How to Eco-fit a Building : Insulation
Eco-fitting is the retroactive process of improving the sustainability and energy efficiency of an existing building. So, how to eco-fit a building? Older buildings…
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A Picture Cannot Tell the Whole Story
No matter how well captured, there is a fundamental architectural characteristic that photography cannot fully capture, an aspect that words cannot fully describe. Something…
How to Choose an Architect
How do you choose an architect? Listed below in bullet point format are a few thoughts about choosing an architect. The aim is to…
How Architects Design : Exploratory Site Sketches
I love listening to clients, visiting their properties and exploring the possibilities of a site. In tandem with discussions, walk rounds and background research,…
Barn Conversions, Renovations & Self Builds : Identifying Site Potential.
In the last blog post I discussed surveys. In this post I have turned my attention to exploring the potential of a site. Before…
The Importance of Surveys
Before starting on any renovation, new build or barn conversion project you will need to gather as much site information as you are able…
Retrofitting a Barn Conversion
Pye Barn in Oxfordshire was originally converted into a dwelling in 1935. The design undertaken by architect John Pym, was the subject of a…
Barn Conversions : Retiring to the Milking Shed
What are the options available for defunct barns and outbuildings? A typical farm will consist of a farmhouse, either ancient or a newer replacement,…