Work in progress
Interior view of a new dwelling as part of preparations for a planning application. This shows the entrance area which takes advantage of the far-reaching views and natural light afforded by it’s position.
New Project Completed
We’re pleased to have completed this lovely extension project in North Oxfordshire. A light touch and some simple alterations to the existing internal layout have provided a light filled kitchen and dining space for the family along with increased connection…
New Planning Application
We’ve submitted a planning application for the extensive re-modelling of a barn, it’s associated outbuildings and wider landscape. Originally forming part of a working farm the barn was converted in to residential use in the early 1990’s. The barn has…
3D modelling
This 3-D model helps the us and the client see the finished building more clearly. In this case the proposed works to a bungalow will improve the thermal efficiency to suit the clients needs and create a low energy dwelling…
Completed Project
We’re pleased to announce the completion of a new project! The new garden building at Pear Tree Cottage creates a light filled modern living space distinct from the more traditional feel of the original cottage. Connected by a short link…
Planning permission
Even during lockdown the planning wheels were still turning and we were granted planning permission for the remodelling and extension of this Victorian farmhouse. The family have now outgrown the house and our proposals seek to provide more suitable living…
Studio back open!
After thirteen weeks the studio is open once again. We’re working in rotation, observing physical distancing and still having virtual meetings. But it’s great to be welcoming some of the team back.
Future Build Guest Editor!
Charlie is guest editing this weeks issue of the Future Build newsletter. Future Build is an annual event that aims to bring together innovative brands from the built environment community to share their products and solutions. Click this link to read…
Mobile home
An exciting project to explore the potential of a mobile home! On a beautiful site in south east England a mobile home has been in a field for over ten years and the clients can now replace it. We are…
Visual Images
Our building sites may be closed for the time-being but we’re busy working on feasibility studies and planning applications for clients. These images are visuals we’ve produced to help the client understand the approach to the new building.
Sketch options
These sketches show the very early stages of options for a feasibility study, which is one of the first things we do for a new client. Usually we provide two or three options having visited the site and talked through…
Planning permission granted for our new studio!
We are really excited to have planning approval for what will become our new studio space next year. We intend to create a Passive-standard building with the minimum amount of carbon emissions associated with its construction. As we create buildings…
Futurebuild
This Thursday Charlie will be joining a panel of industry experts on the Steico stand at Futurebuild for a series of talks on tackling the climate crisis. They will be talking about how to meet the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge…
Hook Norton Community Housing
The planning permission has been submitted for our scheme for the Hook Norton community housing project. The scheme, which is the culmination of an extensive community engagement process plans to create 12 dwellings and a community building centred around a…
Hidden Gem
Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty in the Warwickshire countryside, building work has started on remodelling and extending this beautiful manor house. The plan is to create a more cohesive family living environment and enhance the connections between…
Planning application
These artists impression images were included as part of a recent planning application we’ve submitted. The application is for the retro-fit and extension of an existing dwelling, and an adjacent new-build in the conservation area of an Oxfordshire village.
Bringing the outside in
The location of this project, next to an ancient woodland in Oxfordshire, meant that large openings were essential. The verticality of the trees is repeated in the vertical timber mullions which emphasise a connection to the outside.
Developing a design
We’re currently working on a small 2-plot housing scheme in the Cotswolds. These images show the development of the design at the concept stage to illustrate the feel of the project to the client.
We are hiring!
Based in the rural North Oxfordshire countryside, we are a small practice looking for a resourceful, independent and creative experienced Part 2 or recently qualified Part 3 to join our team. We work on projects ranging from Passive standard new-builds,…