Stories by Shabnam Noor

I found the Feasibility Appraisal process and Brief Workshop process very helpful, and the Guide Book that Stories by Shabnam Noor Architects provided at the outset explained the various processes very well. Shabnam certainly did listen to us, as the 3 designs that were presented to us reflected this. I personally liked them all and was impressed. Shabnam is approachable and easy to talk to. Often architects have very set ideas and push clients in their preferred direction; however, Shabnam really listened and came up with impressive designs. It was a pleasure working with her. Wishing Shabnam and her team much success. Kelly

We had an initial consultation with Shabnam and were impressed by her professional approach, ideas and obvious interest in supporting us in the total redesign, refurbishment and renovation of our house. This was particularly important to us since we had not undertaken anything like this before novices and were hugely busy with work and family commitments. It proved to be an excellent decision and one that we have not regretted. Our house is now reconfigured and extended on both floors with design features that are unique and much admired, a fantastic use of space, a green roof on an extension - all in a conservation area - quite a feat. We were delighted with the care taken to develop and finalise a design which accommodated our needs and added features which we had would not have thought of ourselves. We were equally impressed with the high quality of the technical drawings, the liaison with structural engineers and submissions to, and successful navigation of, the planning process - all undertaken by Shabnam. Shabnam also explored the interest of consultants and contractors with whom she had previously worked and researched other companies which might be interested in the build, met with their representatives on site in advance of the tender process, drafted the tender and a comprehensive specification document and provided an analysis of the different tenders once they had been received. Inevitably the build itself threw up some issues - for example, an old chimney breast behind a corridor wall - and we made some changes as the project progressed. In all respects Shabnam worked to provide the builder with the new specifications and worked very effectively with the other professionals involved including the structural engineer and party wall surveyors as well as with kitchen and bathroom suppliers. As a result we have a fantastic house which maximises space and light and meets all of our requirements in terms of storage and style. We would highly recommend Stories by Shabnam Noor Architects. Pam and David Tatlow

I can’t not recommend Shabnam and Rizwan highly enough. My wife and I have be planning an extension for many years and wanted to find an architect that was exceptional with design and customer focused. This is a massive project for our family and needed our architect to full understand our brief and work within the limits of our budget. I can confidentially say that Shabnam and Rizwan have delivered on every aspect. At the time of writing this we were just in the design stage and so will update with photos once the build is conmplete. One last thing. Just wanted to thank Shabnam and Rizwan for their hard work so far. Many thanks Daniel, Jo and Dexter

Shabnam was a huge support to us during our complicated and stressful build. She helped alleviate the stress of dealing with the contractors and helped us to understand each stage of the process by using clear and uncomplicated language. She was always professional in her dealings with us, and the contractors, and her warm and approachable manner made us feel reassured at all times. This was a huge project for us and we honestly could not have got through such a daunting project without her. I would not hesitate to recommend her to friends and loved ones in the future!