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Studio Arkell Ltd. RIBA Chartered Practice in the South Coast

Studio Arkell offers answers to all your architectural a

▫️RIBA Chartered Architects Studio
▫️Considered design accessible to all
▫️No project too big or too small
▫️Business Award Winning 2023

PLANNING APPROVED 🙌A pair of new gables, a reimagined footprint and a much stronger connection to the garden - planning ...
22/10/2026

PLANNING APPROVED 🙌

A pair of new gables, a reimagined footprint and a much stronger connection to the garden - planning is now approved for this family home transformation.

The proposals include demolishing the existing garage, extending to the side and creating a more distinctive façade through twin gables, natural timber cladding and crisp render.

Inside, a full refurbishment will bring the entire house together, while generous glazing and an expanded connection to the garden will make outdoor living a natural extension of the home.

The focus is on making the most of the existing property, creating a home with greater character, better flow and space for family life to evolve.

Next stop: bringing the vision to life.

15/10/2026

Step inside TARK’s Heritage Design.

A closer look at the details that make a house feel like home. From rustic brickwork and exposed timber to warm, earthy interiors and inviting spaces, our Heritage design brings timeless character together with modern living.

Designed to feel established, considered and full of charm, every detail creates a space to slow down, switch off and enjoy.

And the best part? It is only the starting point. Every TARK building can be tailored to your ideas, your surroundings and the way you want to live.

What would you make yours?

TARK | Small Buildings. Bigger Possibilities.

Introducing TARK.Small buildings. Bigger Possibilities.A new approach to design and build.Born from the collaboration be...
15/10/2026

Introducing TARK.

Small buildings. Bigger Possibilities.

A new approach to design and build.

Born from the collaboration between Tekne Interiors and Studio Arkell, TARK brings together architectural thinking, considered design and expert craftsmanship to create beautifully designed buildings that work effortlessly with the way we live.

From contemporary outdoor studios to bespoke small buildings and thoughtfully designed spaces, we bring ideas to life through a seamless process that combines creativity, precision and quality at every stage.

Considered design. Expert craftsmanship. Built around you.

This is just the beginning.

Welcome to TARK.

Meet Nicole ✨Continuing our team series, meet Nicole, our Interior Architect, who brings over 15 years of architectural ...
01/10/2026

Meet Nicole ✨

Continuing our team series, meet Nicole, our Interior Architect, who brings over 15 years of architectural and interior design experience to the studio.

Design has always been part of Nicole’s world. Growing up around the property industry – from construction and high-end shop fitting to property development – her interest in architecture started early. She went on to study architecture alongside her twin sister in London, before gaining experience across a number of practices throughout the UK.

Nicole later settled on the South Coast, where she has worked closely with property developers and interior designers on a collection of beautiful waterside homes.

Nicole joined the Studio Arkell team in Autumn 2025. Her experience across both architecture and interiors brings a considered, holistic approach to our projects – thinking about the architecture and the spaces within as one.

We’re very lucky to have her as part of the team 🤍

A lovely one to revisit 🌊We recently popped back to see our clients, catch up on how they’re enjoying their home and dro...
25/09/2026

A lovely one to revisit 🌊

We recently popped back to see our clients, catch up on how they’re enjoying their home and drop off a bottle as a little thank you for being such a joy to work with from start to finish.

Set in the most incredible location, just moments from the beach, this was always a special project. We worked alongside Broad Construction to remodel and extend the property, creating light-filled spaces that make the most of those amazing coastal views.

There’s something particularly rewarding about returning once the drawings, decisions and building work are all finished - seeing the furniture in, the doors thrown open and, most importantly, a family properly enjoying the spaces we helped create.

A beautiful home, an amazing setting and genuinely lovely clients. Exactly the kind of project we love being part of. 🤍

From tired and dated → to a completely transformed workplace.When we first visited this office in the heart of Wimborne,...
18/09/2026

From tired and dated → to a completely transformed workplace.

When we first visited this office in the heart of Wimborne, it was fair to say it needed some love. The building hadn’t been updated in many years and our client was ready for a fresh start.

Sitting within the Conservation Area, the challenge was to sensitively breathe new life into the existing building - improving its appearance, completely reworking the interiors and creating a workplace that felt fresh, considered and fit for the future.

