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Thomas Studio – Serving Cotswolds & Gloucestershire

Cotswolds’ Grand Designs Planning Specialist

Garry Thomas – Top-25 Grand Designs Architect Behind Award-Winning Projects

From impossible open countryside planning permissions to national television features, I turn architectural dreams into reality across England’s most challenging and beautiful locations.

Why Choose Thomas Studio for Your Cotswolds Project?

Specialist expertise in Gloucestershire’s unique planning challenges and Cotswolds AONB constraints

The Cotswolds presents unique architectural challenges – from historic village conservation areas to the Cotswolds AONB’s strict development controls. Thomas Studio combines award-winning design with deep understanding of Cotswold District Council’s planning requirements.

Whether you’re looking to build in a Cotswolds village conservation area, convert a Cotswolds stone barn, or secure a rare Paragraph 84(e) approval in the Cotswolds countryside, our proven track record delivers results where standard approaches fail.

 
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Award-Winning Architect Serving the Cotswolds

Top-25 Grand Designs recognition with specialist expertise in Cotswolds AONB planning

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“Specialist expertise in Cotswolds AONB planning challenges”
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Gloucestershire Planning Challenges We Solve

The Cotswolds AONB designation creates unique planning complexities that require specialist architectural expertise.

From conservation area constraints in historic Cotswolds villages to AONB landscape assessments, Thomas Studio navigates Cotswold District Council’s requirements with proven success. Our expertise covers Cotswolds stone barn conversions, countryside homes in the AONB, and complex heritage projects throughout the Cotswolds and surrounding areas.

Understanding the Cotswolds’ local character assessments, AONB policies, and historic village sensitivities is crucial for planning success – this is where our specialist knowledge delivers results.

 

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Where to Build Your Dream Home in the Cotswolds

The Cotswolds offers exceptional opportunities for discerning clients, from honey-stone villages to outstanding natural beauty across the AONB. Thomas Studio’s expertise in Cotswolds planning policy ensures your project succeeds where others fail.

The most challenging sites often offer the greatest rewards – whether converting a Cotswolds stone barn, securing AONB approval for a new build, or navigating historic village conservation requirements. Our proven track record with Cotswold District Council delivers results.

Understanding Paragraph 84(e) is crucial for countryside developments – this is where our expertise truly shines.

Exclusive Cotswolds Sites Through Our Network

For visionary clients seeking exceptional Cotswolds locations, we offer exclusive access to carefully curated countryside sites through our private landowner network. These unique opportunities in the Cotswolds would otherwise be unavailable through traditional channels.

Our comprehensive service guides you from exclusive site selection through complex AONB planning applications to architectural excellence – creating homes that celebrate the Cotswolds’ outstanding landscapes.

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Ready to Start Your Cotswolds Project?

Let’s discuss how we can bring your architectural vision to life in the Cotswolds’ most beautiful locations.