1010 Architects.

Extensions and renovation of a grade listed Lodge building dating back to the early 18th century. Planning permission was secured through a series of meetings and proposals that the client approved and the planning department supported. In essence the original character if the Lodge is conserved by extending in a contrasting style of building with a glass link which helps separate the two styles of architecture.

The project involved the reworking of the roof space and the introduction of a sympathetically considered dormer extension which does not feel intrusive from the outside. The project brief was to create a study space that is flood with natural daylight and captured the surrounding views; the room can also be used as a bedroom.

Extensions and renovation of a dilapidated house situated within a Conservation area. Planning permission was secured with a scheme that brought the house to the standard of the surrounding homes and buildings. The project involved extensive renovations and reconditioning of the original structure along with the complete re-planning of the house to suit the exacting requirements for the client.

Extensions and renovations of a period cottage situated within a Conservation area. The design philosophy was to conserve the integrity and charm at the front of the house and transform the rear of the house with a modern style and openness which is conducive to current family life. 

The project involved taking over a derelict/ruined shell of a Coach House that was protected with listed building consent, and to convert / transform it into two separate design studios. The project maximised the potential of the office whilst retaining it’s original features.

Our brief was to design and consider the best location for a Dolby design studio and separate voice over recording booth within the existing setup of the sound studio. Our design incorporated the existing fabric of the building in a way which enhanced the sound quality of the studio required for Dolby sound characteristics.

This project involved transforming a typical Victorian mid-terraced townhouse into a modern home conducive to family life as we know it today. Our philosophy was to retain the integrity of the front whilst completely transforming the rear of the house creating a better connection between garden and private spaces – a concept which we find is applicable to most period home extension renovations.

The critical aims for this project was to create a large open plan space which accommodated a kitchen, dining space, living space and play area — combined with level connection with the garden via bi-fold opening doors maximising the natural daylight into the house. The renovations incorporated underfloor heating throughout the new and old parts of the house effected by the extension whilst improving the insulation value and heating efficiency of the house.

The brief for this project was to create a high quality affordable 3 star motorway corridor hotel which challenged the travel lodge model. A large design effort culminated in a unique hotel style and experience that has seen more Dakota’s open across the UK including Nottingham, Edinburgh and Surrey.