Image of The Cowshed that is nominated for an RIBA award
A copper-roofed addition and new outbuilding complement the material palette of this historic farmstead in Warwickshire, creating a characterful family home.
Image of The Cowshed that is nominated for an RIBA award
OXFORD ARCHITECTS & INTERIOR DESIGNERS
Design Storey is an award-winning architectural and interior design studio known for homes, heritage and lifestyle projects​
We design beautiful homes by repurposing old buildings, or creating new ones, to enhance our client’s everyday lives. The studio works on a range of projects throughout Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds from creative transformations of listed buildings to contemporary one-off houses.
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Based in historic Oxford, our designs are inspired by experiences working in both London and Vancouver, as well as the picturesque landscape of the Cotswolds. Our approach to design is contextual and holistic, where the disciplines of architecture, interiors & landscape design are brought together under one roof, to create a complete design story.
APPROACH
Every project has its own design story
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We enjoy closely collaborating with, and getting to know, our clients learning about their needs and aspirations, but also what makes them tick. Although we don’t have a ‘house style’, we use guiding principles and a rigorous design process to create consistency in our approach:​​​
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EXPERTISE
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Our expertise ranges from meticulous designs for one-off bespoke homes to the sensitive conversion of listed buildings through to the successful delivery of the interiors of flagship destinations. During our 12 years in practice, we have developed expertise in: ​
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Homes
Lifestyle
Interiors
Masterplanning
Heritage
Project Management
DESIGN PROCESS​​​​
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Over the years we have been in practice we have honed our design process. Applying our knowledge from other practices and past experiences we have created a process to make the design more accessible for clients. This tailored approach ensures the more time that is spent exploring the client’s requirements.​​
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Our design process process starts with an introductory meeting on site or in our studio where we explore your initial ideas and talk you though our bespoke design process and services.
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TEAM
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Design storey was founded 12 years ago by Lydia Robinson & Lawrence Grigg who are partners in life and in practice. Starting their careers in London, both went on to work abroad for leading international design led studios before returning to the UK to establish Design Storey. Lydia & Lawrence are supported by a small team of talented architects and interior designers, from a range of backgrounds, based in Beaumont Street, Oxford.
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We work with leading consultants, from structural engineers to ecologists, that are all recognised experts in their field. These collaborators are cherry-picked by us, to ensure we can assemble the best design team for our clients.
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AWARDS & PUBLICATIONS
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Our approach has been recognised by the practice being recipient of several prestigious awards both regional and national.
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SELECTED AWARDS​
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The Cowshed - Winner
AJ Retrofit Awards
The Cowshed - Finalist
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SBID Awards
LUXE Fitness, City Centre - Finalist
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SBID Awards
The Cotswolds Retreat - Finalist
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IAD Awards
The Cotswolds Retreat - Finalist
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Listed and Modern Awards
The Cowshed - Commended Finalist
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RIBA Awards
The Cowshed - Regional Finalist
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Constructing Excellence
LUXE Fitness, Bedminster - Winner
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RIBA Awards
The Miner’s Cottages - Winner
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RIBA Awards
The Miner’s Cottages
Conservation Award - Winner
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SELECTED PUBLICATIONS
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Enki Magazine: Vol 62
The Cowshed
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Listed & Modern
The Coach House
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Listed & Modern
The Cowshed
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The Times
Mabel’s Farmhouse
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The Telegraph
The Miner's Cottages
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