About Forgeworks
We are an award-winning creative architecture studio with extensive experience in residential design
Forgeworks is an award-winning RIBA Chartered practice specialising in new houses, extensions, and retrofits. We work with homeowners and developers to create buildings that are innovative and modern with a distinct sense of character.
The studio was established in 2021 and is led by studio director Chris Hawkins from our offices in London and the South West. Chris has over 20 years’ experience in the construction industry spanning residential, cultural, workplace and community projects, including the Stirling Prize nominated Olympic Velodrome.
We know that great design can unlock the potential of any building and have a huge impact on your enjoyment of your home. Inspired by both vernacular and contemporary architecture, Forgeworks’ projects combine expressive forms and spatial problem-solving with thoughtful use of materials and a unique crafted identity.
Forgeworks is experienced in sourcing and working with skilled tradespeople and consultants to deliver high quality design and value at any scale, and has a proven track record of success obtaining planning consent.
Naturally collaborative, we enjoy getting to know our clients and understanding what they want and need from their home. From initial conversations through to final delivery, we will involve and support you through the process - ensuring your design brief is translated into a beautiful building that works for you.
If you are considering a renovation, extension or new build project and would like to find out more about Forgeworks and our approach, please get in touch.
Photography by Lance McNulty
Testimonials
Every project has a story from concept to completion and our clients continue to enjoy our projects to this day
What do our clients think about their homes?
We are grateful to have, and continue to work with an amazing number of clients with a wide variety homes and sites, who have aspirations to create exciting designs. Below are a few examples of what our clients’ thought about their homes.
“A family space that can flex from zen to high energy when you need it to - a feeling of reassurance and confidence. We reconnected with our garden green space, much needed in the pandemic and unwittingly gained a work from home space that transitioned us to new ways of working and changing family life”
“What we loved the most is how it makes us feel emotionally. We loved the textures, contrasts and details in the design choices - simultaneously calming and provocative - still wake up every morning and think “ I love this space - what will today bring”
“Forgeworks listened to what we wanted from our home and embraced our stylistic preferences. They were proactive and collaborative, and were always quick to respond to questions or challenges”
“The lattice ply roof structure is so unique and just incredibly beautiful. It’s the standout feature in our entire house”
“An un-recognisable transformation into a spacious contemporary home” We love the simple details, such as the exposed brick wall. The fact it’s constructed from repurposed bricks from our old chimney is an added bonus! Forgeworks provided the empathy, experience and know how we were looking for, yet also challenged some of our pre-conceived ideas”
“The new design makes use of all of the available space but still retains a spacious open feeling. We now have a large corner bench area that looks out onto the garden, this area provided a bright usable area for everyone in the family to enjoy throughout the day”
Press & Publishing
Our projects have featured in national, award winning publications.
Publishing + Press
Our projects have been publicised nationally in the UK press and we also feature in a number of online design directory’s for Architecture + Interiors.
All our projects are professionally photographed and subject to Copyright of the original photographer. If you would like to use our imagery please get in touch to discuss.
For all new press enquiries please contact us at press@forgeworks.co.uk
