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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Property Development Forum

Barn Conversion Approved West Cornwall

Laurence Associates Expands with New Office in Exeter

Eco development on the sand dunes at Hayle

Why Involve Landscape Architects in Biodiversity Net Gain Proposals

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

Affordable Housing Success

Housing Appeal Success in West Cornwall

Natural Light

Architecture Vogue – Enys Hill

Ana Coelho promoted to Senior Chartered Architect

Design and Placemaking PPG out now

Seamless Single Storey Extensions That Complement Your Home

River Camel Nutrient Neutrality Update 2026: Bodmin Removed

Property Development Forum

Community Sponsorship St Just RFC

Small Housing Schemes

Grand Designs

CESW Summit 2026

Laurence Associates attending Kernow Construction Club

Planning Appeal Success in Cornwall National Landscape

Restronguet Point – a room with a view

New premises & 30 Years in the business

Outline Planning Consent Secured for Two New Dwellings

Planning Committee Success: Replacement Dwelling Approved

Current Vacancies – Town Planners

Change of Use Approved: Takeaway to Residential in Cornwall

Architecture Vogue – Maen Valley

Current Vacancies – Senior Landscape Architect

Current Vacancies – Planner / Senior Planner

Replacement Dwelling in lieu of Class Q

Cornwall Building Regulations Update Event 2026

Town Planner Vacancy – Planning Careers UK

International Women’s Day at Laurence Associates

Cornwall Council ‘Call For Sites’

How to Finance a Self-Build

Grid Connection Reform and what it means for Renewable Energy Projects

Class Q Conversions: Unlocking the Potential of Agricultural Buildings

Outline Approval for Three New Homes in St Keyne

Agricultural Barn Development Advice

Regen Planning Conference

Breaking Ground: New Project Progress

The Experts

Laurence Associates Attending Ashfords Business Breakfast

RIBA Safe & Healthy Environments CPD Completed

Four Dwellings Approved Following Outline Consent

Architecture Vogue – Sand Dunes

Laurence Associates Attending Townsend Landowner Seminar

Supporting the Interior Design Journey Through Architecture

Laurence Associates – Royal Cornwall Show 2025

Planning Approved for 5 Unrestricted Rural Homes

Grade II Listed Farmstead Planning Success

Building Regulations Drawings: Why Detail Matters

Energy Consultancy Services at Laurence Associates

Campsite Certificate and Replacement Dwelling Approval Cornwall

Building for Growth

Architecture Vogue – Greenbank Hotel

Planning Appeals Changes from April 2026

Appeal Success – Removing Occupancy Condition

Securing Planning Permission – Community Hall Poundstock

Waterside Lookout

What is the Community Infrastructure Levy?

Cornwall Council Housing Requirement – Laurence Associates

Planning Consent Secured for Methane-Capture Facility

How to Find a Building Plot

Penzance Business Breakfast

Replacement Dwellings – Pushing the boundaries of Architecture

A Collaborative Approach to Creating Meaningful Spaces

Rural Enterprise – Helping Rural Business Flourish

Replacement Dwelling Approved Following Class Q Success

Designing for Legacy, Lifestyle and Longevity

Best of Houzz 2017 Design Award

Architecture Vogue – Higher Harlyn

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

Class Q Planning Permission

Planning Permission Success for Barn Conversion

Architecture Vogue – Smallridge Bros

A positive appeal decision for Laurence Associates

Laurence Associates – Royal Cornwall Show 2024

Why Do a Self Build?

Seaside Sensation

Home Renovation Progress Falmouth

Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 – March

Business Cornwall – March 2026

Architecture Vogue – Eyebrid

Bespoke Architectural Design Process

Appeal Success Near St Ives

Securing Planning Permission – Greenbank Hotel Falmouth

Construction Excellence Southwest Summit 2026

Why Do I Need a Professional Consultant’s Certificate?

St Piran’s Day 2026 – Celebrating Cornwall’s Heritage

Planning Approval for Sauna in Protected Landscape

Planning Permission Success for Access, Parking & Facilities

Designing for Approval or Designing to Build?

Laurence Associates Welcomes New Design Director

Planning Success in Tintagel

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

SEC1 Compliance & Energy-Efficient Homes in Cornwall

Tom Evans Promoted to Junior Planner

Laurence Associates Welcomes New Planning Director

Celebrating 20 Years of Leadership – Richard Marsden

Vickery Holman Market Review

Elmhurst Energy CPD

Laurence Associates at Kernow Construction Club

Should I use an Architect?

3D Modelling an image speaks a thousand words

National Planning Policy Framework

Building for Growth