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LA Hally Architect is an award-winning RIBA Chartered Practice with a young, fresh and innovative approach to design. Our small team of fully qualified Architects is committed to delivering high quality bespoke architecture, tailored to the needs of you and your family.

“We first find out from our clients what their current and expected needs are then we work with them to create their personalised design – working on all scales of the project from the overall concept down to the detail of junctions between different materials. We create lifestyle architecture that provides a flexible uplifting environment of flowing,  well-lit, inspirational spaces that can transform the way you live.”  Lesley Hally, Practice Director

Founded in 2009 by Lesley Hally, LA Hally Architect focuses on high quality private residential projects, which are approached with a passion for contemporary design and detail. Although most of our work is based in Hampshire, we have also had successful projects in the New Forest, Channel Islands, Surrey, Berkshire and London, and our projects  have been featured in a range of magazines such as Real HomesGrand DesignsHomebuilding and Renovating, and Build It, as well as featuring in Channel 4’s Homes by the Sea. At LA Hally Architect we understand that each client has specific needs and rather than prescribing a strict design style, we approach each project individually. We work closely with our clients and contractors to ensure that the vision for each project is fully realised. The ultimate aim is that users of the completed building experience the joy and beauty in the clever use of materials, detailing, space and light.


LA Hally Architect Office in Winchester Lesley Hally Principle Architect

Lesley Hally

Principal Architect
BSc Arch BArch (Hons) RIBA

ARB Registered: 069937C

lesley@lahally.com

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LA Hally Architect Office in Winchester Amelia Samways Architect

Amelia Samways

Associate Architect
BA (Hons) MArch RIBA

ARB Registered: 090415E

amelia.samways@lahally.com

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LA Hally Architect Office in Winchester Anne-Marie Howick Part II Architectural Assistant

Anne-Marie Howick

Part II Architectural Assistant
BSc

anne-marie@lahally.com

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Latest news from LA Hally Architect

LA Hally Architect March News Update NMA Non Material Minor Amendment Permission Granted by Winchester City Council for Residential Extension to Family Home in Winchester

Planning – House 830

March 2025

This week, Winchester City Council granted permission for a minor amendment to a scheme previously approved by a different designer that we have made some changes to! We are getting stuck straight in with the technical detailing stage for this single-storey extension so there will be more of House 830 to come…


LA Hally Architect March News Update New LA Hally Architect Website

Office – New Website Goes Live

March 2025

This week we launched our new website! We’ve had been working on this for a little while now with the goal to make a website that will tell you more about us and what it’s like to work with us. You can check it out right here at www.lahally.com!


LA Hally Architect March News Update International Women

International Women’s Day 2025

March 2025

This week we’re celebrating International Women’s Day which was on Saturday 8th March! We’re proud of what our female owned practice has achieved and we’re looking forward to seeing what we do next…


LA Hally Architect March News Update Future Build Expo in London 2025

Office – Futurebuild Expo 2025

March 2025

Yesterday we all enjoyed an informative day out of the office at the Futurebuild Expo in London! We heard about lots of interesting topics, including some new up and coming technology and products that we’ll be keeping an eye out for…


LA Hally Architect February News Update Closed for Training Day with Front of Office in Winchester Hampshire

Office – Training Day, Office Closed Tues 4th March

February 2025

Next Tuesday (4th March) we are attending Futurebuild 2025 for a training day together out of the office! The office will be closed for the day and we will reply to any messages after we are back in office on the Wednesday, but for anything urgent on the day please contact Lesley’s mobile.
Picture credit: Will Bailey


LA Hally Architect February 2025 News Update Material Palette Inspiration for Residential Extension in Winchester Hampshire

WIP – House 831

February 2025

Here are two different material palette tests for one of our newest projects, House 831. We think both would complement the existing house and streetscape, but they both give very different overall effects! Looking forward to seeing how these material combinations develop as we refine the design…


LA Hally Architect February 2025 News Update Throwback Look Back to Extension and Renovation of Cottage Home in Old Alresford Hampshire with Green Roof

Portfolio – House 644

February 2025

Here’s another look at House 644 but this time with a focus on the externals. The extension has an overall contemporary feel that is finished with mid-century accents, planting, and a green flat roof to soften the overall appearance and reflect the client’s unique style. Check our last post to see the internals for this project!


