A barn can provide the perfect shell in creating your home. These large and often very solid structures give the opportunity to create a house with big expanses of space and high ceilings. And by retaining the original form and structure, it adds character, history and charm to your otherwise modern home. 1. Where can […]
As time goes on, many of us are becoming more environmentally conscious. Being eco-friendly not only helps you contribute to a sustainable environment, it can also save you money. Here are nine ways you can make your home a more eco-friendly place. 1. Install a smart meter Your heating is one of the biggest ways […]
Building your own home is likely to be the largest expenditure of your life, but it doesn’t need to be prohibitively expensive. Many self-builders have managed to build a home that meets their needs for under £150,000. But in order to bring your dream to life on a tight budget, you need to make some […]
There is a current trend in adding a splash of colour to a room to give it some brightness. Here are just a few ideas to give you inspiration on how you can do so: A feature wall Paint one wall of a room a different colour to all of the other walls, ideally in […]
Do you find that you’ve been adapting well during lockdown? At NJ Architects, our team have had daily updates via Zoom calls and in some ways, have been working even more productively. Here is how some of our team members have been getting on at home through the lockdown. Ian’s custom-made desk Ian Rowland, our […]
A lot of people are using this lockdown period to take care of all those domestic jobs they don’t usually have time for. Gardens have never looked so good, and DIY to do lists are all complete. So, what next? The love we have for our homes is going to grow more for some time […]
“Do I need planning permission for this?” One of the common questions we’re asked by homeowners. This article lists 13 projects you can undertake without needing approval from the planners. If you want to build a huge extension or knock down a rebuild, then you will need planning permission before you can begin. But there […]
During these uncertain and challenging times, NJ Architects are fully continuing business in a responsive and flexible way. We are still offering the same level of service that you expect. We’ve adapted our working practices making the most of the media platforms available to us and we continue to help you use this time to […]
Architecture has always been a form of art perfected by few, yet appreciated by many. Building and designing a structure requires more than just imagination, but also ingenuity and craftsmanship. Below are some of the most beautiful buildings around the world. Have you had the pleasure of visiting any of these places? Lotus Temple, New […]
