Bats, as protected species in the UK which are mandated under law, can play a significant role in the planning process. If your development might impact a bat habitat or roost, a bat survey could be a vital part of your planning application. But do you actually need one?

Class Q Permitted Development Rights in the UK allow for the conversion of agricultural buildings into dwellings, facilitating a smoother transition of these structures into residential properties. Read more…

What Are listed Buildings?

Listing marks and celebrates a building’s special architectural and historic interest, giving the building a legal status through the planning system that protects it for future generations. The older the building is, and the fewer the examples of its kind that exist, the more likely it is to be listed. Whilst this can naturally create challenges when it

Barn Conversions can provide a great opportunity to create a truly unique home within the context of the charm and character of an old building. This post guides you though what you need to consider when undertaking a barn conversion - including: planning permission, energy efficiency, structure, layout, design and working with contractors.

Working with an architect can be an exciting and rewarding experience, bringing your design dreams to life. We appreciate that not all our clients will be familiar with the stages involved, making the process daunting if you're not familiar with how we generally work.