The Truth About Starting a Home Project
When people decide to renovate, extend, or build a home, they’re usually full of excitement…
Hi, I am Katrina Denholm, a fully qualified architect who specialises in working flexibly around families. I help to create “that space” or realise the dream home.
Whatever you need to make your home work for you, I am happy to help. From feasibility studies to see what is possible, to the complete build.
We are specialists in making properties work for families. Check out my portfolio page to stimulate some ideas but if you have something else in mind please get in touch.
Whether you need some new space to help with a growing family; a fresh approach to make better use of the space you have; or some ‘me’ space once the kids have flown the nest you’ve come to the right place.
Some initial ideas to whet your appetite but go to our full portfolio page for a more comprehensive selection of our recent projects.
We love working with clients to get them “the dream” house. It looks like they are pretty happy too!
EXCELLENT Based on 20 reviews Martin dragan3 February 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Katrina was a pleasure to deal with, she sketched up designs for a garage build throughout summer of 2024. All completed now and making a big difference to the architecture of the street. She was fluent and punctual throughout the ongoing works and keeping in touch offering advise on demand. Thank you Katrina I'm delighted with all your time and efforts. topter 18410 July 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Katrina came to my notice by recommendation from an acquaintance, who had used her services for a house extension. I was planning a garage extension, and, following my first contact with Katrina I was sure I was at the right place. Katrina was very careful to listen to my brief and very quickly helped to resolve any initial issues by providing helpful advice. She drew up plans for my extension and organised all dealings with the council and structural engineers. My builder had to pull out at the last minute (for health reasons), but Katrina stepped in with a recommendation for another builder, who has proven to be excellent. The project took slightly longer than originally planned, mainly due to weather, but has been completed to a high standard not least because of Katrina staying on top of things. I have no hesitation in recommending Katrina Denholm Architect to anyone looking for reliable architectural services. Kerry McNulty13 May 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We worked with Karina this year to re-organise the space we already have, to make it work better for our family. She was amazing, she listened to everything we thought we wanted but she really understood what we needed to make our home work for us. She was able to help us prioritise what would be most beneficial for us and help us to make best use of our budget. She was always on hand to offer advice or to answer questions and took care of everything from the initial drawings to appointing a joiner to work with. The entire process was so much easier than I had anticipated and a lot of that was down to Katrina! I would absolutely recommend Katrina! She is fantastic. Tucker Tangeman24 April 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Katrina did a brilliant job pulling our vision together. She was so patient and very fair with us as we went back and forth over several months. Katrian also expertly handled our interactions with the council creating a stress free process. Maddalena Brambilla3 April 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you are looking for a fantastic and approachable architect that won’t be scared off by your crazy ideas (hello laundry chute!) look no further. Katrina has been great during all the stages of our house extension/renovation - from bringing to life on the plan our ideas, giving her expert advice, supporting the planning application process and helping us chose the right contractor to following the work to completion. She understood the needs of our family perfectly and we could not be happier with how our house turned out! Dave Falconer12 May 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great design and a well facilitated process throughout! Catriona Penman26 March 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Katrina has helped design a space our family can spend time in together. I love that she listened to all of our points of view and took on board both our feelings and what the kids wanted from the space. Now we have a true family room to spend time in together. Great listener and I am already looking forward to the next project 😊 Madeleine Marcella-Hood10 October 2022Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have worked with Katrina over the past few years on two separate projects and she has been fantastic. We’ve already recommended her to three sets of friends all of whom went on to work with her on their own renovations. Our most recent project involved reconfiguring an existing upstairs layout and Katrina was able to offer us creative design solutions and (importantly) navigate complicated building regulations. Katrina made the process as stress free as possible and has been brilliant to work with throughout. Her contacts and knowledge have been invaluable. We are delighted with the end result! Anne Gladstone17 November 2021Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Katrina designed our extension which we are absolutely delighted with .She helped make the experience as stress free as possible and was always available to answer any questions and also came on site as needed.She is extremely approachable but very professional .We would recommend her to any one..Also a what's app group was set up with us her and builder which has proved invaluable. Joseph Shelley29 October 2021Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We approached Katrina after hearing about her work via a friend. We were looking to convert our garage into a bedroom with a bathroom. Katrina worked with us to create a space that really works so very well for us as a family. We would highly recommend her to anyone! Thanks again Joe
When people decide to renovate, extend, or build a home, they’re usually full of excitement…
Whether you’re planning a home extension, renovation, or a brand new house, one of the first (and most important) questions is: “What will it cost?”
In a world that often celebrates quick fixes and trends, I believe in designing homes that are deeply human …
KD Architect Ltd (SC832146) 8 Scotsmill Avenue, Blackburn, Aberdeenshire AB21 0HR
07988 637703
© 2024 KD Architect Ltd