Blog
Our new studio
13 May 2022 by Simon Drayson
It is wonderful to finally have some professional photos of our new design studio to share, we moved in about…
Finding our voice
10 May 2022 by Simon Drayson
We were recently invited to join the discussion on ‘Finding your voice in communications’ for the ‘Marketing in Times of…
Transform your home, without extending
29 April 2022 by Darren Leach
It always amazes us how often we hear homeowners state that they need to extend their home in order to…
We are hiring
22 April 2022 by Simon Drayson
We’re on the lookout for a fellow architect – or architectural technologist – or Part 2 to join us in…
Celebrating Midhurst
20 April 2022 by Simon Drayson
In celebration of Midhurst, where we have chosen to set up the George and James design studio and our new…
How long will a project take?
24 March 2022 by Simon Drayson
This journal entry should probably have been entitled “how long will a blog post take me to write?” as it…
Daily Telegraph
22 March 2022 by Darren Leach
We were recently asked to contribute to the article ‘How to add space and value to your property’ for the…
Valentine's
14 February 2022 by Simon Drayson
We’re partners in life as well as in work, and to us that makes perfect sense.
Lighting - part 2
02 February 2022 by Darren Leach
Top tips for lighting your Bedroom and Bathroom In our last post, we shared our top tips for lighting lounges and…
Lighting - part 1
24 January 2022 by Simon Drayson
Top tips for lighting your Lounge and Kitchen Last summer, we shared our interior design tips from an architect’s perspective, starting…
How we can help with your project
27 December 2021 by Darren Leach
We are frequently asked by prospective clients if they have to sign up for our full services from the outset,…
Importance of Light & Air
16 December 2021 by Simon Drayson
When taking a brief from a new client, the words “light and airy” often come up, translated into ‘archispeak’ as…
What could go wrong with my project?
07 December 2021 by Darren Leach
We often think of ourselves as being risk-averse, in both our personal and our professional lives.
What do I need to tell my architect?
26 October 2021 by Simon Drayson
When meeting with our prospective clients for the first time, they often ask us “what do you need to know?”.
Working from home… in the garden?
13 October 2021 by Darren Leach
Having only recently moved house ourselves, in search of more space and like many we are still working from home…
Archiboo Award shortlist
07 October 2021 by Simon Drayson
We are delighted to have been shortlisted in this year’s Archiboo Web Awards, in the Best Written Content category of…
Good Homes
14 September 2021 by Darren Leach
We were thrilled to have Good Homes magazine feature our Alloway Road project in their October 2021 edition.
Do I need an architect?
10 September 2021 by Simon Drayson
We are often asked by family and friends if an architect is really necessary for a construction project, which has…
'Build It' Extension Bible
02 September 2021 by Simon Drayson
We were delighted to contribute our advice for the latest ‘Extensions Bible 2021’ supplement, published by ‘Build It’ magazine.
How much does an Architect cost?
23 August 2021 by Simon Drayson
Architects are often thought of as providing a luxury service, and that can sometimes be true to a certain extent.
Renovating In A Conservation Area
12 August 2021 by Simon Drayson
George & James Architects were approached by Love Renovate, the online home improvement platform, to share advice on renovating within…
De-mystify the architectural design process
20 July 2021 by Darren Leach
We have rewritten the RIBA’s ‘Plan of Work’ document, in a rather more human friendly way, which we hope will…
Advice on Using Reclaimed Bricks
05 July 2021 by Darren Leach
Sharing our thoughts on using reclaimed bricks for your next project.
The Vessel - Bathroom interior design tips, from an architect's perspective
30 June 2021 by Simon Drayson
Close-coupled or concealed cisterns? Underfloor heating? Demister pads? Are tiles always best on walls and floors?
The Womb - Bedroom interior design tips, from an architect's perspective
23 June 2021 by Simon Drayson
Bespoke wardrobes? Boutique hotel lighting design? Are carpets coming back in fashion?
The Altar - Kitchen interior design tips, from an architect's perspective
16 June 2021 by Simon Drayson
In-frame doors? Freestanding appliances? Corian worktop? What about the lighting? Decisions, decisions…
The Hearth - Lounge interior design tips, from an architect's perspective
09 June 2021 by Simon Drayson
Open or closed storage? Ceiling lights or 5-amp circuits? Solid, engineered or laminate timber floor?
Grand Design Magazine Arlington Alloway
01 June 2021 by Darren Leach
It’s really great to see our projects feature in the press, as trusted advisors we are delighted to share our…
How to save money on an extension
27 May 2021 by Simon Drayson
Build It Magazine asked George & James to share our thoughts on how best to save money on an extension project.
Grand Designs Magazine
01 March 2021 by Simon Drayson
Read the full article from 'Grand Designs Magazine'