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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Planning Consent Secured for Methane-Capture Facility

Navigating Building Regulations in Cornwall: A Design Led Approach

3D Modelling an image speaks a thousand words

Community Sponsorship St Just RFC

Appeal Success Near St Ives

Building for Growth

Where Design Meets Detail: The Role of Materials in Architecture

Current Vacancies – Town Planners

CESW Summit 2026

Bespoke Architectural Design Process

Powering the Future: Repowering Wind Turbines Across the UK

Grade II Listed Farmstead Planning Success

Planning Approval Secured for Multi-Generational Home in Feock

A Guide to Our Planning Application Process

Architecture Vogue – Sand Dunes

Ana Coelho promoted to Senior Chartered Architect

Laurence Associates to Exhibit at Devon County Show 2026

Penzance Business Breakfast

Current Vacancies – Senior Landscape Architect

Why Part T Is Changing Commercial Design More Than You Think

Current Vacancies – Planner / Senior Planner

Sensitive Dwelling Alterations Approved by Council

Cornwall Building Regulations Update Event 2026

Laurence Associates prepares for Royal Cornwall Show 2026

New premises & 30 Years in the business

Replacement Dwelling Approved Following Class Q Success

RIBA Safe & Healthy Environments CPD Completed

Tom Evans Promoted to Junior Planner

Architecture Vogue – Greenbank Hotel

Energy Consultancy Services at Laurence Associates

Neighbourhood Plan Regulation Changes 2026

Waterside Lookout

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

National Planning Policy Framework

Rural Exception Scheme Approved in Perran Downs

Best of Houzz 2017 Design Award

Securing Five Unrestricted Homes in Mawgan Porth

Replacement Dwellings – Pushing the boundaries of Architecture

Change of Use Approved: Takeaway to Residential in Cornwall

Building Regulations Drawings: Why Detail Matters

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

Feock replacement dwelling project overview

Business Cornwall – March 2026

Housing Appeal Success in West Cornwall

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

Certificates of Lawfulness Explained

Farm Diversification Opportunities in the Southwest

Eco development on the sand dunes at Hayle

Non-Material Amendment Success

Functional Living in a Contemporary Cornish Home

Celebrating 20 Years of Creativity and Leadership with Jason Pledger

Celebrating 20 Years of Leadership – Richard Marsden

Laurence Associates Expands with New Office in Exeter

Construction Excellence Southwest Summit 2026

Town Planner Vacancy – Planning Careers UK

Seamless Single Storey Extensions That Complement Your Home

Elmhurst Energy CPD

SEC1 Compliance & Energy-Efficient Homes in Cornwall

Building for Growth

Section 73 Approval for Revised Bungalow Scheme in St Erth

Affordable Housing Success

Progress Update: Shaping a Bespoke Home

Laurence Associates – Royal Cornwall Show 2025

Visit Laurence Associates at the Royal Cornwall Show 2026

Agricultural Barn Development Advice

Housing Schemes in Cornwall That Truly Work for People

Grand Designs

Laurence Associates Returning to the Royal Cornwall Show 2026

Laurence Associates – Royal Cornwall Show 2024

Cornwall Local Plan Update 2028 and What It Means for Development

Appeal Success: Caravan Site Approved in Cornwall

Planning Approval for Sauna in Protected Landscape

Coastal Home Design in Devon & Cornwall

Cape Cornwall Club Redevelopment | Laurence Associates

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

Planning Approved for Farmhouse Extension on Bodmin Moor

A positive appeal decision for Laurence Associates

Home Renovation Progress Falmouth

Our First Newsletter Is Live | Latest Projects, News & Events

Designing for Legacy, Lifestyle and Longevity

Cornwall Council Housing Requirement – Laurence Associates

Laurence Associates at Kernow Construction Club

Laurence Associates Attends Cornwall Council Planning Agents Forum

Property Development Forum

Laurence Associates at Business Fest South West Westpoint

Replacement Dwelling in lieu of Class Q

Laurence Associates Attending Townsend Landowner Seminar

What is the Community Infrastructure Levy?

