With property prices soaring, mortgage rates rising, and a lack of affordable homes on the market, many families are looking for new ways to maximise their budget, while still securing their dream home – and rule-breaking architect Danny Campbell has proven it can be done for thousands less than the average flat.
Three years ago, the new Scotland’s Home of the Year judge bought an ex-council house in Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire, for £80,000, and after clever renovations to improve the layout and design, the property is now a welcoming, comfortable space for his family of five.
5. Before
From start to finish, Danny carefully considered every aspect of the design, and has used his experience of the project to inform his business’ newest service, which helps homeowners upgrade their interiors without being constrained by traditional architectural approaches.
6. After
From start to finish, Danny carefully considered every aspect of the design, and has used his experience of the project to inform his business’ newest service, which helps homeowners upgrade their interiors without being constrained by traditional architectural approaches.
7. Before
“The project was conducted as an experiment, partly to test the capabilities of our recently launched interior design service, HOKO Shop,” explained Danny, who founded his architectural firm in 2016 at the age of 25.
8. After
“We wanted to put it to the test before we offered it to our clients, and completing our own remodel gave us the chance to experience what it would be like for our clients to use the service, including dealing with suppliers, choosing materials and maximising small, awkward or seemingly unusable spaces.”