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Method Architecture draws on the particular contexts of a project to define a bespoke design. 

A design should be less about the designer, more about where it is, what it is, who it is for.

We prefer design to be understated, strong ideas softly spoken.

We try to make design that will give longterm value to society.

Form and fenestration is a response to conflicting requirements to open the house to sea view, and the need to protect the house from the weather in an exposed location. The low eaves height reduces the area of exposed wall to the weather, while keep
A compact house design for a tight garden plot. Form and construction have been considered to minimise heat loss. Materials and siting have been considered to minimise ecological impacts.
Speculative design for townhouses for a narrow site between road and rail tracks. Stacked accommodation makes most of the single aspect south facing site. The intensive use of urban site is a sustainable pattern of land use.
Competition design for a concept house. The design explores the idea of seasonal living with an insulated core house wrapped in a temperate zone filled with nature. The living area expands or retreats with the passing of seasons.