In this blog post, we take a look at conservation areas in more detail...

Planning permission is a critical process when making alterations to registered parks and gardens in the UK

Looking for ways to better care for your listed property? Here are some essential tips for owning a listed building.

Many people wonder what the difference is between a Grade II and a Grade II* listed building.

De-listing is a rare occurrence, but it can be done. To find out more about how to de-list your property if applicable, then read on!

If you have altered your property without consent, a local authority can request that you submit a retrospective planning application.

Historically considered to be an inferior product to ashlar stone, the widespread use of brick within construction throughout Britain did...

The smoke bay is an early ancestor of the modern fireplace and chimney.

Currently a bit of a thorny topic within planning, today we are looking at the level of protection and treatment afforded to...

At their roots, both civil engineers and architects exist to create a physical environment in which people can live and enjoy; but...

With the current energy crisis, how we heat old buildings in winter will change. It is vital to try and achieve optimal thermal efficiency.

Something that is often surprising to visitors to Britain’s towns and cities is quite how much of it is actually a Victorian pastiche of...

The Historic Environment Record, or HER, is an invaluable resource in heritage-led planning. But what is it and what data does it hold?

There are millions of listed or otherwise protected buildings all over the UK, but few people know exactly what you can and can’t do when...

Hiring a Heritage Consultant to help with planning permission can be vital to help you turn a listed building or historic property into...