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Selected Work

Specialising in bespoke residential projects, our practice is focused on providing a tailor-made service, asking users to be the authors of their own spaces. We don’t have a house style, working collaboratively with clients to ensure we understand their wants and needs before translating them into spaces and architecture. It is through this intimate design approach that the richness in our work emerges. We ask for open participation from clients and encourage them to research, question and engage.

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Adding value with bespoke furniture

  • Roebuck Boathouse
    Roebuck Boathouse
    A timber frame boat house, overlooking the river Cam. Designed using Japanese joinery techniques, the structure uses no mechanical fixings.
  • Woodview Barn
    Woodview Barn
    A new house, sat in Cambridgeshire countryside, created as a modern interpretation of a traditional barn using humble agricultural materials.
  • Country Garden Studios
    Country Garden Studios
    A relaxed collection of garden buildings, expressing a contemporary and sensitive approach to traditional materials.
  • Hairy House
    Hairy House
    A jigsaw puzzle house on a tight and challenging plot, designed by the directors of the practice Emma and Jeremy.
  • Churchfield Farmhouse
    Churchfield Farmhouse
    A large new-build contemporary farmhouse and outbuildings with sweeping views over the North Hertfordshire countryside.
  • North Terrace
    North Terrace
    Remodelling and alterations to a 1970s terrace, located in the heart of Cambridge opposite the river Cam.
  • Orchard House
    Orchard House
    Refurbishment and extension of a 1930s Edwardian style property, creating a liveable interior with a greater connection to nature.
  • Arts and Crafts House
    Arts and Crafts House
    A sensitive refurbishment and redesign of a beautiful Arts and Crafts style Cambridge townhouse, set in mature gardens.
  • Emmanuel House
    Emmanuel House
    A large four bedroom, new-build house, located close in central Cambridge, taking reference from the local 1930’s vernacular.
  • Orchard Print Studio
    Orchard Print Studio
    A cork lined printing studio, built within the garden of Orchard House.
  • Meppershall Farmhouse
    Meppershall Farmhouse
    A high performance home set within the village of Meppershall, Bedfordshire, overlooking the countryside.
  • Loft in the Suburbs
    Loft in the Suburbs
    A ‘loft apartment’ extension of a 1930s detached house, creating a New York style escape in a typical Cambridge suburb.
  • Selwyn Gardens
    Selwyn Gardens
    A generous extension to rework and enliven a series of ground floor spaces, through introduction of light and connections out to greenery.
  • Pepper Pot House
    Pepper Pot House
    A contemporary extension to a distinct 1920s pepper pot house on the North Norfolk coast, enhancing its connection to the countryside.
  • Black Infill House
    Black Infill House
    A vertical extension of an existing annex, carefully placed between an existing Victorian villa and 1960s school building.
  • Bailey's Studios
    Bailey's Studios
    On the footprint of a stone mason’s workshop, a discreet terraced house in central Cambridge provides a quiet retreat in a busy city.
  • Blinco House
    Blinco House
    A modest extension attached to a traditional Victorian terrace, providing additional space for a growing family.
  • Barn Pavilion
    Barn Pavilion
    A contemporary interpretation of a traditional conservatory offering open views of mature gardens, complemented by elegant detailing.
  • The Garage
    The Garage
    A multi-functional garage that combines generous living and workshop space, separated by bespoke fitted furniture.
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