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Ref Number: CG03-ABS
Asking Price: £1,000,000
Location: Southwest London
Specialisation: Premium Loft Conversions and House Extensions
Asking Price: Offers in Excess of £1,000,000
Sales Pipeline: Confirmed project pipeline as of 1st September 2024: £1,400,000
Key Strengths:
Integrated Service Offering: The company’s strength lies in its seamless integration of architectural design and construction capabilities, allowing full control over the project lifecycle and ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Rigorous Project Management: A structured approach to project management minimises risks and guarantees adherence to the highest standards, from design through to build.
Customer-Centric Approach: The company’s "family first" ethos ensures a personalised, respectful client experience, leading to strong relationships, high referral rates, and repeat business.
Business Overview:
This Architectural Design and Build Company is a premier provider of top-tier loft conversions and house extensions in London and the Home Counties.
The company has carved a niche in the market, offering a comprehensive suite of services that cater to the high-end residential sector. With a proven track record, strong brand recognition, and huge growth potential, this business presents a unique acquisition opportunity.
Core Services:
1. Architecture Only: Bespoke design services delivered through an in-house RIBA-accredited planning and design.
2. Build Only: Precision construction services for clients with pre-existing architectural plans.
3. Design and Build: A turnkey solution that manages the entire project from concept to completion.
Marketing and Brand Position:
Digital Presence: The company’s website ranks prominently on Google page 1, consistently driving high-quality leads. This strong online presence is amplified through active social media engagement on platforms like Youtube, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
High Street Visibility: Operating from a prime High Street location, the company attracts significant local business, further bolstered by its active participation in major trade shows such as the Ideal Home Show and Grand Designs Live, as well as other highly effective lead-generating marketing assets.
Industry Thought Leadership: The company has established itself as a thought leader in the architectural and construction industries, enhancing its brand prestige and market influence.
Financial Performance:
- Resilience Through Adversity: Despite challenging market conditions, including Brexit, Covid, and the cost-of-living crisis, the company has maintained a strong project pipeline and continued profitability.
- Revenue and Profitability Overview:
- 2020/21: Revenue £1,465,146 | Net Profit £166,918
- 2021/22: Revenue £622,911 | Net Profit £ (40,671) -Covid
- 2022/23: Revenue £791,353 | Net Profit £6,284 -Interest rates raised.
- 2023/24 Booked and contracts £1,400,000.
·Growth Opportunities: The company’s current market position leaves significant room for expansion, particularly through scaling up existing proven marketing efforts, service diversification, and geographic expansion.
Competitive Advantage:
Uncompromised Quality: The company is renowned for its craftsmanship and ethical business practices, avoiding hidden fees and ensuring top-notch quality in every project.
In-House Expertise: The company’s in-house teams handle all aspects of the build, providing clients with the confidence that their project is managed by skilled professionals with a vested interest in the outcome.
Established Reputation: With over 300 completed projects and numerous industry awards, the company has built a strong reputation for quality and reliability.
Market Position and Client Base:
High Demand: The company’s services are in constant demand, with project bookings extending into April 2025 of £1,400,000.
Target Market: The primary clientele consists of residential clients seeking high-quality home extensions and loft conversions.
Growth Potential:
Geographical Expansion: Extending operations beyond the current one-hour radius from headquarters could unlock new markets, particularly in areas like Surrey, Bucks, Essex, East and Central London.
Service Diversification: Expanding into larger renovation projects and offering additional services like bathroom fit outs and refurbishment upgrades could further enhance revenue.
Scalable Marketing: The company’s effective marketing strategy can be easily scaled to drive more leads and projects, particularly in underserved areas.
Reason for Sale:
The current owners have successfully built the business into a recognised and established leader in its field. Having achieved financial stability, they are now focusing on their personal property development portfolio. This creates an opportunity for a new owner to take over a well-established, profitable business and drive it to new heights.
Property.
The business is ideally located, in an attractive upmarket, high-street location, a short walk to the train station, the Directors own the Freehold Property which is available to the successful purchaser of the company, to rent, to lease or to buy the freehold.
Post-Sale Support:
The owners are committed to providing transitional support to ensure a smooth handover, with the specifics to be discussed with interested buyers.
Confidentiality Agreement:
Prospective buyers will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement before receiving further details about the business.
Conclusion:
This Architectural Design and Build Company represents a rare acquisition opportunity in a highly sought-after sector. With its robust project pipeline, strong brand presence, and significant growth potential, it is ideally positioned for a new owner to capitalise on the increasing demand for premium residential extensions and loft conversions in London and beyond. The company’s established reputation, combined with its operational excellence, makes it a valuable investment for a buyer looking to expand in the architectural and construction markets.
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