We're Nick and Vicky, the two directors of Holloway and Holloway Architects and here's our story. We met online and studied at the University of Westminster together before getting married five years later. Over the years, we've both worked in large and small architecture practices and whilst we gained invaluable experience, we knew that we could do better. In 2017 we started our own studio where we are joined at work every day by our cats Lily, and Jake and our children, Theo and Emilia.
We are very proud of the fact that we have grown over the years from our first project in 2017 a 3m-by-3m rear extension to an Embassy in the heart of Mayfair whilst still staying true to our original aims: To stay small and to provide exceptional levels of service at all times.
Our projects range from prime London townhouses to grand rural properties, the Victorian railway arches of Shepherd’s Bush Market to a Listed Georgian Embassy. We have a wealth of experience from Listed Buildings and Conservation projects through to new builds. We work from design and planning through to construction and project management.
As a practice our goal is simple: Do a great job for our clients. We provide fantastic levels of service and communication at all times and always strive to provide great value to our clients at every stage of the journey.
Over the years we have been lucky enough to work on a range of heritage projects across the country. From a 12th Century Tithe Barn to the refined grandeur of Georgian Townhouses in the heart of London. We pride ourselves on navigating the delicate balance between conservation and contemporary demands, ensuring the preservation of heritage while delivering spaces that are suitable for modern lifestyles.
Whether it's navigating planning regulations or overseeing construction phases, our firm's familiarity with the unique challenges of Listed Buildings ensures a smooth and successful journey from inception to completion. Our extensive network of consultants and heritage specialists means we can bring in the right people and collaborate seamlessly to bring your project to life, ensuring that each project is executed to the highest standards and with safe hands.
Creating homes for our private clients will always be some of the most rewarding parts of what we do. It has been at the hart of our business since we started and will always be something that we love to do.
We specialise in crafting beautiful private residences tailored to the unique dreams and desires of our clients. Our approach is based on collaboration. We work closely with each client to refine their vision and translate it into reality.
Our projects are complex, delivering them requires a coordinated design effort, which is why we seamlessly integrate various design disciplines to ensure a harmonious result. Partnering with renowned interior and landscape designers, we curate stunning, meticulously detailed schemes that elevate every aspect of the living experience inside and out.
From concept design to construction, our involvement spans every phase of the project, ensuring continuity and excellence at every turn. Throughout the process, we remain considerate of budgets and client objectives, striving to exceed expectations while staying true to the vision. Join us in the journey of transforming aspirations into reality.
Our commercial projects have been some of our most unique and exciting collaborations and have given us a platform to work with some really amazing people at some incredible places.
Some highlights include the renovation of Shepherd’s Bush Market’s Victorian Railway Arches, master planning of the renovation of the UK’s oldest Folk Art Centre and Artists Commune a Listed Embassy and a pavilion at a Grade 1 Listed Golf Club.
We strive to transform visions into tangible realities. We understand that Commercial projects have unique sets of drivers behind them, every business is different and the aims of the teams delivering them can be varied and sometimes conflicting. We spend a lot of time working with our clients and their teams to develop this brief to understand what they need and then work to deliver this with an organised, transparent and considered approach.
What sets us apart is our passion for the unique and the unconventional. We love having a new and interesting project where we can blend character and personality. From the initial stages of brief development and design conception to the final touches on-site, we approach every project with enthusiasm and a commitment to excellence.
We partner with small-scale developers to bring their visions of high-quality new homes to fruition. From the conversion of office blocks, to modern architectural corner developments, multi-unit schemes to the innovation of new build eco houses, our portfolio spans a diverse range of architectural styles and project types.
We understand the importance of maximising site values, and we are adept at navigating the intricacies of the planning process from pre-purchase to handover. We offer comprehensive support, undertaking early-stage feasibility appraisals to identify opportunities for maximizing returns on a site while ensuring compliance with regulations and sustainability standards. Additionally, we have the expertise to refine existing planning permissions, optimizing layouts and designs to better suit the needs of developers and end users alike.