Laura Simpkins

Architect for Pride Road New Forest & Bournemouth 🏡 Helping home owners design & transform their spaces. Get in touch to explore options!

[Laura Simpkins @lauraprideroad]

It is so important to us that our clients are invested in the design of their homes.

A house renovation project can be stressful, messy and tiring so the end result needs to be something that is uplifting and changes how our clients live in their homes.

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I read this over the summer and it certainly got my bookclub talking.

So many design decisions that make life harder for women, from urban planning to car seat belts....its a fascinating read for everyone involved in design.

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Our concept design workshops are great ways of making sure you don’t get costly mistakes with your drawings.

For a loft conversion we will draw a cross section of your house and examine the staircase options carefully.

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When there isn't space for a kitchen island and a dining table, how about this great idea seen in Lymington at Elliotts Living Spaces?

They have a great range of kitchen and bathrooms, lots of modern options and the Laura Ashley collaboration.

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I offer a referral system so if you refer a friend or neighbour and they have a workshop with me, you get a £50 John Lewis voucher. Get in touch if you know someone who needs help with a not very perfect house layout!

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Another picture from the Sky Advert filming.

Possibly the closest we might get to our 15 minutes of fame.

Although I would love Pride Road to be interviewed on Woman's Hour....if anyone reading this can make it happen!

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We have 2 washing machines, one for us and one for the dogs. Its the dream, what we always wanted! 

This was the feedback from these lovely clients.

I love the impact of the cut roof and dramatic rooflight in a modest building.

What is your favourite part?

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Running a business is not easy. For all the fabulous flexibility, lack of boss and working from home there is a lot of juggling, planning and responsibility.

But designing houses that make people thinking their life is a wonderful dream more than makes it worth it!!

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I love this quote...

‘I will share my thoughts on how on earth we got to a point in the 21st century where our kitchens are too small, our bathrooms too cramped and we are still drying out trousers on radiators’
Laura Jane Clark, handbook of Home Design

Who still dries their cl

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A lovely review thank you!

[Laura Simpkins @lauraprideroad]

how about you....why would you talk to an architect?

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Why use a chartered architect?

Good design is not tangible but if it not right you will know - but better to realise this on a drawing rather than a real life build!

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This project was wonderful because the client has a passion for good design. They bought in to the vision and put in many hours sourcing fixtures and fittings. I am particular delighted with the oriel window seat and how the rear elevation turned out with extra detailing around t

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Did you know that 20% of UK carbon emissions come from energy use in our homes?

By making our homes energy efficient we can reduce the amount of heat lost and the demand for energy, saving both money and carbon.

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Just posted a photo @ Coast . Surf + Moto https://t.co/jk8lomiXsu

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With very best wishes to you and yours from all at Pride Road

[Laura Simpkins @lauraprideroad]

At Pride Road Architects we are not just award winning architects with sterile photos of overindulgent houses for people with OCD…. We create beautiful spaces for happy families.

And a utility room with space for coats and boots makes me - and many of my clients very happy!

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So nice to hear that these clients could not be happier with their home now...

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I love it when the neighbours get excited...its the nearest I get to repeat business!

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The government has announced steps to make heat pumps more affordable for homeowners in recent months.

But some people have questioned whether this is enough, especially considering some heat pumps can cost upwards of £10,000.

Have you invested in alternative heating options