Architecture Blog & News by HOKO Design, Glasgow

Kitchen extension designed with circulation space

An interior designer’s take on creating space for Christmas

The way we celebrate Christmas is changing. With the pandemic leading to widespread travel restrictions and a burgeoning trend towards ‘staycations’, many of us are deciding...

Wondering how to make your home more eco-friendly?

Are you wondering how to make your house more eco-friendly? With the COP26 Climate Summit just weeks away, the Climate Crisis has never been...

What are the benefits of cladding? A guide to the UK’s most underrated building material

What is cladding? So you want to make a statement on the outside of your home but you’re not sure how to achieve...

Loft conversion to add value to a home through renovation

7 Projects that will add value to your home

So you want to know how to add value to your home? Homes are our biggest assets. And adding value to your home...

Our top tips to achieve indoor / outdoor living in your home

Being cooped up inside for over a year has led to a boom in indoor/outdoor living. It’s not difficult to see why. When your...

Are the days of open-plan living over? Is broken-plan the new open-plan?

Open-plan interior design has been a trend for over twenty years, but is it really the best layout for our homes? Many are beginning...

Four things you can do to improve your home this year

We may be half way through the year – but there’s still so much you can do to make the most of your living...

House with timber clad extension

So you’re planning a renovation? Here’s what you need to know

Planning a home renovation can be stressful and you might have lots of questions and concerns – that’s where we come in. HOKO has...

What are the top 3 reasons people put off using an Architect?

So you want to make improvements to your home – but you’re not sure about working with an Architect? We get it, we’ve listed...

lamps hang at different heights next to a skylight

How to make your perfect home office

Without a home office, It’s hard to be productive from the kitchen table. It’s the heart of the home – it’s not designed for...