Studio Knight Stokoe crafts resilient, regenerative landscapes that harmonise society and nature. With empathic, beautiful design, we work dynamically and collaboratively to shape living, breathing places that nurture ecological revival and enrich people’s everyday experiences.
The government’s target of delivering 1.5 million new homes by 2030 demands a multi-pronged approach, bold policy changes, and a rethinking of urban housing.
New towns take 15–20 years to develop due to infrastructure demands—far too slow to meet urgent housing needs. Meanwhile, constructing 1.5 million homes using current mass housebuilding methods would generate 75 million tonnes of CO₂e—equivalent to planting 2 million hectares of forest (the size of Wales) and waiting 50 years for absorption.
To accelerate delivery and reduce carbon impact, we propose unlocking 127 million sq ft of underused commercial space in city centres nationwide, converting it into high-quality homes and communities. Expanding Permitted Development rights would create 200,000+ affordable homes—three times faster than traditional new builds, with a 50–75% lower carbon footprint.
Our multidisciplinary team of architects, developers, planners, engineers, and landscape architects proposes an enhanced Permitted Development framework, Permitted Development + introducing pre-approved interventions to improve placemaking, sustainability, and housing quality.
The new policy would include wide ranging public benefits, including allowing partial demolition at ground floor to create new public routes and permeability at ground level, as well as extensions to the façade to provide external amenity spaces, to name a few.
A flexible, offsite manufactured ‘kit of parts’ could create jobs, support circular economy principles, and allow buildings to evolve with communities. This model enables the rapid transformation of existing structures into vibrant, sustainable homes while ensuring adaptability for the future.
By codifying these interventions, we can cut planning delays, revitalise cities, and deliver dignified, sustainable homes at speed and scale
Elephant in the City are Morris+Company, Hub, Stantec / Hydrock, DP9, and Studio Knight Stokoe
Learn MoreThe government’s target of delivering 1.5 million new homes by 2030 demands a multi-pronged approach, bold policy changes, and a rethinking of urban housing.
New towns take 15–20 years to develop due to infrastructure demands—far too slow to meet urgent housing needs. Meanwhile, constructing 1.5 million homes using current mass housebuilding methods would generate 75 million tonnes of CO₂e—equivalent to planting 2 million hectares of forest (the size of Wales) and waiting 50 years for absorption.
To accelerate delivery and reduce carbon impact, we propose unlocking 127 million sq ft of underused commercial space in city centres nationwide, converting it into high-quality homes and communities. Expanding Permitted Development rights would create 200,000+ affordable homes—three times faster than traditional new builds, with a 50–75% lower carbon footprint.
Our multidisciplinary team of architects, developers, planners, engineers, and landscape architects proposes an enhanced Permitted Development framework, Permitted Development + introducing pre-approved interventions to improve placemaking, sustainability, and housing quality.
The new policy would include wide ranging public benefits, including allowing partial demolition at ground floor to create new public routes and permeability at ground level, as well as extensions to the façade to provide external amenity spaces, to name a few.
A flexible, offsite manufactured ‘kit of parts’ could create jobs, support circular economy principles, and allow buildings to evolve with communities. This model enables the rapid transformation of existing structures into vibrant, sustainable homes while ensuring adaptability for the future.
By codifying these interventions, we can cut planning delays, revitalise cities, and deliver dignified, sustainable homes at speed and scale
Elephant in the City are Morris+Company, Hub, Stantec / Hydrock, DP9, and Studio Knight Stokoe
Learn MoreWe're very happy to share a first look at the new Andover theatre.
Designed for Test Valley Borough Council, the 1,000-seat state-of-the-art theatre scheme, landscape, and public realm, reconnect the High Street to Andover’s waterfront greenspaces, Town Mills Park and the future Western Avenue Park. The design proposals present an inspiring new venue offering a host of contemporary facilities. Set across three floors, it will house a multitude of spaces for the community to enjoy.
The proposals are now available to view at www.thinkandovertowncentre.co.uk and will be on display in the Lights arena and former O2 unit inside the Chantry Centre.
The council will submit an application to build the new theatre in May 2025, with a view to beginning construction in 2026. Audiences can then look forward to the new venue openings its doors in 2027.
We're very happy to share a first look at the new Andover theatre.
