--- title: Blog | Design (2) description: Design | More information about the who, what when, where and why of building projects. (2) --- [![Croft+logo-03](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/Croft+logo-03.png?width=200&height=100&name=Croft+logo-03.png "Croft+logo-03")](https://www.croftarchitecture.com/) ![Croft Architecture LABC RIBA Chartered Practice arb Architects Registration Board](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/RIBA.jpg?width=227&height=45&name=RIBA.jpg "Croft Architecture LABC RIBA Chartered Practice arb Architects Registration Board") ### Call: [+44 (0) 1785 248 542](tel:+441785248542) ![](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hubfs/Carl%20Scanned%20HB%26R.jpg) ## [Our project in Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/our-project-in-homebuilding-renovating-magazine) [Read more..](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/our-project-in-homebuilding-renovating-magazine) ![](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hubfs/View_9.jpg) ## [New dementia care home approved at appeal](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/new-dementia-care-home-approved-at-appeal) We are pleased to bring news that planning approval has been granted by the Government Planning Inspectorate, following a planning appeal for a new 24-bed ‘EMI’ Dementia Care Unit for St. Quentin Residential Home located on Sandy Lane, in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire. [Read more..](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/new-dementia-care-home-approved-at-appeal) ![](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hubfs/shutterstock_326786843.jpg) ## [Planning success for new micropubs in Stoke-on-Trent](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/planning-success-for-new-micropubs-in-stoke-on-trent) Micropubs: Real ale and real people uniting the community. Croft Architecture has gained planning permission for the conversion of vacant retail spaces for the development of three new micropubs for different clients, in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. [Read more..](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/planning-success-for-new-micropubs-in-stoke-on-trent) ![](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hubfs/Commercial/Flip%20Out/Flipout-Wandsworth066-1024x683.jpg) ## [Flip Out Stoke receives planning approval](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/flip-out-stoke-receives-planning-approval) Flip Out Stoke: A new exciting leisure experience We are pleased to bring news that planning approval has been granted for the conversion of the empty City Link warehouse on Stone Business Park, Staffordshire, for Flip Out Stoke Trampoline Centre. [Read more..](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/flip-out-stoke-receives-planning-approval) ![](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hubfs/2015-04-Designer-Insights-Carl-Croft.jpg) ## [Designer Insights with Carl Croft](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/designer-insights-with-carl-croft) Carl Croft is the founder and managing director of Croft Architecture , based in Stafford, in Staffordshire since 2009. Carl has gained significant experience within the industry, working for two renowned architectural practices in Staffordshire, before establishing his own firm. His goal is to create a legacy of great architecture by improving the way we interact with the environment. He is also ... [Read more..](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/designer-insights-with-carl-croft) ![](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hs-fs/hub/287327/file-2391427152.jpg) ## [CDM has changed: What’s your safety role in your project?](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/cdm-is-changing-whats-your-safety-role-in-your-project) Everyone has their part to play when it comes to health and safety, especially in construction. It’s an area that can’t be overlooked as every construction project involves potential dangers at any stage. [Read more..](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/cdm-is-changing-whats-your-safety-role-in-your-project) ![](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hs-fs/file-1919206134-jpg/images/sarah-resized-600.jpg) ## [Digital Marketeer Sarah Croft joins Croft Architecture](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/bid/398545/digital-marketeer-sarah-croft-joins-croft-architecture) Croft Architecture welcomes Sarah Croft to the team as our Digital Marketing Assistant. Sarah joined the Croft Architecture in June 2014 with an experienced sales and marketing background. [Read more..](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/bid/398545/digital-marketeer-sarah-croft-joins-croft-architecture) ![](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hs-fs/file-1452234393-jpg/images/photo_2-resized-600.jpg) ## [How to best use space in classrooms](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/bid/394238/how-to-best-use-space-in-classrooms) How often do you think about the space in your immediate environment? The probability is that you rarely consider the space around you until there's a significant impact either negative or positive that affects you. [Read more..](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/bid/394238/how-to-best-use-space-in-classrooms) ![](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hubfs/North-West-Courtyard-Elevation-12-300x212.jpg) ## [Maltings planning approval granted for Stone shops and homes](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/maltings-planning-approval-granted-for-stone-shops-and-homes) Maltings building, Stone, Staffordshire [Read more..](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/maltings-planning-approval-granted-for-stone-shops-and-homes) [← Previous Entries](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/design/page/1) [All posts](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/all) ### Subscribe here! ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### project categories - [Architecture (19)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/architecture) - [Design (19)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/design) - [Planning approval (17)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/planning-approval) - [Residential (16)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/residential) - [Stafford Architects (13)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/stafford-architects) - [Architects (10)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/architects) - [Residential Development (9)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/residential-development) - [Awards (7)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/awards) - [Staffordshire (7)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/staffordshire) - [Building Control (6)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/building-control) - [News (6)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/news) - [Stoke On Trent Architects (5)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/stoke-on-trent-architects) - [Commercial (4)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/commercial) - [Interior Architecture (4)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/interior-architecture) - [Restoration (4)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/restoration) - [Conservation (3)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/conservation) - [Leisure (3)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/leisure) - [Listed Building (3)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/listed-building) - [Sustainability (3)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/sustainability) - [CDM (2)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/cdm) - [Care (2)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/care) - [Competition (2)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/competition) - [Education (2)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/education) - [Retail (2)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/retail) - [Urban Design (2)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/urban-design) - [Employees (1)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/employees) - [Healthcare (1)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/healthcare) - [Light (1)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/light) - [Social Value (1)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/social-value) - [Suppliers (1)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/suppliers) - [Technology (1)](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/blog/topic/technology) ### other projects ### +44 (0) 1785 248 542 ### Email: [enquiries@croftarchitecture.com](mailto:enquiries@croftarchitecture.com) **Croft Architecture** 6-7 Pearl House Anson Court Staffordshire Technology Park Stafford Staffordshire ST18 0GB. ![](https://blog.croftarchitecture.com/hubfs/layout-dec15/company.jpg)