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Notes on design and building
Practical guides from the studio on planning, materials, lighting and budgets.
Planning
Oct 20, 2026
How to read a floor plan before you approve it
Five checks that catch most layout mistakes while they are still lines on paper.
Materials
Oct 06, 2026
Choosing stone for a home that will be lived in
Marble, limestone, granite and quartzite behave very differently once the kitchen is in use.
Lighting
Sep 23, 2026
Lighting layers: why one ceiling light is never enough
Good rooms use three layers of light at different heights, each on its own switch.
Budget
Sep 11, 2026
Where an interior budget actually goes
Joinery, services and finishes take most of the money. Decor takes the least.
Office
Aug 28, 2026
Small offices that do not feel small
Layout, light and storage matter more than square footage in a compact workplace.
Living
Aug 14, 2026
Designing for three generations under one roof
Privacy, step-free movement and a shared kitchen decide whether a joint home works.