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Architects - Specialising in Residential & Commercial. Eco Living / City Regeneration! #architecture #eco
“Small enough to Care, big enough to Wow!”

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Planning approved! Our contemporary extension to C

Planning approved! Our contemporary extension to Catherine Beckett Community Centre in Preston will create a welcoming café and improved facilities, bringing people together. We’re excited to see it take shape.

#architect #planning #Centre #community

Contractor Shaun Smith Builders Ltd. Sent me these

Contractor Shaun Smith Builders Ltd. Sent me these photos of the completed private home in Samlesbury, and the night vs day comparison is powerful! Great work and finish! Our client really invested into the whole process too, and it shows!

#architects #planning #building #home #residential

What a finish to our latest completed new build ec

What a finish to our latest completed new build eco home in Woodplumpton! Dream home goals here!

After first picking the site up with our client back in 2020 and achieving Planning Permission, then Building Control Approval, these photos are superb by Movingworks (credited for the photos). We have permission to share this to showcase it before the future buyer moves in.

The superstructure is ICF by Nudura and through to the overall finish, this luxurious eco home demonstrates a contemporary aesthetic with authentic design specification.

#Architects #Planning #Technical #Ecohome #nudura

I visited one of the new build houses we have onsi

I visited one of the new build houses we have onsite, this morning. This is being built single handed by my client as a self-build. He’s doing a great job and it’s now building momentum to that all important ‘water tight’ stage that everyone wants before winter comes.

Looking forward to the features and glazing installation. It will really bring it to life!

#progress #building #architects #selfbuild #home

#community #mentalhealth #cafe New project at th

#community #mentalhealth #cafe

New project at the Alderley Edge Station Cafe, for a an amazing company called Gentillese! Watch this space!

11 years ago I achieved Planning Approval for this

11 years ago I achieved Planning Approval for this SUB-PAD in Edworth. Sat in the garden of a listed property, and geared up for Grand Designs, it wasn’t built due to land ownership access.

In 2026 a similar brief and client has landed and it shows that even your unbuilt works can help inspire and help land a commission.

I also recognise that there is an emerging trend for ‘Preppers’ and those who simply want to bunker down and retain garden / outlook. It is also easier to get approved as Planning policy concerns itself with volume typically ‘above ground’.

#Architects #Planning #bunker #ecohome #subterranean

Planning Approval for this absolutely luxurious co

Planning Approval for this absolutely luxurious country home in Hambleton for a private client.
They wanted a quality finish that transforms a brick masonry finished home, and transforms it into a dream scene from a movie!
A rear extension for improved dining and Master Suite on the first floor. A home Spa with sauna, cold plunge and hot tub. All with thermal improvements throughout, doors and windows to style and a feel of comfort and efficiency!

#Architects #Home #Bridgerton #Luxury #Planning

Does anybody else have pre-holiday annual leave an

Does anybody else have pre-holiday annual leave anxiety?

You work hard all year round and feel you deserve a break. But you have high standards you set for yourself, your team and the clients you strive to keep happy.

A battery recharge is in order and we approach a week break 21st August to the 31st August inclusive.

In the meantime, I’ve planned out our workload and resources, lined up a few meetings for next week and I have a few slots free for a summer meet if you’d like.

Then we’re back fully charged Tuesday 1st September to have a good Autumn hopefully! I think all of us are hoping economy picks up and more opportunities are around the corner.

Have a good summer to everyone! Staycation or further a field! Be safe, smile and appreciate what you have.

JB

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From outdated to outstanding, we reimagine your ho

From outdated to outstanding, we reimagine your home with bold design that is approve-able and affordable!

The team and I make sure you can achieve planning permission whilst pushing the boundaries of pragmatism. All a while within your budget. Small or large! We love all projects! Our fees are relative to the scale but the effort is always high end!

#Architects #Planning #Technical #Luxury #value

@machined_limited

Great news recently for our Harris Institute proje

Great news recently for our Harris Institute project. After acheiving Full Planning Permission, we’ve now discharged the key prior commencement conditions, so stripping out works can commence alongside completion of the Dry Rot removal. This was key so that the former courtyard can be recreated, which not only allows the heritage asset to breathe again and help erradicate the final Dry Rot, but will provide a unique space for the guests.

This regeneration project is close to our studio on Winckley Square and plays on so many heart strings in the community of Avenham (including residents, businesses and various groups).

After the completion of the Tram Bridge a couple of months ago, this iconic grade II* listed asset sits in a commanding position north of the Avenham colonnade, connecting the Tram Bridge to the city. A perfect city gateway from the south.

Looking forward to @prestonpartnership walk and talk later today to see and hear about the Avenham renaissance!

#Architects #Regeneration #Planning #Technicaldrawing #conférence @blog.preston @preston.pulse @prestoninnovates @society1preston @visitpreston @thebidpreston

Did you know we offer all of these services? Mos

Did you know we offer all of these services?

Most people think Architects just produce drawings… but our role is so much more than that.

From site appraisals and planning through to technical design, project management, conservation, digital fabrication and our Principal Designer (Building Safety Regulator) role—we help turn ideas into successful, safe and beautifully designed places.