Designed for Test Valley Borough Council, the 1,000-seat state-of-the-art theatre scheme, landscape, and public realm, reconnect the High Street to Andover’s waterfront greenspaces, Town Mills Park and the future Western Avenue Park. The design proposals present an inspiring new venue offering a host of contemporary facilities. Set across three floors, it will house a multitude of spaces for the community to enjoy.
The proposals are now available to view at www.thinkandovertowncentre.co.uk and will be on display in the Lights arena and former O2 unit inside the Chantry Centre.
The council will submit an application to build the new theatre in May 2025, with a view to beginning construction in 2026. Audiences can then look forward to the new venue openings its doors in 2027.
The retrofit and regeneration of Plant, Basingstoke, formerly known as Mountbatten House and considered one of the 15 most important listed modern buildings in Britain, has been completed.
The building was originally designed in 1973 by Peter Foggo and Arup Associates Group 2 with pre-eminent garden designer, James Russell, for paper manufacturers Wiggins Teape. First christened Gateway House, the vast stepped complex comprises six levels of commercial workspace blanketed in tiered roof gardens and terraces. The gardens and building were both separately listed by English Heritage in 2015 for their design excellence and significance within British modernist architecture and horticulture.
Plant marks a major regional asset for economic development in Hampshire, offering over 19,515 square metres of category A and B multi-let office and amenity space. Client William Laxton of Mactaggart Family & Partners was instantly drawn to the scheme on account of the original Peter Foggo design fundamentals and the abundance of terracing, making it a singularly unique building.
Twelve Architects and Studio Knight Stokoe have worked closely with the client, Mactaggart Family & Partners, developer Longstock Capital, contractor, CField Construction to complete the Grant Associates and Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios design, to deliver and reinstate the buildings’ original pioneering design intent; to blend nature, wellbeing and the workplace seamlessly. In aspiring to the highest sustainability ratings across BREEAM 'Outstanding’ and WELL Platinum certifications, Plant again pioneers a new commitment to the environment and occupant that sets a remarkable standard for future commercial workplace developments.
Prominent architectural interventions include a redesigned and expanded building entrance and reception area, enhancing the arrival experience and establishing a stronger visual connection to the verdant refurbished gardens. Double-height spaces have been formed to create vertical connections between floors, increasing the sense of openness and drawing more natural light into the plan. A striking helical staircase marks an impressive, welcoming entrance area for building users.
More recent suspended ceilings and finishes have been removed to reveal Plant’s distinctive coffered slab structure and cruciform columns, preserving the building’s unique architectural character. The original curtain wall system has been carefully refurbished, improving the building’s thermal performance and ensuring its longevity. The mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems have been fully upgraded to enhance operational efficiency and future-proof the building, contributing to its pending ‘Outstanding’ BREEAM certification.
Additional new facilities, including a cafe, gym, shower and changing rooms, secure cycle storage, and a multi-purpose function space have been incorporated to meet the needs of modern tenants.
A key driver of the project was to greatly improve access to the gardens and roof terraces, with new level access from all storeys allowing greater use and enjoyment of the much-loved and affectionately termed ‘hanging gardens of Basingstoke’. Through extensive research conducted in archives at the University of York - including Russell’s handwritten planting lists - the listed landscape has been adapted to be climate resilient and importantly, regenerative. In-depth analysis of the historic planting palettes was undertaken, replacing species poorly suited to exposed rooftop conditions, prioritising species that are better suited to their environment, and which foster biodiversity enhancements by helping pollinators and foragers to thrive.
Over 22,500 new plants have been introduced, along with 86 new trees to complement those already on the site. With no raised planters across the gardens, adapting the planting required close collaboration between the landscape architects, structural engineers, and soil specialists, ensuring even loading across the multi-level structure. The renewed planting design draws inspiration from the original design vision for the gardens; to be informal, elaborate, romantic, overflowing, and tumbling.
Much of the existing hardscaping has been restored, with every original paving element across the garden levels recorded and catalogued, temporarily removed through construction, and then replaced in-situ. A deteriorating pond has been replaced in the cloistered Level 2 courtyard with a sculpted contemporary water feature, honouring the original form of the pond, and helping to bring new sensory experience into the space. The revitalised gardens enhance biodiversity and create inclusive, engaging spaces for both occupants and visitors. Winding pathways and new seating areas invite exploration, offering opportunities for relaxation, socialisation, and quiet reflection.
A widely regarded exemplar of British modernism and commercial horticulture, Plant now begins its new life as a regional hub for growth, providing the right environment for occupants and nature to thrive.
