BUILD Architecture Awards 2023 70 Steven is a Certified Passive House Designer, positioning the firm at the forefront of sustainable design. With a particular interest in zero-carbon buildings and Passivhaus design, the firm educates clients about the importance of incorporating sustainable choices into the design process. Looking ahead, Abode has chosen to maintain a deliberately small team, with plans to keep the practice within the range of three to five staff members. This decision allows them to provide each client with a personal and bespoke experience. When clients meet with Connor, Gemma, or Declan during the initial consultation, they can expect to work closely with the same architect throughout the project, fostering strong working relationships and trust. Moreover, the firm is implementing a four-day workweek for its team, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Recognising the value of personal time and pursuits beyond work, Abode aims to prioritise the wellbeing of its team members. As the architectural industry evolves, Abode Architects remains committed to delivering exceptional designs and outstanding client experiences. By staying true to the team’s passion for sustainable, bespoke homes and investing in personalisation, the firm is poised to shape the future of home design in Scotland and beyond. Company: Abode Architects Email: [email protected] Web Address: www.abode-architects.co.uk Telephone: 01698 451 295 bode Architects (Abode) is a distinguished architectural design firm specialising in sustainable, bespoke house extensions, new homes, and renovations nationwide. With a small, dedicated team of four individuals, the firm prides itself on delivering exceptional client experiences and making the design process simple and easy to understand. As the name “Abode” suggests, the firm’s primary focus revolves around projects related to the concept of home. Whether creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces or designing innovative living environments, Abode approaches each project with a deep understanding of its clients’ unique needs and aspirations. Internally, the team understands that most clients are homeowners undertaking a project for the first time and often will only undertake a project once again. That makes it vitally important to design a client experience that goes beyond providing them with drawings and seeing them on their way. So instead, each project manager spends a great deal of time with each client to ensure they are 100% happy and understand their design before progressing to the next stage. The firm’s latest project showcases its staffs’ ability to tackle complex and challenging endeavours. One such project involves removing a sandstone house’s entire ground floor corner to create a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. The design incorporates a frameless glass corner that cantilevers at the roof level, seamlessly allowing the space to merge with the garden. Collaboration with structural engineers and contractors has been paramount to ensure meticulous attention to detail and successful execution. While Abode takes pride in its ongoing projects, it also acknowledges the industry’s challenges. Delays in planning approvals and increasing construction costs have become prevalent concerns. As a result, the firm has adapted the design processes to prioritise an early understanding of construction costs. By involving quantity surveyors and preferred contractors from the outset, they provide clients with accurate cost information and foster creativity in crafting solutions that align with the client’s vision. Abode recognises the urgency of addressing the climate emergency. Managing director and lead architect, Connor Best New Build Architecture Practice 2023 – Scotland Adobe Architects is redefining the architecture industry. Through innovation, it is delivering on home design projects with passion and personalisation never seen before. We discover what makes the company thrive and how the team aims to achieve its mission and goals. A May23032
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