Advice

In this blog, we give a summary of the different types of planning permission and why you might use one over another.

In this blog, Ruth Testa, Director at Lakeway Ecological Consultancy, explains what Biodiversity Net Gain is, who it applies to, and what you’ll need to do if you’re building a home or a small development.

This blog explains why a well-designed MVHR system matters more than the product, and how it can improve comfort, air quality, and energy efficiency in your home.

In this blog, we explain how to prevent overheating in your home with expert tips on solar shading, ventilation and insulation.

Here's how to cost up your project and the key things you'll need to consider before your build begins.

We explain that Paragraph 84 homes can be small and affordable. They dont have to be huge and cost you millions.

In this blog, we're sharing the most common mistakes you might make at the pre-app stage and how you can avoid them.

This blog shares what to do after a negative pre-app, with a case study of a Huddersfield new build that turned an early setback into full planning approval.

We explain the different costs involved to retrofit your home, using examples of a deep retrofit in Anglesey and a small project in Chesterfield.

We explain how a Retrofit Strategy from HEM Architects provides a thorough plan to enhance your home’s thermal performance, energy efficiency, and your health.