Ark design/build Reviews 106

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the outset, Ark Design and Build inspired confidence. The five-month waiting list alone told us we were dealing with a reputable company with no shortage of quality work. Piers visited... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ark just completed a 30sq m garden room. We wanted a gym / office with a small store. Tim was amazing at working with us to get the design just how we wanted. Tim and James did the build, and have d... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Arks Team did a wonderful job on our garden studio with canopy. Although there was a slight delay due to bad weather which was out of their hands; their communication/customer service throughout was i... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From our first contact with the team at Ark Designs, to them handing over the keys, everything without exception has been first rate. Tim and James were superb: professsional and perfection... See more

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We create bespoke garden offices and studios in the south east of England including Kent, Sussex, Surrey and South London. We also create a host of other outbuildings, decks and rubber safety floor solutions.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing team who made our dream happen

Brilliant service throughout the project. Very adaptable and worked hard to achieve our dream. We love our new Garden Room. Excellent communication especially as we navigated the planning process. We were in safe hands. We wholeheartedly recommend Ark Design Build to anyone considering a Garden Room or similar project.

October 8, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ark have created an amazing bespoke…

Ark have created an amazing bespoke Garden Room for The Richmond Charities for our elderly residents to use for social activities. The quality of the build is first class and Tim and his team were so easy to deal with and willing to go the extra mile to make sure the room was exactly as we wanted it to be. I highly recommend Ark.

September 9, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best Garden Room in the World .... Ever!

From the moment we saw Ark's website we knew they were the company to bring the vision of our garden room to life.
Once we met them it was even more clear that they were the company for the job.
Simple, honest and friendly communication coupled with a real passion and attention to detail and design atheistic have resulted in a stress free and well managed build.
Our ' Pod' looks amazing and is everything and more than we expected.
The boys themselves could never do too much and often went the extra mile to ensure the best possible outcome.
Ark offered a truly bespoke build and the ability to design our room as the vision came to life and they were certainly true to their promise.
The 'Pod' has firmly become a major part of our everyday lives and for that we thank you Tim and Piers.

July 24, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic outdoor terrace, highly recommend

Ark have designed and built a substantial and unique terrace made with composite decking for us. We are extremely pleased with the result and the entire project. Their attention to detail is outstanding, every screw and cut is carefully considered to ensure the final build is perfect. This was a unique and bespoke project which could have been very challenging and they have made a stunning job of it. As well as being technically highly competent, they are reliable and extremely tidy. At the end of each day the site was immaculate. I would have no hesitation in recommending Tim and Piers for any outdoor building project. We are delighted.

July 5, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy with our new decking

Very happy with our new decking. Friendly and reliable the Ark team are professionals and a pleasure to have around. They were proactive in coming up with ideas, we found their advice beneficial and helpful. We love the final project.
We would have no hesitation in recommending Ark design.

July 2, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We could not be happier with our new…

We could not be happier with our new garden room. From our first meeting with Piers and Tim we instantly knew Ark Design Build was right for us. They listened to our requirements, designed and have built us a room that is both stunning to look at and a joy to use. They were a pleasure to be around each day and every promise they made us was kept. We would happily recommend them to anyone.

May 4, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am absolutely delighted with my new…

I am absolutely delighted with my new garden room created by Ark design/ build! They were fantastic from start to finish, I had confidence in them from the first time they viewed the site, they have great technical knowledge and experience and the whole job went very smoothly. Despite the site not being very big Ark managed to create a custom built design to use all available space. They are the most tidy and considerate builders I have ever experienced so there was almost no disruption to us at any time during the build. The garden room was on time, on budget and is even better than expected. Having this extra space has transformed my life as I now have my own space to work in. I have no hesitation in highly recommending Ark.

February 27, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We contacted Tim after some searching…

We contacted Tim after some searching for garden rooms online. From initial contact to the completed project Tim and Piers were completely professional with a great attitude throughout. Communication was excellent, delivering what was promised every time. The build itself was well planned and executed, in all weather's, and the final result is a very high quality garden office which we are delighted with. We would recommend Ark design/build to anyone without hesitation and hope to use their services again in the future.

February 11, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can’t recommend Piers and Tim highly…

I can’t recommend Piers and Tim highly enough! They were an absolute pleasure to work with - polite, friendly and calm. Nothing was too much trouble and they were completely unflappable. They dealt with our various changes and requests and questions with utmost patience and accommodated everything we wanted. They worked through absolutely filthy weather - freezing rain and wind and never complained. They ran completely on time with no delays. I haven’t even got to the finished product which is just superb. We have a stunning garden office with storage, it’s everything we could have asked for and has transformed our garden.

