Planning consent has been given by Waverley Borough Council for a new addition to iconic dining halls designed by Richard Gilbert Scott. The 2150sqft extension is due to be completed for the new 2011-12 academic year, along with the refurbishment of existing kitchen and dining areas.

Design Engine has received planning consent from Winchester City Council for the conversion of a farm complex in Upham, Hampshire, to residential use. The scheme involves the removal of newer steel framed barns and the ‘release’ of the older flint, brick and stone barn. The barn will be sensitively converted to living accommodation with a lightweight gallery inserted between the thresher door openings, with a contemporary extension to accommodate bedroom suites and a snug lounge.

Design Engine have been selected along with ten other practices to design pilot houses for the new Mid-Cornwall Eco-Town in St Austell. The initiative is a joint venture between Orascom Development and Imerys and first phase of development will begin with the pilot project to demonstrate the concepts of eco town living.