Awards & Testimonials

Testimonials

Exeter Science Park (multiple projects) Dr. Sally Basker, CEO Exeter Science Park

“Along with LHC we created a vibrant hub where companies as small as a one-man-band, up to twelve people come to work and we have the space and facilities to support their growth within the STEMM sector.”

“LHC take my slightly crazy and over ambitious ideas and turn them into sustainable and commercially viable buildings that are great for our clients.”

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West Carclaze Garden Village, Cornwall John Hodkin, Managing Director, Eco-Bos

“West Carclaze is taking a site that is surplus to China clay production requirements and turning it into something that gives economic, social and ecological benefits. It’s really about creating a new community here in mid-Cornwall.

“About 8 years ago we realised we had to get an architect on board who could support us on the principles and design we wanted to deliver, not only on the built areas but also the green spaces and sustainability. After looking around for quite a while we realised that LHC was an obvious choice.”

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South Yard Masterplan & Oceansgate Marine Industries campus Gareth Simmons, Strategic Projects Director, Plymouth City Council

“LHC were appointed right at the outset to understand the site and how to masterplan the it for the future. LHC were instrumental on being able to advise us on what the site was able to deliver in terms of buildings and more importantly what was possible in this historic site.

“LHC have been by our sides all our way through and they were able to see that as a council and client that we needed to provide jobs for an ever-growing population. They’re not just giving us ‘advice in a bubble’, they know our plan really well and they always understand what is needed.”

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Multiple projects for Cavanna Homes Michael Newman, Head of Design, Cavanna Homes

“LHC are fantastic at working with all the other consultants and engineers to tie it all together so each layer of the planning application makes sense and all relate to one another.

“Because of our long working relationship, they understand the ‘Cavanna way’ so it saves time and money on both sides and they are always at the end of the phone giving us expert advice when it’s most needed.”

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Millendreath Resort Remodelling Martin Ebdell, Project Director, Espalier Developments

The project was a success and was delivered on time with a high standard of service. We are always impressed by the quality of architecture provided by LHC, from feasibility to aftercare. We enjoyed working with the LHC team.

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Interior Space Planning, Rolle Estate Office Fiona Fitzpatrick, Exec Asst to Estate Director

Utilising LHC’s expertise for a staff consultation process was key. Ian’s [Noakes] gentle manner facilitated open conversations and discussions, which enabled all staff to feel valued and listened to. We are delighted with the end result. We have added four extra desks to our open workplace and managed to create a great ‘sense of space’. We eliminated lighting glare issues and maximised storage. All resulting in a much happier team. Thank you!

Projects with Clinton Devon Estates John Varley, Estates Director, Clinton Devon Estates

At Clinton Devon Estates we choose to work only with those who can meet our high standards and share our vision.  Our relationship with LHC goes back well over a decade and continues to go from strength to strength.  LHC understand the true meaning of sustainability and leaving legacies that future generations will cherish.  Every project we have worked on with LHC has been a success in terms of enhancing communities, the economy and the wider built environment.  All have been professionally and sensitively planned and meticulously executed.  The depth of experience and the capability of their people make them a joy to work with.

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South West Energy Centre, South Devon College Laurence Frewin, Vice Principal Corporate Services

Overall, a fantastic service and in particular we value the outstanding relationship we have with Mark Daley. However the other LHC staff on the project were excellent and Ian Noakes also deserves particular mention. We are delighted with the award winning building which fulfils the vision and ambition we had at conception. LHC have provided, yet again, an outstanding service from initial concept and vision through detailed design, construction and post-handover. Their understanding of our needs, high expectations and desire for a landmark project really shows in the final product. They understand our needs as a College and how a building and space in Further Education should work to provide outstanding resources and consequently the very best learning experience for our students and working environment for our staff.

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Eagle House, Exeter Science Park Jon Symons, Director, Eagle One

LHC’s focus and dedication to understanding our needs as both an occupier and building owner/developer has significantly enhanced the project and helped to create an excellent, and award winning, workspace

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Culverdale Affordable Housing Development, Totnes Michael Hourican, New Business Manager, Devon & Cornwall Housing­

LHC approached the design of the affordable housing scheme at Culverdale, Totnes in a detailed and comprehensive manner and achieved a successful and qualitative outcome to what was both a physically and politically challenging site.

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Kingsbridge Community College Roger Pope, Principal, Kingsbridge Community College

LHC worked with us to design a building that met our aspirations and vision, and were also able to ensure that this was delivered on a practical level.  They come with our highest recommendation.

Victoria Gardens, Newton Abbot Phil Rowe, Newton Abbot Town Clerk

LHC delivered everything it promised. The service was professional, friendly and the finished product was completed to a very high standard. I will always approach LHC when considering similar projects.

The Old Library and Haighton Library Refurbishments, University of Exeter Dr Jessica Gardner, Acting Assistant Director (Library & Research Support)

LHC really put our brief at the heart of their thinking. We presented challenges. They came back with options and solutions. The team is creative, customer-focused and imaginative. A pleasure to work with.

INTO Student Accommodation, University of Exeter Joe Watt, Senior Project Manager, Cowlin Construction Ltd

Your commitment to the [INTO Student Residential] project and your enthusiasm ensured that LHC provided a first class service in all aspects of the brief. Moreover you ‘walk the extra mile’ to ensure all matters of planning, building control are fully discharged and that the handovers went smoothly and professionally.

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Masterplans for Chippenham and Lydney Railway Stations Emma Walker, Surveyor, Network Rail

From beginning to end the LHC experience is excellent – they always go the extra mile to make sure that they have understood the requirement and to deliver a well-considered end result.

Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit, Paignton J Whitelock, Mott Macdonald

LHC provided a very good architectural service on this complex project. The combination of experience and enthusiasm in the team has been very impressive. The attention to detail has been unsurpassed. Well done!

Awards

Project
Awards

2020

Education Project of the Year – Michelmores Property Awards

Masterplanning for the Future Award – Michelmores Property Awards

Leisure & Tourism Project of the Year – Michelmores Property Awards (submitted by WWA)

2018

Refurbishment Project of the Year – Insider South West Property Awards

2016

Insider’s South West Property Awards – Office of the Year

Michelmores Property Awards – Project of the Year £2M-£7M

2015

British Council for Offices Awards (BCO) – Regional Winner. Best Small Office

The Bricks Awards – Development of the Year (South) 51+ Properties

Green Apple Awards 2015 – Silver Award

What House? Gold ‘Best Partnership Scheme’

2014

Michelmores Property Awards – Project of the Year < £5M

Michelmores Property Awards – Eco Building of the Year
Michelmores Property Awards – Building of the Year

2013

Devon & Cornwall Building Forum – Building of the Year

2012

Greenbuild Award for Best Education Refurbishment

RIBA Regional Award – Shortlisted

2011

British Council For School Environments Awards – Best Academy

Michelmores Property Awards – Building of the Year

Michelmores Property Awards – Project of the Year < £3M

2010

LABC (SW) ‘Best Social Housing Development’

CABE ‘Building For Life’ Gold Standard

Michelmores Property Awards – Project of the Year < £3m

2009

CABE ‘Building For Life’ Silver Standard

Mail on Sunday British Homes Award ‘Housing Project of the Year’

2008

British Council of Offices – Southern England winner ‘Best Small Workplace’

RIBA Town & Country Awards – Best Sustainable Building

Green Apple Award ‘Gold Winner’ and ‘Green Hero’