Journal

Understanding the Cost of House Extensions in the UK
Blue House, Brancaster State, North Norfolk What are the primary factors that influence the cost of a house extension in the UK? The primary factors are: the type of contractor you decide to use, location, overall level of specification and the amount of remedial work to the existing building. The

Retrofit & Reuse Awards 2025 Finalists!
The AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards celebrate architectural excellence in the renewal and repurposing of existing buildings. The awards cover 16 categories, with an emphasis on the reuse of materials and structure. We are so proud that our Blue House project has been shortlisted for the Architects journal Retrofit and

Future You Podcast
Studio 163 was recently invited by Future You and Prospects to record a Podcast and speak about the profession and how to become an Architect. We had a lot of fun talking and reminiscing, go to the links below to give it a listen! Spotify Youtube

A kitchen for light, landscape and living: Studio 163’s Blue House
This month, Naked kitchens interviewed us to discuss our collaboration at Blue House, on the North Norfolk coastline in Brancaster Staithe. We are speaking about kitchen design but also about our design philosophy and approach. Read the article here

Top 20 House Extension Ideas to Transform Your Home
Everyone wants more space however it’s really important to consider how an extension can really benefit your home. Each house is different in it’s own way and the existing layout of the home will have a bearing on what kind of extension would suit it best. We answered few questions

In conversation with Inglis Hall
This week, we have been chatting with kitchen designers Inglis Hall about how to create the perfect kitchen and about our collaboration in Kentish Town, London. Read more