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By David Watts • January 21, 2026
From first ideas to construction on site, we explain how long a typical building project takes and when you should get started.
By David Watts • January 13, 2026
Learn why pre-application planning is increasingly important, how early engagement reduces planning risk, and why it’s key for modern design proposals.
By David Watts • January 6, 2026
Is a chartered architect worth the cost? Learn how early design decisions, planning expertise, and local knowledge save time and money
By David Watts • October 23, 2025
An architect’s guide to budgeting your project. See a worked example for a 40 sqm extension and learn how to plan with confidence and cost certainty
By David Watts • September 30, 2025
Discover how micro-lets and Airbnb micro-units in the UK can boost rental yields. Learn about profitability, planning rules, and design tips for holiday pods and compact flats.
By David Watts • September 24, 2025
Architecture built to last: Emmanuel College’s New Court in Cambridge
By David Watts • September 24, 2025
Necroleachate, Newts, and Roots: Navigating the Realities of Planning
Blue plaque for Blackstone & Co showroom in Stamford
By David Watts • September 11, 2025
Discover the history of Blackstone & Co in Stamford — once the town’s largest employer and a world leader in diesel engines. Explore how this industrial giant shaped Stamford’s heritage.
By David Watts • August 29, 2025
Knock Down & Rebuild vs Eco Refurbishment: Which is Right for Your Home?
By David Watts • August 29, 2025
5 Things I Learned from Building My Own House
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