Stanton
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SCHOOL OF NATURAL BUILDING COURSE
ANGLESEY
July 2022
The School of Natural Building are running a clay plastering course at Nyth Pren in August. Details are on their website if you are interested.
PLANNING GRANTED FOR EXTENSION
ANGLESEY
July 2022
Looking forward to starting the Building Regulation drawings for this single storey extension in Beaumaris.
RETROFIT
DENBIGHSHIRE
July 2022
Construction underway for the retrofit of Tan Yr Esgair, Rhuthun. Breathable woodfibre insulation wraps around the house and bead insulation is blown into the masonry cavity to improve the thermal envelope.
CONSTRUCTION ON SITE
ANGLESEY
June 2022
The building envelope at Gorffwysfa, is nearly complete. The ground floor blockwork walls are to be clad with local stone.
BARN CONSTRUCTION
STRAW BALE INSULATED SIPS
ANGLESEY
June 2022
This photo captures the straw bale insulated SIPs at Nyth Pren, before they are hidden by the larch cladding on the outside and lime render on the inside.
SKETCH DETAIL FOR NYTH PREN
ANGLESEY
May 2022
Sketch detail showing both the straw and wood fibre insulation used at Nyth Pren.
BARN CONSTRUCTION
BALA
May 2022
Timber frame barn construction is underway at Cae Wllf. Simon and Ruth are making great progress.
LLAIS ADERYN CABIN
ANGLESEY
May 2022
Site visit to see the almost complete Llais Aderyn Cabin. Looking forward to seeing the interior design take shape.
RENOVATION WORKS
BALA
May 2022
Renovation of the existing barn has just begun at Cae Wllf. The timber frame garage should arrive on site shortly and then works to the main house extension can begin.
MAY BANK HOLIDAY
LLANBERIS
May 2022
Great to start off the bank holiday with a paddle at Llyn Padarn.
TIMBER CLADDING BEING FIXED TO NYTH PREN
ANGLESEY
April 2022
Impressive progress made by this self builder at Nyth Pren. Timber cladding is being fixed over the wood fibre and straw bale insulated walls.
SEINTWAR TIMBER FRAME BUNGALOW COMPLETE
ANGLESEY
April 2022
This modular timber frame bungalow is complete and the clients have just moved in. We love the locally sourced timber, slate and stone chosen for Seintwar.
PENTRANS LANDSCAPING
LLANDONNA BEACH
April 2022
A new pond at Pentrans beach house and the landscaping works are underway.
TYN Y CAEAU COMPLETE
ANGLESEY
April 2022
The traditional timber frame construction at Tyn Y Caeau is complete and the garden is in full bloom.
TY FELIN STUDIO
GWYNEDD
March 2022
Section through the timber frame studio, as part of our building regulations drawing package.
CONCEPT SKETCHES
ANGLESEY
March 2022
Sketches allow us to take a break from the computer screen and analyse a project in a different way.
PRE-APPLICATION
BETWS-Y-COED
March 2022
When designing extensions to old houses, it can sometimes be worth getting advise from the local planning authority on early designs via a pre-app to improve the chances of a successful planning application.
PLANNING APPROVAL
TREARDDUR BAY
February 2022
Planning permission has been granted for Bryn Y Mor. We have added a side extension and a flat roof dormer which creates new vistas towards the beach.
FRIDAY FINISH ON THE BEACH
RHOSNEIGR
February 2022
Great to have the family join us for a stroll on the beach at the end of the week.
PLANNING APPROVAL
RHOSCOLYN
January 2022
Planning permission has been granted for Cae'r Wylan. We have added roof dormers which lead out onto a balcony, that wraps around the house. The new rear extension opens up the views towards the ocean. The garage also has a guest bedroom upstairs.
MEASURED SURVEYS
LLANDUDNO
January 2022
Catching the last sun rays after a day of measuring up a new exciting project in Llandudno.
PLANNING APPROVAL
PONT-RUG
January 2022
Planning permission has been granted for Ty Felin. We created a new office with a high vaulted ceiling and improved the access to the property.
