The Stuarts came to power in 1603 upon the death of the childless Elizabeth I and ruled until 1714. The 17th century was a turbulent time in Britain and included a Civil War, the execution of a king, and the ultimate Restoration of the monarchy. In architectural terms, it was a period of transition, from […]
With planning permission challenges, a steep site and a global pandemic to contend with John and Kate had to be especially perseverant to build their own home. But they were determined to construct their Scandia-Hus, having always wanted to do so. A feeling of space and quiet is what John and Kate appreciate most about […]
With planning permission challenges, a steep site and a global pandemic to contend with John and Kate had to be especially perseverant to build their own home. But they were determined to construct their Scandia-Hus, having always wanted to do so. Deciding to finally commit to the self-build process, the couple were clear that they […]
John Wilkinson in our tech department will be taking part in Macmillan’s South Coast Mighty Hike again next month. On June 11th he will be (dressed as a pretty princess) hiking a half marathon along the South Downs way in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support, raising money as well as awareness of prostate cancer. The Scandia team wishes […]
We have just updated our Contemporary Designs brochure! It contains plans for over 20 unique modern homes and includes 3D images, floorplans and elevations to inspire the creation of your new self build home. From smaller single-storey designs to large homes with basements, there’s sure to be a style to inspire your project. Scandia-Hus offers […]
The Tudor dynasty began in 1485, when Henry VII won the Battle of Bosworth, and lasted until the death of Queen Elizabeth I in 1603. The three generations of Tudor monarchs had an immense and lasting impact on the country and its architecture. From Ecclesiastical to Domestic Architecture One of the most significant events of […]
Medieval Architecture – Churches and Castles The Medieval period (1066-1485) is significant in history for marking the dawn of a new age in Britain. With William the Conqueror succeeding at the Battle of Hastings, every aspect of the previous Anglo-Saxon kingdom was transformed. With the aim of impressing upon his new subjects the power and […]
Your choice of construction method will affect almost every aspect of your project. Our MD Derek Dawson answers some typical questions on kit homes, explaining how they can be the ‘ultimate solution’ for a self build, in this month’s issue of Selfbuilder + Homemaker. “Building a kit home is rapidly increasing in popularity because the […]
The history of British architecture is a fascinating subject and one that is as relevant to contemporary architects as it is to historians. The present is dependent on the past, the knowledge and repertoire of styles we are in possession of today have been accumulated over hundreds of years. In this blog series, we will […]
Customers who invested in renewable technologies when building their own homes are currently reaping the rewards in these times of high energy prices. The majority of our customers incorporate renewable energy into their homes, including solar thermal, PV panels, air and ground source heat pumps. The initial outlay tends to be higher than traditional heating and […]