✦ RIBA Chartered Practice ★ 4.9/5 on Trustpilot · 412 reviews
A research-led architecture practice

The study of better homes.

Ref. No. 001 London · Bristol · Edinburgh

We design homes informed by research into how people actually live — not how architects think they should. Every project begins with observation, ends with evidence, and is shaped by the lives within it.

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5 stars
4.9/5 — 412 clients
House project
Featured · 2025
The Garden House, Bath
Ref. 042 · 285m² · RIBA Regional Award
Interior
Interior · 2025
The Courtyard, Cotswolds
Ref. 038 · 420m² · Completed
New Build✦ Extensions✦ Renovations✦ Listed Buildings✦ Interiors✦ Landscape✦ Research✦
New Build✦ Extensions✦ Renovations✦ Listed Buildings✦ Interiors✦ Landscape✦ Research✦
01 — Our Research

Homes designed
from evidence,
not assumption.

Before we draw a single line, we study how you live. The morning routines, the evening rhythms, the way light moves through your day. Our research informs every decision — from the orientation of a window to the height of a worktop.

Research 01

Behavioural Study

We spend time in your existing home. Observing how spaces are used, where light falls, what works and what doesn't. No questionnaire can replace this.

Avg. 3 site visits before design
Research 02

Environmental Analysis

Sun path studies, wind patterns, views, neighbours, noise. We map the site's conditions so the house works with its context, not against it.

Passivehaus-informed approach
Research 03

Post-Occupancy

Twelve months after completion, we return. We measure energy use, talk to you about what works, and feed findings back into future projects. Learning never stops.

140+ post-occupancy studies
02 — Selected Projects

Fourteen years
of making.

A selection from our 140+ completed projects. Each one began with research, each one shaped by the people who live in it.

Project
Ref. 042 · RIBA Award

The Garden House

Bath, Somerset · New build · 285m²

A family home designed around the rhythms of three generations. Research-led orientation maximises winter sun; deep overhangs shade summer rooms.

92%
Lower energy use
vs. equivalent home
Project
Ref. 038

The Courtyard

Cotswolds · Renovation · 420m²

Project
Ref. 035

The Light Well

Edinburgh · Extension · 85m²

Project
Ref. 029 · Listed

The Stable Yard

Norfolk · Conversion · 195m²

Project
Ref. 024

The Terrace House

Bristol · Interior · 140m²

View all 140+ projects
03 — Our Method

Five principles.
Applied to
every project.

These aren't slogans. They're the commitments we make to every client, on every project, regardless of size or budget.

01

Listen first.

Before we sketch anything, we spend time understanding how you live. Your routines, your hopes, the way you want to feel at home. The best design begins with the best questions.

02

Design for light.

Natural light is the single most important element of a good home. We study sun paths, model shadows, and design every room to receive the light it needs at the times you need it.

03

Build to last.

We specify materials that age well, construction that endures, and details that won't need replacing in ten years. A home should be built for generations, not trends.

04

Mind the carbon.

Every project is assessed for embodied and operational carbon. We specify low-carbon materials, maximise insulation, and design for minimal energy use — because good architecture is responsible architecture.

05

Stay involved.

We don't hand over drawings and disappear. We visit site regularly, answer questions as they arise, and return a year after completion to see how the home is really performing.

04 — Client Testimony

What our clients
actually say.

5 stars
4.9/5

Based on 412 verified reviews

★★★★★

"What set Homeology apart was how much time they spent understanding us before designing anything. The house they created doesn't just look beautiful — it works. Every room feels considered. We've never been happier at home."

JH
James & Helena
New build · Bath · 2024
★★★★★

"We'd been burned by architects before. Homeology were different — transparent about costs, honest about what would and wouldn't work, and genuinely interested in how we lived. Our extension is the best thing we've ever done."

SP
Sarah & Peter
Extension · Bristol · 2023
★★★★★

"Renovating a listed building is terrifying. Homeology guided us through every stage with patience and expertise. The result respects the history of the building while making it a proper home. Couldn't recommend them more highly."

DM
Dr. Margaret O.
Listed renovation · Norfolk · 2024
4.9
Average rating
★★★★★
412 reviews
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05 — From the Journal

Writing about
homes & living.

All writing →
Article
Essay · 12 min read · Published Sept 2025

Why we stopped designing open-plan homes

After a decade of open-plan, our post-occupancy research told us something surprising. A reflection on how evidence changed our practice.

Article
Research note · 8 min read · Published July 2025

The north light question: a study of 40 kitchens

What happens when you put the kitchen on the north side? Findings from our ongoing research into orientation and wellbeing.

Article
Case study · 15 min read · Published May 2025

The Garden House: twelve months on

Our post-occupancy report on one of our most studied projects. Energy data, client feedback, and what we'd do differently.

Questions

Things clients
often ask.

How much does a project cost?

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Our fees are typically 10-12% of construction cost for a full service. As a guide, most of our projects range from £150k to £1.5m in build cost. We'll give you a clear fee proposal after an initial conversation — no obligation, no hidden costs.

How long does a project take?

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From first meeting to completion, most projects take 18-30 months. Design and planning typically 6-12 months; construction 9-18 months depending on scale. We'll give you a realistic timeline at the outset and keep it updated throughout.

Do you work outside London?

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Yes — we work across the UK. Our studios are in London, Bristol, and Edinburgh, and roughly half our projects are outside London. We travel regularly and have built strong relationships with contractors nationwide.

Do you handle planning permission?

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Yes. We prepare and submit all planning applications, including listed building consent where needed. We have a strong track record — our approval rate is over 95% on first submission. We'll advise on likelihood of success before you commit to fees.

What does "research-led" actually mean?

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It means we don't design from style or assumption. We study how people actually use spaces, we measure environmental performance, and we learn from every project we complete. Our design decisions are informed by evidence — from our own post-occupancy studies, from academic research, and from the specific lives of our clients.

Can we see some of your research?

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Absolutely. We publish selected research in our Journal (see above), and we're happy to share more detailed reports during an initial conversation. We believe good architecture should be open to scrutiny — that's how the profession improves.
06 — Begin a Conversation

Tell us about
your project.

The first conversation is always free, always confidential, and always useful. Tell us what you're thinking — we'll tell you honestly whether we're the right practice for it.

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