FIRST SWIM OF THE YEAR
LLANBERIS
January 2022
We went for a wild swim in LLyn Padarn and boy was it cold. We made up for it will a warm meal afterwards. The year has started with a bang and we are excited about new the projects lining up.
DEMOLITION WORKS
MENAI BRIDGE
January 2022
Demolition works have started at Min Y Mor. Clearing the raised ground for the new extension.
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR
ANGLESEY
December 2021
Our office is closed from 23rd December to 4th January. Hoping you all have a good festive season.
PLANNING APPROVAL
NORTH WALES
December 2021
Tan Y Mynydd, Conwy, is a boutique manufacturing factory for well-being products, that has just been granted planning permission. Now there's a nice Christmas present!
CONSTRUCTION
ANGLESEY
December 2021
The beautiful stone wall is now complete at Seintwar. Just a some timber cladding to complete the front elevation.
TIMBER FRAME SIPS
BALA
December 2021
We are working with Welsh sawmill, Arfon Timber, who will provide Structurally Insulated Panels (SIPs), built in their workshop and assembled on site at Cae Wllf.
RIVER OF LIGHT
LIVERPOOL
November 2021
We loved visiting the River of Light festival in Liverpool.
LARCH CLADDING
ANGLESEY
November 2021
The external envelope is almost complete for our new build modular timber frame house Seintwar. The beautiful larch cladding will silver over time.
SWIMMING POOL SHELL
ANGLESEY
November 2021
The concrete pool shell has been poured at Maes Y Porth. This project will be undertaken in two phases. The first is to create an outdoor pool and in a few years the second will be to enclose it, so it can be swam in all year round.
BUILDING REGULATIONS
LLANDDONA
November 2021
Two storey extension to Gorffwysfa house, with Juliet balcony to take in views over Llanddona beach. A building contractor has been appointed and construction should begin shortly.
MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION
WELSHPOOL
October 2021
Wood Knowledge Wales organised a tour of Lowfield and PYC factories. It was great to better understand their processes and how they deliver housing projects.
CERTIFIED PASSIVE HOUSE DESIGNER
CERTIFIED
November 2021
We are really excited to share that Chris is now a Certified Passive House Designer. We can now offer this service for any of our design projects.
PLANNING SUBMISSION
ELLESMERE PORT
October 2021
This extension to The Green is a modular timber frame building that will be craned to site almost complete. Just the external finishes left to do.
CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS
CONSTRUCTION NEARS COMPLETION
CONSERVATION
ANGLESEY
October 2021
Designing in Anglesey and North Wales, a lot of our projects are in Areas of Outstanding Beauty and Conservation Areas and some buildings are Listed. Over the past few weeks Jonathan caught up on the latest legislation on the excellent RIBA Conservative course.
STRAW BALE CONSTRUCTION
ANGLESEY
November 2021
Aiming to be water tight before winter sets in at Nyth Pren. Funny thing is that if the straw bales are not sheathed fairly promptly and get wet, they will start to sprout new growth!
PRINCIPAL DESIGNER
CPD TRAINING
September 2021
You may not know... but all construction projects requiring more than one contractor must appoint a Principal Designer. A Principal Designer risk assesses the health and safety of everyone affected by the construction of a new building project, typically until the Principal Contractor takes on the project. Jonathan recently completed the RIBA training course and can to offer this service to all our clients.
PLANNING SUBMISSION
NORTH WALES
October 2021
Tan Y Mynydd, Conwy, is a boutique manufacturing factory for well-being products. We have added additional structure to the existing building and extended the footprint to include an office, staff facilities and conference room.
ENGINEERED TIMBER I-JOISTS ROOF CONSTRUCTION
ANGLESEY
September 2021
The roof structure is now being installed at our new build house Nyth Pren. The house will soon be water-tight in time for the coming winter months.
CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS
PENMON
October 2021
Construction is progressing well at Penlon. The views from this house are stunning.
