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By Christophe
TAS Architects, with the help of planning consultants Planning Direct, has successfully gained outline planning permission at appeal for two new self-build family houses in Suffolk. We’re particularly pleased with the decision as it followed an appeal process and highlights opportunities for well considered, self-build new homes in rural settings. The proposal The...
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By Christophe
On site in Suffolk – the conversion of an existing barn in the curtilage of a Grade II Listed house, to provide annexe accommodation for the client’s parent. Following repairs to the historic timber frame, a new oak structural frame has been installed to support the new mezzanine floor. New conservation style rooflights have been installed for natural...
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By Paul
This is a win we’re particularly proud of: Long Barn has won a RIBA East Award 2026! We’re still enjoying the excitement of being announced the regional winner, and are proud of the judges comments. Julian de Metz, East Jury Chair, said of TAS Architects’ design: “The result is a carefully crafted, low-impact dwelling that demonstrates how...
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By Lizzie
On site in Suffolk – the conversion of an existing barn in the curtilage of a Grade II Listed house, to provide annexe accommodation for the client’s parent. Following repairs to the historic timber frame, a new oak structural frame has been installed to support the new mezzanine floor. New conservation style rooflights have been installed for natural...
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By Paul
The TAS team is excited to have submitted a planning proposal for a new community building at King Edward Memorial Park in Tower Hamlets, London. The new hub will provide a cafe, changing rooms and two flexible community spaces to serve the tennis courts, padel courts, a new football pitch and a large childrens park. A design for the community Our design is centred...
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By Lizzie
On site in Suffolk – the conversion of an existing barn in the curtilage of a Grade II Listed house, to provide annexe accommodation for the client’s parent. Progress is being made with repairs to the historic timber frame, which will be left exposed on the inside of the building. The frame is being retained as much as possible, with localised replacement...
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By Lizzie
On site in Suffolk – the conversion of an existing barn in the curtilage of a Grade II Listed house, to provide annexe accommodation for the client’s parent. The building is a mix of original timber frame with black timber cladding, and later brickwork additions. When complete it will provide step-free accommodation on the ground floor, with a bedroom,...
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By Paul
We are delighted that Long Barn has been shortlisted in the RIBA East Awards 2026! This new single storey timber-framed home was driven by sustainability, accessibility, and the clients’ love of their garden. There are some fantastic projects on the shortlist, and it’s an honour to be included. Check out the rest of the shortlist here:...
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By Lizzie
This year we’re excited to have joined the Suffolk Design Collective. This community, orchestrated by local authorities, is committed to shaping better places across Suffolk and brings together a whole host of professionals. The group follows on from the success of the Suffolk Design Festival in 2025. Christophe and Lizzie went to several talks on subjects as...
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By Lizzie
In May, Christophe and Lizzie went to the Suffolk Design Festival, an event exploring the theme of placemaking and design. The day was organised by Suffolk Design, a collaboration between all local authorities and county councils in Suffolk. The day included presentations from different perspectives across the industry. Speakers included representatives from local...
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By Christophe
We’ve gained planning approval in a Suffolk AONB for a project to return a run-down, multi-dwelling property back to its original use as a single family home. The house lies within the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The regeneration project called on all our experience designing within AONBs and sensitive areas. The result is a...
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By Paul
We’re delighted to announce that our project Long Barn has won the award for Best Timber Frame Home at the Build It Awards 2024. The frame was manufactured by Timber Innovations, who we have worked with on several projects. There are many benefits to designing a home with a timber frame. One of the key considerations is that the frame can be manufactured off-site,...
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