As a small dynamic practice either Laurence, Paul or Dominic will personally design and lead your project. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative partnership with you, ensuring open communication throughout the design process. Whether via phone, email, message, WhatsApp, or another platform, we adapt our methods and frequency to suit your preference.

We're passionate about residential design and believe in an "inside-out" approach, where layout drives architecture to create lifestyle-enhancing solutions for you and your family. We invest the time to understand your vision, preferences, and project objectives. This deep understanding allows us to develop a design brief that inspires, excites, and surpasses your expectations.

Our personalised solutions are an extension of you. Through thoughtful architecture and design, your home becomes a reflection of your unique story. Our partners' extensive experience and hands-on approach remove worry and risk, allowing you to truly enjoy the design journey. We are fundamentally results-driven, combining our love for beautiful architecture with a focus on securing planning consents and delivering buildable, economical solutions.

We offer a comprehensive range of architectural support, adaptable to your project's needs. From initial site feasibility studies through the planning phase, to construction drawings and specifications, and on site support through to project completion, we can guide you through every step. As a full-service practice, we're equipped to handle all aspects of your project. However, we understand that each project is unique, and we're happy to tailor our services to your specific requirements.

Further details of our practice’s services and capabilities are described within the Services section of our website.

Whilst the majority of our work is located in the rural landscapes of southern England, we relish the opportunity to design across the UK and internationally. No matter the location, we embrace the unique challenges and possibilities each environment presents.

We specialise in crafting exceptional houses and homes within the prime and super-prime residential markets, from luxury renovations and modernisation schemes to sprawling country estates. Typically our projects have a construction value upwards of £500,000.

The cost of building a bespoke new home is influenced by hundreds of unique factors, making it difficult to provide generic advice. However, to assist with initial budgeting, our designs typically start at around £3,500 per square meter.

Please keep in mind that this is a starting point. The final cost can be impacted by various elements, including:

• Site and Location

• Design Complexity

• Material Specifications

• Procurement Method

• Construction Schedule

In addition to the base build cost, the following should also be factored in:

• Fit-out items: Built-in furniture, window treatments, loose furniture, technology, etc.

• Landscaping

• Professional fees

Open communication throughout the design process is crucial to ensure your project aligns with your vision and budget. We will work collaboratively with you to manage expectations and create a cost and project plan that reflects your priorities.

We believe in upfront clarity and client value. That's why we offer fixed fee pricing with a lump sum upfront, ensuring there are no hidden costs. Unless specifically requested, we avoid percentage-based fees as this can conflict with our drive to source appropriate cost-effective solutions for our clients.

Our fees vary depending on the size, complexity of your project, and the scope of services we provide. Every project is unique, but for your reference, based on our experience, our full-service fees (encompassing design, technical drawings, and construction phases) typically range between 6% and 10% of the total build cost. Projects with a streamlined design and construction process may fall towards the lower end of this range, while those with extensive customisation and specialist coordination may be closer to 10%.

We are always happy to discuss your project in detail and provide a tailored fee proposal that reflects your specific needs.

Project duration depends on the scope, scale, complexity and procurement method. We understand that time is often a driving factor and have experience delivering turnkey new build projects on a fast track basis from initial consultation to handover within as little as 18 months.

We can normally deliver a design up to and including planning consent in 6-9 months.

To prepare technical drawings, specifications and coordinate with other consultants and specialists usually takes 4-8 months.

To tender the project and choose a contractor typically takes 2-3 months.

The construction period varies between 12 and 36 months with most of our projects requiring 18 months to complete the construction phase. We produce a programme at the start of the project and continually update this throughout the process.

Many of our clients approach us with a property they already own, and we have extensive experience transforming or replacing existing houses into dream homes. However, if you haven't yet found the perfect location, we can still help.

We understand that some clients may be seeking a development or self-build opportunity and that finding the right site and opportunity is a challenge. Our established network of trusted buying agents and land agents can assist you in finding a suitable plot that aligns with your vision and requirements.

If you're interested in exploring development or self-build possibilities, please don't hesitate to contact us at hello@codearchitects.co.uk. We'd be happy to discuss your needs and explore the best path forward.

At CODE., we believe the journey of crafting your dream home should be an inspiring and enjoyable experience. We prioritise a partner-led design and delivery approach, ensuring you work closely with the Partner who will guide your vision from concept to completion.

Personal service: It’s important your architect invests the time to truly understand your vision, becoming not just your architects, but also your design partners.

Collaborative spirit: Open communication and a collaborative spirit are fundamentals to a successful architect-client relationship. It is important that your architect listens to your aspirations, and then translates your needs into inspired design solutions.

A Fun and Rewarding Process: The design and construction process can be a long journey, often lasting several years, and your choice of architect should be influenced by their ability to lead a positive design experience.

At CODE. we understand that every client has unique needs and preferences and, whilst we strive to always create a positive experience, we acknowledge that we won’t be the right for everyone. It’s important to find the architectural partner who perfectly aligns with your vision and personality because ultimately, a successful project hinges on a strong and trusting relationship.

If you're looking for a collaborative design experience with a focus on luxury and tailored design solutions, then we might be the perfect fit.