PLANNING SUBMISSION
GWYNEDD
October 2021
A timber frame two storey extension to this beautiful traditional stone house, Hen Ddinas, Caernarfon.
STANTON HOUSE EXTENSION & RENOVATION COMPLETE
ANGLESEY
September 2021
The extension and renovation at house Stanton in Beaumaris is complete. Additional photos are available on the project page.
PLANNING SUBMISSION
GWYNEDD
October 2021
A modular off-site timber frame two storey new build house, Yr Hen Weithdy, Clwt Y Bont.
PLANNING APPROVAL
RUTHIN, NORTH WALES
September 2021
Great to get the green light on this extensive remodel at Tan Yr Esgair. The client has some excellent environmental aspirations for the retrofit elements. More details to follow....
ROOF TERRACE SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION
ANGLESEY
August 2021
We are currently doing technical drawings for Building Regulations for this single storey extension. The building is angled towards the evening sun. The terrace roof is the perfect place to chill at the end of a long day.
FRONDEG UCHAF HOUSE EXTENSION & RENOVATION NEARS COMPLETION
ANGLESEY
September 2021
The extension and renovation at house Frondeg Uchaf in Llanberis is a few weeks from completion. The juxtaposition of the old cold stonework and the new warm timber is stunning.
STRAW BALE MODULAR CONSTRUCTION
ANGLESEY
August 2021
The Ecococon straw bale panels are installed at our new build house Nyth Pren and the roof installation is about to start.
TIMBER FRAME MODULAR CONSTRUCTION
ANGLESEY
August 2021
The timber frame is almost complete for our new build house Seintwar and the slates are starting to go on the roof.
PLANNING APPROVAL
ANGLESEY
September 2021
Single storey garden room extension Plas Bodafon house has been given planning approval. We will begin technical drawings for Building Regulations shortly.
FRIDAY FUN
ANGLESEY
August 2021
It was fab to have my son visit us at the end of a working day for a surf in the sea.
CONSTRUCTION AT TY DU
ANGLESEY
August 2021
The external envelope is almost complete at Ty Du for the new extension. We love the little black steel link that defines the meeting of the old and new house.
BUILDING REGULATIONS
ANGLESEY
July 2021
Building regulation drawings prepared for timber clad garden office / garage, on sloped site on Mountain Road. Off to Structural Engineers for their structural design and specification.
SOCIAL MOBILITY FOUNDATION
ANGLESEY
July 2021
We are excited to be mentors with the Social Mobility Foundation, which gives sixth form students from disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to connect with businesses as they prepare for University.
PLANNING SUBMISSION
ANGLESEY
July 2021
Single storey garden room extension Plas Bodafon house submitted for planning approval.
STEELWORK AT TY CELYN
MODULAR TIMBER FRAME
BUILDING REGULATIONS
Menai Bridge
July 2021
We have now sent our technical drawings for Min Y Mor beach house to the Structural Engineer for their specification and calculations.
PLANNING APPROVED
MENAI BRIDGE
June 2021
Two storey extension and renovation to Min Y Mor beach house, to maximise views over the Menai Strait and increase the number of bedrooms. We are now preparing drawings for Building Regulations.
PLANNING APPROVED
LLANDDONA
June 2021
Two storey extension to Gorffwysfa house, to maximise views over Llanddona beach. We are now preparing drawings for Building Regulations.
PLANNING SUBMISSION
DERBY
July 2021
Single storey wrap around extension and loft conversion at Crich Avenue house submitted for planning approval.
GARDEN OFFICE
ANGLESEY
July 2021
Making a start on Llais Aderyn Cabin and what an evening to enjoy it.
SUBMITTED FOR PLANNING
SHROPSHIRE
June 2021
A new swimming pool, attached to Hammerhill grand country house, overlooking the Clee & Welsh hills. The pool is clad in Corten-Steel, a material to compliment the existing sandstone house, that weathers over time and creates a beautiful patina.
GROUNDWORKS
LLANFAES
June 2021
Blockwork at Seintwar set out to the timber soleplate design from Scotframe timber frame modular system.
