Understanding what makes our historic environment special is the key to unlocking the development potential of your building and/or site.

Whether it is a Grade I,II*,II, locally listed, non-designated heritage asset or conservation area we can guide you to create a scheme which not only protects the significance of the relevant assets but also works for modern/commercial needs. We champion new development within the historic environment.

We offer expert townscape and visual assessments to evaluate how new developments will affect the character and appearance of urban environments.

As part of a comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) with Townscape and Visual Impact Assessments (TVIA) or preparing Townscape and Visual Appraisals for planning applications, we understand both the visual and spatial impacts of projects on the contextual townscape, ensuring they blend seamlessly into the existing urban fabric. Drawing on best practices from the Landscape Institute and Historic England, our assessments are high-quality and detailed, carefully analysing factors such as scale, design, heritage value, and views. We work closely with our clients and the design team to help them make informed decisions that not only enhance the visual quality of the area but also respect the unique identity of the townscape.

At our firm, we specialise in landscape and visual assessments, providing in-depth evaluations to understand how proposed developments will impact the surrounding environment.

Whether it is a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) as part of a broader Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or a Landscape and Visual Appraisal (LVA) accompanying a planning application, we focus on ensuring that every project is carefully analysed from a landscape and visual perspective. Guided by the best practices set by the Landscape Institute, we deliver high-quality, thorough assessments that consider not just the immediate changes, but also the long-term effects on the natural and built environment. Our goal is to support our clients and the design team in making informed, sustainable decisions that respect and enhance the visual and ecological integrity of the landscape.