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Who we are. What we do. Why we do it. We want to give you a real flavour of the team that will be working on your project.

Our Values

We are absolutely committed to offering every single client the very best service and have a set of values by which we operate.

Our Team

We are all passionate designers who care about the planet and the people on it. Meet our dedicated team.
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Full Design & Planning

Our experienced team will guide you from concept to planning to see your dream become reality.

Planning Policy Tester

Not sure if your project is viable? We’ve developed a system to test the likely outcome of a submission.

Architect Consultation

If you have lots of ideas but you’re not sure what’s possible we can help make things clearer.

Preliminary Sketch

If you have an idea of what you want but you’re not ready to for the full planning process we can help.

Garden Design

Make the outside of your house as beautiful as the inside with our garden design service.

Business Mentoring

Whether you are just starting out or want to expand your architectural business we can help.
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About

About Us

Who we are. What we do. Why we do it. We want to give you a real flavour of the team that will be working on your project.

Our Values

We are absolutely committed to offering every single client the very best service and have a set of values by which we operate.

Our Team

We are all passionate designers who care about the planet and the people on it. Meet our dedicated team.
Services

Full Design & Planning

Our experienced team will guide you from concept to planning to see your dream become reality.

Planning Policy Tester

Not sure if your project is viable? We’ve developed a system to test the likely outcome of a submission.

Architect Consultation

If you have lots of ideas but you’re not sure what’s possible we can help make things clearer.

Preliminary Sketch

If you have an idea of what you want but you’re not ready to for the full planning process we can help.

Garden Design

Make the outside of your house as beautiful as the inside with our garden design service.

Business Mentoring

Whether you are just starting out or want to expand your architectural business we can help.
Process
Projects
Blog
Contact Us

Our Blog

We share all the industry news, practice advice and latest thinking here on our blog.

Class Q modern barn conversion with lots of light and double height kitchen

Do barn conversions need planning permission?

Do barn conversions need planning permission? Do barn conversions need planning permission? In some form yes. This particular one (above) was obtained via Prior Approval

Clare Nash December 20, 2023

cost to convert a barn

What is the Cost of a Barn Conversion?

What is the Average Cost of a Barn Conversion? What is the cost to convert a barn and other questions answered by barn conversion expert

Clare Nash August 8, 2023

FarmED restorative farming

Restorative Farming and Biodiversity

I had the pleasure of attending a talk and lunch at FarmED in Oxfordshire recently. Its purpose is to educate about sustainable farming. This includes

Clare Nash May 11, 2022

Forever Home in the Countryside

Escape to the Countryside and create a Forever Home! Many people are looking to escape city life and start a new one in the countryside.

Clare Nash February 28, 2022

Eco homes

Eco homes are beautiful Eco homes come in all shapes and sizes. I would argue (but I am biased!) that eco homes are more beautiful

Clare Nash February 16, 2021

historic home or eco home

Historic home or eco home?

Historic home or an eco home? You don’t have to choose! Many people put up with a draughty old home, the compensation being lots of

Clare Nash September 28, 2020

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With a space that benefits your lifestyle and the environment

We specialise in environmentally sound designs for a range of architecture, from listed buildings to new builds.

Our Values

We strive to conduct ourselves according to values, which underpin our communication and design.

FAQs

To help you understand what we do and how we work and what you can expect from working with us.

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I've lost count of the number of people who say Wow the first time they see the house!

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We specialise in environmentally sound barn conversions - from traditional and listed through to large modern builds

Renovations & Annexes

We have a huge amount of experience in renovation projects and listed buildings

Self Build & Eco

We specialise in energy efficient new-builds in countryside locations

Housing & Developments

We have undertaken a number of housing projects in the UK

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Design Your Life

Contemporary Vernacular Design - How British Housing can Rediscover its Soul

Clare Nash has written two books on topics relating to contemporary vernacular architecture and designing a working life that suits you and your business.

We are supportive passionate innovative responsive warm ethical

Clare Nash Architecture,
3 Towrise, Sulgrave, Banbury OX17 2SB

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