PLANNING APPROVED
PENTRAETH
June 2021
Single storey extension to Fir Trees house uses locally sourced larch cladding. We have created a new garden room and dining room, complete with space for a grand piano. We are now preparing drawings for Building Regulations.
CLOSE TO COMPLETION
BEAUMARIS
May 2021
Extension and renovation at Stanton house, on the edge of the Menai Strait is almost complete. We are anticipating handover in July.
FUN or ESSENTIAL?
Rhosneigr
May 2021
Running a small business can be all consuming ... in both a great and challenging way. We started swimming on Friday after work because we love it. During lockdown we were unable to get out and we both noticed it was harder to switch off at the weekend and be present with family and friends. Now we realise it is both fun AND essential to our wellbeing. I wonder what strategies other people use ....
SUBMITTED FOR PLANNING
LLANDDONA
April 2021
Two storey extension to Gorffwysfa house, to maximise views over Llanddona beach.
GROUNDWORKS
LLANFAES
May 2021
Foundations going in at Seintwar in preparation for the delivery of Scotframe's timber frame modular system.
POST SITE VISIT DIP
LLANBERIS
April 2021
After the last site visit of the day, it would be rude not to make the most of the lake at Llanberis.
SUBMITTED FOR PLANNING
SUBMITTED FOR PLANNING
MENAI BRIDGE
April 2021
Extension and renovation to a house located on the edge of the Menai Strait, Min Y Mor.
PLANNING APPROVAL
GARDEN OFFICE
ANGLESEY
March 2021
Sketch of Llais Aderyn Cabin, complete with living room, kitchenette, bathroom and sleeping quarters.
SITE VISIT
LLANBERIS
April 2021
Render board fixed over timber frame and slate roof completed at Frondeg Uchaf.
SUBMITTED FOR PLANNING
POOL HOUSE
SHROPSHIRE
March 2021
After a successful pre-app for this pool house in a greenbelt area in Shropshire, we are looking forward to developing our concept sketch into a full design with our client.
INTERNAL FIT-OUT
RED WHARF BAY
March 2021
Pentrans beach house windows are in - although currently boarded to protect them during building works. The internal fit-out is on the way.
SITE VISIT
RED WHARF BAY
March 2021
Wilbur joining us on a day of site visits, catching up on the progress of our projects. Lucky the last project is right on the beach!
PLANNING APPROVAL
PENMON
February 2021
We just received planning approval for a cool little artist's cabin, along with renovations to the existing house at Penlon.
TIMBER FRAME CONSTRUCTION
LLANBERIS
March 2021
The timber frame is near completion at Frondeg Uchaf. Next the contractor will wrap insulation, OSB sheathing board and water proof membranes around the building.
PLANNING APPROVAL
MOSSLEY HILL
February 2021
Wrap-around single storey extension to a 1930s semi-detached house in Liverpool. Varley will be built with a beautiful handmade textured white brick.
INTERIOR STRIPPED OUT
BETHESDA
January 2021
The interior has been stripped out, ready for refurbishment at Llanethdy Gwyn, The Cheese Factory.
CONSTRUCTION STARTED
INTERIOR DESIGN
CAERHUN
January 2021
Sketch of staircase with integrated storage at Hen Shop.
WATER TIGHT
RED WHARF BAY
December 2020
Pentrans beach house roof is on and the underfloor heating is being installed.
BUILDING REGULATIONS
LLANFAES
January 2021
We're starting building regulation drawings for Seintwar new build house. The order for Scotframe timber frame modular system has been placed and we are expecting delivery in April.
GROUND WORKS
RHOSCEFNHIR
December 2020
Nyth Pren new build ground works have started on site.
WATER TIGHT
LIVERPOOL
November 2020
Cleveley 2 storey extension in Aigburth is now water tight. Just the external render and internal fit out to go. Hoping to be near completion by Christmas.
ZERO CARBON ASSESSMENT
London
November 2020
Looking forward to testing this new Whole Life Carbon Assessment Tool from Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios on our up-coming projects.
