My Architect

Robert Petty Builders has recently finished construction on a Robert Harwood designed project in Parkdale. My first impression of RH Architects was the quality and accuracy of the documentation; the tender package was very thorough. The design was ambitious and distinctive. As we got to know the clients, we could see how well the floor plan had been designed around their needs as a family without compromising on design and innovation. It is common for clients not to appreciate the spaces within their home until it is being constructed; Robert is very good at working through this with clients. For example, when our client requested adding an external window surround and louvres to a room which affected the front façade and bedroom outlook, Robert provided a 3D presentation with views from inside and outside the room, it was very impressive and made the decision very easy for the client. With every query Robert had a solution. Robert and his team were easily accessible for any queries or discussions along the way. The trilateral team of client, architect and builder was a harmonious and productive one. We look forward to future projects with Robert Harwood and My Architect.

We met with My Architect having some fairly strong initial ideas about what we wanted with our renovation. Robert listened to our brief then evolved things in a way that made things much more resolved, more functional and actually more cost-effective, which was a nice surprise. They also helped with the tendering out to builders too, which meant that we gained an understanding of what our project would cost from a variety of builders, rather than just accepting a single builder’s fee. Highly recommend.

My husband and I believe that architects have the knowledge and professional services that some standard builds and renovations can't offer. A good architect works with you, to enhance your home to make it look amazing but also incorporates sustainable designs that maximises its potential and longevity. Robert Harwood provided detailed plans for our outdoor entertainment and pool area and he both fulfilled the brief but also exceeded our design expectations.

We are really enjoying working with Lyndal Williams. The design process is broken down into stages with fixed pricing so there are no surprises. Lyndal brings clever designs for a family home and anticipates design options we haven't even thought of! Looking forward to starting the build.

We used My Architect for our recent complete home renovation. We contacted the company after we saw that they had won a Houzz Customer Service Award and had architects in our area. We had an initial meeting with Lyndal Williams, who really understood what we wanted to achieve. We went on to work with Lyndal over the next 2 years - the first year in planning and development, and the second in construction. The whole My Architect team were always professional, helpful, available and supportive. Our build progressed to plan with Lyndal managing the project and we totally got the result we were hoping for...

In 1996, Robert designed a brilliant renovation for our Edwardian home in North Melbourne. It became a home we loved to live, work and entertain in and we lived there for 15 great years. Now we’ve moved out to the Macedon Ranges in Victoria, where our landscape is all about space and sky. We’ve been on paper with Robert again for the past year and now have another beautiful design to progress. His ability to listen and hear what’s important to you and what you want a home to be is greatly appreciated – after all, you’re the ones who’ll be living there. There are many different challenges this time around – a home that will be off-grid completely and require minimal heating and cooling requires a great deal of additional thinking and planning. He effortlessly guides us through all parts of the process and he is collaborative and consultative. As with our earlier working relationship, we’re happy that Robert just ‘gets us’ and what we want to achieve. This time we’re planning our forever home and we know we’re in safe hands.

I am looking to buy the house we're currently renting and so I wanted to run some ideas by an architect first. The meeting went very well. Lyndal really listened to my ideas (and rather long wish list) and found the best way to work them for our house and relatively small budget. No need to do an actual extension, as Lyndal found a way to redesign the internal space so I'd effectively get the same extension at half the price. There are a few unknowns with the house build/supporting walls etc, so the plan may need to be adapted along the way, but I'm confident that we will end up with what we want and not overcapitalise. Engaging an architect (even for a house we don't own yet!) has saved us a lot of money and hassle pursuing ideas that are impractical and expensive. Needless to say, my partner (who was not at the meeting) is delighted with that. I've already been showing the basic drawings that Lyndal completed during our meeting to friends and family. Would really recommend the service to anyone who wonders about the potential of their home.

We interviewed several architects before deciding to work with Robert Harwood of My Architect. Our entire experience from the start has reassured us that we have made the right choice - Robert has not only ticked all the boxes for us from an architectural and design standpoint (not to mention outstanding knowledge of the technical aspects of building) but he was always accessible via email/phone/SMS - even Skype & Facetime when it was just too busy to meet face to face. He always made time and is extremely patient! The communication has been excellent with timely responses and everything explained clearly when we needed to know more. Their reasonable rates and payment structure was a bonus too. We are about to enter the construction tender and building process with them, and look forward to the finished product. We would be happy to recommend My Architect to anyone looking for an architect. Rest assured you'll be in great hands!

We are halfway through our build and our planning and design experience with My Architect has been fantastic and has run very smoothly. They did initial designs, handled the town planning process without anything ever being too much hassle, did the working drawings, recommended builders and have been out on site when needed to discuss matters with us and builder if required. Their suggestions during the design process were excellent and very practical, never spending unnecessary amounts of money if not required. Their fees are very reasonable and well explained / documented with timely intervals for payments. We have thoroughly enjoyed the design process and build so far and have not found it at all stressful and are counting down the next few months when we can move back into our house! Highly recommend to anyone thinking about using an architect. Thanks My Architect.

Paul & I found the concept meeting with Robert to be very productive. He listened attentively to our ideas and we were all able to discuss possible ways to proceed based on his expertise. He gently guided us to a point where we worked out what it is that would work best for us in terms of moving forward to the next stage of our rennovation plans. When we are ready to do so we will definitely be in touch & hope that Robert can work with us on realising the project.

We employed My Architect to get some ideas and schematic drawings for an old place we want to extend and renovate. The Architect that came out met our brief perfectly and we were super happy with the result! Highly recommend ++

Our dealings with Mark Wilson and the team at My Architect have all been positive to date. We are currently in the process of developing our DA documents. We were hesitant to use an architect due to costs but the underpinning knowledge and experience Mark holds has been very beneficial and we feel comfortable with the path that we are on. Professional, efficient, friendly, value.