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We are edge

A people and places first urban design and masterplanning studio.

We deliver great ideas and create special places through imaginative placemaking

Our team of highly skilled Urban Designers are passionate about inspiring design. Our core focus is on delivering high-quality development and regeneration throughout the UK, working closely with our clients to ensure robust results.

We are edge

A people and places first urban design and masterplanning studio.

We deliver great ideas and create special places through imaginative placemaking

Our team of highly skilled Urban Designers are passionate about inspiring design. Our core focus is on delivering high-quality development and regeneration throughout the UK, working closely with our clients to ensure robust results.

Who are we?

edge is a fresh, innovative and exciting Urban Design and Masterplanning practice with extensive experience of delivering successful projects throughout the UK. We are a team of ambitious, creative and inspiring individuals driven to provide a great service to all our clients.

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Who are we?

We are a fresh, innovative and exciting Urban Design and Masterplanning practice with extensive experience of delivering successful projects throughout the UK. We are a team of ambitious, creative and inspiring individuals driven to provide a great service to all our clients.

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What do we do?

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We deliver bespoke and high-quality Urban Design and Masterplanning services to all of our clients. We listen, tailor our response to your needs and pride ourselves in our collaborative approach to the design process. Our energy, enthusiasm, and attention to detail ensure a service which not only brings you great ideas but also delivers robust results.

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Meet the team!

Step inside our Thame studio for a whistle-stop tour of our Oxfordshire base! Hear from the team, meet our co-founders and experience life on the edge!

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What do we do?

We deliver bespoke and high-quality Urban Design and Masterplanning services to all of our clients. We listen, tailor our response to your needs and pride ourselves in our collaborative approach to the design process. Our energy, enthusiasm, and attention to detail ensure a service which not only brings you great ideas but also delivers robust results.

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Our Services Include:

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Feasibility Studies and Bids

New Settlements

Visioning and Site Promotion

Outline Planning Applications

Detailed Planning Applications

Competitions

Grow Your Own Way

The edge Graduate to Director Programme is back for 2026! Are you a soon-to-be urban design graduate looking to kick start your career? Then we want to hear from you! Applications open on Monday 2nd March, so head this way for everything you need to about ‘growing your own way.’

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Grow Your Own Way

The edge Graduate to Director Programme is back for 2026! Are you a soon-to-be urban design graduate looking to kick start your career? Then we want to hear from you! Applications open on Monday 2nd March, so head this way for everything you need to about ‘growing your own way.’

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Meet the team!

Step inside our Thame studio for a whistle-stop tour of our Oxfordshire base! Hear from the team, meet our co-founders and experience life on the edge!

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Our latest work

 
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Littleton Green

Buckinghamshire

St Ives

Cambridgeshire

Harrington

Oxfordshire

North Barnes Farm

East Sussex

Bicknacre

Chelmsford

Sibson Garden Community

Huntingdonshire

Grove Gateway

Oxfordshire

Eastern Way Quarries

Bedfordshire

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Our latest work

 
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Bath Road

Bristol

Levante Gate

Milton Keynes

Made for Me

Global Initiative

Tidbury Green

Solihull

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What our clients and colleagues say

 
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“Working with edge has been creative, stimulating and refreshing. Hannah and Sarah consistently challenge the boring norms of business. Their ability to think differently and with confidence is inspiring and uplifting. I have seen edge go from strength to strength, bringing levity to the world of urban design and business, whilst working hard for their clients and industry.”

Julie Williams, Lighting Fires

“edge are excellent team players and work hard to achieve success. They bring with them an enthusiastic approach to achieve a clear vision, which is delivered with the right level of innovation. Most importantly, having worked with them on mutual projects, Hannah, Sarah and the team are a pleasure to work with.”

Richard Stacey, Evoke

“Hannah and Sarah are fantastic to work with. The enthusiasm and passion which they bring is inspiring, and it is reflected in the quality of the work they produce. I would highly recommend edge and I look forward to working with them again in the future.”

Briony Stenhouse, Richborough Estates

“It has been a pleasure working with edge. They have a real enthusiasm for what they do and a ‘can do’ attitude which delivers high quality on time and on budget.”

Grant Stevenson, Rainier Developments

“edge have an excellent team and are a pleasure to work with. They are commercially-minded and excellent at presenting their ideas to landowners and council officers. They make a significant contribution to our consultant team on projects and their work is always done on time and on budget.”

Russell Crow, Gallagher Developments

“edge approach all projects with such a degree of positivity and professionalism that it is always an absolute pleasure working with them, and ensures that the end product is of the highest quality. Always great to see edge on the project team directory.”

Alastair Macquire, Align Landscape Planning

“I have known the team at edge for a number of years now. They are our first port of call for masterplanning and urban design. The whole team has an innovative approach and they always deliver quality projects efficiently. Their bright and friendly team and business ethos shines through in everything they do.”

Mark Schmull, Arrow Planning

“We are proud to be associated with edge.”

Reuben Bellamy, Lone Star Land

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What our clients and colleagues say

 
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“Working with edge has been creative, stimulating and refreshing. Hannah and Sarah consistently challenge the boring norms of business. Their ability to think differently and with confidence is inspiring and uplifting. I have seen edge go from strength to strength, bringing levity to the world of urban design and business, whilst working hard for their clients and industry.”

