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.
My work in the fields of commercial and conservation helped to expand and develop CAM's reputation. After twelve years as a Director, I decided to specialise and work closer to home with a new practice. I formed Ground Designs (Norfolk) Ltd in 2012, along with my wife, Anna, to serve clients across North Norfolk.
My work in the fields of commercial and conservation helped to expand and develop CAM's reputation. After twelve years as a Director, I decided to specialise and work closer to home with a new practice. I formed Ground Designs (Norfolk) Ltd in 2012, along with my wife, Anna, to serve clients across North Norfolk.
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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.
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.
The CPRE (Campaign to Protect Rural England) Marks, can be awarded for various contributions including exceptional buildings, projects, or organisations that exemplify CPRE values in the community.The Green Apple Environment Awards were established in 1994 by The Green Orgnaisation, as an annual campaign to recognise, reward and promote environmental best practice around the world.
The CPRE (Campaign to Protect Rural England) Marks, can be awarded for various contributions including exceptional buildings, projects, or organisations that exemplify CPRE values in the community.The Green Apple Environment Awards were established in 1994 by The Green Orgnaisation, as an annual campaign to recognise, reward and promote environmental best practice around the world.
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 (4)
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.
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
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
Bernice Davison
Nov 23, 2019
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Nicola Badley
Jul 29, 2019
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