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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
By David Watts August 27, 2025
Maximising Rental Returns: Short Stay or Long Let
By David Watts August 27, 2025
Building In Safety: Fire-Smart Design for Home Improvement
By David Watts August 27, 2025
Designing an Annexe with Airbnb in Mind
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