StudioHIVE takes up residence at the Temperance House in Wraxall
StudioHIVE Architects has moved into Temperance House, a Grade II listed former pub in North Somerset, following an extensive refurbishment project.
The former Battleaxes pub in Wraxall, which had been closed since 2019, has now been transformed into a modern, sustainable workspace by StudioHIVE. The redesign was based on plans by StudioHIVE Architects and both firms have since relocated from Bristol to their new home.
The new offices for StudioHIVE and StudioHIVE Architects feature a games room and kitchen area, while company mascot Harry, a model rhino, is situated outside the main entrance.
Plans for a business centre, serviced accommodation, community hub and new homes at the site have also been approved by North Somerset Council with the support of Wraxall & Failand Parish Council.
Built in 1882, the building has been renamed The Temperance House by StudioHIVE to recognise its origins as a temperance inn for workers at the nearby Tyntesfield Estate.
StudioHIVE and StudioHIVE Architects are involved in several of the South West’s most high-profile projects, including the creation of new offices, homes and student accommodation at the Silverthorne Lane urban regeneration project in Bristol’s Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone.
Matt Scott, director and studio lead at StudioHIVE Architects said: “This has been a major project for the team and it’s been great to see our designs come to fruition, returning the Grade II Listed building to active use whilst respecting its historical character.”
Jason Collard, managing director of StudioHIVE, said: “Having recently celebrated our tenth anniversary, we are delighted to have made the transition from our offices in Oakfield Road, Clifton, to begin the next phase of our journey at The Temperance House.
“As well as providing a contemporary home for our two businesses, we have secured the future of an important and much-loved building, providing a highly desirable place to work, meet, shop and stay for businesses and the wider community in North Somerset and beyond.”