Thinking of Building in the Countryside? Here’s How to Start
Thinking of Building in the Countryside? Many people dream of building a one-off home in the countryside: open landscapes, quiet surroundings, and a chance to create something unique. But [...]
NPPF 2025 Update: What You Need to Know
The 2024 NPPF Explained (2025 Update): What Homeowners & Developers Need to Know The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is the Government’s central planning guide. It sets out how [...]
Colours in Design | How to Feel Inspired and Happy
The Power of Colour in Interior Design Colour is one of the most powerful tools in interior design. It influences how a space feels, how we behave, and even how [...]
Grey Belt | Redefining the Future of Urban Growth
Grey Belt Explained: What the New Planning Category Means for Development The December 2024 update to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) introduced a new planning category: the Grey [...]
Reimagining a Sustainable London | The New Era of Mixed-Use Design
London is changing fast. Rising housing demand, evolving work patterns, and a renewed focus on sustainability are reshaping how we design and use buildings. The traditional boundaries between living, [...]
Cost Control | How to Stay Efficient and on Budget
Cost Control in Design and Construction: How to Stay on Budget One of the biggest concerns for homeowners and developers alike is cost. A well-designed project is not just about [...]
Designing for Nature | Shaping Biodiversity in the Built World
Balancing Biodiversity in Design In today’s built environment, one of the greatest challenges — and opportunities — is finding the right balance between nature and technology. As London grows and [...]
Sustainable Finishes | Crafting Beautiful Spaces
The materials we live with shape how we feel every day. Textures, colours, and finishes influence not only what we see but also how we breathe, move, and rest within [...]
Designing for the Mind | Creating Beautiful Spaces for Wellbein
The spaces we inhabit shape far more than our routines — they influence our emotions, behaviour, and overall health. From the calmness of a sunlit room to the stress [...]
Top 5 Planning Tips for a Successful London Extension
Extending your home is one of the most effective ways to add space, light, and value. In London, however, with its dense urban fabric and varied council policies, the planning [...]
How to Create an Energy-Efficient and Sustainable Home
Sustainable design is no longer a trend — it’s a necessity. As we face the challenges of climate change, rising energy costs, and increasing urban density, the need for [...]
Innovative Design for a Sustainable World
Building for Tomorrow As London and cities worldwide face the growing impacts of climate change — from heatwaves and heavy rainfall to flooding and energy demands — climate resilience [...]
New Build Houses | Shaping the Future of Urban Design
New-Build Houses in Cities: Challenges and Opportunities With pressure to deliver more housing across the UK, cities remain at the centre of the debate. They offer access to transport, [...]
Design Process Explained | How Ideas Become Beautiful Spaces
Every project begins with an idea — a need, a feeling, or a vision. But how does that vision become a real space that feels natural, bright, and timeless? [...]
Transforming Farm Buildings | From Barns to Beautiful Homes
How to Develop or Convert Your Farm Buildings If you’re thinking about improving or diversifying your farm, there are now more opportunities than ever. You may be considering how [...]
New Lifestyles | Transforming the Future Workspace
The Future of Office Spaces: How Design Should Respond The way we work has changed dramatically over the past decade — and even more so in recent years. Remote [...]
Architectural Services vs. Design & Build | How to Choose the Best
If you’re planning an extension, refurbishment, or new build, you’ll likely come across two main options: working with an independent architectural studio or choosing a design & build company. [...]
Building Regulations Made Easy | What You Need to Know
Whether you are extending your home, converting a loft, or developing a new residential scheme, you’ll need to navigate Building Regulations. While planning permission focuses on the appearance of [...]
Biophilic Design | How to Transform Everyday Spaces for Wellbeing
Biophilic Design: Bringing Nature Into Everyday Spaces In our fast-paced, urban lives, reconnecting with nature has never been more important. Biophilic design — the practice of integrating natural elements [...]


