Planning approval and listed building consent was obtained by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios who subsequently monitored planning and listed building issues through construction. Twelve Architects completed stages 4-6 of the architectural design, including design variations under approval of conditions.
Grant Associates designed the landscape to stage 4, and obtained planning approval and listed consent in 2019, before moving to a client monitoring role through construction. Studio Knight Stokoe obtained planning and listed building consent for an amended landscape scheme in 2024, based upon the principles established in the Grant Associates design, and completed the amended detailed design.
The retrofit and regeneration of Plant, Basingstoke, formerly known as Mountbatten House and considered one of the 15 most important listed modern buildings in Britain, has been completed.
The building was originally designed in 1973 by Peter Foggo and Arup Associates Group 2 with pre-eminent garden designer, James Russell, for paper manufacturers Wiggins Teape. First christened Gateway House, the vast stepped complex comprises six levels of commercial workspace blanketed in tiered roof gardens and terraces. The gardens and building were both separately listed by English Heritage in 2015 for their design excellence and significance within British modernist architecture and horticulture.
Plant marks a major regional asset for economic development in Hampshire, offering over 19,515 square metres of category A and B multi-let office and amenity space. Client William Laxton of Mactaggart Family & Partners was instantly drawn to the scheme on account of the original Peter Foggo design fundamentals and the abundance of terracing, making it a singularly unique building.
Twelve Architects and Studio Knight Stokoe have worked closely with the client, Mactaggart Family & Partners, developer Longstock Capital, contractor, CField Construction to complete the Grant Associates and Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios design, to deliver and reinstate the buildings’ original pioneering design intent; to blend nature, wellbeing and the workplace seamlessly. In aspiring to the highest sustainability ratings across BREEAM 'Outstanding’ and WELL Platinum certifications, Plant again pioneers a new commitment to the environment and occupant that sets a remarkable standard for future commercial workplace developments.
Prominent architectural interventions include a redesigned and expanded building entrance and reception area, enhancing the arrival experience and establishing a stronger visual connection to the verdant refurbished gardens. Double-height spaces have been formed to create vertical connections between floors, increasing the sense of openness and drawing more natural light into the plan. A striking helical staircase marks an impressive, welcoming entrance area for building users.
More recent suspended ceilings and finishes have been removed to reveal Plant’s distinctive coffered slab structure and cruciform columns, preserving the building’s unique architectural character. The original curtain wall system has been carefully refurbished, improving the building’s thermal performance and ensuring its longevity. The mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems have been fully upgraded to enhance operational efficiency and future-proof the building, contributing to its pending ‘Outstanding’ BREEAM certification.
Additional new facilities, including a cafe, gym, shower and changing rooms, secure cycle storage, and a multi-purpose function space have been incorporated to meet the needs of modern tenants.
A key driver of the project was to greatly improve access to the gardens and roof terraces, with new level access from all storeys allowing greater use and enjoyment of the much-loved and affectionately termed ‘hanging gardens of Basingstoke’. Through extensive research conducted in archives at the University of York - including Russell’s handwritten planting lists - the listed landscape has been adapted to be climate resilient and importantly, regenerative. In-depth analysis of the historic planting palettes was undertaken, replacing species poorly suited to exposed rooftop conditions, prioritising species that are better suited to their environment, and which foster biodiversity enhancements by helping pollinators and foragers to thrive.
Over 22,500 new plants have been introduced, along with 86 new trees to complement those already on the site. With no raised planters across the gardens, adapting the planting required close collaboration between the landscape architects, structural engineers, and soil specialists, ensuring even loading across the multi-level structure. The renewed planting design draws inspiration from the original design vision for the gardens; to be informal, elaborate, romantic, overflowing, and tumbling.
Much of the existing hardscaping has been restored, with every original paving element across the garden levels recorded and catalogued, temporarily removed through construction, and then replaced in-situ. A deteriorating pond has been replaced in the cloistered Level 2 courtyard with a sculpted contemporary water feature, honouring the original form of the pond, and helping to bring new sensory experience into the space. The revitalised gardens enhance biodiversity and create inclusive, engaging spaces for both occupants and visitors. Winding pathways and new seating areas invite exploration, offering opportunities for relaxation, socialisation, and quiet reflection.