The best part? We genuinely love what we do.

Helping our clients create homes, businesses and developments they’re proud of is why we get out of bed every morning.

Small enough to care. Big enough to wow!

Which service surprised you the most? Let us know below!

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Our moto! Since 2018! #Architects #Designers #Ec

Our moto! Since 2018!

#Architects #Designers #Eco #Makers #Planning

@machined_limited

For 12 years we have been designing homes for all

For 12 years we have been designing homes for all kinds of tastes and styles for our clients. In 2018 I started to create my own Scandi minimalistic furniture pieces and here in 2026 we have an extended dining table named : Lifeform. No glues or screws… designed and made with a digital fabrication process called CNC, which is essentially a file to factory cutting process of plywood. We have developed the skill over years of R&D trial and error. The plywood slots together strong, and effortlessly holds a 2m long 10mm toughened glass top.

What a place this is to help showcase how dining in the presence of a water source can be great for the soul.

#Architects #Design #Makers #Plywood #cnc

Shameless plug of my architectural bed: Vega Of c

Shameless plug of my architectural bed: Vega

Of course I had to see what it would look like with our beloved George Cross laid on it… ahead of the 1am kick off tonight!

How is everyone going to tackle the kick off time? Nap from 10-12:30? Or stay awake and party?

“Come on England…”

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#England #Patriot #Architect #Bed #Maker

I really feel we can improve how we use our spaces

I really feel we can improve how we use our spaces in Preston. Liverpool have done a great job with their waterside venue at the Pier. I recently watched Snow Patrol with my daughter and it was fantastic!
It gave me the idea that the large forecourt infront of the Bus Station by the side of the Guild Hall, could really create an iconic space. With the benefit of a great architectural backdrop, facilities, transport and parking. With a bit of careful planning it would tie in with bus routes and services necessary.

Yes it would be a fair weather space! Lytham have the green… we could have the… “grey?”

Here are a few images to whet the appetite on what the art of the possible could be!

#Architects #Ai #Regeneration #eventspace #lythamfestival

We’re delighted to share another planning succes

We’re delighted to share another planning success for Preston!

Our team has successfully secured Planning Permission for the conversion and sensitive third-floor extension of 170 North Road, Preston, creating 14 high-quality supported living bedrooms with en-suite facilities (Use Class C2).
This project represents far more than the approval of a planning application. It’s about giving a well-known Preston landmark a new lease of life whilst creating accommodation that will provide safe, high-quality supported living for adults who need it most.

Many local people will recognise the building as the long-standing home of Bernard Watson, whose story began even earlier as John Corbishley & Sons, established in 1878. For almost 150 years, the site has been synonymous with craftsmanship, heritage and service to the local community, with generations of skilled tradespeople working from North Road and leaving their mark on some of Lancashire’s most treasured buildings.

We’re incredibly proud to have played our part in helping preserve this important piece of Preston’s history, ensuring it continues to serve the community in a completely new way for generations to come.

A huge thank you to our client for entrusting us with this exciting project. We’re looking forward to seeing the next chapter unfold.

Opportunity: Our client is now seeking an experienced Supported Housing Provider specialising in Adult Care who would be interested in operating this exciting new facility. If this could be of interest to your organisation, or you know someone who may be interested, we’d love to hear from you.

At its heart, this is exactly why we do what we do! breathing new life into existing buildings, preserving local heritage, and creating places that have a genuine and lasting social impact.

#PlanningPermission #Architecture #SupportedLiving #AdultCare #Regeneration

Come for a cold one! Here at @campfieldmcr Manches

Come for a cold one! Here at @campfieldmcr Manchester!
#housing2026

Our Marrakech contemporary villa approved in 2024!

Our Marrakech contemporary villa approved in 2024! Designed for a local Developer who bought land to create a luxury private estate with views over the Atlas Mountains.

A perfect place to relax, train, play and explore. Our studio really enjoyed working on this, which led to a 12x storey apartment block in Dubai and a Reformer Pilates studio in Broughton… worlds apart but with our small studio at the helm.

#Architects #Planning #Residential #Home #Luxury Innovative Contemporary

Monday marked our 12th year as an architectural pr

Monday marked our 12th year as an architectural practice, and today celebrated with our team, @washcreativestudio and friends at The Artistry House, sharing stories, reflecting on projects, and looking ahead to what’s next.

Over the last 12 years, one thing has remained constant: great projects are built on great relationships. We are only ever as good as the people we work with our clients, consultants, contractors, collaborators, and team members who help bring ideas to life.

Our passion has always been helping clients unlock the full potential of their projects. Whether it’s a single home, a commercial space, a fabrication facility, or a large mixed-use development, we love pushing boundaries, solving challenges, and creating designs that add genuine value.

We’re proud of what we’ve achieved so far, but even more excited about what’s ahead. If you’re planning a project and looking for a team that combines creativity, technical expertise, and a collaborative approach, we’d love to hear from you.

What’s the project you’re most excited about this year? Let us know in the comments.

Here’s to the next chapter! and to turning more ambitious ideas into reality.

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