The Base of Every Great Building: Why Foundations Matter
Here are a few great photographs of our team installing the foundations on a project in the Derbyshire Dales. The accuracy and care that has
Category: Renovation
Ancient and Modern – A Mindful Approach to Historic Building Renovation (Part 2)
Continuing our look at how Oakenstone Design Planning Build are combining natural materials with modern processes to rescue this important historical building. In line with
Ancient and Modern – A Mindful Approach to Historic Building Renovation
Oakenstone Design Planning Build employs the perfect blend of solutions in this incredible Listed Building. Incorporating sustainable practices alongside traditional materials in this extensive renovation
IN THE BLEAK MIDWINTER..
Whether it’s a fantastic loft conversion near Matlock, creating truly modern living space in a traditional bungalow; or an ambitious extension adding light and glamour
A STEP CLOSER TO HYDRO-ELECRICITY AT CROMFORD MILL
It has been an exciting morning at Cromford Mill today as the restored Water Turbine, which will provide hydro-electric power to the mill, was lifted
Sustainable Renovation of a Listed Farmhouse in the Derbyshire Dales
Listed buildings are historic structures, recognised for their architectural or cultural significance. Every listed building is placed on a national register and, quite rightly, fiercely
DRASTIC MEASURES
A young family living in a house on the verge of collapse. OakenStone’s mission – to give them back their home. Listed buildings can be
Low Carbon Heating for an Isolated Rural Home
Finding the most appropriate solution to a building’s energy requirements, balancing upfront costs, running costs, practicality and site suitability is an increasingly complex challenge. New
Mechanical Ventilation and Heat Recovery
Mechanical Ventilation and Heat Recovery (MVHR) is a ventilation system which extracts moist, stale air from your home’s bathrooms and kitchen areas, and replaces it