Located along Durton Lane in the highly sought-after village of Broughton, the Blundel Brook and Broughton Folds projects comprise two individually designed, bespoke self-build dwellings. The homes sit directly alongside Churchhill House, another Studio FRI project, forming a cohesive group of high-quality residential schemes that share a consistent architectural language and a careful response to their semi-rural context. Together, the projects demonstrate a considered approach to scale, proportion and long-term liveability, contributing positively to the evolving character of Durton Lane while respecting the established village setting.
Working closely with the clients, Studio FRI revisited the internal layouts of both dwellings to ensure the spaces genuinely reflected how the homes would be used in practice. This involved refining room proportions, circulation routes and relationships between key living spaces, with particular attention given to natural light, flow and flexibility for future family life. All refinements were carefully managed within the parameters of the approved planning schemes, allowing the quality of the internal environments to be enhanced without triggering additional planning complexity or delay.
Throughout the technical design and construction stages, Studio FRI acted as the central point of coordination between the client, structural engineer and on-site contractor. We led the detailed design development, resolving structural interfaces, floor build-ups and key junctions to ensure that architectural intent was accurately translated from drawings to the built form. By remaining closely involved during construction, we were able to respond efficiently to site queries, guide informed decision-making and manage design changes in a controlled and considered manner. This approach provided reassurance to the clients, protected design quality and supported a well managed build process from start to finish.
The Blundel Brook and Broughton Folds homes contribute to a cohesive architectural narrative along Durton Lane – one defined by restraint, proportion and attention to detail rather than visual excess. The projects reflect Studio FRI’s wider approach to bespoke residential architecture in Broughton and across Lancashire: design-led, technically rigorous and grounded in a clear understanding of planning, construction and long-term liveability.
If you are exploring a self-build or new residential project – from early feasibility and planning strategy through to technical delivery and completion on site – Studio FRI provides calm, expert architectural oversight at every stage. Whether you are assessing a plot, progressing an approved scheme or navigating the complexities of construction, our role is to bring clarity where projects are complex, and confidence where decisions matter. To discuss your project in confidence, contact Studio FRI to arrange an initial conversation.
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