The Journal
Thoughts on interiors, renovation and the details that shape a home over time. We share projects, materials, craftsmanship and practical design guidance from our work across the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire and beyond.
Interior Designer or Architect: Who Do You Need for a Cotswolds Renovation?
Do you need an architect, an interior designer or both for a Cotswolds renovation? We look at where their roles differ, where they overlap and why early collaboration can make a substantial renovation work more smoothly.
Renovating a Listed House in the Cotswolds: What to Consider
Renovating a listed house requires a careful balance between protecting its character and making it work for contemporary life. We look at consent, layouts, original features, materials and the decisions worth making early.
How to Modernise a Period Cotswolds Home Without Losing Its Character
How do you make an old house work beautifully for contemporary life without losing what made it special? We look at preserving character, introducing new elements and choosing materials that sit naturally alongside historic fabric.