Richard Coles

Experience

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  Bovis Homes

  Jan 1979 - Jan 1981

  Assistant Section Engineer | Site Surveying | Quality Control
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  GJ King and Sons

  Jan 1982 - Jan 1984

  Site Manager | Small Civils
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  Richard Coles Builders Ltd

  Jan 1984 - now

  Managing Director | Sustainable Build | New Builds | Refurbishment | Bespoke Homes | Passivhaus

  I have built an enviable reputation for producing excellent quality buildings through the use of high quality materials and a skilled team of tradesmen.I personally oversee all of my projects and closely manage them from start to finish. My time spent onsite is to develop my relationship with clients and architects. I pride myself on having an excellent and friendly team who clients like working with. They are also skilled craftsmen and women bringing excellence and quality to each project.Some of the projects I am very proud of are:1- Cedarwood- redevelopment of a site originally comprising a farm manager’s residence in to a contemporary oak framed barn.2- Old Barn- Extension and remodelling of an early 20th century barn style home designed by Arts & Crafts architect Charles Voysey. The project consisted of replacing unsympathetic extensions added in the latter part of the century. The replacement extension was a contemporary design drawn by Richard Ashby Partners and the building was later nominated for RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) Downland Award.3- Self-build near Effingham- Beautiful Georgian design created by Des Ewing Architects. A brand new build complete with garages and stables.Here is what some of our clients have said about us:• We are delighted with the finished product and thank you and your team for completing the project to an exceptionally high standard in such a short period of time… Richard Lewis CBE Chief Executive All England Lawn Tennis Club• We would highly recommend Richard and his workforce who were highly skilled, personable, trustworthy and a pleasure to work with… Adam and Kate Leech• …attention to detail exceeded our expectations. Mr & Mrs IssacPlease do get in touch if you feel our profile is a good fit with your projects or business. I would be delighted to speak with you. Show less