I am forever celebrating meeting new specialists in the same area of work.
Having had a mini break from my former lifestyle being almost entirely dependent on others, I am well enough.
Three weeks in a plaster cast has taught me three valuable lessons. Never take your mobility for granted, never take risks and certainly don’t visit any site alone.
My world is very much influenced by how well-designed buildings appear, how they are put together, and the details that distinguish them from the ‘anywhere architecture’ that blights our world.
This month started as it meant to go on with lots of push back from planning, conservation, and tree officers.
We are now in a Catch 22 situation; a dichotomy of weighing up the green agenda against the need for new housing.
The aspirations for Parnham Park’s new housing proposals are on shaky ground.
Today saw the worst possible weather conditions although work was progressing well inside the house under it’s temporary roof and wrapped to protect works to windows, brickwork, roof coverings and rainwater goods.
Having been tempted out of my comfort zone, I am off to Exmoor to advise on the condition of a charming C15 museum on the North coast of Somerset.
Women represent only 31% of all registered architects in the UK and the RIBA has just announced its one year action plan to turn this situation around.