Insulating Period Windows
A staggering 38% of British homes were built prior to World War II, with well over 9 million homes built before 1900. With the average...
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- Dec 20, 2021
Fired up for Christmas - the evolution of the fireplace
Whatever method of heating you chose for your home, as the winter draws in, it is impossible to ignore the lure of a real fire. The...
- Oct 27, 2021
Witches, Carpenters & Masons – what’s in a mark?
As the Halloween season is now upon us with pumpkin knives being frantically sharpened, a wander around your local heritage site, church...
- Sep 14, 2021
Lime Plaster – a quick guide for building owners
From the simplest of shelters to the grandest of palaces it's natural to endeavour to protect one's home, both inside and out, with...
- Aug 3, 2021
Permitted Development in Somerset, North Somerset & Bristol: Guidance
The majority of homes in the Somerset & North Somerset Districts have Permitted Development (PD) Planning Rights, and this means that...
- Jun 3, 2021
Inspiration Through Design: Somerset Architectural Practice
- our design process As experienced designers, we recognise that every project has its own unique requirements and we adapt our service...
- Jun 2, 2021
HIRING - Part 1 architect vacancy
We're hiring! Our architectural practice is seeking a Part 1 architect / architectural assistant to assist with a growing portfolio of...
- May 2, 2021
Architectural Branding: ArchiWest's tale
Brand identity is a delicate craft, so we worked closely with our graphic design partner to come up with something meaningful that tied...
- Apr 22, 2021
Balancing Heritage with Sustainability: World earth day
We are BIG advocates for making better use of what we have. A recent article by Historic England is very appropriate for World earth day;...
- Mar 31, 2021
Spring is in the air.. Practice news
01.04.21 Spring is more than in the air now, its finally here! People are skipping the TV after work and heading outside for fun, easy...
- Mar 23, 2021
The ArchiWest team 2021
The driving vision behind ARCHIWEST is our passion to improve existing unique buildings, through conversion, alteration and extension....
- Feb 16, 2021
VACANCY - Office administrator
Our expanding architectural practice requires an office administrator to assist with the day to day duties. This varied & dual role will...
- Jan 16, 2021
Next Gen Sustainable Building Materials
Mushroom insulation? Chipboard made from potatoes? We take a quick look at some of the sustainable materials with the potential to...
- Jan 9, 2021
7 home design trends in 2021 & beyond
With social restrictions limiting self-expression in recent months, we have noticed people turning to their homes as the place for...
- Dec 24, 2020
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
2020 - despite being an unprecedented year for all, we have been fortunate enough to have worked on some fantastic projects; from home...
- May 31, 2020
Hot mix lime mortars: ArchiWest Heritage Design in Somerset
On a busy conservation site in Somerset last year, putty limes and hydraulic lime mortars were the topic of conversation, and a spin off...
- Apr 25, 2020
Lawful development: Quick Guide
The majority of homes in the Somerset & North Somerset Districts have Permitted Development (PD) Planning Rights, and this means that...
- Apr 4, 2020
Changing Landscape: Somerset Design Consultations
CHANGING LANDSCAPE: as a small business continuing to provide architectural service through this lock down, we've adapted our approach to...
- Mar 16, 2020
AW - March newsletter
MARCH 2020 - PLANNING PRE-APP'S & CORVID-19 This month we have been particularly busy with pre-application advice submissions for listed...
- Jan 31, 2020
ON SITE: Glass house project
Work starts on site in earnest for a prestigious project to a listed collection of buildings in central Somerset. The scheme includes a...
- Jan 31, 2020
APPROVED: January planning schemes granted
January 2020 has been a great month for planning decisions with 3 pre-xmas domestic schemes granted! We look forward to progressing to...
- Dec 20, 2019
New Somerset Design Studio Opening
2019 has been a great year for ArchiWest, working on some really interesting projects from a converted mill to a listed farmhouse,...
- Sep 20, 2019
How Tech Is Enhancing the Surveying Profession
Future of the Profession - How Technology Is Enhancing the Surveying Profession - an interesting overview from the RICS on the emerging...
- Sep 8, 2019
Hot mix lime
On a busy conservation site in Bristol last year, putty limes and hydraulic lime mortars were the topic of conversation, and a spin off...