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The below is a letter to Sotheby’s regarding the sale of our clients famous Mayfair property known as ‘The Beatles Flat’. It’s the only property which all four Beatles lived in together at the time when Beatles Mania was first sweeping the UK. The property’s sale was profiled on amongst others the BBC, Mail on Sunday, ITN, NME & Yahoo!

“Dear Peter, Ben's firm is Argyll Building Services. Argyll did the complete tear down to stone and studs on my flat and did an incredible job rebuilding and redecorating. He and his firm dealt with every step of the process, including advocating on my behalf against two management companies, and many departments within the city of Westminster. The list of contacts Ben has, and the professionalism and skill which he leveraged those contacts into a successful project cannot be understated. Added to that, he has an uncommon ability to conceive and execute his vision in regards to a total refurbishment of a property. The moniker "Mayfair's premier builder" is appropriate to say the least. I've worked with quite a few builders in the States, and the U.K., Ben stands above the rest.”
Melville Behrendt, Fund Manager - Mayfair

“Argyll Building Services have completed a new basement and an extension to a family home for me. They have really set the standard for Residential Building Contactors, providing a level of quality and delivery, which is rarely seen throughout any job, in this industry. Well Done!!”
Gareth Roberts – Architect & award winning Project Designer (Peckham)

“Argyll Building was invited to submit a competitive tender for a major refurbishment of two 4 bedroom town houses. The properties were completely derelict and had been empty for nearly 30 years.

The tender submitted was very competitive and Argyll was appointed to undertake the full project.

Their team were pro active, friendly and very approachable. The project, now complete and on budget was undertaken with great enthusiasm and commitment. The quality of work which included all fittings and finishes is a great example of restoring a very derelict property back into prime condition.

We would have great pleasure in having the opportunity to work with Argyll again and look forward to another project in the future.”
Stephen Hurrell – Architect – (South Bridge Road)

“It is extremely hard to find very good building contractors in the greater London area who understand the designer’s and the client’s requirement in terms of quality of service, delivery of a project in a timely manner without delays and remaining within the intended budget. I can gladly say that we have found overall quality in Argyll Building Services; a fantastic working relationship and understanding the designer’s approach ensured that the terms of the building contract were adhered, followed by outstanding quality of workmanship. Argyll Building Services went out of there way to satisfy not only the client but also ourselves to accommodate even the smallest level of detail and workmanship on more than a few occasions. A happy client means only one thing…..Excellence in design & build. Keep up the good work and look forward to working with you all again.”
Ali Palizi – Architect - (Fulham, Ealing, Hammersmith, Chelsea)

"Argyll have worked on a number of projects for me, both large extension works and reconfiguration exercises. They have proved to be a thoroughly professional company, combining strong project management and timely deliveries with an extremely high quality finish."
James Lynn – Property Developer (South Kensington, High Street Kensington)

“We are very happy with the finished product and the level of finish throughout. Having not thanked you thus far, may I take this opportunity to do so. If you want to use us as a referee, we are more than happy to act as one for you. We'll even be happy to show off the house to potential clients if it assists. I know how little praise the industry generally gets (being in another profession that never gets good press), so think it is important to tell people when praise is due.”
Michelle Rousell – Construction Litigator (Islington)

“Having worked with Argyll on a number of projects, ranging from £50-£300k I have been impressed with their efficiency and levels of professionalism in occasionally difficult circumstances. I've found their employees to be diligent and respectful, helping clients to relax when handing over their home. When technical problems have presented themselves they have shown flexibility and a willingness to find a solution in the best interests of the client and build. I have enjoyed working with Ben and his team and look forward to doing so again.”
Kevin Gauld – Architect (Fulham, Mayfair, Earls Court, Finsbury Park)

“Ben thanks for going above and beyond in helping me out through the whole project and especially after the great flood of the 4th floor!”
Melville Behrendt – Fund Manager (Mayfair)

“Argyll Building Services recently supplied and fitted 150 glazed doors to existing English Heritage listed oak bookcases at Bishopsgate Library. They worked around the clock to complete the job on time, without disrupting the library’s activities and achieved a high quality finish, matching the doors well to the existing woodwork.”
Jeff Abbott – Bishopgate Library – Manager (Bishopsgate)

"I have used Argyll Building Services both personally and with my clients. They have undertaken complex refurbishments works for me coordinating all trades in a 5 storey  Mayfair property. They have also built some first class bespoke carpentry for me in a property in north Kensington. Their workmanship has been of the highest stand and their all round attitude is a breath of fresh air. I am very pleased to highly recommend them."
Joy Montgomery, President National Association of PA’s to the Stars, Mayfair, Kensington

"Argyll Building Services in my opinion are highly competent and trustworthy. Darek, is a very reliable and efficient site manager, who I had the pleasure of working with."
Zoe Mendes - Architect (Chelsea, Shepherd’s Bush, Chiswick, Clapham)