January 7, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thoroughly recommended

Tim and Piers at Ark Design & Build were a joy to work with. They are both knowledgeable and skilled craftsman, with high standards and attention to detail. Everything ran to schedule and nothing was too much trouble, always offering solutions and ideas. They have been by far the best build experience we’ve had. The finished build is excellent, thoroughly recommended!

November 7, 2018
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wholeheartedly recommended!

Would like to endorse all the positive comments here already on reviews in terms of Piers & Tim’s professionalism, commitment to the job and very high standards. They guided us through each stage of the build of our garden room, making great suggestions and occasionally indulging our whims! It was a pleasure to deal with such considerate and accommodating professionals each day on site. We are delighted with the work and would have no hesitation in recommending Ark Design.

October 24, 2018
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top Job

We had a great experience working with the Ark team. All works were completed on time and to a high standard. I would highly recommend Ark Design & Build and we are already planning our next project with them.

July 12, 2018
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can't recommend this company enough

I can't recommend this company enough. Having thoroughly researched all our options when it came to the design and build of our garden room/office, there was no competition when it came to deciding which company to use. Directors Piers and Tim had a thoroughly professional approach from start to finish.

Their design ideas were fresh, the quality of the build is fantastic, they were a pleasure to have on site and there was no hidden costs at any stage. I even caught them hoovering the grass on the last day so as not to leave any unwanted mess!

Don't be put off if you have to wait before they can fit your project in. These guys know what they are doing and you will come away with a beautiful building that will serve you well for years to come.

June 25, 2018
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended

We used to Ark to build a small garden office. They were extremely helpful and professional at all stages. The quote was prompt and detailed. The build ran on schedule with minimal disruption. Most of the time it was just the two directors of the company onsite. The finished build quality is excellent and looks really first class. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. Top service.

June 11, 2018
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent workmanship with a team that is deeply invested in the build

Excellent workmanship with a team that is deeply invested in the build. The quality of workmanship is outstanding and the team are willing to go that extra mile to ensure you get a quality building you desire.

I was kept up to date with the state of the build and even offered suggestions that solved a few issues I hadn't thought of initially.

April 5, 2018
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had spent a long time researching …

I had spent a long time researching companies who built garden rooms to find the right one for me and my family, but still was unsure about the big company approach that seemed to be out there.
It was by chance that I learnt about Arkdesign through Instagram.
A site visit was booked and I met with Tim for the first time and immediately I felt reassured and loved their approach, especially knowing that it would be just Tim and his partner Piers on site most days.
They are committed, enthusiastic, show excellent customer care and are generally all round nice guys! The final results are very impressive. I am very happy and am looking forward to enjoying my garden room for years to come. 100% recommend them!

December 29, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ark Design/Build erected our new pool …

Ark Design/Build erected our new pool enclosure quickly and efficiently despite dreadful weather - It was raining stair rods throughout the installation! There was one potentially serious problem, the supplier's lorry didn't deliver all the right parts (a key roof element was missing), but the team went out of their way to resolve the issue by driving across country to get the right bits and finish on time. Full marks for salvaging a difficult situation caused by others, without complaining or making a fuss.

December 12, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Galaxy Swimming Pool Enclosure Installation

We were fortunate to have the Ark Design and Build team erect and install our Galaxy swimming pool enclosure. The enclosure is 11 metres by 7 metres by 2.4 metres high and is to span our 8 meter x 4 metre small pool. Not only was a first class job done in the erection of the enclosure, but so also was the logistical precision of the undertaking. The day before the installation; platforms and trellises where delivered and placed considerately on the drive. At 09:00 the following day the team arrived, having travelled up from Kent in readiness for the Galaxy delivery which arrived at 09:30. They unloaded all the parts and checked each for signs of damage and the consignment for completeness. They then checked with us to determine exactly where we wanted it located in respect to the pool. After a short discussion we agreed the Galaxy enclosure would be fitted such that the pool was biased to the top left-hand corner. They then set about the installation. During this time a skip was delivered. Once the job was complete they demonstrated how panels were opened and closed as well as the child-safe sliding door lock operation. All packaging was placed in the skip (which was collected later that day) and platforms and trellises stacked neatly for collection. All three members of the team were polite and considerate throughout. As an ex RAF Chief Technician I was most impressed with the logistics of the undertaking and the technical standard of the installation. I would not hesitate to recommend this team for this type or similar undertakings.

November 15, 2017
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