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Re-use and regenerate.  In a year of supply shortages, our approach to this heritage project has been perfectly timed.

Brick Award Commendation received for Penrose Mews for Stolon’s ingenious use of glazed and unglazed brick commons.

Arun Councillors voted to grant planning for a mixed-use regeneration scheme on the edge of the River Arun, in Littlehampton at the end of 2021.  

COP26 – are we heating up now?

A flood resilient building is one that can recover from a flood quickly and at minimal cost and disruption. This means that the building is designed to withstand the structural and material damage of flood water; and it is designed such that it can be easily cleaned and dried out to remove pollution and damp such that it can be reoccupied. 

An amphibious building, or can-float building, is one that is designed to float in the event of a flood, but to rest on solid foundations at other times.  This unusual hybrid building typology has an express purpose to protect the property from flooding by floating when water levels rise.

So unexpected to see Barn House makes the cover of Grand Designs Magazine. It was a total surprise as we didn't even realise it was due to feature in the magazine.

Stolon Studio transforms neglected back-land site in south London with a cinematic two-storey house.

Jay Merrick reflects on the role of shared spaces in modern #housing, with 'London learns to live with itself'.

Stolon Studio provide low profile and low impact homes as a solution to complex and unused backland site in Greenwich

Local Councillors commend Stolon Studio's proposals for a new build community of six zero-carbon homes in south London.

Our first feature in the illustrious Blueprint Magazine - Rusty House, written by Veronica Simpson.

'Southwark Council and LHC have revealed an extraordinary line-up of 110 teams selected for a ground-breaking new £10.5 million architectural services framework.

Stolon Studio picked up three RIBA Awards for Barn House. Here's what the judges said...

One of the benefits to have come out of the UK lockdown has been the flourishing sense of community experienced by many.

At present, Planning Authorities do not have to consider fire safety of a building and its occupants when assessing a planning application.

Over the past few months it has come to the forefront, the value of family and friends - the relationship we have and the people we share our lives with.

We are delighted to announce that Stolon Studio Director, Robert Barker has joined the esteemed list of RIBA Fellows. It is a true honour for his work to have been recognised in this way.

25% of the London Boroughs are expected to provide around 50% (45-62%) of the entire housing target on small sites.

"There is nothing more detrimental to mental health and well being than fear – fear of not being safe in your home."

Often the efforts we make as parents go unnoticed, hidden away in our homes and played out in gardens, playgrounds, and days out with the family. Similarly unnoticed is the wonderful industry in our schools, colleges, and nurseries. It is often said ‘teaching is a marathon not a sprint’. The quiet rewards are the enjoyment of ‘making a difference’.

Today is International Women’s Day. I’m a woman, I run a business, I’m an architect – all things I could apparently shout about today. But today is different.

Many coastal communities are wrestling with the financial burden of coastal erosion and/or the need to increase flood defences.