Business Details
25 Years
experience
Architectural Design Oxford Heritage & Modern
Established in Oxford in 2001, Rogue Designs has built a reputation for delivering innovative architectural solutions across residential, commercial, and heritage projects. Our expertise spans full-scale restorations of listed buildings, contemporary extensions, and sustainable new builds, always balancing aesthetic vision with practical functionality. With over two decades of experience, we specialise in navigating complex planning constraints in conservation areas while maintaining a commitment to environmental responsibility through low-waste practices and sustainable material sourcing. Our collaborative approach involves clients throughout every stage, from feasibility studies to project completion, ensuring spaces reflect both their needs and the unique character of each property.Supported by a network of trusted engineers and craftsmen, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to create timeless designs that enhance property value and user experience. Our portfolio demonstrates technical proficiency in projects ranging from tiny artist studios to rural estate masterplans, consistently achieving planning permissions for challenging sites. The firm's founders, Charlotte Holmes and Paul Turner, bring academic foundations from Oxford University and Winchester School of Art to every commission, maintaining direct involvement in all projects without outsourcing.
Services
Architectural Design
Heritage Conservation
Interior Architecture
Project Management
Sustainable Design
Landscape Design
Bespoke Furniture
Lighting Design
Planning Applications
Building Regulations
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 20+ years' experience with listed buildings in conservation areas
- Direct involvement from founding architects throughout projects
- Proven success securing planning permissions for complex sites
- Sustainable approach with low-waste construction practices
- Integrated interior and exterior design expertise
Services
Heritage Conservation
Specialist restoration of listed buildings and properties within conservation areas. Our approach preserves historical integrity while implementing modern improvements through careful material selection and traditional craftsmanship techniques. Projects include Grade II listed property extensions and Scheduled Ancient Monument adjacent developments.
Contemporary Extensions
Design of light-filled modern extensions that harmonise with existing architecture. Expertise in glazed structures, vaulted ceilings, and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions using materials like zinc, glass, and sustainably sourced timber for both residential and commercial properties.
Interior Architecture
Comprehensive interior design services covering spatial reconfiguration, bespoke furniture creation, lighting schemes, and material specification. Special attention to period property renovations and contemporary adaptations with custom joinery and curated finishes.
Sustainable Design
Environmentally conscious architecture incorporating renewable energy systems, reclaimed materials, and passive design principles. Projects feature solar panels, ground source heating, and low-carbon material selections while maintaining aesthetic excellence.
Project Management
End-to-end project delivery from initial concept through planning permission to construction completion. Coordinated management of multidisciplinary teams ensures quality control and adherence to timelines for complex architectural commissions.
People
Charlotte Holmes
Founder Architect
Co-founder with Oxford University architecture background. Leads design vision and client relations, specialising in heritage projects and spatial planning. Directly involved in all commissions since 2001.
Paul Turner
Founder Designer
Co-founder trained at Winchester School of Art. Focuses on interior architecture and bespoke furniture design. Combines craftsmanship expertise with innovative design solutions for residential and commercial spaces.
Questions
Do you specialise in listed building projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with Grade II listed properties and conservation area developments, including multiple award-winning heritage restorations.
Can you manage full architectural projects?
We offer complete project management from initial concept through planning and construction to final handover, coordinating all necessary professionals.
What areas do you cover?
Primarily Oxford, Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds, though we've worked on projects across the UK including Cornwall and London.
Do you handle interior design elements?
Yes, our services include full interior architecture, bespoke furniture design, lighting schemes, and material specification coordination.
How do you approach sustainability?
We incorporate renewable energy systems, reclaimed materials, and passive design principles while maintaining architectural integrity in all our projects.
What building types do you work with?
We specialise in residential properties including period homes and new builds, plus commercial projects like restaurants and cultural spaces.
