Case Studies

How do you know if you have enough loft insulation?

27/02/2024, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


For many people their loft is a mystery, a dark place that is difficult to access, so they never go…

Sandy explains a bit about Permitted Development Rights

12/09/2023, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


As part of my quest to make my new house warm and cosy, I had my chimney stacks taken down….

#FeatureFocus – High-tech external shading

26/06/2023, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


“What I like about external louvres is the fact that they deflect or absorb over 90% of the sun’s energy…

#FeatureFocus Picasso in the airing cupboard

26/04/2023, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


“I like this photograph partly because it looks like a cubist piece of artwork,” says Sandy Can you see the…

#FeatureFocus – BGV Thermo Blocks

14/11/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


Spotted by Sandy at Batimat Paris (the construction trade show) she says that they remind her of childhood Lego bricks….

How much energy does it take to heat your home – Can I afford to heat my home (and eat cake)?

17/10/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


I love a gadget that can give me useful information, so I was very excited to see a smart meter…

Problems with condensation on your windows

10/10/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


Today is the coldest day since I moved into my house. It’s a 1961 self-built bungalow, It’s October and there…

Stretch for Stratford: 6 Reasons Why Moving to Stratford-Upon-Avon is Worth the Cost

22/08/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


A small market town of only 30,000 residents in the county of Warwickshire, Stratford boasts many attractions and its position…

Feature Focus: Futuristic Visual Appeal

16/05/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


“This crazy image has been taking up some of my thoughts this week. It was quite a revelation – literally….

Are You Ready to Move to Kenilworth?

05/05/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


You may have had enough of that urban lifestyle and be ready to favour a move to somewhere a bit…

5 Reasons to Move to Ryton-on-Dunsmore

21/03/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


If you’re considering moving to Ryton-on-Dunsmore, there are plenty of reasons why this place could be a great new home…

Leamington Architect remembers Shrubland Street School

15/02/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


I wanted to write something about a piece of architecture in my area. But what?  One of my colleagues has BedZED…

Architectural ramblings around Stratford-upon-Avon: The Swan Theatre

07/02/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


The Swan Theatre is owned by The Royal Shakespeare Company and sits next to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, on the…

Architectural ramblings around Stratford-upon-Avon: The Royal Shakespeare Theatre

07/02/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


Stratford-upon-Avon, famous for its ties to William Shakespeare and the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, holds an incredible amount of beautiful architecture…

Leamington Spa: Around the Pump Rooms

07/02/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


Both the Leamington Royal Pump Rooms and the Royal Pump Room Gardens have been through various renovations for different reasons,…

Architectural ramblings around Stratford-upon-Avon: Interesting Building Extensions

07/02/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


As you may know, Stratford-upon-Avon has endless amazing buildings, whether they date back to the thirteenth century or last year….

Do I have to replace my boiler when I add an extension?

28/01/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


If you are having construction work done on your property, it is the perfect time to reassess the services in…

Warwick Architect takes a trip to Stratford-Upon-Avon

06/01/2022, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


Cox’s Yard is located on the Riverside next to Clopton Bridge. The site was originally used as a timber yard….

Would a Move to Wolston Be Good for Your Family?

21/06/2021, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


If you’re looking for a place to raise a family, an idyllic town to retire in, or simply the best…

Why is Coventry a Great Place to Live?

21/06/2021, by Sandy Hickey, 0 comments


Why is Coventry such a great place to live? There are many reasons, but we’ll give you some of the…

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