10 Common Hidden Costs in Construction Projects
Discover 10 common hidden costs in construction projects, from party wall agreement costs to contingency shortfalls, and learn how to budget realistically.
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Architectural Fixed Fee vs Hourly Rates 2026
Architectural fixed fee vs hourly rates 2026: Architect fees compared: fixed fee vs hourly rates for 2026 projects. Learn what's included, how percentages.
The 3 Metre Rule for Extensions: A 2026 Guide
Understand the 3 metre rule for extensions, permitted development rights, and how to measure extension depth. Get expert guidance for your project.
Architectural Design vs Structural Engineering for Extensions
Architectural design vs structural engineering for extensions: understand each role, when you need them, and how they work together. Get a quote today.
Retrospective Planning Application: A 2026 Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how a retrospective planning application works, what documents you need and how to avoid enforcement action. Get expert help with your application.
What Should You Look for When Choosing a Care Home Architect
Designing or extending a care home is very different from designing conventional housing. Care homes combine accommodation, healthcare, hospitality, accessibility and complex building services within a single facility. The architect therefore needs to understand much more than planning permission
How Much Does It Cost to Hire an Architect?
How Do Architects Get Paid – Hourly, Flat Fee, or Percentage? One of the first questions clients ask when considering an architectural project is: how will the architect charge for their work? Architects may charge an hourly rate, agree
MB Architecture Attending the June 2026 Homebuilding & Renovating Show at Sandown Park, Esher
MB Architecture are pleased to announce that we will be attending the Homebuilding & Renovating Show at Sandown Park in Esher on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 June 2026. The show is one of the leading events for homeowners,
Top 10 questions we get asked about self-build
MB Architecture carry out self-build projects for our clients. Using our expertise and experience, we have put together the following 10 questions and answers to help you with your own self-build journey. Let’s consider you are looking to do
What is retrospective planning permission and what is the 10 year rule?
In planning there are many myths, rules and guidelines that can lead to confusion. In this article we clarify an element of planning law by answering a series of questions.