Blogs from the team

Do Architectural Awards Stifle Creativity? The Carbuncle Cup vs The Stirling Prize

The number of architectural awards up for grabs grows every year but two that have stood the test of time, and which purport to celebrate respectively the bad and the best of British architecture, are the Carbuncle Cup and the Stirling Prize. But are they a good...

13 Things to Check Before Your House Survey

If you're buying a new property one of your first tasks will be to arrange a survey. However, before you bring in your chosen surveyor, there are some basic checks that you can carry out yourself, whether you intend to get a full Building Survey (previously known...

What Are Redland 49 Tiles & Should I Use Them?

Reasons to use Redland 49 tiles There is no doubt about it, Redland 49 tiles are not attractive. However, they are used widely as they are cheap to install. The tiles interlock, which means they are easily secured provide good protection from the rain are extremely...

What Is The Difference Between an Architect and an Architectural Technologist?

If you're an Architectural Technologist, the one question that clients, colleagues and peers will ask is: What is the difference between an Architectural Technologist and an Architect? In this post I hope I can make the distinction clear. I want to improve my house...

5 Steps to Apply for a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG)

Hi, I’m Sid. I worked for a Local Authority for 24 years as a grants officer until I joined Amber, Grumitt Wade Mason's sister company which works to improve independence for people who are disabled or elderly within the home and public spaces. Do you find it...

Why Bother Having a Survey?

So you’ve decided to buy a property - congratulations! If you’re buying a residential property it might be as a Buy To Let, to move up or down the property ladder, or it could be your first home. If you run a business you might be thinking of investing in...