If you’re planning a home extension, loft conversion, or even a new build, one of the first questions you’ll probably ask is: “How much does it cost to hire an Architect?” The truth is, there isn’t a simple one-size-fits-all answer, but I’ll break down the typical costs, what influences them, and how working with a local Architectural Practice (like us at Hollis Design in Cowes) can actually save you money in the long run. How do Architects/Designers Charge? Typically, they c

If you’re thinking about adding more space to your home, whether it’s a kitchen extension, extra bedroom, or a two-storey addition -...

Why You Shouldn’t Use Cement on Old Brickwork – A Quick Guide from Hollis Design If you’ve got a period property - especially anything...

Ordnance Survey benchmark Ever spotted a strange symbol carved into a brick wall, like the one in our photo? That’s an Ordnance Survey...

If you’re planning a house extension in the UK, one of the key steps is obtaining Building Control approval. This ensures your project...

Unless you have been living under a rock, you would have heard that building costs and house prices are both soaring at the moment. Why?...

I am not an Architect. There you go, I've said it. I went to the same university, passed the same exams, and have worked on the same...

Good architecture blurs the line between design and engineering, creating spaces and elements with such elegant engineering that only the...

Beautifully designed, exquisitely engineered. Looks so simple (believe me it isn't under the surface).

Good architecture, like good use of language, stripes away the unnecessary so the core values can shine.