Celebrating 20 Years of Leadership - Richard Marsden

Today marks a significant milestone at Laurence Associates – 20 years of leadership, dedication, and excellence from our Managing Director, Richard Marsden.

For two decades, Richard has been the driving force behind our multidisciplinary practice, shaping our strategic direction and setting the standard for quality in planning, architecture, and landscape architecture. With over 30 years of hands-on experience in planning, his expertise has been instrumental in building our reputation as a trusted and forward-thinking practice.

Richard’s approach goes beyond technical knowledge. His ability to navigate complex applications, lead appeals and inquiries, and build strong relationships with planning authorities has consistently delivered exceptional outcomes for our clients.

Highly respected by peers and clients alike, Richard’s collaborative spirit and strategic insight continue to guide our practice forward.

Please join us in celebrating Richard’s remarkable 20-year journey. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished under his leadership – and we’re even more excited for what lies ahead.

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Architecture Vogue – Enys Hill

Architecture Vogue – Greenbank Hotel

Seaside Sensation

3D Modelling an image speaks a thousand words

Eco development on the sand dunes at Hayle

Laurence Associates – Royal Cornwall Show 2024

Energy Consultancy Services at Laurence Associates

Laurence Associates Welcomes New Planning Director

Cornwall Council Housing Requirement – Laurence Associates

Replacement Dwelling in lieu of Class Q

Why Do a Self Build?

Securing Planning Permission – Community Hall Poundstock

Replacement Dwellings – Pushing the boundaries of Architecture

Restronguet Point – a room with a view

Current Vacancies – Senior Landscape Architect

Architecture Vogue – Smallridge Bros

Cornwall Council ‘Call For Sites’

Laurence Associates attending Kernow Construction Club

How to Finance a Self-Build

Elmhurst Energy CPD

What is the Community Infrastructure Levy?

How to Find a Building Plot

Laurence Associates – Royal Cornwall Show 2025

Property Development Forum

Grade II Listed Farmstead Planning Success

Current Vacancies – Planner / Senior Planner

Planning Appeal Success in Cornwall National Landscape

The Experts

A Collaborative Approach to Creating Meaningful Spaces

Waterside Lookout

Penzance Business Breakfast

Regen Planning Conference

Securing Planning Permission – Greenbank Hotel Falmouth

Laurence Associates Welcomes New Design Director

Outline Planning Consent Secured for Two New Dwellings

Affordable Housing Success

Should I use an Architect?

Why Involve Landscape Architects in Biodiversity Net Gain Proposals

Class Q Planning Permission

Architecture Vogue – Higher Harlyn

Home Renovation Progress Falmouth

Graphisoft UK Awards 2024 – Small Project Of The Year: Under £5 Million

Appeal Success – Removing Occupancy Condition

A positive appeal decision for Laurence Associates

Ana Coelho promoted to Senior Chartered Architect

Rural Enterprise – Helping Rural Business Flourish

Building for Growth

Planning Success in Tintagel

Best of Houzz 2017 Design Award

Small Housing Schemes

Current Vacancies – Town Planners

Property Development Forum

Agricultural Barn Development Advice

Why Do I Need a Professional Consultant’s Certificate?

Celebrating 17 Years of Dedication: James Vivian, Associate Chartered Architectural Technologist

Architecture Vogue – Eyebrid

National Planning Policy Framework

Celebrating 20 Years of Leadership – Richard Marsden

Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 – March

Natural Light

Laurence Associates Expands with New Office in Exeter

What does the new Part O of the Building Regulations mean for a new home?

New premises & 30 Years in the business

Barn Conversion Approved West Cornwall

Architecture Vogue – Maen Valley

Grand Designs

Building for Growth