Architects in Bishopthorpe

Who we are

Finn and Finn Architect is a small family business working in the Bishopthorpe area and specialising in domestic house extensions. The Primary Residential House Extension Architects in Bishopthorpe and York

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Architects in Bishopthorpe

What we do

Finn and Finn Architect undertake many residential Architect and residential Architectural projects every year and pride themselves on having a constructive working relationship with York City Council planning officers.

We offer a personalised Architectural service to Bishopthorpe and indeed all York residents tailoring our services to the requirements of each individual client. We have an extensive knowledge of the relevant Bishopthorpe residential planning policies and will navigate the planning process with York City Council so that you don’t have to.

Whether you’re looking to extensively remodel and extend a house within Bishopthorpe or  simply to add a modest single storey kitchen extension to the rear of a semi-detached town house we will offer a competitively priced service. Both Sarah and Chris jointly consider each project to incorporate the best of two generations of designers.

In most cases both Chris and Sarah will visit your house together to undertake the building survey and formulate a brief of your requirements. We will advise on the best way to navigate the York planning system from the outset.

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Our Services

Design and Planning Applications for:

We will offer a fixed fee with no VAT applicable to provide the necessary designs and drawings to make a householder planning application on your behalf. We will modify and revise the design as many times as necessary to ensure you end up with the design you want at the fee we quote.

Our Building Regulations Drawing service provides enough information for any competent builder to provide an accurate price for the work and to go on and build the project. Fixed Fees for this service will depend on the size of the projects and will have no VAT applicable.

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Interesting Facts about Bishopthorpe

Bishopthorpe, a charming village and civil parish just three miles south of York, has a rich history and intriguing architectural features. Let’s explore:

1. Origins and Name:
   • Bishopthorpe was historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974.
   • In the 13th century, Archbishop Walter de Grey acquired the manor house and gifted it to the Dean and Chapter of York Minster.
   • This transformed it into Bishopthorpe Palace, the official residence of the Archbishop of York.
   • Many of the village’s roads are named after past Archbishops¹.
2. Bishopthorpe Palace:
   • Construction: Originally built between 1241 and 1250 by Archbishop Walter de Grey, the palace’s undercroft used stone from an old manor house on the same site.
   • Materials: Constructed from magnesian limestone (likely sourced from Thevesdale near Tadcaster), it bears mason’s marks similar to York Minster’s south transept.
   • Alterations: Over the centuries, Archbishop Thoresby, Archbishop Rotherham, and Archbishop Drummond made additions and alterations, including a Gothic block in the 18th century².
   • Gatehouse: The gatehouse, built in 1765, adds to its character and historical significance³.
3. Council of 1323:
   • In 1323, Bishopthorpe hosted a significant council where a truce was negotiated between Edward II and Robert the Bruce after the Battle of Bannockburn.
   • This ended the Scot’s Great Raid of 1322, which had been harrying Yorkshire¹.
4. Water Tower:
   • In 1863, a water tower was constructed to extract well water, ensuring a clean water supply for the residents and the palace³.

Bishopthorpe’s blend of history, architecture, and natural beauty makes it a delightful place to explore! 😊 More about Bishopthorpe Palace Explore Bishopthorpe’s Architectural History Learn about Bishopthorpe on Wikipedia

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