We secured planning permission for the external uplift and internal reconfiguration before handing over to one of our go-to contractors, Jade Aden Interiors | Commercial Design & Build Specialists to bring it all to life.

26 weeks later… quite the transformation.

🔨 Complete strip-out & internal remodel
🏠 New roof
🧱 Brickwork repointed throughout
🌿 Outdoor breakout space given a new lease of life
✨ Full office fit-out, from floor to ceiling

A brilliant example of what can be achieved with an existing building - without losing the character that made it worth keeping in the first place.

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Planning approved ✨ | A bungalow, reimagined.We’re delighted to have secured planning permission for the transformation ...
11/09/2026

Planning approved ✨ | A bungalow, reimagined.

We’re delighted to have secured planning permission for the transformation of this existing bungalow into a contemporary family home.

A strong double-gabled frontage creates rhythm and balance, while the simple material palette brings warmth and texture to the elevation.

Natural chevron timber cladding wraps the upper level, contrasted with crisp light render below and slim dark aluminium glazing to frame the views and give definition to the façade. The detailing is deliberately restrained, allowing the geometry and materials to do the talking.

Behind the new frontage, the existing home is being completely reconsidered — raising the eaves and introducing a new roof structure to create generous first-floor accommodation, alongside extensions and a full internal refurbishment.

A transformation that feels contemporary, but still belongs to its coastal setting. 🌿
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Meet Carolina ✨Next up in our team series is Carolina, our Brazilian architect bringing an international perspective and...
13/08/2026

Meet Carolina ✨

Next up in our team series is Carolina, our Brazilian architect bringing an international perspective and a passion for thoughtful, sustainable design to the studio.

After completing her six-year degree in Architecture and Urban Design in São Paulo, Carolina moved to the UK to undertake a Master’s in Sustainable Building Design at Solent University, graduating with Distinction.

As a BREEAM Accredited Professional, sustainability sits naturally at the heart of her approach. She works across all stages of our projects, from those first ideas and early concepts through to technical design and Building Regulations, with a particular eye for considered detailing and environmentally responsible design.

Outside the studio, you’ll most likely find Carolina outdoors. A lover of nature, outdoor adventures and water sports, her connection to the natural environment continues to shape the way she thinks about people, place and architecture.

A quiet transformation of a modest bungalow into a light-filled, contemporary family home.Our proposals reimagine the ex...
12/08/2026

A quiet transformation of a modest bungalow into a light-filled, contemporary family home.

Our proposals reimagine the existing two-bedroom property with a loft conversion and single-storey rear extension, creating three generous double bedrooms and a new open-plan kitchen, dining and living space that connects effortlessly with the garden.

The architecture is deliberately restrained. White render and slate are softened by slender vertical timber slatted detailing, introducing warmth, texture and a subtle play of light and shadow. To the rear, the same material wraps the new extension, paired with expansive aluminium glazing, crisp lines and concealed guttering for a refined, minimal finish.

At the front, the original gable is retained and carefully redressed, giving a subtle nod to the character of the existing home while creating a distinctly new identity.

Simple materials. Considered details. A softer take on contemporary living.

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One of our favourite details from this Mudeford coastal refurbishment... 🤎This bespoke solid walnut fire door was design...
04/08/2026

One of our favourite details from this Mudeford coastal refurbishment... 🤎

This bespoke solid walnut fire door was designed as a feature entrance into the main open-plan living space, where full-height apex glazing and a Juliet balcony frame uninterrupted views across the sea.

As the house extends over three and a half storeys, the door needed to achieve a fire rating without compromising the design. The result is a handcrafted solid walnut door that combines performance with warmth, creating a beautiful transition into the heart of the home.

The curved steel frame responds to the unique architecture of the property, following the central turret, making the arrival into the space feel even more special.

Beautifully handmade by the talented team at Broad Construction®, it’s a fantastic example of how thoughtful detailing and skilled craftsmanship can elevate a home.

Principal Contractor & Joinery : Broad Construction®
Glazing: ODC Door & Glass - Bespoke Aluminium Glazing

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5 Castle Street, Christchurch
Dorset
BH231DP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:45pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:45pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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+441202232423

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