Journal

Notes on architecture,
homes and craft.

A quiet, occasional journal from the studio — for homeowners considering their own loft conversion, and for those who simply enjoy the subject.

Guide

Luxury Loft Conversion Costs in Surrey

What actually shapes a considered budget, and where genuine value is found.

Planning

Permitted development, conservation areas and party wall, in plain English.

Design

A comparison of two very different architectural approaches to added space.

Value

The financial, spatial and quality-of-life returns to expect.

Design

Rooflights, layering, and the difference light makes to a small room.

Craft

Why the difference between fitted and free-standing is more than visual.