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The Architecture of Rural Living

by The Architecture of Rural Living · English · Arts & Books

Dreaming of building your own home in the countryside? You’re in the right place. Follow Studio 11 Architecture, a rural architecture practice based in Lincolnshire as they share insights into modern rural design, planning ups and downs, and real-life self-build stories.

New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 35 min
Latest: 8 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

8 Oct 2026 · 41 min

The Architecture of Rural Living Episode 10 - New NPPF, New Opportunities for Land Owners

Kris and Becky talk to Nathan Marshall, Land and Estate Agent at Ark Property Centre, Spalding about the new NPPF and what opportunities it presents for land owners in the countryside. After years of working together on various projects, Kris and Nathan discuss the strategies they have developed for opening up pockets of land and diversification. They also share the qualities they look for and the best ways to optimise your land.

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S1 · E9 · 24 Sep 2026 · 35 min
The Architecture of Rural Living Episode 9 - Overheating
After a long, hot summer the issue of overheating in our homes is something we have all tackled. In this episode, Kris and Becky discuss why it has become such a problem in new homes and how considering overheating alongside sustainability at the design stage of your project can irradicate overheating and help your home respond to climate change for the future.
S1 · E8 · 10 Sep 2026 · 42 min
The Architecture of Rural Living Episode 8 - Custom and Self Build
Ever dreamt of building your own home? A home designed just for you, exactly where you wanted it? allowing you to live in the best way for you? That's exactly why MP Richard Bacon introduced The Self-Build and Custom Housebuilding Act in 2015. Making it a statutory duty for Councils to grant sufficient permissions for self builders. It is one of the most helpful acts available to people looking to build houses in the countryside. Kris and Becky discuss why.
S1 · E7 · 27 Aug 2026 · 47 min
The Architecture of Rural Living Episode 7 - The new NPPF and what it means for homes in the countryside
Join us as we explore the Government's new National Planning Policy Framework and discuss policy opportunities for new development in the countryside
S1 · E6 · 13 Aug 2026 · 13 min
The Architecture of Rural Living Episode 6 - Local Plans and Calls for Sites.
What does your Council's Local Plan mean for your plot and what does it mean when a Council puts out a call for sites? Join Kris and Becky as they explain what the Government's housing agenda means for local Councils and ultimately, what to do if you have a plot of land you think would be good for development.
S1 · E5 · 30 Jul 2026 · 29 min
The Architecture of Rural Living Episode 5 - Class Q Barn Conversions
Explore one of the most popular ways of gaining planning permission in the countryside, conversions of agricultural buildings under Class Q. Join Becky and Kris as they discuss the common pitfalls, the opportunities available, the constraints and what can be achieved in addition to Class Q.
16 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
The Architecture of Rural Living Episode 4 - Rural Self Build Planning Appeal Special
Kris and Becky talk through a recent appeal hearing Studio 11 Architecture secured for their client. The appeal was for a rural self build home where self build supply and Paragraph 139 were on the agenda.
S1 · E3 · 2 Jul 2026 · 36 min
The Architecture of Rural Living Episode 3 - Sustainability
In this week’s episode, we explore the different strands of sustainability to consider when building a rural home and how they can improve your project’s long-term performance. We also discuss how thoughtful eco-conscious design and sustainable measures could strengthen your case for planning permission.
18 Jun 2026 · 28 min
The Architecture of Rural Living Episode 2 Paragraph 84e
Exploring Paragraph 84e in detail and the opportunities it offers for building in the open countryside.
4 Jun 2026 · 26 min
The Architecture of Rural Living Episode 1 Planning Permission
Welcome to the first ever episode of The Architecture of Rural Living. In this episode we explore the different routes to gaining planning permission in the countryside
21 May 2026 · 1 min
The Architecture of Rural Living Trailer
The show about what it really takes to build a home in the countryside. From self-builds to conversions, planning to design, if you're dreaming of a rural home, The Architecture of Rural Living is for you.

About The Architecture of Rural Living

The Architecture of Rural Living is a English arts & books podcast from The Architecture of Rural Living. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: The Architecture of Rural Living
Language: English
Category: Arts & Books
New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 35 min
Latest episode: 8 Oct 2026
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