Planning Approval in the Green Belt: A Successful Feasibility Study
Many homeowners assume planning permission is a non-starter. In reality, with the right strategy, policy knowledge, and design approach, well-considered proposals can and do succeed.
A recent feasibility study we prepared for Green Hailey Farmhouse near Princes Risborough is a perfect example. The project was successfully passed for planning, demonstrating how outbuildings and ancillary accommodation can be delivered even in highly sensitive planning locations.
Woodland Management Matters
Woodland is often seen as an unquestionable asset: green, natural, and environmentally positive. And in many ways, it is. But unmanaged woodland tells a different story—one that can fundamentally change how land is classified, how it functions ecologically, and, crucially, whether it retains any realistic opportunity for future residential development.
Double Storey Front Extension – Great Missenden
Renovating a 1970s bungalow often comes with a familiar challenge: how do you modernise, improve performance, and adapt the house for contemporary living—without losing control of scale, character, or planning risk? At The Old Orchard in Great Missenden, the answer lay not in starting again, but in carefully refining what was already approved.
Listed Buildings Consent
Listed Buildings Consent – Protecting Heritage Assets Preserving the character of historic buildings while enabling sensitive, sustainable development. 4 Church Street Great Missenden How to Obtain Listed Building Consent: A Step-by-Step Guide for Heritage Owners Owning a listed building is both a privilege and a responsibility. If you propose alterations, repairs, or extensions, you often […]
Designing your new home – Our Approach and Fees
Fees for designing your new home Thinking about hiring someone for your house extension project? A successful project is not a product — it is a structured process. If you are thinking about hiring someone for your house extension project, keep in mind that you are investing in independent judgment, strategic thinking, regulatory knowledge, and […]
Modest Kitchen Extension in Amersham
A modest kitchen extension in Amersham Small and Beautiful: The Charm of Kitchen Extensions in Compact Spaces Small and Beautiful: The Charm of Kitchen Extensions in Compact Spaces Introduction:In the realm of home improvement, kitchen extensions stand out as transformative projects that not only enhance functionality but also elevate the aesthetics and value of a […]
Side Extension in Amersham
A side extension in Amersham, close to local schools and transport links
Listed buildings Consent in Conservation Area
Listed buildings Consent in Conservation Area
can be challenging and ensuring your works are legal is absolutley necessary
Rear Extension in Holmer Green, Buckinghamshire
A Rear Extension in Holmer Green added volumes of space to this modest three bedroomed semi detatched home in Buckinghamshire
environmental building design
Any architect will work with you and design your space, plan your new home, new build, extension, conversions, or ancillary accommodation, but livable buildings have to be so much more. Your new extension or renovation project requires more than grand narratives, notions of space and light. For the many, rising prices, fuel/energy poverty and our […]