A widely regarded exemplar of British modernism and commercial horticulture, Plant now begins its new life as a regional hub for growth, providing the right environment for occupants and nature to thrive.
Planning approval and listed building consent was obtained by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios who subsequently monitored planning and listed building issues through construction. Twelve Architects completed stages 4-6 of the architectural design, including design variations under approval of conditions.
Grant Associates designed the landscape to stage 4, and obtained planning approval and listed consent in 2019, before moving to a client monitoring role through construction. Studio Knight Stokoe obtained planning and listed building consent for an amended landscape scheme in 2024, based upon the principles established in the Grant Associates design, and completed the amended detailed design.
A big thank you to Rowan Moore for the fantastic Observer Magazine feature on our completed retrofit project, Plant in Basingstoke. It was a pleasure to tour the building and gardens with Rowan late last year. We are delighted to see this unique project finished and to share this first look at its transformation with you.
Together, Studio Knight Stokoe and Twelve Architects & Masterplanners have worked closely with the client, Mactaggart Family & Partners and Longstock Capital to refine and deliver initial designs by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios (FCBStudios) and Grant Associates, reinstating the building’s original pioneering design intent to blend nature, well-being and the workplace seamlessly.
Formerly known as Mountbatten House, the building is considered one of Britain's most important modern listed buildings. The building was originally designed in 1973 by Arup, with pre-eminent garden designer, James Russell. The vast, stepped complex comprises six levels of commercial workspace blanketed in tiered roof gardens and terraces. The gardens and building were both separately Grade II Listed for their design excellence and significance within British modernist architecture and horticulture.
A widely regarded exemplar of British modernism and commercial horticulture, Plant now begins its new life as a regional hub for growth, providing an environment for occupants and nature to thrive.
Follow the link below to read the article.
A big thank you to Rowan Moore for the fantastic Observer Magazine feature on our completed retrofit project, Plant in Basingstoke. It was a pleasure to tour the building and gardens with Rowan late last year. We are delighted to see this unique project finished and to share this first look at its transformation with you.
Together, Studio Knight Stokoe and Twelve Architects & Masterplanners have worked closely with the client, Mactaggart Family & Partners and Longstock Capital to refine and deliver initial designs by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios (FCBStudios) and Grant Associates, reinstating the building’s original pioneering design intent to blend nature, well-being and the workplace seamlessly.
Formerly known as Mountbatten House, the building is considered one of Britain's most important modern listed buildings. The building was originally designed in 1973 by Arup, with pre-eminent garden designer, James Russell. The vast, stepped complex comprises six levels of commercial workspace blanketed in tiered roof gardens and terraces. The gardens and building were both separately Grade II Listed for their design excellence and significance within British modernist architecture and horticulture.
A widely regarded exemplar of British modernism and commercial horticulture, Plant now begins its new life as a regional hub for growth, providing an environment for occupants and nature to thrive.
Follow the link below to read the article.
We're thrilled to be featured in Wallpaper* magazine's Next Generation issue!
Our Co-founding Director, Martin Knight, had a fantastic wide-ranging conversation with Ellie Stathaki about our journey as a new landscape architecture practice, becoming a Certified B Corp, our involvement in the inaugural Regenerative Architecture Index, how we approach sustainable and regenerative design, and our latest project, Plant in Basingstoke. Head to Wallpaper* to read more.
We're thrilled to be featured in Wallpaper* magazine's Next Generation issue!
Our Co-founding Director, Martin Knight, had a fantastic wide-ranging conversation with Ellie Stathaki about our journey as a new landscape architecture practice, becoming a Certified B Corp, our involvement in the inaugural Regenerative Architecture Index, how we approach sustainable and regenerative design, and our latest project, Plant in Basingstoke. Head to Wallpaper* to read more.
We're delighted to continue collaborating with Mactaggart Family & Partners and Longstock Capital, this time on Canon's House, a Grade II-listed landmark on Bristol's Harbourside.
Our landscape scheme draws inspiration from the historic Canon's Marsh, creating vibrant public spaces along the harbour and private courtyards and rooftop gardens for the building occupants. These spaces will provide invaluable connections with nature and help positively respond to climate change and biodiversity loss.
Targeting BREEAM Outstanding with significant Biodiversity Net Gain, this transformational project will enhance Bristol's iconic waterfront and provide unique Grade A office space and amenities for the local area.