WEXHAM BREAKS GROUND
EVERGREEN BUILDING DESIGN IS NOW EVERGREEN ARCHITECTS!
GAERWEN
October 2020
It's an exciting day at the office, as we celebrate transitioning from a design company to an architect practice. It is a higher level of accreditation, which is great for us and for our clients.
STANTON CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY
BEAUMARIS
October 2020
Stanton renovation is well on the way. A full fit-out, external works and a new link between the buildings. This holiday let is going to be stunning, with the Menai Straits right at the bottom of the path.
BEAUPAVILION DINING PODS
BEAUMARIS
October 2020
Beaupavilions are our response to the Covid-19 pandemic. We are looking to develop an idea for outdoor sheltered dining to support existing hospitality businesses, as well as generate new small businesses in Anglesey.
AUTUMN SWIM
CABLE BAY
October 2020
A chill swim at Cable Bay to end the week. Kudos to those swimmers without a wetsuit.
CONSTRUCTION
LLANDDONA BEACH
September 2020
Pentrans is a 4 bedroom new build overlooking the Menai Straits. Roof and dormer window structure is going up.
PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED
NEWBOROUGH
July 2020
Gallt Y Rhedyn 2 storey extension in the beautiful surroundings of Newborough Forest.
BUSINESS MEETING
GERLAN
July 2020
Nothing better that a walk to open your mind to ideas for business development and responding to the virus pandemic.
CONSTRUCTION STARTED
LLANDDONA BEACH
July 2020
Pentrans 4 bedroom new build overlooking the Menai Straits. First floor build and second floor on the way.
BREAKING GROUND
PENTRAETH
June 2020
On site with EWP engineers to check ground conditions at Ty Nodwydd and happily it's all good news.
PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED
TRADITIONAL TIMBER FRAME
PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED
RHOSNEIGR
May 2020
Rivendell 2 storey timber extension with feature slate spine wall. Insulated with sustainable wood fibre to Passive House standards.
PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED
LLANBERIS
May 2020
Frondeg Uchaf 2 storey timber frame extension with traditional timber frame. Insulated with sustainable wood fibre to Passive House standards.
JONATHAN COX PROMOTED TO DIRECTOR
GAERWEN
April 2020
Jon joins Chris as director at Evergreen.
PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED
CAIM
April 2020
Tyn Y Caeau traditional timber frame extension.
PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED
RHOSCOLYN
March 2020
Ty Du is a 4 bedroom house extended to 8 bedrooms and refurbished throughout.
JONATHAN COX JOINS AS PROJECT ARCHITECT
LIVERPOOL
March 2020
Jon studied at University with Chris. He moves from a sub-contractor role to a full-time member of staff and will focus on the technical delivery of the business.
RIBA COMPETITION
RUNCORN
February 2020
Our entry for an RIBA competition for 'a vision of the future', with sustainability at its heart ... of course.
RIBA COMPETITION
The concept is inspired by Greta Thunberg, who said 'The climate crisis has already been solved. We already have the facts and solutions. All we have to do is wake up and change'.
LIGHT NIGHT
LIVERPOOL
November 2019
An art festival of like around Liverpool city centre.
BONFIRE NIGHT
BEAUMARIS
November 2019
The perfect evening for a bonfire and fireworks at Beaumaris.
TAKING A BREAK
CABLE BAY
September 2019
Stretching our legs at lunchtime.
PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED
LLANDDONA BEACH
August 2019
Building regulations have also been approved at Pentrans and the client is starting to lay the foundations on site.
BARN FEAST
BEAUMARIS
August 2019
A gathering of friends, family and neighbours enjoying good food and music.
PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED
PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED
PENMON
June 2019
Penlon timber clad rear extension complete with hot-tub overlooking the Menai Strait.
PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED
WOOKEY HOLE
May 2018
Paddock house is a new build 4 bedroom eco-house using the latest sustainable materials.
PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED
RHOSCEFNHIR
March 2018
Nyth Pren is now being submitted for Building Regulations. It will be super-eco-insulated with straw bales.