What Does It Cost to Build a House in the UK in 2025?
by Sean Hill on Feb 20, 2025
A Thoughtful Approach to Budgeting for Your Dream Home At RISE Design Studio, we believe that every home should tell a story - one of sustainability, craftsmanship, and intelligent design. But before pen meets paper, there’s one question every client asks:
The Future of Home: Where Comfort, Energy, and Wellbeing Meet
by Sean Hill on Feb 13, 2025
2025 feels like a turning point.
Interview with Olly Jones & Anne-Claire – Clients of Herbert Paradise
by Sean Hill on Feb 9, 2025
Interviewer: Sean Ronnie Hill, Director of RISE Design Studio
Oriel House: Planning Approved for a Deep Retrofit in Queen’s Park, London
by Sean Hill on Feb 6, 2025
Some houses have history. Others have potential. Oriel House has both.
Engineering the Future: Low-Carbon Innovations in Structural Design – A Conversation with Jensen Hunt
by Sean Hill on Feb 3, 2025
Interview with James Mickelburgh and Arij Mroue of Jensen Hunt
Understanding the True Cost of Building a Home in 2025: Insights from Christopher Collett
by Sean Hill on Jan 24, 2025
As construction costs continue to rise across the UK, understanding the true cost of building a home has never been more critical - especially in high-demand regions like London and the South East. In this exclusive interview, Sean Ronnie Hill, Director of RISE Design Studio, sits dow …
Insulation: The Quiet Hero of Sustainable Living
by Sean Hill on Jan 24, 2025
In our pursuit of sustainable design, the spotlight often falls on cutting-edge technologies and bold aesthetics. But let’s pause and consider a quieter, often-overlooked element: insulation. At RISE Design Studio, we view insulation not just as a building material, but as an essentia …
What to Expect from a Feasibility Study with RISE Design Studio
by Sean Hill on Jan 16, 2025
When planning a new project - whether it’s a home extension, a renovation, or a new build - it’s essential to understand what’s possible before committing significant time and money. This is where a Feasibility Study comes in. At RISE Design Studio, we provide a structured feasibility …
How to Plan Your Eco-Retrofit: A Step-by-Step Guide
by Sean Hill on Jan 14, 2025
Transforming your home through an eco-retrofit isn’t just about saving energy - it’s about reshaping how you live. At RISE Design Studio, we believe the best homes are those that work in harmony with the environment while enhancing the day-to-day experience of their inhabitants.
Redefining the Modern Country House: The Art and Challenge of Paragraph 80
by Sean Hill on Dec 13, 2024
For those who dream of creating a one-of-a-kind home nestled in the quiet beauty of the countryside, Paragraph 80 offers a rare and exciting opportunity. This section of the UK’s National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is not just a policy - it’s an invitation to think differently, …
