STUDENT STUDY & SOCIAL SPACE
STUDENT STUDY & SOCIAL SPACE The common room sits within the college’s modern riverside building just a short walk from the main campus and serves the 97 rooms on site. However, this much unloved space was rarely being used and the college wanted us to bring this room back to its purpose, encouraging the students […]
MIDDLE COMMON ROOM FOR OXFORD COLLEGE
MIDDLE COMMON ROOM FOR OXFORD COLLEGE The Middle Common Room was originally located in a much smaller room that did not work with how the students used the space. The College decided to relocate the common room to a larger space to better accommodate the student’s needs. The new room felt oppressive with dark red […]
STUDENT ACCOMMODATION RENOVATION
STUDENT ACCOMMODATION RENOVATION We were tasked with the refurbishment of a student accommodation block for Hertford College, Oxford. This included 76 bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms and communal area over a period of 6 phases. The college were keen on making the rooms feel more homely for the students whilst still remaining durable and suitable for the […]
A TRIBUTE TO SAMUEL JOHNSON
A TRIBUTE TO SAMUEL JOHNSON The college wanted to create a new office suite that would be used by a current Fellow, as well as pay tribute to Samuel Johnson. As a former student of Pembroke College in Oxford, the design was to act as a lasting tribute to the great writer and poet. It […]
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL JUNIOR COMMON ROOM
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL JUNIOR COMMON ROOM The barn was to be used by students aged 14 – 18 years old, attending summer school from all over the world, so they wanted to create a fun and vibrant space where they could congregate to play games, watch movies and generally form friendships. The barn was a very […]
COUNTRY CLUB & SPA REDESIGN
COUNTRY CLUB & SPA REDESIGN Built in the 1990s the reception area was still in the original state, with pine cladding and the original reception desk. Most of the resort had been upgraded over the years, and so the reception was playing catch up. The club owners were keen for the reception to reflect the […]
INDUSTRIAL STYLE CELLAR BAR
INDUSTRIAL STYLE CELLAR BAR The bar had all the makings of a great place to be – strong architectural features, lots of cosy places to sit and the hint of a moody atmosphere. Sadly it had an assortment of brightly coloured furniture, which made it feel vibrant rather than cool. The seating was all the […]
FAMILY GAMES ROOM
FAMILY GAMES ROOM Turn a new extension into a family and games room Give the room a wow factor Space for a snooker table Think about acoustic management! Provide somewhere for much needed refreshments
ELEGANT GUEST SUITE IN THE COTSWOLDS
ELEGANT GUEST SUITE IN THE COTSWOLDS Transform the guest suite into a chic hideaway Give the bedroom a boutique hotel feel Design a bathroom with a spa fee Warm cosy colour scheme Wow factor bed Storage in the bathroom
BATHROOM GOALS
BATHROOM GOALS Create a bathroom that will be the envy of all our friends Warm cosy colours and feel Include a statement bath His n Hers basins Storage