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

Today we celebrate St Piran’s Day and recognise the heritage, identity and enduring spirit of.

As a practice based in Cornwall, our work is continually shaped by the county’s distinctive character. Its landscape, historic settlements and strong cultural identity inform our approach to design and placemaking. We are privileged to contribute to projects that support local communities, businesses and the built environment across the region.

St Piran’s Day provides an opportunity to reflect on Cornwall’s rich history and to acknowledge the responsibility we share in helping to shape its future with care and respect. We remain committed to delivering thoughtful, sustainable design that responds to context and enhances the places people value most.

We extend our thanks to our clients, collaborators and communities who continue to place their trust in us. We are proud to live and work in Cornwall and to play a part in its ongoing story.

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What is the Community Infrastructure Levy?

Planning Appeals Changes from April 2026

Securing Planning Permission – Community Hall Poundstock

Architecture Vogue – Enys Hill

Cornwall Council ‘Call For Sites’

A Collaborative Approach to Creating Meaningful Spaces

Where Design Meets Detail: The Role of Materials in Architecture

A Tailored Approach to Conceptual Design

Grid Connection Reform and what it means for Renewable Energy Projects

Grade II Listed Farmstead Planning Success

Ana Coelho promoted to Senior Chartered Architect

Laurence Associates Welcomes New Planning Director

Attending Women in Business Breakfast at Truro Golf Club

Architecture Vogue – Greenbank Hotel

Planning Approval Secured for Multi-Generational Home in Feock

Design Appraisals UK | Site Feasibility and Planning Assessments

Building Regulations Drawings: Why Detail Matters

Four Dwellings Approved Following Outline Consent

Building Towards a Greener Future: Our Earth Day Commitment

Replacement Dwelling in lieu of Class Q

A positive appeal decision for Laurence Associates

Planning Permission Secured in Rock Cornwall

Architecture Vogue – Higher Harlyn

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

Property Development Forum

Property Development Forum

Planning Success in Tintagel

From sketch to reality the power of visualisation in design development

Conversion in the Countryside: Securing Planning for a Rural Bothy

Section 73 Approval for Revised Bungalow Scheme in St Erth

Construction Excellence Southwest Summit 2026

3D Modelling an image speaks a thousand words

Current Progress on Site in Falmouth

Designing for Legacy, Lifestyle and Longevity

SEC1 Compliance & Energy-Efficient Homes in Cornwall

Planning Consent Secured for Methane-Capture Facility

National Planning Policy Framework

Building for Growth

Outline Approval for Three New Homes in St Keyne

Appeal Success – Removing Occupancy Condition

Building for Growth

Why Part T Is Changing Commercial Design More Than You Think

Home Renovation Progress Falmouth

Architecture Vogue – Maen Valley

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

Current Vacancies – Planner / Senior Planner

Feock replacement dwelling project overview

Planning Permission Success for Barn Conversion

Replacement Dwelling Approved Following Class Q Success

Cape Cornwall Club Redevelopment | Laurence Associates

Natural Light

Should I use an Architect?

Laurence Associates – Royal Cornwall Show 2024

Appeal Success Near St Ives

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

How to Finance a Self-Build

Architecture Vogue – Sand Dunes

A Guide to Our Planning Application Process

Cornwall Council Housing Requirement – Laurence Associates

Best of Houzz 2017 Design Award

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

Unlocking Potential Through Replacement

Waterside Lookout

Elmhurst Energy CPD

Happy Easter from Laurence Associates

Tom Evans Promoted to Junior Planner

The Experts

Replacement Dwellings – Pushing the boundaries of Architecture

Laurence Associates to Attend Business Fest

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

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

Design and Placemaking PPG out now

Energy Consultancy Services at Laurence Associates

Barn Conversion Approved West Cornwall

Successful Appeal Secured on Caravan Use and Building Definition

Creating Flow and Connection Within the Home

RIBA Safe & Healthy Environments CPD Completed

Current Vacancies – Senior Landscape Architect

Laurence Associates Attending Ashfords Business Breakfast

Progress Update: Shaping a Bespoke Home

Appeal Success: Caravan Site Approved in Cornwall

Architecture Vogue – Eyebrid

Laurence Associates Welcomes New Design Director

Cornwall Local Plan Update 2028 and What It Means for Development

Cornwall Building Regulations Update Event 2026

How to Find a Building Plot

International Women’s Day at Laurence Associates

Regen Planning Conference

Planning Appeal Success in Cornwall National Landscape

Laurence Associates – Royal Cornwall Show 2025

Planning Approval for Sauna in Protected Landscape

Why Do I Need a Professional Consultant’s Certificate?

Current Vacancies – Town Planners

Architecture Vogue – Smallridge Bros

Town Planner Vacancy – Planning Careers UK

CESW Summit 2026

Celebrating 20 Years of Leadership – Richard Marsden

Laurence Associates at Kernow Construction Club

Small Housing Schemes

Outline Planning Consent for Hotel and Restaurant Development in Cornwall

Planning Approved for 5 Unrestricted Rural Homes

Planning Committee Success: Replacement Dwelling Approved

Change of Use Approved: Takeaway to Residential in Cornwall

Why Do a Self Build?

New premises & 30 Years in the business

Why Involve Landscape Architects in Biodiversity Net Gain Proposals

Bespoke Architectural Design Process

Seaside Sensation

Housing Appeal Success in West Cornwall

Seamless Single Storey Extensions That Complement Your Home

Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 – March

Outline Planning Consent Secured for Two New Dwellings

Restronguet Point – a room with a view

Penzance Business Breakfast

Neighbourhood Plan Regulation Changes 2026

Eco development on the sand dunes at Hayle

A considered evolution of a familiar form

Planning Permission Success for Access, Parking & Facilities

Business Cornwall – March 2026

Breaking Ground: New Project Progress

Housing Schemes in Cornwall That Truly Work for People

Grand Designs

Rural Enterprise – Helping Rural Business Flourish

Class Q Planning Permission

Barn Conversions Under Class Q and Class R

Powering the Future: Repowering Wind Turbines Across the UK

Supporting the Interior Design Journey Through Architecture

Affordable Housing Success

Laurence Associates attending Kernow Construction Club

River Camel Nutrient Neutrality Update 2026: Bodmin Removed

Designing for Approval or Designing to Build?

Securing Planning Permission – Greenbank Hotel Falmouth

Laurence Associates at Business Fest South West Westpoint

Securing Five Unrestricted Homes in Mawgan Porth

Community Sponsorship St Just RFC

Rural Exception Scheme Approved in Perran Downs

Class Q Conversions: Unlocking the Potential of Agricultural Buildings

Vickery Holman Market Review

Campsite Certificate and Replacement Dwelling Approval Cornwall

Laurence Associates Expands with New Office in Exeter

Planning Permission for Community Garden Redevelopment in Newquay

Laurence Associates Attending Townsend Landowner Seminar

Agricultural Barn Development Advice