08 — Journal
Notes from the studio — on craft, planning and the long arc of London houses.
PlanningMay 2026 · 6 min
Permitted Development in 2026: what changed for London houses
A practical read of the latest GPDO updates and what they mean for rear extensions, lofts and outbuildings in conservation areas.
Read noteMaterialsApril 2026 · 8 min
Lime render and London stock — a quiet rehabilitation
Why we keep returning to lime, hand-laid brick and patinated bronze on heritage rebuilds across NW3 and NW8.
Read noteCraftMarch 2026 · 5 min
The quiet extension — restraint as a design language
Three recent rear additions where less detail, fewer materials and a single sectional gesture did all the work.
Read noteStudioFebruary 2026 · 4 min
Six questions we ask every client in week one
How the right brief shortens planning, sharpens budget conversations and protects design intent through to handover.
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