Due to the prevalence of historic buildings across London we find ourselves regularly working on heritage buildings of differing levels of historic significance. To undertake works to heritage buildings requires a thorough knowledge of traditional building techniques and methodology to ensure their successful preservation and enhancement. This article sets out our ethos and principles for working on buildings of heritage.

The smallest of changes in the NPPF21 policy wording means BIG change for anyone thinking of building a new home in a countryside setting! With the removal of the option for a design to be ‘innovative’, we consider the impact of the change here.

As the government considers the impact to businesses across the country in the wake of the Covid 19 Pandemic, it is clear that one industry that has suffered greatly is that of the hospitality industry, most notably Pubs and Restaurants which have been closed for business for almost forty weeks since the start of Lockdown. For an industry that was already in slow decline prior to the pandemic its future hangs in the balance. Here we consider the impact our public houses have had on our country’s historic development, their precarious position in our society today and what hope there is, if any, for the country’s remaining hospitality building stock.

Obtaining planning permission for new homes in the countryside has never been more difficult, but we look at how Paragraph 79 of the National Planning Policy Framework, known as ‘Gummers Law’ could work in your favour.

We explore the methods and benefits of the ancient Japanese process of charring timber as a finish to external cladding.

We consider the complex relationship between ourselves and our homes and how they can transform and enrich our lives.

Where to start when designing a home….the beginning?

What to consider when working on one of the UK’s many buildings of heritage.

We consider the importance of good space design and how it goes far beyond mere physical aesthetic.

A short insight into the Britain’s agricultural building stock, their heritage value and their future uses.

A survey of Glasgow’s historic building stock provides insight into the historic development of city centre sites and offers a lesson in building development for today.

The Importance of re-establishing a connection with nature.