Architects Video Studio
Welcome to our video studio, where we share news and updates in architecture and construction.
Architects Drawings
Architectural drawings are an essential part of any construction project, providing a visual representation of the design and specifications of the building. Two of the most important types of architectural drawings are planning and detailed drawings.
Class B - Permitted Development Temporary use of land
Class B is a permitted development right that allows the temporary use of land for any purpose for up to 28 days in a year without full planning permission.
This can be useful to exhibit annual events, music festivals, motor shows, markets or wedding venues.
This short video gives you an overview of what Class B is and its limitations
Class L - C3 to C4 Permitted Development
Class L is a permitted development right that allows the change of use from C3 residential to C4 HMO without full planning permission.
Converting a house into an HMO allows property developers to maximise the ROI on an existing residential property. However, beware of Article 4 restrictions.
This short video gives you an overview of what Class L is and when it is not applicable .
Class G - Permitted Development
Class G is a permitted development right that allows the change of use from commercial to mixed-use without full planning permission.
Adding up to two flats on the upper floors of a commercial unit allows property developers to maximise the ROI on an existing commercial building with the least amount of planning risk.
This short video gives you an overview of what Class G is and the process of gaining consent from the local planning authority.
Class MA - Permitted Development
Class MA is a permitted development right that allows the change of use from commercial to residential without full planning permission that came into effect on 1 August 2021.
Commercial to residential conversion allows property developers to maximise the ROI on an existing commercial building with the least amount of planning risk.
This short video gives you an overview of what Class MA is and the process of gaining consent from the local planning authority.
Greenfield Sites
What is a Greenfield site? What are the benefits and pitfalls when working with Greenfield sites?
This short video gives you an overview of what to look for when investing or developing a Greenfield site.
Brownfield Sites
What is a Brownfield site? What are the benefits and pitfalls when working with Brownfield sites?
This short video gives you an overview of what to look for when investing or developing a Brownfield site.
RIBA Plan of Works - Stage 5-7
The RIBA Plan of Works helps illustrate the roles of participants in the design and construction of all projects in a simple format. Architects and other professionals use the RIBA work stages throughout the construction process. Get in touch for more information.
RIBA Plan of Works - Stage 4
The RIBA Plan of Works helps illustrate the roles of participants in the design and construction of all projects in a simple format. Architects and other professionals use the RIBA work stages throughout the construction process. Get in touch for more information.
RIBA Plan of Works - Stage 3
The RIBA Plan of Works helps illustrate the roles of participants in the design and construction of all projects in a simple format. Architects and other professionals use the RIBA work stages throughout the construction process. Get in touch for more information.
RIBA Plan of Works - Stage 2
The RIBA Plan of Works helps illustrate the roles of participants in the design and construction of all projects in a simple format. Architects and other professionals use the RIBA work stages throughout the construction process. Get in touch for more information.
RIBA Plan of Works - Stage 1
The RIBA Plan of Works helps illustrate the roles of participants in the design and construction of all projects in a simple format. Architects and other professionals use the RIBA work stages throughout the construction process. Get in touch for more information.
RIBA Plan of Works - Stage 0
The RIBA Plan of Works helps illustrate the roles of participants in the design and construction of all projects in a simple format. Architects and other professionals use the RIBA work stages throughout the construction process. Get in touch for more information.
RIBA Plan of Works - Overview
The RIBA Plan of Works helps illustrate the roles of participants in the design and construction of all projects in a simple format. Architects and other professionals use the RIBA work stages throughout the construction process. Get in touch for more information.
Changes to Planning Use Class 2020
We're here to help you take advantage of the changes that will allow developers to convert high street units into apartments.
Electric Vehicle Charging Points
The UK government has announced plans to make it compulsory for new homes, supermarkets, workplaces, and buildings undergoing large-scale renovation to have electric vehicle (EV) charging points installed from 2022.