Allan Joyce Architects

28/10/2026

Introducing the completed Beckett’s House!

Designed around the needs of a young, active family, Beckett’s House is a home that will adapt and evolve as family life changes and the children grow.

A balance of open, sociable living spaces and quieter places to retreat allows everyone to come together while having room to themselves, the layout has been carefully considered to support the changing rhythms of family life, creating a home to grow into and enjoy for years to come.

Rooted in the character of its historic Nottinghamshire setting, the house combines traditional forms with a contemporary approach to family living.

A big thank you to Christopher Terry for capturing our client’s home so beautifully.

23/10/2026

The architecture at Sable House speaks for itself, but hearing first-hand what living here means to our clients is what makes this project particularly special.

Creating a beautiful home is one thing. Creating a home that genuinely changes the way people live is another.

This is the power of great architecture, and why we love what we do.

We’re delighted to share our clients’ experience of Sable House.

22/10/2026

Today, we’re celebrating Supported Housing Week.

Our first 'From the Archive' takes us to Reach Springfield, a wonderful supported housing scheme that supports people with additional needs to live as independently and safely as possible in a safe, comfortable and homely environment.

Reach Springfield is all about helping people feel at home, build independence and live life with the support they need.

16/10/2026

We’re delighted to have won Excellence in Design for The Link Centre Ashbourne at last night’s East Midlands Bricks Awards!

A fantastic recognition of the project and the collaboration, creativity and hard work that brought it to life.

Ashbourne Methodist Church have been a wonderful client, and we’ve worked together over many years to bring this inspirational vision to life, made possible through Levelling Up Fund (LUF) funding, as part of the wider Ashbourne Reborn Scheme.

It’s been a privilege to be trusted with the project and to work collaboratively with them to create a welcoming and vibrant space that enhances the local community and brings people together through a diverse range of activities.

A big thank you to everyone involved in making The Link Centre such a special project!

Thank you to Konsileo for sponsoring the award and a big congratulations to all of the winners and everyone shortlisted!

15/10/2026

Tonight team AJA are attending the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2026.

We’ve been shortlisted for Architect of the Year and Excellence for The Link Centre in Ashbourne!

Good luck to everyone shortlisted! There is a lot of great work and great companies across our region!

14/10/2026

Some more awards news today!

We have been shortlisted at the Build it Awards 2026, for Best Architect or Designer for a Self Build Project, for the wonderful Sable House!

A huge thank you to the entire project team for their collaboration and hard work in bringing our designs to life.

Congratulations to everyone who has been shortlisted, and we look forward to the results!

Good luck to all!

13/10/2026

We’re delighted to announce that Swinegate Apartments has won ‘Best New Building’ at the Grantham Civic Society Townscape Awards 2026!

Working in partnership with South Kesteven District Council and Lindum Group, the project has transformed a former car park into 20 modern, affordable apartments for local people.

The design has been carefully considered to complement the area's surrounding Georgian architecture and respect the area’s conservation status, bringing new homes to the town while preserving its historic character.

Congratulations to everyone involved in bringing this project to life!

Are you interested in learning more about our housing schemes?
Visit our website to explore the developments we’ve been involved in. Link in bio.

07/10/2026

What value does the right architect bring to a project?

It’s a question we’re passionate about answering, so we'll be exploring just that in our new monthly series 'More Than Design'.

Over the coming months, we’ll be sharing a selection of articles, written by the team, looking at the value an architect adds at each stage of a project. From shaping the initial vision and asking the right questions, to navigating complexity, unlocking opportunities and creating better outcomes, we'll be looking at it all.

Our first article is: Better Briefs

A strong brief isn’t just a list of requirements. It’s an opportunity to ask the right questions, challenge assumptions, uncover possibilities and create a clearer direction for the project.

In this article, we explore how architects can add real value before the design even begins by helping clients define what they really need from their project.

Read Better Briefs: allanjoycearchitects.co.uk/news/better-briefs

We’re excited to share the first in the series, and to start a conversation about the many ways architects can make a meaningful difference to a project.

At Allan Joyce Architects we do things The AJA Way – balancing creative and innovative design with practical knowledge and experience.

01/10/2026

Have you ever wondered what everyone gets up to at an architecture practice?

At AJA, it’s been a busy September, so here’s a little look at just some of what we’ve been up to this month.

From projects and site visits, to meetings, events and everything in between, there’s always plenty going on!

30/09/2026

A little sneak peek…

Nestled within its beautiful garden, Sable House is really something special.

We’ll be sharing the full set of beautiful photographs of this stunning home next week.

Watch this space…