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Peter Yiangou - Peter Yiangou Associates


"We have worked closely with Stewart Design on two projects to date, the most recent of which, a new build country house, where we initiated their involvement at a very early stage to facilitate the stonework details prior to the stonework going out to tender, with the following advantages;
Stewart Design provided a comprehensive set of working drawings, eliminating queries over details and allowing us to obtain accurate prices for the finished work.
The stonework design being produced early has been more efficient on overall programme time when the stonework element is let, as the project will not have to be drawn by the stonemasonry contractor. The contractor is able to start production of the stone when required, knowing that full manufacturing information is already clear.
The stone contractors have been able to price with confidence, knowing that details have been finalised, therefore reducing the claims for extras due to changes in detail.
Time can be saved in the long term as details finalised earlier in the design process improve integration of details into the overall design. Improved interfaces between stone details and other technical details mean savings can be made from reduced knock-on effects of delay and disruption due to unforeseen detail design problems at a later stage, or when the project is on site.
We have found our association with Stewart Design most advantageous, and would recommend their early involvement as an important element of any stone project."  
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Chris Bromige - The Bath Stone Group


"The Bath Stone Group has utilised the services of Stewart Design (UK) Ltd on many occasions over the past 5 years. Their drawings are always concise and clear and are greatly appreciated by both our Banker and Fixer masons alike. Accompanying paperwork is always up to date and programmes rigidly observed.
Most importantly however, is their thorough understanding of both traditional and modern masonry detailing.
It is because of their in-depth knowledge of the craft that we feel confident Stewart Design will always provide the most cost effective solution to any stone design package"  
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Graham A Goldthorpe - Stone Connection (UK) Ltd


"In recent years the introductions of 'fast track' techniques has revolutionised the organisation of building contracts, and the developers of today demand the best quality stonework and a rapid building programme.
Stone Connection (UK) Ltd, as one of the UK's leading Stone specialists, have developed systems of work to tackle the most demanding projects. For jobs to succeed this involves meticulous planning; in production design and fixing. If there are shortcomings in any one of these operations the results can be disastrous.
Design of the stonework is of particular importance, and it should be appreciated that between the Architect's drawings being prepared and the arrival of stone on site, there is a critical stage in any contract where the precise design of the stonework has to be undertaken, to provide both production information, in the form of cutting schedules and templates, and fixing drawings for construction purposes.
This is the most crucial stage of the job, and as such the design work needs to be placed in expert and experienced hands.
To this end we have, for the past 5 years, engaged the services of Stewart Design (UK) Ltd on projects of all types, to provide working drawings, cutting schedules and templates. The information provided is always accurate and professionally presented, and they are used to working to tight design programmes and meeting critical completion deadlines. In addition to this they always adopt a cooperative and helpful approach to problem solving; and there are always a lot of problems to solve on most jobs!
We therefore have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Stewart Design (UK) Ltd for any kind of stonework project. Their involvement will ensure a smooth running project, and will take the burden of responsibility for the design of the stonework away from the supplier and fixing contractor, allowing them to focus on production and project planning.  
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Established in 1995, Stewart Design (UK) Ltd. is a company capable of offering a complete design and management service. contact us
Stewart Design (UK) Limited The Old Bakery, Sheep Street, Charlbury OX7 3RR tel: +44 (0)1608 811500 fax: +44 (0)1608 811700 e-mail:  design@stewartdesign.co.uk