Planning Application submitted for the expansion of Grange School

Cost-effective and robust, this newly built set of pavilions transforms an external school courtyard into a vibrant town center-inspired space. Designed to include shops and a market, it provides students with a unique civic experience, enriching their growth and learning

First round of Consultations. The concept design for the proposed extension to the Listed Building received positive feedback from the Parish Council.

Works at the Teaching Kitchen/Cafe at Calderdale College is near completion.

Works at Warburton Nurseries progressing well

Reception Works almost complete

In Africa, there are numerous inspiring examples of new educational buildings. For decades, architects and NGOs, in collaboration with local communities, have been creating bespoke schools that are both contextual and inspiring, providing excellent spaces for learning and teaching.

However, the reality across African countries is stark: approximately 38 million children are affected by the lack of adequate school provision. With a growing population, there is an urgent need for solutions that are quick, scalable, and financially viable.

I am proud to have contributed to a recent publication by the World Bank that explores the potential of off-site construction in addressing this critical issue. The publication provides a comprehensive overview of off-site construction, detailing its advantages and challenges, and its application in building schools. It examines case studies, shares lessons learned, and investigates whether off-site construction can significantly reduce the educational infrastructure shortfall in low-income countries.

The successful implementation of off-site construction depends heavily on political will. However, this publication demonstrates that off-site construction can indeed deliver the mass scale of classrooms needed. When executed with the collaboration of professionals, NGOs, and local communities, it has the potential to create successful educational environments for the children who need them most.


It was a privilege working on this publication with
Tigran Shmis Jure Kotnik Diego Ambasz Maria Ustinova Devika Singh Dmitry Chugunov

find Publication at The World Bank

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Calderdale College new Reception area. The sample of the timber fin module for the bespoke seating looks great.

With its polished finish, the stone cladding together with the parapet sign subtly mark the entrance to the refurbished Museum

The sign is up and the sun is out in this beautiful morning in Calderdale

After one and an half years of handover, we conducted a Post Occupancy Evaluation with different members of the Client's team. Happy to report that the building is working really well and surpassed expectations. Things to improve include lighting control (not very easy to operate), wall finish (lower sections of classroom walls get easily dirty and are not easy to clean), and wayfinding from car park to main entrance. Lessons learned for next project

Pioneer House new College building almost ready for handover

The bilingual sign is part of the works to make the Mold Museum more visible and welcoming. Sitting on the parapet it reads with the sky for background, enhancing the public square with the invitation to explore. More facade improvements to follow...

Design for the remodeling of the Reception area @ the PWC building is progressing well

The application of the Finish Coat has started, and looking sharp. The External Wall Insulation will dramatically improve the thermal efficiency of the PWC building.

Construction of St Peter's Church Hall is progressing well

Pioneer House High School, steel is up and on programme

Liverpool Townhouse Competition, Entry

Planning Approval obtained for the 6th Form building at Pioneer House High School (SEND)

Planning Approval obtained for House Extension on a well established Victorian street in Trafford.

Overcoming the challenge of being located adjacent to a Schedule Monument, Planning Approval has been granted for the Facade Works at the College

Mid-March 2022 the Client assembled a Design/Management/Construction Team and asked: "The Academy needs a new building to house 3 Classrooms, a Social/Dining area, and Office/Ancillary spaces. We need it for September, can we do it"

Six months after the initial meeting...

Planning Approval obtained for a contemporary house extension in Chester

Grated Apple are pleased to announce that our Director Ruth Clayton in now a Certified Passive House Designer

The steel frame is up at St Peter's Church Hall, and is looking good.

Planning Permission granted for this new Alternative Provision building. A new addition to the Manchester Enterprise Academy, it will form an AP 'Campus' with the existing Hub. Built mostly off-site, design commenced March 2022, build expected to be completed September 20222.

We handed over the new Nursery & Head Office building at Lingley Mere Business Park for the Stepping Stones Group. We look forward to seeing it open and full with life.

We are please to confirm that Grated Apple signed up to the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge. As a RIBA Chartered Practice we take our commitment to sustainable development seriously and are committed to attempt to meet ambitious but achievable energy, water and embodied carbon performance targets on our significant projects.

Planning Application submitted for the replacement hall for St Peter's Church in Lymm

Work is progressing well at the Day Nursery in Lingley Mere

Snagging visit to the MEA Central canopy works. Is looking great...

Work is progressing well at the pair of semis in Lymm.

Works continues well at the MEA Central Courtyard.

Grated Apple wins St Peter's Church Hall design competition. We look forward to delivering this much needed Community Asset for Oughtrington.

Delighted to be appointed again by the World Bank to work on 'Educational Infrastructure and Modern Methods of Construction', an analytical study of the potential of off-site technology for the delivery of school building programmes in low to medium income countries.

Trafford Council granted a positive Certificate of Lawful Development for our proposed large extension to a residential dwelling in the Green Belt in Warburton.

Worthington Primary School extension, nearly ready for hand-over next week.

planning Permission granted by Warrington BC for the re-development of a farm site on the Green Belt..