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I’m guest editing this weeks edition of the Futu

I’m guest editing this weeks edition of the Future Build newsletter. Click the link in my bio to read more!
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#builtenvironment
#climateemergency

Lockdown project to build a bridge. The kids imagi

Lockdown project to build a bridge.
The kids imaginations dreamt up a trapdoor with a hidden platform underneath. Now known as the party pallet!
#bridgebuilding
#homeschooling
#kidsimagination
#stayhome #staysafe

This is about as eloquent a summary of good design

This is about as eloquent a summary of good design as you’ll get. Nice one Dieter Rams. The last two points are the ones I’m really focused on at the moment.

‘Experimental’ Earth Day pancake made by Jo (4

‘Experimental’ Earth Day pancake made by Jo (4) and Bee (7). These challenging times highlight the fragility of our modern lives and why we need a healthy planet. Enjoy #earthday

‪This could sound neiche but is massively import

‪This could sound neiche but is massively important. If you can spare the time to read and sign you could help drive important change.‬
‪ UK Government: Zero-rate VAT on deep retrofit/eco-refurbishment building works - Sign the Petition! http://chng.it/fkNKChsK via @ukchange

On Saturday night into Sunday of this weekend hear

On Saturday night into Sunday of this weekend hear Max Richter’s SLEEP being broadcast in several countries across the world. www.maxrichtermusic.com
#maxrichter
#maxrichtersleep
#bbcradio3
#europeanbroadcastingunion

Spring is definitely here! The tree in our courty

Spring is definitely here!
The tree in our courtyard has flowered!

Freshly ploughed field. When you can’t go anyway

Freshly ploughed field. When you can’t go anyway, it’s amazing how interesting simple things become.

Doing a lot of garden at the moment and as the lig

Doing a lot of garden at the moment and as the light was fading last night I looked back at our home, it made me smile. Keep safe. #buildingthedream

The last of the Charlie Luxton Design Team packing

The last of the Charlie Luxton Design Team packing up their computer to go home and start remote working. I’m going to be a bit lonely... at least I can try a different desk out every day of the week!

A bit of escapism. Building the Dream is back for

A bit of escapism.
Building the Dream is back for another series. Now showing on Wednesdays, More4, 9pm.

Fascinating afternoon at the #architectsdeclare w

Fascinating afternoon at the #architectsdeclare workshop on Embodied Carbon last week. We have been focusing on the energy efficiency of buildings in use and now we need to turn our attention to the energy and resources involved in building them.
Thankyou @fcbstudios for hosting.
#embodiedcarbon
#retrofitfirst
#retrofirst
#climateaction
#sustainablearchitecture
#energyefficientbuilding

Speaking at a recent engagement event for a commun

Speaking at a recent engagement event for a community housing project we’re working on in our village.
The project started as a community venture with the needs of the community at its core in an effort to make sure that the outcome reflects their needs and ideas.
Extensive community consultation has shaped the project throughout its development and the discussions and feedback are essential to the evolution of the project.
#sustainabledevelopment #community #hookyhousing #hnclt #lowcarbonliving #pixelbarnstudios

Larch and zinc. The larch will silver over the com

Larch and zinc.
The larch will silver over the coming year and the zinc will begin to dull, both creating a harmonious combination in this house extension.
#sustainablearchitecture #energyefficienthomes #cld-construction #timbercladding #zincstandingseam

Charlie Luxton Design are hiring! We’re looking

Charlie Luxton Design are hiring!
We’re looking for an experienced Part 2 or recently qualified Part 3 to join our team in the North Oxfordshire countryside.
See http//charlieluxtondesign/we-are-hiring/ for more information.
#wearehiring #sustainablearchitecture #energyefficienthomes

Enjoying the #christmasatblenheimpalace lights! Th

Enjoying the #christmasatblenheimpalace lights! Thank you Blenheim for another wonderful show. #blenheimpalace #christmaslights #familychristmas #onethirtyfortwo

The team getting ready for the Architects Declare

The team getting ready for the Architects Declare event in Battersea last Wednesday. An informative and illuminating day of talks and discussion groups. #architectsdeclare #climateemergency #regenerativearchitecture #buildingbiology

Travelled to Sicily by train....yes the train actu

Travelled to Sicily by train....yes the train actually goes on to the ferry! Fun journey, Naples amazing and the light as we crossed the short stretch of sea to Sicily was breathtaking.

On our way to Sicily by train. While 5.30am is a g

On our way to Sicily by train. While 5.30am is a great time to get an empty photo of the building..I’d still rather be tucked up in bed!