Hollaway Studio is an architectural and interior design practice that creates innovative designs to meet the needs of modern society. We are based in London, but our work spans across the South East England and we’re pleased to offer architecture services in Maidstone. Our focus lies on how people interact with spaces through out buildings – whether they be public or private areas.
We have worked on many projects in Maidstone, both commercial and residential. One key project in our portfolio is the Process Gallery, just outside the village of Lenham. Our designs are unashamedly ambitious, but reflect their surroundings. We focus on how people use spaces and flow through buildings. Working closely with our clients, our team of architects and interior designers realise your brief and aspirations to create a successful and memorable guest experience.
Architectural design is much more than technical drawings – it begins with feeling. For place, for the past, for the needs and wants of the now, and for a future that matters. It listens. It empathises. It’s pragmatic. It’s an understanding that informs everything we do. It makes buildings that work – truly, beautifully. This is how we approach all architecture and design projects, in Maidstone and beyond.
An architecture and design practice is nothing without its people, and the very best practices are those in which everyone has a voice – however different it may be. We are extremely fortunate Hollaway is exactly this: an extraordinary bunch of thinkers, talkers, and doers. These are the people that get buildings made.
Completely unusual, a studio and gallery in the village of Lenham, just outside Maidstone. A place for seeing into and being seen into, it was essential that the materials used for Process Gallery’s construction embody the art it would both facilitate and show off. The bones of the building had to be laid bare – in much the same way as Veasey’s work finds its way into exposing those of his subjects. Hence, everything looks like it should look: concrete floors, a ply-clad interior, and exposed concrete walls. Nothing is hidden, camouflaged, obscured. There is no trickery, no conceit.
Hollaway’s approach to architecture and design always starts with people and place. How does a building contribute to the community it will inhabit? How will people interact and engage with the architecture created in this space? Under his leadership and hands on approach Guy Hollaway has created a design-led Practice committed to innovative building solutions, with work ranging from prestigious one off commissions to large scale regeneration projects.
The RIBA award-winning architecture and design practice has built its reputation working on a wide array of projects, including a cutting-edge skate park, the world’s first heritage theme park, a bespoke artist’s studio in an open field, and a high-end seafood restaurant. The breadth of these projects may be wide, but each one brings the perfect balance of playfulness and sincerity, with a firm focus on placemaking, sustainability and the experience of the individuals who will use the space.
London
10A Acton Street WC1X 9NG
+44 (0)20 7096 5425
Kent
The Tramway Stables, Rampart Road
Hythe CT21 5BG
+44 (0)1303 260 515
From Saxon village to Kent’s largest town
The city of Maidstone is a mid-sized town and civil parish with a population of just under 80,000. The architecture in and around the city is rich and diverse and we, the team at Hollaway Studios, provide commercial and residential architectural services throughout the area.
Hollaway Studio is a progressive design practice with a difference; we see each project as having both artistic and social value, this results in everything we do is highly considered and tailor-made to meet the aspirations of our clients whilst remaining true to our architectural ethos.
Architectural services in Maidstone
Hollaway Studios provide a wide variety of architectural services throughout the Maidstone area including:
- Architectural design & consultation.
- Management of building regulations, planning, and listed building consents to support applications for listed buildings and conservation areas.
- Preparation and submission of planning.
Forward-thinking design is at the heart of everything we do, and this is evident in our project portfolio. We are multi-award-winning; the People’s Choice Award winners of the Hackney Design Awards, 2020 and Commercial Category winner of the RICS South East Awards, 2020. Visit our projects page to find out more about these industry-recognised projects and more.
Architectural highlights of Maidstone
As lovers of all things design and architecture, we should take a moment to appreciate some of Maidstone’s architectural highlights. Some of our favourites include:
Maidstone Library
The Maidstone Library is an 18th century building that has seen many changes in ownership and title. It’s most notable features are its elaborate bay windows, parapets with cupolas on top (handy for firing cannons), sculptures along the facade; all factored in to give the building its castle-like appearance.
Leeds Castle
A short distance from Maidstone, this is one of the most famous castles in Kent. Built 900 years ago during the reign William The Conqueror’s son, Henry I. It has been home to royalty for centuries and now attracts visitors from far and wide.
Stoneacre
The half timbered Yeoman’s house is a 15th century building featuring an inner court with tall, stained glass windows. It has been beautifully restored and filled to the brim with charm!