When you might need to change planning permission You may need to change planning permission if you have bought a property or plot of plan with planning permission and need to alter the design. Otherwise, you may have recently obtained planning permission, but require some alterations after application has been made or decided. House… Read more »
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10 of the best architects for self builds the UK
We’ve rounded up some of the best architects for house extension across the UK. 1. Javier & Catalina – Self build architect in Greenwich (click on their names above to view their full profile and shortlist them for your project) ‘Our architecture and design studio has a reputation that is rooted in craftsmanship, rigorousness and… Read more »
How Your Roof Can Improve Your Home’s Energy Performance
Your roof is more than just shelter—it’s key to your home’s energy efficiency. From the materials you choose to proper maintenance, your roof can make a big difference to your energy bills. Here’s how to make your roof work for you. Roof Materials: What’s Best for Energy Efficiency? Choosing the right material is the… Read more »
How to Create the Perfect Garden for Family Gatherings
How to Create the Perfect Garden for Family Gatherings Imagine a sunny afternoon with family and friends in your garden—kids playing, adults laughing, and the scent of BBQ in the air. Sounds perfect, right? If your outdoor space isn’t quite set up for this, don’t worry. With a few tweaks, your garden can become the… Read more »
How to Improve Your Outdoor Living Space: A Quick Guide
Your outdoor living space is an extension of your home, offering a place to relax, entertain, or connect with nature. Whether you have a large garden or a small patio, enhancing this space can boost your lifestyle and add value to your property. Here’s a step-by-step guide to transforming your outdoor living space into something special…. Read more »
A perfect match … to furnish a luxury apartment in Battersea
The client posted his project to Design for Me, looking for a talented interior designer to furnish a luxury apartment in Battersea. After registering his project with just a few key details, we matched him with the best candidates and he received interest from a number of interior designers. After a meeting in person, the… Read more »
Can a neighbour stop my house extension?
Neighbours and the planning process If you’re worried about a neighbour stopping your house extension plans, it’s very helpful right at the beginning of the project to assess this risk as it may inform design decisions as well as your personal handling of the situation. Featured image from Tyrone, architect from Lambeth, London. See more… Read more »
What is an online architect?
Online architecture services have been growing in popularity. Some architecture firms have even specialised in offering online architecture services. Home & Maker architects are one of them and they have given us the lowdown on how it works and how it could benefit your next home project. See Isabella from Home and Maker’s full profile… Read more »
Top 10 most stylish vinyl flooring
Vinyl flooring has had bad press in the past, dismissed out of hand as being too cheap and poor quality. OK, so there is a lot of cheap, poor quality vinyl around but if you look carefully there are some beautiful, stylish and practical examples out there too . Vinyl has a lot going for… Read more »
Do you need a Design and Access Statement for a house extension?
A Design and Access statement is a written, often illustrated, document that accompanies your planning application form and drawings. It provides an opportunity to explain how your design proposal is a suitable response for its site and wider area. It’s only a requirement for major projects, listed buildings or certain householder applications in a conservation… Read more »
