OUR TEAM

Our development team is a tried-and-tested collaboration between small-scale construction professionals who have worked together on a number of award-winning projects in Cornwall and the South-West. All members recognise the importance of designing for tomorrow to ensure that we do not burden the next generation with buildings that use finite resources wastefully, pollute the atmosphere or create excessive carbon emissions. 

 We hope that you share our goal of creating projects that respect both the planet and people. Please see our ZERO CARBON page for a better understanding of why we believe that everyone should be designing and building more sustainably NOW 

 "Olga and Rupert are lovely hosts who take great pride in their properties and provide an exceptional experience which is difficult to fault. Everything from the chilled scented towels on arrival to the chilled room and everything in between speaks of their eye for detail. Marari Villas provides that quintessential Kerala experience but with all the comfort and attention to detail you'd expect from seasoned hosts and hoteliers."

Awards

• TripAdvisor: 5.0 'Excellent' Rating 
• ‘Travellers’ Choice 2020’ Award and ‘Hall of Fame’ 2012-2020
• Booking.com: Rated 9.1 'Superb' 

Publications 

Condé Nast Traveller – Elle - Lonely Planet - The Independent - Mail Online

  "At every stage KAST have been incredibly supportive and their handling throughout the planning stages was so diplomatic. Their love of great craftsmanship and their passion for Cornish materials shines through every aspect of the house. We are not only proud of the amazing achievement Sylvania is, but we are proud to call KAST our friends." 

Awards

• Build It Awards 2021 – Winner ‘Best Renovation Architect’ 
• Build It Awards 2019 – Winner ‘Best Self-Build Architect’ 
• Cornwall Buildings Group 2018 - Commendation
• Build It Awards 2017 - Shortlisted ‘Best Self-Build Architect’ 

Publications

• Architects Journal, Grand Designs Magazine, Self-Build & Design Magazine, Build It Magazine 

  "I couldn't be any happier with the results. They have transformed my business with their creative vision. Staff and clients to our hair salon are very impressed. Thanks, we all love it! "

   "I have worked with 'ML' for over 5 years on varied landscape projects.  I love their collaborative approach to design. They have helped achieve a holistic approach to joint projects that seamlessly links built design buildings with landscape. They are innovative, creative and a pleasure to work with." 

   "We work with 'W' regularly on a variety of projects at a variety of scales. When we recommend 'GG's services to our clients we are happy in the knowledge that they will get thorough and professional advice from an expert in his field, a.k.a. the 5-star treatment!"

"We have used 'W' and his team on all of our projects. Will has a great in-depth knowledge of the low energy industry and the application of technologies. His work is always of a very high standard, neat and tidy. Overall, I would highly recommend and look forward to working with him on our next project." 

 Interior Design Awards

• Best Interior Design Award (New Build), 2019 Building Better Healthcare Awards
• Shortlisted in the Small House of the Year category, Sunday Times British Homes Awards 2020 

   Landscape Design Awards

• Shortlisted for an 'Excellence in Heritage and Culture' Award by the Landscape Institute
• Shortlisted for an 'Excellence in Community Engagement' Award by the Landscape Institute
• London in Bloom Award and South West in Bloom Award 

Services Engineer Awards

• Nominated for 2021 LABC Building Excellence Awards
• Finalist in 2020 LABC Building Excellence Awards