Building projects that change the external appearance of a house will often require permission from the local authority, but this is not always the case. Some projects can be carried out under “permitted development rights”, which allow home owners to build certain typ...

Nicholson Nairn Architects were invited to prepare a design for an extension to the rear of an impressive semi-detached stone dwelling in Whickham. The extension was to provide an orangery and utility room at ground floor and bedroom / en-suite to the first floor.

A pre...

Works are progressing well with a new build detached house in scenic Rothbury, with the scaffolding being removed this week following the fitting of the windows and the completion of the roofing and external render.

This house takes full advantage of the dramatic views...

Another self-build nearing completion.

Nicholson Nairn have been involved in the design and construction of a large dwelling in Medburn, which is now looking pretty impressive.