Canon's HouseWe're proud to support the Better Business Act, a campaign to transform the way we do business by changing the law so that every single company in the UK, whether big or small, takes ownership of its social and environmental impact.
Thousands of businesses have already signed up to create a cleaner, greener, fairer future for all. Together, we will ask for the government’s leadership to help deliver this new contract between business and society.
Learn MoreWe're thrilled to be considered 'Runners-up' and 'Ones to watch' in the inaugural Regenerative Architecture Index, established by UK Architects Declare and Architecture Today. We’re in great company, with some incredible groups involved.
A really fantastic initiative to be involved with, working with others to ensure positive impacts at practice and project levels, for now and for the future, with a focus on three core principles:
1. Being a good ancestor
2. Co-evolving with nature
3. Creating a just space for people
We're thrilled to be considered 'Runners-up' and 'Ones to watch' in the inaugural Regenerative Architecture Index, established by UK Architects Declare and Architecture Today. We’re in great company, with some incredible groups involved.
A really fantastic initiative to be involved with, working with others to ensure positive impacts at practice and project levels, for now and for the future, with a focus on three core principles:
1. Being a good ancestor
2. Co-evolving with nature
3. Creating a just space for people
Made to celebrate the opening of Plant on 19 September 2024.
Studio Knight Stokoe worked with our clients, Mactaggart Family & Partners and Longstock Capital, to curate a booklet celebrating the gardens of Plant.
Illustrations by Michael Paul Lewis.
Historic Photos courtesy of Martin Charles / RIBA Collections.
Learn MoreMade to celebrate the opening of Plant on 19 September 2024.
Studio Knight Stokoe worked with our clients, Mactaggart Family & Partners and Longstock Capital, to curate a booklet celebrating the gardens of Plant.
Illustrations by Michael Paul Lewis.
Historic Photos courtesy of Martin Charles / RIBA Collections.
Learn MoreWe're delighted to share that we're part of the winning team for this exciting new theatre and cultural hub at the heart of Andover.
We're looking forward to working with Burrell Foley Fischer LLP, Integral Engineering Design, Ward Williams , E3 Consulting Engineers, Charcoalblue and Test Valley Borough Council, as well as with local stakeholders, to develop designs that contribute to the regeneration of the historic town centre and provide a contemporary building, with complementary outdoor spaces, for The Lights (theatre) to expand its cultural and community offer.
A planning application is expected later this year, with demolition and construction starting in 2025, ahead of completion in 2026, and opening in early 2027.
We're delighted to share that we're part of the winning team for this exciting new theatre and cultural hub at the heart of Andover.
We're looking forward to working with Burrell Foley Fischer LLP, Integral Engineering Design, Ward Williams , E3 Consulting Engineers, Charcoalblue and Test Valley Borough Council, as well as with local stakeholders, to develop designs that contribute to the regeneration of the historic town centre and provide a contemporary building, with complementary outdoor spaces, for The Lights (theatre) to expand its cultural and community offer.
A planning application is expected later this year, with demolition and construction starting in 2025, ahead of completion in 2026, and opening in early 2027.
Commonly referred to in the West as burnt timber and as shou sugi ban (焼杉板).
Materials shape our world.
Craft brings ideas to life.
Character makes things unforgettable.
And when we combine today's design with traditional skills and techniques? Something quite special can happen.
We care about these aspects of design because they're at the heart of what we do: helping to turn plain objects into pieces that are tactile, memorable, and which speak to people.
Furniture design and craft by Chris Nangle.
Unsealed, the finish will be subject to natural weathering, and eventually, the bronze will develop a unique and characterful Verdigris patina.
We love materials that age with character and tell stories of use and time. Each piece celebrates individuality, eschewing uniformity for a character that captivates and endures, creating spaces and objects that resonate on a deeply human level.
Unsealed, the finish will be subject to natural weathering, and eventually, the bronze will develop a unique and characterful Verdigris patina.
We love materials that age with character and tell stories of use and time. Each piece celebrates individuality, eschewing uniformity for a character that captivates and endures, creating spaces and objects that resonate on a deeply human level.
We’re delighted to share that Studio Knight Stokoe is now a Certified B Corporation®. This is a major milestone for us as a practice, which we’ve been working towards since we started the company a year and a half ago. This is just the start of the journey, and we’re excited to see where it will lead.
As a Certified B Corp™, we’re demonstrating that we’re a company that meets high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. B Corps™ are also legally committed to bringing benefit not just to shareholders, but all business stakeholders — workers, customers, communities, and the environment.
