Let's be real, the architecture industry has been pretty terrible at being upfront about what things actually cost. Usually, you're just left scratching your head trying to decode these really complicated fee structures that feel like they're designed to confuse you rather than help you out. At Cotswold Architecture + Design, we realised there just has to be a better way to do this. So, we totally threw out the traditional rulebook.

Breathing new life into an old cottage is a challenge that many homeowners face. The charm of traditional architecture often clashes with the desire for modern living spaces. In Kendleshire, a dated cottage is undergoing a remarkable transformation that balances heritage with contemporary design. This project, now ready for planning submission, showcases how thoughtful extensions and alterations can turn an aging home into a stunning, functional residence.

Creating a kitchen that fits seamlessly into an existing home while enhancing both space and style can be a complex challenge. This was exactly the case with a recent side extension project in Cheltenham, where planning approval was secured to continue the rear facade and make the most of the internal layout. The goal was to deliver a kitchen area that matched the quality of the rest of the building, despite tricky internal levels and the presence of an existing mezzanine flo

As we welcome the start of 2026, it’s the perfect moment to pause and reflect on what has been a truly landmark year for the team at Cotswold Architecture + Design. Throughout 2025, our drawing boards have been home to an incredibly diverse range of projects, each sharing a common goal: blending high-end contemporary design with the unique, historic character of our region.

Sometimes here at Cotswold Architecture + Design, we don't just help domestic clients; and this was certainly the case recently, where long time friends of the practice, Porsche Club GB commissioned us to assist with their latest event layout and strategy - "A Porsche Christmas". Assisting with setting out and organising their many stalls, routes and catering locations at their event at Farnborough International.

Our 11 plot new build home development in Chepstow, incorperating different materials such as ICF Blockwork, excellent insulation within the roof structure, and timber framing, with modern brick slip facades and standing seam roofing - integrating into the existing historical chapel that's now been converted into two homes. Plots 1-6 are now in the final stages of internal finishing, due to go on the market at the beginning of 2026, with pricing ranging from £200-300k resp

We have recently completed proposals to transform a standard, dated Cotswolds home on the outskirts of Cirencester, into a modern, Scandinavian inspired home with an open plan kitchen/dining area, conversion of the existing garage into a utility space, and vast amounts of light, flow and creativity packed into a unique design, enabling the property to stand out whilst maintaining the character of the area.

We had been instructed to complete the Planning & Construction Drawings for this new development for 5 high-end apartments in a desirable location within Newport, Wales, on behalf of a local developer. The site was not without it's challenges, from previous applications to navigate (including an omitted underground garage) to drainage complexities and Culverts providing some additional challenges.

This contemporary extension in the heart of Cheltenham sure is easy on the eye - combining complimentary materials, such as zinc cladding, dark framed windows on the existing brickwork is shaping up to be a lovely addition to this otherwise uninspiring home.

More pictures have arrived from our client who's handling the construction of their home themselves. Progress is looking fantastic with a custom balcony, with cladding and decking to suit!

Ground has broken on our latest project: "The Annexe", situated within the grounds of a lovely Grade II listed Thatched Roof cottage, the client wanted to replace their existing concrete framed garage to an ancilliary annexe for family members, whilst also retaining some storage space.

over the past year we've been working on this 11 plot new build development and refurbishment to a historic chapel in Chepstow.

This unique Dutch Barn style annexe/garage building initially started the planning phase way back in 2020! With several iterations and design, planning and conservation hurdles, we finally gained permission for this interesting mix of agricultural and contemporary features, crammed into an open, useful annexe and garage below.

We've recently submitted planning for this new dwelling in the heart of the Cotswolds.

A modern and eco-friendly building surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant wildflowers, showcasing the Bears Court Gym & Cafe under the...

Last year, we gained permission for a new contemporary style self-build property in the heart of Symonds Yat, Herefordshire. Our client...