“ Following a three-way pitch for this project, Bellis Architects emerged as the clear front-runner with plans that were sympathetic to our requirements, practical and imaginative.  Subsequently they proved to be professional, flexible and responsive. In negotiations with Barnet Council they proposed sensible solutions to any possible stumbling blocks, without losing sight of the overall objectives of the charity.  Now the project is completed (despite some lockdown difficulties), we are delighted with the quality of the housing provided.  This has met with warm responses from new tenants, and the facility is now virtually filled, fulfilling our aims to provide affordable, high-quality, accommodation to young people from diverse backgrounds who now have the opportunity to enter the book trade from safe, comfortable housing in London - which they never thought would be a possibility.  We look forward to working with Bellis Architects again and can happily recommend their services. ”

Client: David Hicks, CEO The Book Trade Charity (now retired).
Project: Bookbinders Cottages