We are all aware the world’s fossil fuels are depleting and new technologies and techniques are being investigated, tested and used for a new sustainable life on earth. I’m sure that you will have seen programmes on the television and read articles relating to eco living, green homes, our carbon foot print and sustainability, but do we know what they really mean?

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.

Croft Architecture have again been successful in obtaining planning permission and listed building consent for a Grade II listed site in Upper Leigh, Staffordshire.

The Party Wall Notice When having a big party at home, it’s only polite to inform the neighbours. There's no obligation, that's just what good neighbours do.

Double the size and double the benefit? Hot off the press, we're promised that permitted development 2013 will to stimulate economic activity, cut red tape, and support local sustainable development. The latest amendments to permitted development rights came into effect on 30th May 2013.

Fantastic! You have your planning permission ; the world is your oyster! ... or at least that bit within the red edge is! However, if it’s just not quite the permission you were looking for there is a way forward or three to be exact. Of course it is always best to get the design as you want it before applying for planning permission. However we all change our minds sometimes don't we? Sometimes ...

You may or may not be aware that planning permission expires. How long does planning permission last for?

If ear defenders, Pot Noodles and Wet Wipes aren't your thing then you ought to consider decanting to better accommodation for the duration. However if you’re prepared to accept some disruption, then you might be considering the implications of occupation during building works. The aim of this post is to help you to make a decision on this question... Should I stay or should I go during building ...

Maltings building, Stone, Staffordshire

Croft Architecture is proud to once again be supporting Architect in the House in 2012. Architect in the House is an inventive scheme run by Shelter, a charity for housing and homeless people, and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).