LA Hally Architect February 2025 News Update Throwback Look Back to Extension and Renovation of Cottage Home in Old Alresford Hampshire with Green Roof

Portfolio – House 644

February 2025

This week we take a look back at the interiors for House 644. The interiors were cleverly crafted to help the new additions to the cottage feel in keeping with the rest of the home, whilst highlighting and celebrate its quirks and unique features. The result is something that feels super homely and reflective of the client’s unique style and makes it a project we really enjoy looking back at!


LA Hally Architect January 2025 News Update End of Terrace House Home Extension to Ground Floor and Loft Conversion Project in Winchester Hampshire

Recently Completed – Winchester

January 2025

House 742 is a celebration of the opportunities terraced houses present. By adding a rear extension, a new dormer, and re-organising the internal layout, this house feels a lot more spacious and bright. This project is fast approaching final certification and we wish the clients all the best with their new home!


LA Hally Architect January 2025 News Update Extension and Renovation to Grade II Listed Home with Flint Work Base and White Render Completed on Site with New Build Out House Annexe in Garden

Recently Completed – Hampshire

January 2025

House 643, a grade II listed house, recently completed on site! This project had tricky planning constraints which were met in various ways including the use of lime render and a flint work base. These materials were used on both the new annex and the new extension, continuing the key characteristics of the house, helping to settle both into their setting immediately whilst also giving a lovely overall effect.


LA Hally Architect January 2025 News Update Planning Permission Granted by Winchester City Council for Window and Door Facade Changes to Mid Terrace Home in Winchester with MVHR Solar Panels and ASHP

Planning – House 821

January 2025

Last week we received planning permission from Winchester City Council for House 821 which looks at creating a better connection between the inside spaces and the view outside. There was also a focus on bettering the sustainable performance of the house by installing both solar panels and an air source heat pump, future proofing it for years to come.


LA Hally Architect January 2025 News Update Built It Magazine Project Feature Coach House Conversion into Habitable Residential Home in Twyford Winchester Hampshire

Press – House 456

January 2025

Happy new year everyone! We’re starting this year off with a project feature in Build it Magazine’s February edition. House 456 is a renovated and converted coach house that focuses on using the contemporary additions to highlight and celebrate the original character of this piece of history!


LA Hally Architect December 2024 News Update Christmas Party and Christmas Jumper Day

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from LA Hally Architect

December 2024

Last week was rather festive in the office with both Christmas jumper day and our Christmas meal! We are closing for the holidays from this Friday (20th December) but from all of us here at LA Hally Architect, we wish you all a very Merry Christmas and we will return in the New Year on Wednesday 2nd January.

Happy holidays!


LA Hally Architect December 2024 News Update Year Look Back

Office – 2024 Look Back

December 2024

2024 marked 15 years of LA Hally Architect and this anniversary year was just as rewarding as all of those before it. As another year draws to a close, we wanted to take a look back at some of our highlights from this past year!

Houses 720, 737, 753, and 798 are all pretty much finished on site and are all looking great!

Houses 806 and 818 have started on site and Houses 803, 811, and 817 are well on their way to that stage too.

House 658 has finished its 6-month defects period and is signed off with House 742 close to follow…

We had lots of projects through planning this year from a whole variety of local councils including new build House 811, House 730 which is a conversion of five flats in a Grade II listed building back into a singular family home, and an extension to House 792, a Grade II listed barn conversion.

Many more interesting projects are also in the works including Project 820, a community village hall near Oxford, and House 826, a vertical extension to one of our previous projects!

Some great office events including evenings at Hobson’s Choice, a building tour with RIBA Hampshire, and a trip to London.

House 709 featured in Build It Magazine’s September 2024 edition and we have another feature lined up for the new year.
Our office closes from 20th December 2024 – 2nd January 2025. We have lots of exciting projects lined up for the new year so we’re looking forward to seeing what the new year will bring…


LA Hally Architect December 2024 News Update Christmas Card New Build Home Christmas Decoration with Tree in Stairwell

Office – Christmas Card 2024

December 2024

Happy December all! We hope everyone is starting to feel festive and that the decorations have started to go up – on the left is our Christmas card for this year which we made before we saw how the clients at House 544 had actually decorated their new staircase (picture on the right) and we think we got it pretty spot on!



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LA Hally Architect
11 Charlecote Mews
Staple Gardens
Winchester
Hampshire
SO23 8SR

design@lahally.com
01962 843 500
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