The importance of using an architect

Don’t go it alone Your home, it’s probably the biggest purchases & assets you’ll own in your life. It’s your little piece of the country and most of us want to transform our living space into the ideal; our dream home.
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How do architects add value & save you money?

Are you thinking of embarking on a home building project?
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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.
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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.
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10 things you need to know before building a house extension

So, you’re considering extending your home? Most people are full of enthusiasm and keen to crack on with any new project, but with a little thought, careful planning and patience you will be much more likely to get your desired end result. Before you get carried away with the excitement of the project and start choosing new kitchens or furniture, there are many, more important things that you ...
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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 ...
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How interpretation of planning policy affects planning applications

Mr and Mrs White live in rural Staffordshire, in a modest countryside cottage dating back to a period in the 1800s. The property had some previous additions to it, noticeably a kitchen extension, and a porch added within the last 20 years.
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Planning permission for grade 2 listed barns and farmhouse

Croft Architecture have again been successful in obtaining planning permission and listed building consent for a Grade II listed site in Upper Leigh, Staffordshire.
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Planning permission for gated bungalows in Newcastle-under-Lyme

It is our pleasure to bring news that planning approval has been granted for a new development of homes in the market town of Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire.
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Outline Planning Application? Why bother?

You may have heard of an Outline Planning Application, but what does this mean? What is it for? Why would you use one? An outline planning application is a planning submission undertaken with some Reserved Matters which are identified for submission at a later date.
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