Architect Advice and Guides
Straight answers to the questions we hear most from homeowners and developers planning a new build, high-end refurbishment or listed building project in Cheshire and the North West.
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Bespoke Modern Homes
Practicising Since 2015
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Most people only hire an architect once or twice. James Hough explains how to check credentials, compare fee proposals properly and know who will really lead your project.
James Hough
Founder and Principal Architect, Hough Architecture
James is a RIBA Chartered Architect, registered with the ARB, and founded Hough Architecture in Sandbach in 2015. He personally leads every project, from new builds and high-end refurbishments to listed buildings across Cheshire and the North West, and writes every guide on this page from that experience.
Not Sure Where to Start?
You don’t need a finished brief to get in touch. Many of our projects begin with a rough idea and a site. James will talk it through with you and tell you honestly whether it stacks up before you spend money on design.