What issues can and can’t be covered by planning objection As part of the democratic application process we have a right to comment on the impact of a scheme, be it to offer support for the proposals or to object. We are consulted either formally through a local news publication, by a site notice, through … Read More
What first peaked your interest in the built environment? I grew up on a building site, my parents bought a Georgian laird’s house in Scotland and proceeded to spend 12 years renovating it, which was most of my childhood. Working with buildings was inevitable. I used to draw them when I was a kid. Who … Read More
Short and sweet this week, just like me. Public Art is one of those aspects of the planning and design process that most people just don’t get. Not all clients see the intrinsic value of this, particularly when forced into providing this by over eager LPAs at ridiculous cost during a time of economic constraints. … Read More
Today’s blog post is not really about planning as such, or architecture or urban design. It is more about how the temporary or permanent use of a building, place or space can be aesthetically and emotionally transformative when used in a totally unexpected, exciting or adventurous way. Having just experienced an amazing Bank Holiday weekend … Read More
I was out and about with my son enjoying the sunshine and the sights and sounds of the City Docks last week when I noticed that the latest section of Harbourside (Building 4) was practically complete. As a Planner it is a well honed habit of mine that I tend to look at the buildings … Read More