Julie Williams, Lighting Fires

“edge are excellent team players and work hard to achieve success. They bring with them an enthusiastic approach to achieve a clear vision, which is delivered with the right level of innovation. Most importantly, having worked with them on mutual projects, Hannah, Sarah and the team are a pleasure to work with.”

Richard Stacey, Evoke

“Hannah and Sarah are fantastic to work with. The enthusiasm and passion which they bring is inspiring, and it is reflected in the quality of the work they produce. I would highly recommend edge and I look forward to working with them again in the future.”

Briony Stenhouse, Richborough Estates

“It has been a pleasure working with edge. They have a real enthusiasm for what they do and a ‘can do’ attitude which delivers high quality on time and on budget.”

Grant Stevenson, Rainier Developments

“edge have an excellent team and are a pleasure to work with. They are commercially-minded and excellent at presenting their ideas to landowners and council officers. They make a significant contribution to our consultant team on projects and their work is always done on time and on budget.”

Russell Crow, Gallagher Developments

“edge approach all projects with such a degree of positivity and professionalism that it is always an absolute pleasure working with them, and ensures that the end product is of the highest quality. Always great to see edge on the project team directory.”

Alastair Macquire, Align Landscape Planning

“I have known the team at edge for a number of years now. They are our first port of call for masterplanning and urban design. The whole team has an innovative approach and they always deliver quality projects efficiently. Their bright and friendly team and business ethos shines through in everything they do.”

Mark Schmull, Arrow Planning

“We are proud to be associated with edge.”

Reuben Bellamy, Lone Star Land

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  • Our Services Include:

    Feasibility Studies and Bids

  • Our Services Include:

    New Settlements

  • Our Services Include:

    Visioning and Site Promotion

  • Our Services Include:

    Outline Planning Applications

  • Our Services Include:

    Detailed Planning Applications

  • Our Services Include:

    Competitions

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Welcome to land at The Downs, Standlake – our rece Welcome to land at The Downs, Standlake – our recently submitted outline application for up to 200 homes in the West Oxfordshire District, designed by Huda Hameed and Sarah Middleton on behalf our client Mac Mic Land.

Located on the western edge of Standlake, the proposals will bring up to 200 new homes to the village, 40% of which will be affordable, helping to meet local housing needs in the wider district and creating a welcoming new gateway into the village.

At the heart of the masterplan is a focus on creating a place where people can live, connect, and enjoy their surroundings. Alongside new homes, the proposals include up to 300 sqm of retail and community space, new play areas, and plenty of green open space for the community to enjoy.

The design also makes the most of the site's existing walking and cycling connections, making it easier for people to travel sustainably and access the village and surrounding areas without always needing to use a car.

A network of connected streets, green spaces, and recreational routes will help create a neighbourhood that feels safe, welcoming, and easy to get around. By combining new homes with high-quality public spaces and areas for nature to thrive, the development aims to support healthy, active lifestyles and create a strong sense of community for both new and existing residents.

#urbandesign #masterplanning #digitalillustration
Earlier today, Rebecca attended an inspiring works Earlier today, Rebecca attended an inspiring workshop focused on the actions we can all take to improve air quality in Thame, as part of Clean Air Day 2026! 🌿💨

The session, part of the Thame Sustainability Champion Awards, highlighted practical steps businesses and individuals can take to reduce pollution and create a healthier environment for everyone. From reducing unnecessary car journeys to supporting greener travel, small changes can make a big difference. 
 
We’re committed to playing our part in helping build a cleaner, healthier future for Thame and beyond! 💖
 
#CleanAirDay2026 #CleanAirDay #ClimateAction #HealthyCommunities
What if Thame High Street felt completely differen What if Thame High Street felt completely different, even just for a day?

On 2nd July, edge Urban Design, @thametowncouncil and @21stcenturythame Thame are proud to be hosting Thame PARK(ing) Day - transforming parking spaces outside Thame Town Hall into temporary places for people.

PARK(ing) Day is a global movement that reimagines parking spaces as pop-up public spaces: places to sit, meet, play, pause, plant, perform, talk and imagine something different. We took part in Brum PARK(ing) Day last year organised by Define - and this year we wanted to bring it to Oxfordshire!

For one day, a small part of Thame High Street will become creative “parklets” shaped by local businesses, artists, community groups, charities, performers, residents and anyone with an idea for making a parking space more generous than a car park.

So far it looks like the parklets will be pop-up Kindness and Love, a street library, a children’s play space, a wellness space, a community tea garden, a place to share stories, rhyme time and crafts and the edge team with a big map of Thame to collect community ideas.

@kalithame @kubotauk Thame Library @redkitefamilycentre  @thamerunners @herlandwestonfarm 🩷🩷🩷

At edge, we’re passionate about creating streets and public spaces that are more inclusive, social, playful and people-focused. Thame PARK(ing) Day is a chance to test ideas, spark conversations and show how even the smallest spaces can support care, connection and community.
 
Want to get involved? We have a couple of parking spaces left if you're desperate to join us, contact Rebecca - rebecca.vau@edgeud.co.uk and we can sort out a parking space for you. If not, just come and say hello!

Event date: Thursday 2 July 2026
Event open: 10am–4pm
Location: Outside Thame Town Hall
Hosted by: edge Urban Design, Thame Town Council and 21st Century Thame
We’d love people to get involved, come along, and help us reimagine what Thame High Street could become.

#ParkingDay #Thame #UrbanDesign #Placemaking #PublicRealm #PeopleFirstPlaces #CommunityDesign #HealthyStreets #edgeUrbanDesign
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