About

A RIBA Chartered Practice, established in 2019 by Tim Howell and Danny Knox.

We are passionate about our work, no matter the scale. Our work demonstrates our attention to detail, consideration of context and our love of materials. We love to collaborate, and we believe the key to successful projects is to assemble the best project team. We can help manage your project from initial inception, through planning, building regulations and finally whilst your project is being constructed.

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The process

01

Thorough briefing: listening first

Great residential architecture starts with understanding you, from your lifestyle and aesthetic goals to your budget.

Great residential architecture starts with understanding you. We begin every project by diving into your lifestyle, aesthetic goals, and practical needs. We discuss your budget openly from day one, ensuring our architectural design aligns perfectly with your financial reality.

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Detailed site analysis: designing for place

Striking modern design must respond to its environment: natural light, topography and the unique Isle of Wight landscape.

Striking modern design must respond to its environment. We conduct an in-depth analysis of your site by reviewing natural light, topography, and the unique Isle of Wight landscape. This ensures your home belongs exactly where it is built.

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Client collaboration: a true partnership

We design with you, not just for you, and your voice drives the project.

We design with you, not just for you, and your voice drives the project. Because traditional architectural floor plans can sometimes feel difficult to read, we ensure you fully understand your design before a single brick is laid. During our early meetings, we use hand-drawn 2D sketches to quickly explore ideas and map out spatial relationships together in real time. Moving beyond flat drawings, we then model concepts in three dimensions. This allows you to digitally view your new home or extension, see how sunlight enters the rooms at different times of day, and truly feel the scale of the space. We invite your honest feedback and iterate together until the design perfectly captures your vision.

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Local authority engagement: navigating planning permission

We act as your advocate, leading all engagement with local planning officers.

We act as your advocate, leading all engagement with local planning officers. Our deep local knowledge allows us to navigate planning permissions smoothly, securing the best possible outcome for your build.

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Consultant coordination: seamless integration

We manage the broader project team, including structural engineers, surveyors and energy assessors.

Delivering high quality architecture requires expert coordination. We manage the broader project team, including structural engineers, surveyors, and energy assessors, ensuring every technical detail integrates flawlessly with our design.

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Unified teamwork: bringing your build to life

From technical drawings to the building site, we work hand in hand with Island contractors and tradespeople.

From technical drawings to the active building site, teamwork is everything. We work hand in hand with Island contractors and tradespeople to foster a collaborative environment, ensuring your modern build is executed exactly as designed and to the highest possible standard.

Danny Knox and Tim Howell reviewing a project from the scaffolding on site
The practice

KnoxHowell Architects is a progressive architectural practice based on the Isle of Wight.

Founded by locally born and raised architects Tim Howell and Danny Knox, our studio specialises in delivering striking modern architecture through a collaborative, deeply client-focused design process.

We aim to craft spaces of joyful calm, where the beauty of the surrounding context is brought to life through pure simplicity, natural light, and surrounding views.

We are passionate about contemporary design, but we intentionally leave industry elitism at the door. Our core mission is to make high-quality, modern architecture approachable and accessible for all clients, regardless of their budget. By prioritising clear communication and true collaboration, Tim and Danny work closely with you to translate your ideas into beautiful, highly functional spaces.

Whether you are commissioning a bespoke new build or a modest contemporary extension, our practice is rooted in a structured and transparent design process. From the initial concept sketch to the final construction phase, Tim, Danny, and the KnoxHowell team ensure that you remain at the absolute centre of the architectural journey.

The studio

A Grade II listed Georgian terrace in East Cowes.

After two years in Cowes, the practice moved to Clarence Road in summer 2026: a listed Georgian terrace with room to grow, character to spare and on road parking for clients. We will share the space as it evolves.

The KnoxHowell team working at a shared plywood desk in the Clarence Road studio, East Cowes