Now that the housing market in Birmingham and the West Midlands is starting to grind back into action, we’re seeing more and more clients looking for a professional architect’s advice on a property they’re looking to refurbish or extend, either for themselves or as an investment. Why getting an architect’s advice
Inclusive design solutions – what are they? Unfortunately, the existing housing stock in the UK doesn’t offer many options for inclusive design solutions for those in a wheelchair due to trauma or accident. Only 10% of homes have at least 1 of the 4 adaptations needed to consider a house
Why might I need a lawful development certificate? A lawful development certificate (also known as a certificate of lawfulness) isn’t a legal requirement for you to start your build, they’re a great idea and stop issues with your local authority and future buyers down the line. In a nutshell, an
What third parties are involved in architect’s projects? When you start a project with Lapworth, we are not only your architects, but also your lead consultants. We look to assemble a team of experts that complement our design work by bringing their knowledge and experience to make sure that your
What are the new PDR for extending homes upwards? As of 31st August 2020, the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) (Amendment) (No. 2) Order 2020 grants homeowners the chance to extend their houses upwards – both for their own use and to create additional dwellings – without
On the 21st July 2020 the government published the The Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2020 which will come into force on the 1st September 2020. There will however, be a transitional period until 31st July 2021 where the former use classes will still apply to land and
Inclusive Design for Deputies and Solicitors Lapworth Architects strive to provide inclusive design solutions for deputies and solicitors and people incapacitated due to health issues or accidents. Together with the client, their family, an occupational therapist and other professionals, we work to make sure that the client’s home can meet
I want to build an outbuilding for my family – can I do it under permitted development rules or do I need planning permission? With architecture looking to undergoing some major changes in the post-Covid landscape, more sectioned-off space and more flexible accommodation is likely to be a trend in
Planning Permission Deadline Extended to 2021 The government has recently announced that any projects with planning permission that expires before the end of 2020 will automatically be extended until April 2021. Housing secretary Robert Jenrick said: ‘Building the homes the country needs is central to the mission of this government
At Lapworth Architects, we want to help our clients understand aspects of the planning system that need to be taken into account when it comes to design. If you’re planning an extension, it’s worth considering what you can build under the implied consent of the Permitted Development rights.
What is a Professional Consultants Certificate (or architect’s certificate)? A Professional Consultants Certificate is a document issued by a chartered architect or surveyor on a new build or newly converted property that vouches for the quality of the build. This professionally appraised document can then be used to raise finance
Planning Permission Approval! We’re very happy to announce that one of our development projects in Aldridge has been given planning permission approval by Walsall Council! The site was previously occupied by a bungalow just on the edge of Aldridge, adjacent to the green belt. The buyer of the land wanted to
Modern extension design in a conservation area A lot of the work that we do at Lapworth Architects is focussed on heritage buildings, restoring listed homes in conservation areas around Birmingham and the West Midlands – it’s what we’ve built our reputation on. But we decided to go for a
Looking for inspiration? Of course, we include our own in our top architecture blogs, but we’re going for practical guides to help clients find out more about what they can build and why they should work with us. These are our top blogs for inspiration and keeping on top of
We are award-winning architects working across the entire West Midlands to help you at every step of the process, whether you’re needing an extension, developing land or designing a new build house.
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– Walsall
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