Through resilient, regenerative, and empathic design, we aspire to ensure that our studio and work act as a force for good.
Learn MoreA view across the Level 3 gardens.
Image credit: Martin Charles / RIBA Collections
A thought leadership piece by Claire co-authored with the wonderful Wendy Perring, Founder and Design Director of PAD Studio.
Learn MoreA thought leadership piece by Claire co-authored with the wonderful Wendy Perring, Founder and Design Director of PAD Studio.
Learn MoreEstablishing principles around the core themes of land use, legacy, nature, and identity.
Establishing principles around the core themes of land use, legacy, nature, and identity.
We're delighted to share our first Annual Impact Report.
As a responsible, accountable, and transparent business, we believe it's in the interests of our stakeholders for us to share important updates and metrics on our practice, including our Key Performance Indicators, Societal and Environmental Impact, Studio Sustainability, Charity and Pro-bono Services, Stakeholder Feedback, and our Financial Performance.
Learn MoreWe’re thrilled to share that we’ve been appointed to lead the landscape design for the delivery of Plant (formerly Mountbatten House), affectionately known as the ‘Hanging Gardens of Basingstoke’.
The iconic building and landscape are being updated to become a gold-standard modern office space targeting top-grade certifications of BREEAM Outstanding and International WELL Building Institute Platinum.
Plant was designed by Peter Foggo of Arup Associates’ Group 2, with the gardens designed by noted landscape designer and horticulturist James Russell. The project was completed in 1976. The terraced landscape gardens are the first example of their kind ever built in the UK. Both the building and landscape became Grade II Listed in 2015 for their uniqueness in the building design and the terraced, cascading roof gardens. It is regularly cited as one of the UK's 15 most important modern listed buildings.
The project is led by Longstock Capital and Mactaggart Family & Partners, with a professional team including Circle Development, C-Field Construction, Twelve Architects, Studio Knight Stokoe, Skelly & Couch, Scotch Partners, Whitby Wood, and Quod.
Completion is on target for July 2024.
Learn MoreWe’re thrilled to share that we’ve been appointed to lead the landscape design for the delivery of Plant (formerly Mountbatten House), affectionately known as the ‘Hanging Gardens of Basingstoke’.
The iconic building and landscape are being updated to become a gold-standard modern office space targeting top-grade certifications of BREEAM Outstanding and International WELL Building Institute Platinum.
Plant was designed by Peter Foggo of Arup Associates’ Group 2, with the gardens designed by noted landscape designer and horticulturist James Russell. The project was completed in 1976. The terraced landscape gardens are the first example of their kind ever built in the UK. Both the building and landscape became Grade II Listed in 2015 for their uniqueness in the building design and the terraced, cascading roof gardens. It is regularly cited as one of the UK's 15 most important modern listed buildings.
The project is led by Longstock Capital and Mactaggart Family & Partners, with a professional team including Circle Development, C-Field Construction, Twelve Architects, Studio Knight Stokoe, Skelly & Couch, Scotch Partners, Whitby Wood, and Quod.
Completion is on target for July 2024.
Learn MoreOur proposal for the Novers Hill site in South Bristol.
A low-energy neighbourhood of 58 beautiful homes providing a Gentle Density centred around Co-living and stewardship, complemented by WeCanMake serviced plots.
Set amongst a rich and ecologically diverse, climate adaptive landscape that enhances the existing condition. Streets and public spaces promote and facilitate a safe, active, healthy lifestyle for residents and visitors.
Studio Knight Stokoe and Mitchell Eley Gould Architects were one of five shortlisted teams for a competition by Goram Homes and Bristol Housing Festival, with a brief to design a sustainable new neighbourhood for 50+ homes.
Our proposal for the Novers Hill site in South Bristol.
A low-energy neighbourhood of 58 beautiful homes providing a Gentle Density centred around Co-living and stewardship, complemented by WeCanMake serviced plots.
Set amongst a rich and ecologically diverse, climate adaptive landscape that enhances the existing condition. Streets and public spaces promote and facilitate a safe, active, healthy lifestyle for residents and visitors.
Studio Knight Stokoe and Mitchell Eley Gould Architects were one of five shortlisted teams for a competition by Goram Homes and Bristol Housing Festival, with a brief to design a sustainable new neighbourhood for 50+ homes.
