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Discover the 2024 architecture trends as the world shifts towards sustainability and eco-friendly design.

Many homeowners in East Sussex find that their property’s garage is underutilised, often too small for modern cars and sometimes...

Whether you need planning permission will depend on many factors. Namely, is the building listed, in a conservation area or Area of...

East Sussex architects, Karenna Wilford Architects, recently obtained planning and listed buildings approval to install an air source...

Karenna Wilford Architects, East Sussex have seen an increase in the number of people who want to downsize once their children have left...

We're thrilled to announce KWA now produce Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) for new-build homes. After accreditation from Elmhurst...

Construction costs in the UK are likely to rise by 3 - 3.8% this year according to a report by Currie and Brown, renown provider of cost...

We recently obtained planning and listed buildings approval to install an air source heat pump (ASHP) to the rear of a listed property in...

Building Regulations is different to Planning Permission and recent changes mean that you must have Building Regulation approval before...

Karenna Wilford Architects, East Sussex architects have won a “Best of Houzz” award for “Best of Houzz Service” on Houzz®, the leading...

When extending a listed building one of the most important considerations is how the proposals will affect the enjoyment of the historic...

The Government has recently changed the permitted development rights rules which will mean that some home owners will find the...

Your location may determine the type of materials and style of the extension. If you are in a conservation area or the property is a...

If you are considering a loft extension there are certain restrictions which need to be considered. It may look like a large space but it...

The cost of an extension will depend on many factors, the size of the extension being an obvious one. The overall square meterage and...

The Building Engineering Services Association have advised that moisture management in homes needs to be a high priority for any...

The original brief removed the conservatory and reconfigured the ground floor and basement. During our design discussions, it soon became...

Using a property finder makes finding your ideal property an enjoyable process. A property finder uses their experience and...

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and On-Construction Domestic Energy Assessors (OCDEAs) play pivotal roles in promoting...

Historic England have issued a statement advising what is deemed acceptable for energy installations for historic and listed buildings....