Hardwick Studio Architects LTD

18/06/2026

We're proud to be part of Swadlincote's business community and excited to be exhibiting Hardwick Studio Architects at the business Showcase on Saturday 4th July alongside some other fantastic businesses.

Here’s our daughters stopping to look at the banner promoting the showcase. As parents, moments like this remind us why local business communities’ matter. It's an opportunity for them to learn and discover the fantastic businesses, people and opportunities right here in the local area that they are growing up in. As architects and small business owners, it's a chance to tell them a little more about what Mummy and Daddy do every day, helping people turn ideas into homes, workplaces and spaces where communities can thrive.

If you're planning on visiting, do come over and say hello.
We'd love to talk about your plans, whether you're planning:
🏡 A home extension
🏗️ A new build
🏢 Commercial improvements
♻️ Sustainable upgrades
📝Or an interest in a future architectural career.

No pressure. Just ideas, inspiration and expert advice.
📍 The Delph Marketplace, Swadlincote
⏰ 9am–2pm
We'd love to meet you.

11/06/2026

Please read, sharing for Midway pre-school.

If any businesses can help donate towards helping the children get the playground resurfaced so they continue to play in the outdoor space. Any donation amount would hugely be appreciated.

Thank you 🙏

Hi Everyone, Midway Pre School are a charity registered Pre School who run solely on fu… Hannah Mellor needs your support for Help us resurface our play area

09/06/2026

Thinking about starting a building project but not sure where to begin?

At Hardwick Studio Architects, we believe every successful project starts with a conversation. That’s why we offer a completely Free of Charge initial consultation, with absolutely no obligation.

Our initial consultations are a fantastic opportunity to discuss your ideas, explore the potential of your project, and gain professional guidance on the best next steps, whether you’re considering an extension, renovation, new build, or commercial development.

We’re happy to meet with you:
• Onsite at your property or project location
• In our welcoming practice meeting room, where we always enjoy hosting visitors

It’s a relaxed and informative starting point designed to help you move forward with confidence.

If you’re planning a project and would like to chat with our team, we’d love to hear from you.

04/06/2026

Come along 4th July for a great family day out!!

👥 Swadlincote Small Business Showcase👥

Want to have a fun family day out and support local small businesses? Come along to the Small Business Showcase, where you can meet all kinds of local small businesses!

There's fun for all the family too, as you can enjoy:
✅ Free family entertainment
✅ Exciting displays
✅ Interactive exhibits

🗓️ Saturday 4 July 2026, 9.00am-2.00pm

📍 The Delph Marketplace, Swadlincote, DE11 8JG

29/05/2026

At Hardwick Studio Architects, we’re proud to be a husband and wife team offering something unique, a business that feels more personal, more invested, and more committed.

Every project is handled with care, creativity, and attention to detail. We know that great design isn’t just about how a space looks, it’s about how it works for you every day.

From home extensions to full renovations, we work closely with our clients to bring ideas to life and create spaces that truly feel like home.
We take the time to listen, understand your goals, and guide you through the process with clear, honest advice.

From first sketches to final details, you’ll always feel involved, informed, and confident in the decisions being made.
Because the best results come from working together.

27/05/2026

Accurate ‘Agricultural Building Surveys’ are the foundation of every successful rural and farm diversification project.

From traditional barns to agricultural outbuildings, having precise survey information allows us to fully understand existing rural buildings, identify opportunities, and navigate planning and conversion requirements with confidence.

Whether projects fall under full planning applications, Class Q, or Class R permitted development, detailed surveys are essential in helping us achieve positive outcomes for our clients, ensuring designs are practical, compliant, and sensitive to the character of the rural setting.

As part of our early design investigation and project briefing process, we offer measured building surveys to help establish a clear understanding of rural sites and existing structures from the very beginning. This allows us to provide informed advice early in the process, identify constraints and opportunities, and develop a strong strategic foundation for the project moving forward.

Detailed surveys also help us identify utilisable components and spaces within existing rural buildings, while highlighting areas that may not be suitable for conversion or redevelopment. Understanding these opportunities and limitations at an early stage helps create more efficient, viable, and successful design proposals for our clients.

At the heart of every successful rural conversion is a clear understanding of the building itself. Investing in accurate surveys at the outset helps streamline the design and planning process, reduce risk, and create the best possible foundation for future rural development.

25/05/2026

Happy Birthday Jemma 🎉

Today were celebrating Jemma, Our Practice Manger who plays a vital role in the day to day running of Hardwick Studio Architects.

Jemma is highly motivated and ensures the general day-to-day running of the business and financial management of the Practice are run efficiently and effectively.

We would like to take this time to say thank you for everything you do and have a lovely time celebrating your special day!

22/05/2026

At Hardwick Studio Architects, we believe that great buildings begin with great drawings.

Large format printed drawings are far more than just sheets of paper, they are precision tools that communicate design intent clearly, accurately, and professionally to contractors, consultants, and building control officers alike.

Detailed, fully scaled drawings play a critical role in ensuring quality construction on site. They reduce ambiguity, improve coordination between trades, and help contractors deliver work exactly as intended. From technical detailing to dimensions, materials, and compliance information, every line matters.

These drawings also form an essential part of achieving Building Control compliance, helping ensure that projects are constructed safely, correctly, and in accordance with current regulations and approved standards.

But beyond their technical purpose, architectural drawings are also an art form. Large format plans, elevations, and technical details represent hundreds of hours of design thinking, coordination, and craftsmanship. They tell the story of a project before a single brick is laid and provide immense value throughout the construction process.

Within the practice we have all the facilities needed in-house to produce, print, and supply high-quality large format drawing packages for projects of all sizes - ensuring clarity, professionalism, and precision from concept through to construction.

Because exceptional buildings deserve exceptional documentation.

20/05/2026

At Hardwick Studio Architects, we offer our clients the opportunity to consider our Pre-Planning Advice service, commonly referred to as a “Pre-App”, before submitting a planning application.

A Pre-App allows early engagement with the local authority and can provide valuable insight into planning policies, design expectations, potential constraints, and key considerations that may affect a proposal.

Pre-planning advice can help to:
- Identify potential issues before submission
- Improve the quality and clarity of a proposal
- Reduce the likelihood of delays or refusals
- Save time and unnecessary costs later in the process
- Create a more collaborative dialogue with the planning authority

Whether you’re considering a home extension, a new-build project, or a larger development, early strategic guidance through the Pre-App process can make a significant difference to the overall planning outcome.

Pre-Apps are not always suitable or necessary for every project. At Hardwick Studio Architects we work closely with our clients to develop thoughtful, well-prepared proposals that respond positively to both the site and planning context, including local planning policies and guidelines, and we will advise you where we feel a Pre-App can enhance this.

13/05/2026