Locally based Jonathan Holland Architects and Paul Tracey Construction have recently completed a new-build private art studio, known as The Bank Gallery Studio, on Kenilworth High Street.

The studio sits just behind the grade II listed Bank Gallery and next to grade I listed St Nicholas Church.

The building was designed for a private commercial client, aiming to create a studio workspace which can also be used for small scale private events and exhibitions.

It has been described by Jonathan Holland Architects as a "modest, new-build, contemporary art studio".

The project was first conceived three and a half years ago, and took a total of eight months on site from start to finish.

The scheme saw a previous 20th century conservatory and art studio knocked down and replaced with a contemporary design, which has already received a lot of positive interest.

The gallery sits next to grade I listed St Nicholas Church and grade II listed Bank Gallery (Image supplied)

Indujah Srikaran of Jonathan Holland said: "Our design uses striking black brickwork, laid at an angle to emphasise the surrounding inclined levels of the site.

"This allows the studio to grow in correlation with the landscape whilst creating a crafted element within the historic setting. 

"Natural zinc roofing allows the colouration to blend in with the church's lead roofing. Internally the studio has a naturally polished concrete floor which is practical and robust.

"The front elevation is fully glazed and gives the due north window suitable for a studio with indirect sunlight and also a subtle showcase to the High Street."

The client, Bernard Rogers added: "I am delighted with the new building which reflects the best of contemporary design in a traditional setting.

"I am most appreciative of the craftsmanship of Paul Tracey and his team and also the work of Jonathan Holland and his colleagues."

Jonathan Holland Architects desrcibed the design as a 'modest, new-build, contemporary art studio' (Image supplied)

The gallery may be used for exhibitions in the future (image supplied)