Karenna was very helpful in pulling together a design for our extension. It was a difficult Grade-II listed site and she introduced us to a number of interesting ideas. She was also very patient with us as we constantly refined our thinking. She also helped us put together comprehensive planning proposal, I would certainly enlist her help again.Read More

Working with Karenna and the team at KWA proved to be an excellent blend of enjoyment and professionalism. The team were flexible, agile and attentive, while retaining candid pragmatism around the art of the possible for our exciting project. Their advice proved to be invaluable and their attitude to work was first class - we would highly recommend Karenna and her team.Read More

We were very lucky to find Karenna and her team to work on an extensive redesign for a rural property. Despite an ever changing brief they provided creative and practical designs, pushing the project along the whole time. The whole team were very pleasant and professional to deal with.Read More

Karenna and her team were very helpful in preparing our planning application for an extension. The team were all very pleasant to deal with and they engaged well with us, listened to and sought our input, and produced plans that met our expectations. Openness was a strong point, giving us advice to make our own informed decisions and clarity around potential costs or pitfalls, which enabled us to proceed on terms we were comfortable with. They also made it simple and easy to progress through the planning stages, helping us overcome the various hurdles and ultimately obtain planning permission.Read More

We selected Karenna to help us with our project in the South Downs National Park which involved putting an extension on the rear of our house to create a 60 sq metre open planned kitchen, dining and TV area and totally refurbishing the rest of the house. This included moving some internal walls and windows upstairs, installing underfloor heating downstairs putting a new staircase in and replacing 3 bathrooms and a WC. Karenna helped us look at options prior to dealing with our planning application. She then oversaw the tender process to select a builder and provided management services during the construction works to oversee progress and validate payment applications. We have ended up with a fantastic ‘new’ home which has exceeded our expectations.Read More

We found Karenna to be very helpful in her advice, drawings and guidance especially as we were living so far away from the renovation works. We were kept up to date with the works during what has been a very difficult time!due to lockdowns etc. She also was able to suggest builders and we are very pleased with her recommendation of Chris Salmons Builders LtdRead More

Karenna brought a major extension to a grade 2 listed building to final review by the planners. It involved an extension to house a disabled lift and ramped access from the rear garage. At the last moment the propoerty was sold to a cash buyer.Read More

I have had a professional relationship with Karenna for many years, and never had any Clients provided me with poor feedback. Finally we have arranged for an extension for my own house, and from a personal perspective, I have found Karenna to be knowledgable, approachable with ideas and excellent to respond. I cannot recommend her highly enough.Read More

We recently engaged Karenna Wilford for a project that required both creativity and sensitivity to fit with the constraints of an existing build. Karenna was, throughout the process, highly professional, proactive and creative. She was able to add exceptional value through the quality of her problem-solving abilities and creative thinking. She also proved extremely helpful in us maintaining a positive and productive relationship with our builder and bringing the project in on budget, in spite of a number of unforeseen elements, that only emerged once the project was underway. I can highly recommend Karenna to anyone looking for an intelligent, knowledgeable, creative and professional approach to designing a new, or enhancing an existing, property. Her attention to detail, extensive experience, and warm, approachable interpersonal style, make working with Karenna easy and enjoyable. Thank you, Karenna, for transforming our experience of living and working in our home for the better!Read More

We hired Karenna Wilford Architects from a long list of firms based on the quality and technical experience demonstrated in comparison to other architects in our first meeting. Karenna has been helpful, clear and professional in guiding us through the project. We have found her suggestions on the design to have really enhanced the look and feel of the house, both with the external aesthetic but particularly for the internal layout. Karenna is happy to advise, guide and offer opinion based on experience, but importantly willing to talk through and consider compromise as a result of discussions with ourselves, building contractors and architect design. Her approach to project management and site visits has enabled us to understand and address structural challenges on the project in a calm and measured way. We cannot recommend KWA highly enough.Read More

In my role as a Quantity Surveyor I have worked with the Karenna Wilford Architectural Practice on a number of projects. I can highly recommend the Practice. I have always found the Practice to be very professional, practical, reliable, and good to work with. The designs, drawings, and specifications provided by the Practice are consistently of a high standard.Read More

This is the second time that I have used Karenna Wilford Architects. I asked her to provide a re-design for a tired and badly laid out property. Karenna went beyond the brief (at no extra cost) and produced three different designs to meet different budget levels for potential purchasers. Karenna liaised with the appointed estate agent and his feedback has been exceptional. Karenna’s three designs are innovative and made the most of the amazing site but were also realistic in terms of feasibility. I would have no hesitation in recommending Karenna and her team.Read More

Karenna acted as architect to a major complex renovation project we carried out from July 2018 to January 2019. She helped us come up a scheme to make the most of the space and light in our small cottage. Karenna was very professional and we developed a good working relationship. She has good local connections that made obtaining planning straightforward in this conservation area. Karenna also helped us to ensure that the build was carried out successfully. The only thing that could have been even better was ensuring that we got a more accurate quote for our plans, so as to avoid a redesign once we got competitive quotes.Read More

Karenna Wilford Architects were recommended to us by a planning consultant for our large extension and refurbishment. Karenna is professional, efficient and easy to work with. We were delighted when planning permission for the extension was granted. KWA project managed all the building works. We had a main contractor, some specialised contractors from overseas and interior designers and Karenna liaised with all parties involved, keeping her cool during sometimes tricky situations. She kept excellent records of what was happening on site and offered guidance and impartial advice on the impact of some of our design decisions. We thoroughly recommend Karenna and her team.Read More

Having decided to work with an architect for the first time on our extensive building project, we are delighted with Karenna’s professionalism, eye for detail, organisation and guidance in keeping us to our budget. We have done a lot of building projects where costs and time frames have spiralled out of control. We would highly recommend Karenna’s input and reassurance in keeping control and helping with the challenges that inevitably occur.Read More

KWA came highly recommended as the practice had experience with converting redundant agricultural building into housing. They offered practical advice and were involved in the project from inception to the planning application stage. Her design was innovative and exceeded the brief I gave her, which was to design a new eco-friendly five bedroom house in a rural location. Karenna and her team were extremely professional and easy to work with, I would not hesitate to recommend them. L. WrightsonRead More

We were very pleased when Karenna Wilford Architects were recommended to us for our cottage extension and refurbishment. Karenna has been like a breath of fresh air to us. She is reliable, professional and very pleasant to work with. She worked closely with us to give us not only just what we wanted but also made valuable suggestions which proved to be a large benefit to the final scheme. KWA project managed all the building works as we had very specific requirements and wanted to use specialised contractors. They were very efficient and KWA kept us well informed of the impact some of the design decisions would have on our budget! We love our new home and can thoroughly recommend Karenna and her team.Read More

I've been working with Karenna Wilford Architects Ltd for few years and they are one of the best architectural practices. They offer great contemporary design solutions that best suits the client's needs. Their drawings are always high standard as is the communication. Highly recommended.Read More