Meet the Laurence Associates Team at Devon County Show 2026

Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 – March

Planning Permission for Community Garden Redevelopment in Newquay

Securing Planning Permission – Greenbank Hotel Falmouth

Planning Permission Success for Barn Conversion

Successful Appeal Secured on Caravan Use and Building Definition

Visit Laurence Associates at the Royal Cornwall Show 2026

Planning Appeal Success in Cornwall National Landscape

A Collaborative Approach to Creating Meaningful Spaces

Final Days at the Devon County Show for Laurence Associates

Conversion in the Countryside: Securing Planning for a Rural Bothy

Happy Easter from Laurence Associates

Architecture Vogue – Maen Valley

Should I use an Architect?

International Women’s Day at Laurence Associates

Class Q Conversions: Unlocking the Potential of Agricultural Buildings

Designing for Approval or Designing to Build?

Barn Conversion Approved West Cornwall

Considering a Home Extension?

Barn Conversions Under Class Q and Class R

Creating Flow and Connection Within the Home

Breaking Ground: New Project Progress

Design Appraisals UK | Site Feasibility and Planning Assessments

Design and Placemaking PPG out now

Class Q Planning Permission

From sketch to reality the power of visualisation in design development

Outline Approval for Three New Homes in St Keyne

Why Involve Landscape Architects in Biodiversity Net Gain Proposals

Small Housing Schemes

How to Finance a Self-Build

Architecture Vogue – Eyebrid

How to Find a Building Plot

Laurence Associates Sponsors Rosudgeon and Kenneggy Cricket Club

Planning Permission Success for Access, Parking & Facilities

Supporting the Interior Design Journey Through Architecture

Laurence Associates Attending Ashfords Business Breakfast

River Camel Nutrient Neutrality Update 2026: Bodmin Removed

Laurence Associates attending Kernow Construction Club

Master Planning That Creates Places for the Future

Every Project Has More Than One Story to Tell

Cornwall Council ‘Call For Sites’

Restronguet Point – a room with a view

Outline Planning Consent for Hotel and Restaurant Development in Cornwall

Campsite Certificate and Replacement Dwelling Approval Cornwall

Porthcothan Site Update: Residential Planning Progress

A Tailored Approach to Conceptual Design

Laurence Associates Welcomes New Design Director

Current Progress on Site in Falmouth

A Busy Week of Progress Across the Practice

Building Towards a Greener Future: Our Earth Day Commitment

Understanding the Design Brief Service at Laurence Associates

Natural Light

Architecture Vogue – Enys Hill

Vickery Holman Market Review

Committee Success Secures Permission in Principle for New Homes

Laurence Associates Welcomes New Planning Director

Permission in Principle Success in St Austell

Planning Permission Secured in Rock Cornwall

Rural Outbuilding Conversion Secures Planning Consent

Seaside Sensation

Meet the Laurence Associates Team at Royal Cornwall Show 2026

Rural Enterprise – Helping Rural Business Flourish

Visit Laurence Associates at the Devon County Show This Week

A considered evolution of a familiar form

Unlocking Potential Through Replacement

Planning changes from April 2026: why expert advice matters more than ever

Planning Appeals Changes from April 2026

Planning Approved for 5 Unrestricted Rural Homes

Architecture Vogue – Higher Harlyn

Four Dwellings Approved Following Outline Consent

Planning Committee Success: Replacement Dwelling Approved

Securing Planning Permission – Community Hall Poundstock

Permission in Principle Secured for 4 to 9 Dwellings in North Hill

Planning Success in Tintagel

Property Development Forum

Architecture Vogue – Smallridge Bros

Regen Planning Conference

Attending Women in Business Breakfast at Truro Golf Club

Appeal Success – Removing Occupancy Condition

Team Attends Michelmore’s Property Development Club in Exeter

Why Do a Self Build?

Self-Build and Custom Build Homes with Laurence Associates

Grid Connection Reform and what it means for Renewable Energy Projects

The Experts

Outline Planning Consent Secured for Two New Dwellings

Why Do I Need a Professional Consultant’s Certificate?

Laurence Associates to Attend Business Fest