We're delighted to have been shortlisted alongside our collaborators, Mitchell Eley Gould Architects, for the Novers Hill design competition in Bristol.
Perched atop the Western Slopes in Knowle West, we aim to grow a place founded on the core principles of neighbourhood, biodiversity enhancement, and community stewardship. We are delighted to take the next steps to work with the local community and create something rather special and very much, of the slopes.
Learn MoreWe're pleased to share that Martin has been appointed as a Panel Member for Design West. Martin will undertake this role alongside his role as an Expert Associate with the Design Council, and his full-time position as Co-founding Director at Studio Knight Stokoe.
Martin is looking forward to collaborating with the Design West team, fellow panelists, clients, and stakeholders in the near future.
We've had a busy start to the year, working on a number of projects and competitions, whilst Martin has also continued his work with the Design Council. We're looking forward to sharing more news soon.
We would like to wish all of our clients, friends, and collaborators a Happy Christmas and New Year.
The studio will be closed for the holidays from Friday 23rd December and will be reopening on Tuesday 3rd January.
We are working on a private garden for clients in the southwest of England. The gardens have become tired over time, are high maintenance, and struggle with the environmental challenges brought about by climate change.
In keeping with our approach to sustainability, we’re focussing on retaining the best elements of the gardens, including a mature apple tree, that is likely bordering on 100+ years of age. We’ll seek to retain and re-use any waste from the re-design and construction and re-incorporate these elements creatively through the construction of the gardens.
Martin has been an Expert Associate for the Design Council since 2021. In his latest role, he will be supporting the charity as a member of an Expert Panel that has been created, comprised of a wide range of design experts, assisting a number of user groups across the UK. We’re hoping to be able to share more information soon. See below for more information on the Design Council Expert Network.
Learn MoreWhen we were setting up the studio, we decided it was essential for us to consider not just the impact our designs would have on society and the environment, but also the way in which we do business and operate the company. That’s why we’re working towards B-Corp certification.
B-Corp companies meet the highest standards of social and environmental impact. We’re working towards being one of what is currently a small number of landscape architecture and urban design practices to achieve Certified B Corporation® status.
B Corp™ is a global standard, the certification process has helped define how we have established our practice and how the practice will continue to evolve over time. Becoming a B-Corp means that how we operate our business and the work we do is impact-focused. In essence, we practice what we preach and strive for our work to have a positive impact on both society and the environment.
Learn MoreWhen we were setting up the studio, we decided it was essential for us to consider not just the impact our designs would have on society and the environment, but also the way in which we do business and operate the company. That’s why we’re working towards B-Corp certification.
B-Corp companies meet the highest standards of social and environmental impact. We’re working towards being one of what is currently a small number of landscape architecture and urban design practices to achieve Certified B Corporation® status.
B Corp™ is a global standard, the certification process has helped define how we have established our practice and how the practice will continue to evolve over time. Becoming a B-Corp means that how we operate our business and the work we do is impact-focused. In essence, we practice what we preach and strive for our work to have a positive impact on both society and the environment.
Learn MoreThe twin crises of climate heating and mass biodiversity loss are the most serious issues of our time. We’re committed to working collectively with other like-minded clients and construction industry professionals to play our part in helping to address these challenges, both at the project and practice levels.
Our contribution to nature, the environment, and society is just the start of the journey and is the baseline for all our projects. It’s important to us to stay true to our values and design philosophy. We care passionately about how good design can effect positive change in the lives of people, nature, and society.
As every place has its own local vernacular, geographical, material, and social history; we use that as a starting point to create a truly unique design.
Services:
Landscape architecture; urban design; master planning; planting design; garden design; strategic landscape design; research, analysis and testing; creative ecological design
It’s important to us that we help support local and global initiatives to address the societal and environmental challenges the world faces. This is the first step in our commitment to helping address these challenges through our charity work.
As an emerging design studio, our reach and the positive impact of our work are currently felt less globally. By joining 1% For the Planet, we’re able to extend our reach and create positive change at both local and global scales from day one.
Learn MoreIt’s important to us that we help support local and global initiatives to address the societal and environmental challenges the world faces. This is the first step in our commitment to helping address these challenges through our charity work.
As an emerging design studio, our reach and the positive impact of our work are currently felt less globally. By joining 1% For the Planet, we’re able to extend our reach and create positive change at both local and global scales from day one.
Learn More