“Excellent from start to finish. The tradesmen were punctual, polite, trustworthy, efficient and always cleared up after themselves. The job was quickly and perfectly done with no fuss.”
Julia Swales – Teacher (Maidavale)

“We have used Argyll on three occasions now to carry out decorating in two different properties.  On each occasion we have found them to be a trustworthy, professional and hard-wording outfit.   We would have no problem in recommending them to others.” 
Eleanor Irving – Office Manager (Islington)

"I have worked with Argyll Building Services on a number of projects and have been pleased with the flexible service that they provides. Their project manager’s technical knowledge and problem solving skills have been excellent, and they are well supported by a team of professional tradesman, this has resulted in projects being completed to budget & timescale. I would recommend Argyll Building Services for their ability to provide a truly one-stop-shop service."
Paul Dawson - Interior designer ( Hampstead, Clapham, Brixton, Soho)

“Argyll have recently refurbished 2 bathrooms. The workforce was great...friendly, reliable and arrived when agreed! The work was done well and we are very pleased with the results''
Stuart Averill – Dentist (Fulham)

“Argyll building services did some commercial building work for us. They did a great job very clean and helpful guys which in a working environment was invaluable.”
Steve Davis – Designer (Marylebone)

“Argyll Building Services did a great job for us. We were confident with the designed support and the finish was really professional. The guys were friendly, hard working and reliable.”
Kit Dickinson – Ballerina (Seven Sisters)

“I have used Argyll Building Services for window replacement and patio conversion jobs and always found them to be highly efficient, competent and punctual in their work. The workmen are trustworthy and a pleasure to deal with, and I would happily use their services again.”
Nigel Herdman – Director Financial Adviser (West Hampstead)

“Extremely pleased with the standard of the work that was done, the speed with which it was carried out (about two weeks quicker than estimated – can’t beat that), and Hector’s project management. I would have no hesitation getting you guys in for future projects, or recommending you to others – in fact I have recommended you to our next door neighbours, and a couple of my friends, all of whom were looking for reliable builders.”
Gavin Aitkin – IT Director (Stoke Newington)

“Argyll’s excellent communication and high standard of work gave us a main en-suite loft bedroom that far surpassed our expectations. We are very pleased with the outcome and would have no hesitation in recommending their services.”
Juliet Janssens – Project Manager (Barnes)

"Argyll Building Services were efficient and courteous. Their estimate was realistic and the work carried out according to schedule. Ben MacMillan was full of ideas which I had not thought of and solved many of the difficulties in refurbishing an old property. All members of the firm were trustworthy. I could quite happily leave them in the house, whilst I went to work knowing that the job would be done. All in all a friendly reliable company.”
Sue Dickinson –Ballet instructor, (Seven Sisters)

“Thanks to you and your team, a difficult job well done.”
Emma Askew - Architect (Islington)

“Thank you for all your hard work and please thank Damian and his team also. The finished product is excellent.”
Katy Toms – Private Client – Wimbledon

“I am very happy with the work done by Argyll Building Services during my recent flat renovation. They were involved with fitting a new boiler and bathroom appliances, tiling, plumbing, electrical wiring and decorating. All work was completed to a to a high professional standard.”  
Rob Saunby – Banker – London Bridge


Paul Dawson Design Consultancy Testimonials

“Extremely pleased with the whole project, work proceeded like clockwork, you stuck to schedule & to budget religiously, which impressed me a great deal. Also very impressed with the quality of work carried out, attention to detail was apparent throughout.  I wouldn’t have any hesitation in recommending your service to anyone.”
BC, East Dulwich

‘Paul Dawson offers a fast, efficient and friendly service that gives a high quality result.”
AF, London

"This was our first experience of working with an interior designer, and we found it extremely rewarding. We initially spotted Paul's talent in the set-up of the show house in the development in which we were buying, and this completely sold us on the idea of employing him to reproduce the same look and feel in our new apartment. He had captured the essence of the location, and harnessed the quirky architecture artfully.

Throughout the end-to-end process of concept, design, planning and implementation, Paul provided first-rate guidance, advocated rather than dictated, compromised rather than contested, and we grew to trust his judgment implicitly. The results more than met our expectations, and we would not hesitate to use Paul again, or to recommend him for other commissions.”
ND, London

Property Enhancement

‘Interest in our property had been slow and we knew that we needed to move fast in order to get the house that we wanted.  The commonsense way in which Paul tackled the project was excellent.  We sold the property for the price that we needed & got the house of our dreams!”
AF, Surrey

‘I was hesitant at laying out extra capital at the beginning, but was advised by the agent that (following the works) we achieved an additional £25,000 on the selling price.  The investment was well worth while.”
KB, East Dulwich

Showhouses

‘I am writing to thank you for all your hard work & effort you put into creating & installing the show house for our new development in Hythe. I am extremely pleased with the show home & think you have done a fantastic job & would like to express my thanks.”
MW, Gillcrest Homes 


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