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

The title of this blog is a popular search for current and potential owners of listed buildings alike...

Who are the National Amenity Societies and why should we consult them? Read on to find out more.

Grade I listed buildings account for 2.5% of protected sites in the UK. Find out what makes them so special in this week's blog!

There are nearly 20,000 scheduled monuments in the UK, but what are they and what does it mean in terms of the planning process?

For International Women's Day, we celebrate the trailblazing female architects who made significant contributions to the built environment.

Let's take a look at the part each member of the design team - from architects to ecologists - plays when it comes to your project.

If you own a listed building, then your property has inherent significance. But what exactly is heritage significance & why does it matter?

Structure from motion (SFM) is a photogrammetric technique which uses two-dimensional images to reconstruct three-dimensional structures...

All about the appeals process and how professional support by heritage consultants can streamline the journey towards a successful outcome.

Westminster Abbey is not only a place of historical significance, but it is also a beautiful and inspiring building.

Careers in heritage vary from archaeologist to museum curator. Check out some of the options for working in the historic environment sector.

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...

Listed buildings can be some of the most desirable properties on the market, so take a look at our top tips, whether buying or selling.

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

A common misconception about the role of a heritage consultant is that we visit the most interesting and picturesque heritage sites....

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

In the case of private dwellings, improved energy efficiency is a public benefit in planning, contributing to reduced carbon emissions.

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