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Welcome to Matthew Clay Architects. We are an award-winning RIBA Chartered Practice, based in Corsham, a historic Cotswold market town.

02/09/2026

Good planning should create opportunities for good design.

Recent changes to planning policy are opening up new opportunities to do things differently: creating beautiful, carefully considered homes that sit comfortably within existing groups of houses and their surroundings.

We think that's a really exciting opportunity. It's not about building everywhere, but about asking what could make this place better? Stronger connections with the landscape, better light, thoughtful materials and architecture that belongs to its setting, even in places where a settlement boundary might previously have prevented a proposal from being considered.

We're currently developing proposals for a new house that explore exactly this kind of opportunity, creating a home that feels both contemporary and at home in its surroundings.

We’re looking forward to sharing more as the project develops.

30/08/2026

Sketchbook scribbles from the Lake District.

Early thoughts on a new sailing clubhouse.

11/08/2026

A big moment on site: the steels have arrived on this project — and there’s something about seeing the crane swing into action that always lifts the spirits!

After plenty of work behind the scenes, it’s great to see the structure beginning to take shape and the project moving into its next phase. A big thank you to the Lee Payne , Clegg and fabricator for their diligence, coordination and hard work in getting us to this point. These moments are a real team effort.

Now for the satisfying bit… getting them into position and letting the carpentry begin.

05/08/2026

A careful response to place.

Early massing models help us explore how a new home can sit sensitively in its setting, working with the contours of the land to help maximise views out.

22/07/2026

Some lovely work-in-progress shots as this new home near Bath starts to take shape.

With the recent heatwaves, there’s been plenty of discussion about designing buildings that stay comfortable all year round. We believe that starts with the fundamentals: designing in high levels of insulation, natural ventilation and thoughtful shading, all working together to create spaces that feel great to live in, whatever the weather. Not only will they keep the spaces cool when it’s hot outside, but also warm in winter too.

This project is no exception, and it’s exciting to see it all coming together.

Keep up the great work, !

26/06/2026

We’re thrilled to have secured planning permission for three new homes at Goosegreen Farm, a beautiful site centred around a Grade II listed farmhouse near Bristol.

The proposals replace modern farm buildings with a carefully designed courtyard development that respects the site’s historic character while delivering high-quality contemporary homes, enhanced landscaping and meaningful ecological improvements.

A rewarding project to bring forward, and we’re excited to see it move towards construction.

13/06/2026

We never design an extension in isolation. Every intervention is carefully considered in the context of the whole home, ensuring that new additions enhance the balance, character and flow of the original building.

As this wonderful project approaches completion, here's a quick animation showing how the design was tailored to make the most of the existing house. By carefully reworking and extending the property, we've unlocked its full potential and created beautifully efficient spaces that support our clients' lifestyle and provide a fantastic, modern family home.

We can't wait to share the finished result soon!

10/06/2026

Beautiful craftsmanship - it’s going to be exquisite!

Thanks you and .

06/06/2026

It was a delight to attend the opening night of the End of Year Show and celebrate the remarkable work on display.

Congratulations to all those in Fourth and Sixth Year graduating this year, not only to Hamish and Elias, whom we had the privilege of working with as part of our team, but also to (deep breath) Cameron, Charmaine, Daryna, Dominic, Jason, Maisy, Monty and Skye; Wilf, Spencer, Sihu, Paula, Milly, Lorand, Cathy, Beyza and Ben; Aayush, Andrea, Berfu, Jowna, Luke, Rucha, Sam, Tiff and Tomas; Alice, Ashley, Seyi, Subanya, Will, Daniel, Giulia, Megan, Rohit, Sarah, Eric, Kion, Lily, Rovi, Harry and Yuko; and indeed all the others we’ve no doubt been inspired by during reviews or studio conversations.

Fantastic to see Aaron and Danielle’s work prominently featured too as part of the exemplary Third Year work!

We are immensely proud of all of you. Your creativity, dedication and development have been inspiring to witness, and it has been a genuine pleasure to watch you grow into such accomplished designers (even if keeping up with you can be exhausting at times!).

We wish you every success and happiness in whatever comes next.

03/06/2026

And another one begins!

Good, tidy progress on site from the demolition team at .paynedevelopmentsltd; now the harder job of building it all back up again starts in earnest!

Address

Spiders Barn
Corsham
SN130DT

Telephone

+441249476208

Website

http://www.matthewclayarchitects.co.uk/

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