Stage 4 of the RIBA Plan of Work - Tenders, Contractors and Contracts In our last entry which focused on Stage 3 of the RIBA’s Plan of Works 2013, we took a closer look at the decisions, preparation and submissions needed to successfully achieve Building Control approval.

Building Regulations: How do they apply to a home renovation project? We’ve been following Karen and Anthony’s home renovation project from the inception and we’re continuing to track the family’s journey through the process of buying, renovating and extending their new home.

One of the joys of finding a plot of land to self-build, or a house to renovate, is that it gives you the opportunity to create something unique that matches your family’s needs, maximises the potential and value of the plot you’re building on.

When choosing and buying a home most of us will make a choice based on the primarily the cost, the location of the house for easy access to work, schools, and the size, is their potential to grow into the home?

Planning success We are pleased to bring news that planning approval has been granted by Stafford Borough Council, following a planning application to convert a derelict historic building in Stone, Staffordshire, for new high-quality hotel accommodation with canal side views, a gym and shops.

We’re extremely excited to congratulate our very own Anthony Walker this month on 5 years at Croft Architecture. Croft Architecture celebrates the anniversary of Anthony Walker today. Anthony has been part of the Croft Architecture family five years now and deserves recognition for his loyalty and hard work.

We enjoyed doing 'Our Thing' for Children in Need!

Lets get ready to ramble!

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 ...