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Why Your Next Space Should Be Built for Change
March 27, 2025
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Peppard Common Cabin: a contemporary retreat designed for flexible living, where every element supports comfort, simplicity, and future potential.
We don’t always plan for change. But life has a way of shifting, evolving, moving faster than we expected. And the spaces we live and work in—well, they’re not always designed…
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Building for the Future: What Makes a Structure Truly Timeless?
March 18, 2025
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A Simple Space ‘Studio’ Design
Some buildings feel outdated within a decade, while others seem to defy time. What makes the difference? It’s not just about how well a structure is built—it’s about the thought that goes into its design, the materials that shape it, and the way it adapts…
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The Future of Sustainable Garden Spaces: Smart Materials and Smarter Design
March 11, 2025
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Simple Space ‘Studio Gym’ Design
The way we use our homes is evolving. More people than ever are blending work and home life, carving out space for creativity, wellness, and connection. But traditional home extensions and garden buildings haven’t always kept pace with these shifts. The old approach—high-maintenance materials, costly…
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The Future of Small-Scale Living: Compact, Functional, and Beautiful
March 4, 2025
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Photo: Greg Smith, Harpsden Studio design by Simple Space
Space is a luxury, but it doesn’t have to be a limitation. As housing needs evolve, more people are discovering the benefits of small-scale living, not as a compromise, but as an opportunity to design spaces that work smarter, not harder.…
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The Future of Home Workspaces: Why Your Office Deserves More Than a Desk
February 25, 2025
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The Evolution of the Home Office: From Afterthought to Architecture
Most home offices weren’t designed to be home offices at all. They’re repurposed spare rooms, corners of living spaces, or perhaps converted sheds that still feel more like storage than sanctuaries. Yet when your office is where you spend the…
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The Hidden Costs of Traditional Construction vs. Modern Prefab
February 18, 2025
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The Cost of Holding Onto Old Ideas in Construction
For generations, we’ve built homes the same way—brick by brick, layer by layer. It’s what we know, what we trust. But just because something feels familiar doesn’t mean it’s the best option.
Technology moves forward. We wouldn’t go back to using…
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We Built Our Dream Home for £300,000 – Featured in The Times
February 10, 2025
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Something pretty exciting happened recently – The Times came to visit my home to see what we’ve been up to at Simple Space. As the founder, I’ve always believed that building sustainably shouldn’t mean emptying your bank account or settling for a cookie-cutter design. My family home in Oxfordshire, spanning…
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Building a Better Tomorrow: The True Value of Sustainable Materials
January 27, 2025
Building a Better Tomorrow: Sustainable Materials in Modern Design
At Simple Space, our journey in creating bespoke garden spaces has shown us how thoughtful building choices shape the future of sustainable living. Through years of specialising in SIPs construction and eco-friendly design, we’ve witnessed how sustainable materials transform buildings and…
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The Role of Passive Design in Sustainable and Comfortable Living Spaces
January 16, 2025
Have you ever stepped into a room and just felt… right? The temperature is perfect, the light feels natural, and you can almost sense the thought and care that went into its design. That’s the magic of passive design—creating spaces that feel good to be in while working harmoniously…
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Built to Last: How Modern Materials Protect Homes Through UK Winters
January 6, 2025
Winter can be a season of contrasts. Outside, harsh winds and frosty mornings remind us how unforgiving the elements can be. Inside, we crave warmth, comfort, and the reassurance that our spaces—whether it’s a home, a garden office, or an extension—will protect us from whatever the season throws our way…
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The Role of Eco-Friendly Building Materials in Combating Climate Change
December 18, 2024
As the world faces increasing pressure to tackle climate change, every industry has a part to play in reducing its carbon footprint. The construction sector, in particular, stands at a critical juncture, with an estimated 40% of global emissions coming from the built environment. However, the evolution of eco-friendly building…
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