This week is about putting the love back into the job, recognising that we should show appreciation for those who work for us and provide us with our raison d’etre. The brilliant mantra of the EVOLVE team is to thank everyone at least once a week for something they have done well and to have patience with poor performers. I could not run the business without the support and advice of so many others so this is an opportunity to say a big THANK YOU. Without our wonderful clients, we would not be able to practice. We have been rewarded […]
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A fruitful week with two new clients asking for specialist advice on their unlisted, but locally important buildings in conservation areas in Dorset. These are commonly referred to as non-designated heritage assets. The building types are diverse, one a thatched cottage, the other one a former primitive chapel. We are moving forward slowly on projects on site waiting for the better weather to lay foundations, and for 10 of our current applications to be processed by various planning authorities. One application for listed building consent was approved this week for a farmhouse in Holditch, the next step is to obtain […]
Often clients come to me armed with their own strong ideas, they generally want to create a gem in the rough. Our task is to negotiate on their behalf with planners and conservation officers, all historic buildings are subject to complex issues. We are always keen to have a transparent and open dialogue about what can realistically be achieved within their budget. We recommend our own team of contacts, historian, surveyor, engineer, ecologist landscape & tree consultant and try and match contractors to clients.
This week has included a face to face meeting on site with a planning officer, one approved planning application and another opportunity to collaborate this time with an interior designer, recommended by another local female architect, bidding for a local project. A working lunch with a colleague meant we can complete another task and issue it ahead of the programme. Lots of interesting work ahead, including a meeting with the Planning Inspector on Monday morning and another networking event with Connect Bridport on Thursday evening.