TONY HOLT DESIGN | SELF BUILD EXHIBITION | 14-15 JAN FARNBOROUGH

We will be exhibiting at the Homebuilding & Renovating Exhibition at the Farnborough National Exhibition Centre, on the 14th and 15th of January. We are reaching out to homeowners and self builders, looking to embrace the challenges of creating a fantastic home for their family. We will be showcasing previous projects giving an insight to our design process, that has delivered more that 600 self build and homeowner projects across the UK. You can register your details here and request an appointment, or turn up on the day and meet one of the team to discuss your project. We look forward to seeing you there!

HAVING THE COURAGE TO CHANGE COURSE WHEN THINGS AREN'T WORKING

When you hear yourself saying “That will do” when it directly effects you and your families future home, tough decisions are required.

We met the owners of this property at a self-build exhibition in Farnborough earlier this year. They loved our work and felt connected with our design philosophy. They were well advanced with an alternative designer, but felt that the process hadn't given them something that matched their vision for their future home.

When we discussed the opportunities that were currently being overlooked, they decided to appoint us to take over and explore a new approach. Having led them through our process with renewed energy and creativity, we completed the new design and made a submission for planning approval. The application was recently granted. We are now working with our Client helping them to decide how the project should proceed, with the next objectives to obtain quotes before moving forward into the construction phase.

The new design embraced a 'whole site' approach, where previously the ideas, in our view, had been too constrained to the envelope of the existing property. This new perspective was key to finding a solution where the house and site feels connected. As with every project, we undertook a thorough interrogation of the clients lifestyle needs and design preferences. This was then followed with well thought out ideas balancing the flow and feel of spaces with practical and technical considerations including good aesthetics.

It is not unusual for self-builders to explore different design services before finding a good match. This project is an good example of how the client's courage to try something new, when they were feeling underwhelmed, rewarded them with something special.

TONY HOLT DESIGN | PLANNING GRANTED | CAMBRIDGESHIRE CONSERVATION AREA

We obtained planning permission for this replacement dwelling in late 2020. It was a fantastic result in an extremely sensitive conservation area, consisting of 17th century historical assets. Following the consent we completed a full technical design package to enable works to commence early 2021. The build is nearing completion and we hope to see the finished article soon.

TONY HOLT DESIGN | SELF BUILD DESIGN CASE STUDY | BEECHFIELD

We are releasing a series of self build case studies, featuring our completed projects. They aim to provide an insight into the challenges faced by self builders and how good preparation paves the way to a better outcome. To read the full case study on this project click here.

TONY HOLT DESIGN | PLANNING GRANTED FOR SELF BUILD DWELLING | BUCKS

We are super proud to have achieved planning consent for this contemporary new build in Buckinghamshire. The new replacement dwelling will replace an existing house in the open countryside and will provide the Client with over 600m² of accommodation over 2 floors. Works are due to start this year and we are currently finalising a full technical design and coordinating with the design team.

PROJECT UPDATE : REPLACEMENT DWELLING IN ESHER STARTING ON SITE IN JULY

Following on from securing planning permission for this replacement dwelling in Esher, we are now well underway with the working drawing package and currently coordinating the design with the SIPS supplier. Demolition of the existing house is imminent with ground works planned to start in July.

The client is managing the site and the build arranging several trade packages direct in order to reduce the overall build costs. We’ll be following the build as much as possible and be posting regular updates as the build progresses.

PROJECT UPDATE : SELF BUILD BUNGALOW REMODEL IN HAMPSHIRE

Good to get the scaffolding down on this remodel project and get a preview of how the completed version may look. Looking forward to completing the interior and the Client being able to enjoy some dramatic internal spaces with some stunning views over the the Hamble river. We provided design services and then project managed the shell and exterior finishes for the Client and they took on the interior themselves in order to deliver this build on a challenging budget.

PLANNING GRANTED : SELF BUILD CONTEMPORARY REMODEL IN BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

We secured planning consent for this design in Tring, Buckinghamshire in 2016 and we’ve been delayed in posting to the blog. We have recently completed the working drawings and works commenced on site a few months ago. We are looking forward to visiting the project and seeing it progress!

PLANNING GRANTED : SELF BUILD REPLACEMENT DWELLING IN SURREY

Fantastic result to have secured planning permission for this replacement dwelling for our Client in Esher, Surrey. The new design replaces an existing 170m² 1970’s house with this contemporary 350m² luxury dwelling. We even managed to create an additional 75m² of bonus space in the roof pushing the gross internal area up to 425m².

We have already started producing working drawings and looking forward to supporting our Client through the build phase.

PLANNING GRANTED : SELF BUILD REPLACEMENT DWELLING IN HERTFORDSHIRE

Proud to report securing this consent for a replacement dwelling for our Client in Hertfordshire. We have already commenced on the working drawings and architectural detailing and look forward to seeing progress on site in 2019.

PLANNING GRANTED : SELF BUILD REPLACEMENT DWELLING IN CORNWALL

We are really thrilled to have secured planning permission for this stunning design for a coastal new build in Cornwall. The application sailed through the planning process and was approved by delegated powers without the need for any negotiations or amendments.

We have already been instructed to prepare working drawings and the technical design with plans to commence on site in 2019!

PROJECT UPDATE : SELF BUILD REMODEL OF BUNGALOW IN POOLE, DORSET

Absolutely thrilled how this project has turned out! It’s probably the most adventurous remodels we’ve ever undertaken on an incredibly challenging site.

The Client had the energy and ambition to take on this difficult challenge and has transformed the existing 1,500ft² bungalow into a 3,500ft² contemporary luxury residence.

The remodelled property was redesigned to take advantage of the incredible view on offer over Poole Harbour.

When we took on this project we all knew the site, the brief and the budget was going to test everybody, not least the Client. It’s safe to say that all things considered it’s been an absolute success!

TONY HOLT DESIGN IN 2018 : 40 planning consents for self build projects in 34 Local Authorities over 19 Counties - Bring on 2019!

We’ve had a good year in 2018, with over 30 Self Builder’s commencing the design process with us on new projects. Alongside these projects we steered a further 20 through the technical design phase some of which commenced on site and due for to complete in 2019. We have enjoyed supporting self-builders on site in 2018 and sharing the success on several successfully completed projects.

During 2018 we strengthened and developed relationships with suppliers to the self-build sector that we have worked with previously, linking up to assist our future Client’s to help deliver their own projects.

We are proud to have secured over 40 planning consents in 2018 with 34 different Local Authorities across 19 Counties. We were also thrilled to have secured planning permission for a paragraph 55 (now paragraph 79) house in the North West of England. Not bad for a CIAT registered practice!

We are looking forward to continued success and working with self builders looking to create something interesting and special!

 Here’s wishing you all the best for 2019!

PROJECT UPDATE : SELF BUILD REPLACEMENT DWELLING IN ABINGDON, OXFORDSHIRE

Fantastic to visit this completed self build in Oxfordshire. Great Client’s to work with who pushed to get as much of our original design intent into the finished article as possible.