The Studio

about us

Established in 1986, Hinton Cook is a dynamic architectural practice offering a complete design service from inception to completion. Using a wide range of contemporary and traditional forms and materials we can create exciting, engaging designs.

Design philosophy

Our design philosophy ensures each project is individually designed drawing upon site location, topography and context. While we work broadly across the UK, principally our focus is in the counties surrounding Milton Keynes: Beds, Bucks, Herts, Northants & Warwicks.


Sustainability is integral to the Hinton Cook design process and we believe gathering these themes into a holistic package results in elegant and robust design solutions.

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Studio profile

We’ve worked on a range of projects, from bespoke luxury homes to master plans, community buildings and schools, historic building renovations and barn conversions. As well as conserving existing buildings modernise our built heritage to protect it for future generations.

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Self builders

We have the expertise and experience to help you turn your visions into reality.


Whether you’re a homeowner looking to extend, or a builder wanting to construct from scratch, we help you add value and functionality so you can achieve the best return on your investment.

Developers & contractors

We help professionals deliver quality projects in a cost effective and well executed way.


We are more than just designers, we are practical problem solvers who have the detailed knowledge to provide appropriate advice and support while project managing the whole works, and keeping within budget.

bringing dreams to life

Having completed an extensive variety of projects in several diverse sectors our experience allows us to work effectively with clients to create quality designs on time and on budget.

Our People

Our Awards

2019 - Aylesbury Vale D.C. Design Award - Canada Wood House, Winslow
2019 - Aylesbury Vale D.C. Design Award - Canada Wood House, Winslow
Aylesbury Vale
2016 - Aylesbury Vale D.C. Design Award - Midsummer House
2014 - The Grove
2014 - Aylesbury Vale D.C. Design Award - The Grove
2007 - Macintyre School
2007 - Aylesbury Vale D.C. Design Award - Macintyre School
Gavin Hinton
2006 - "Inspirational People within the industry" Award - Gavin Hinton Cook
East Grinstead
2005 - St Margaret's Loop Competition - East Grinstead
Manor Farm Barns
2003 - RIBA South Good Design Award - Manor Farm Barns
The Old Gaol
2002 - Aylesbury Vale D.C. Design Award - The Old Gaol
Cooks Wharf
2002 - Aylesbury Vale D.C. Design Award - Cooks Wharf
Cricket Pavilion
1993 - Aylesbury Vale D.C. Design Awards - Cricket Pavilion
RIBA 1986
1986 - RIBA Southern region Energy Award

Our Clients

Asha

Asha

Broomfield

Broomfield

english brothers

english brothers

Bellway

Bellway

discovery centre

discovery centre

homes and communities agency

homes and communities agency

Macintyre

Macintyre

National trust

National trust

Parks Trust

Parks Trust

Resolution homes

Resolution homes

St Francis

St Francis

Storey homes

Storey homes

Swanbourne

Swanbourne

Reformed Church

Reformed Church

Thornhill

Thornhill

weston homes

weston homes

MJD Homes

MJD Homes

Frosts

Frosts

Elliot Charles

Elliot Charles

Eastco Homes

Eastco Homes

FSG

FSG

Rushden Town Council

Rushden Town Council

Shenley Brook End

Shenley Brook End

Make your

dreams come true

Call us today to arrange a consultation and we will discuss your project and how to bring it to life.

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