Darren Bray

Darren Bray is Technical Director of award winning New Forest practice Pad Studio. He has been a part time studio tutor at Portsmouth School of Architecture since 2007.

Latest articles by Darren Bray

glass link extension between two stone buildings

Glass link extensions: Structural and design advice for getting them right

By Sarah Harley, Natasha Brinsmead last updated

Glass link extensions can be a striking and practical addition to many homes, but need careful structural and design advice in order to be truly successful. Here's what you need to know if you're considering one

Structure
bat hanging in roof

Bat surveys: Costs, the law and whether you need one for your project

By Darren Bray, Deborah Slade, Jason Orme last updated

Bats are a protected species, and disturbing them and their habitats is a criminal offence. Our guide explains how to successfully navigate the planning process should the presence of bats be suspected in your project

Planning
The double storey bungalow transformation

How to Extend a Bungalow

By Darren Bray published

There are many design challenges associated with extending a bungalow. Architect Darren Bray explains how to get extensions to single-storey homes right

Extension