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Tom Ground is an award-winning chartered architect based in North Norfolk. He is passionate about sustainability and looks to minimise the impact of buildings on the environment where appropriate. Tom brings a fresh, hands-on approach to his work and firmly believes in offering a truly personal service, working closely with the client to produce creative solutions that will enhance the project.
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My name is Tom Ground and I qualified as a chartered architect in 1998 in Leeds. On my return to my Norfolk roots, I went on to work for two eminent Norwich practices, where I gained valuable specialist experience in conservation and commercial architecture. In 2000, I was approached by CAM Architects, a well-established practice in Norwich and was offered a partnership.
The LABC (Local Authority Building Control) Building Excellence Awards showcase buildings and design teams that have come up against complex technical or construction issues and building site constraints. The awards also celebrate the success of innovative, creative solutions.
We are based in Gimingham, just a stones throw away from the beautiful North Norfolk coast. We are easy to find and accessible by car, whilst we are also happy to travel to our clients. Ground Designs (Norfolk) Ltd - Registered in England and Wales at c/o Tom Ground, Sedum House Sandpit Lane, Gimingham, Norfolk NR11 8HH.
Reviews (6)
Richard Bowen
Richard Bowen
Feb 22, 2021
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Tom Ground helped us from the beginning to end of the renovation of a 180 year old Barn. His support throughout this process was amazing. He was polite, friendly and efficient, and even easy to get hold of! He listened to our wish list, and came up with ideas he thought we might like. His extensive knowledge on the refurbishment and renovation of old buildings (including a great deal of work for the National Trust, I believe) provided us with great reassurance. The end result is exactly what we wanted. His easy going manner made the whole process so much less stressful than it might otherwise have
Colin Freeston
Colin Freeston
Dec 12, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism
Ground Designs are a very professional firm. The owner was very clear on what needed to be done for my planning application, and gave good advice on moving forward my now successful application to build a bungalow on the land which is part of my property. I will certianly be retaining thier services for any future work.
Iain McKenzie
Iain McKenzie
Dec 01, 2020
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After years of trying to get planning permission on our Grade 2 listed Thatched Barn we approached Tom to try and achieve a scheme that the conservation officer would finally approve of. Tom came up with a design that was passed but not without him having to go through all sorts of hoops to satisfy the officer. Tom dealt with the application promptly, efficiently and professionally always consulting us and keeping us informed. Despite the officers very negative attitude Tom has managed to still produce a great design that retains all the character of the barn but will still be a conversion to be
Carla Arrindell
Carla Arrindell
Jul 06, 2020
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Would highly recommend Ground Designs. The information, expertise and advice we received throughout our project was second to none and they went above and beyond to help make our project a success.
Bernice Davison
Bernice Davison
Nov 23, 2019
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Tom Ground's first-rate work on our outline brief resulted in a stunning home in our Norfolk barn conversion. We would recommend him highly to anyone aiming to build a modern property with impeccable green credentials. He is also a genuinely nice guy!
Nicola Badley
Nicola Badley
Jul 29, 2019
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Tom was fantastic to work with and shared our enthusiasm for our 1950s bungalow renovation. It really felt like a team effort with all of our wish list of both functionality/sustainability being achieved to our budget!! Cannot wait to live in our dream Ground Designs family home :)