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Arcadia Easterbush Nursery
17 Oct 2018 By - LWNew Executive Style Dwelling
10 Oct 2018 By - LWWe are pleased to confirm we have received planning permission for a detached executive style dwelling on Regency Drive, Stockton Brook.
The Clients will be selling the plot of land with Planning Approval.
Oldham North Academy
12 Sep 2018 By - LWWe have been appointed to work on a new Teaching and Changing Block at Oldham North Academy for Oldham Borough Council. This is our 3rd project in Oldham working with our partners Extraspace Solutions to deliver a new 4FE Block which will transform the Academy from a 6FE to 10FE Secondary school. The building will be delivered using Offsite Construction and will be clad in rainscreen cladding mirroring the appearance of an existing multicoloured block on the website.
Highfield Road East, Biddulph
15 Aug 2018 By - LWWe are pleased to confirm that we have received planning approval for a single storey rear extension and raised decking area providing our client with an open plan living space, larger kitchen and dining area.
Matthew Quinlan
09 Aug 2018 By - LWbpArchitecture are pleased to announce that Matt Quinlan joined us on 6 August 2018 as a Graduate Part 1 Architectural Assistant after completing his Part 1 Degree in Architecture at Liverpool John Moores University.
Congleton Road, Biddulph
06 Aug 2018 By - LWWe are pleased to confirm that we have received planning approval for a single storey rear extension to create a shower room and open plan dining/kitchen/family room.
Celebrating 7 Years
01 Aug 2018 By - LWToday bpArchitecture are celebrating 7 years in practice. From small beginnings we have grown into a tight knit team with a busy and varied workload and some fantastic Clients.
Former Co-op Bank, Biddulph
11 Jun 2018 By - LWPlanning Approval has been granted for the former Co Op bank in Biddulph. The ground floor will be split back into two Retail Units with GIA of 77 and 98 m2. The first floor is to be split into two flats - A One bed 54 m2 and a Two bed 96 m2
Thames Drive - Appeal won
23 Mar 2018 By - LWFantastic news by email today, we have won an Appeal for alterations to a Residential unit for a couple and parents who have severely disabled children.
NHS SBS Framework
09 Mar 2018 By - LWWe have been notified that we have been reappointed to the SBS Construction Consultancy Framework - a 4 year framework offering professional Construction Consultancy Services - along with our Multi disciplinary Team : -
bpArchitecture, Summers Inman, Aspin Consulting, Perrins Design, Knights Planning, FFC Landscape Architects, Jonathan Cornes Associates Building Surveyors and Earth Environmental.
Here's to another successful period working together.
Wolverhampton Homes
01 Feb 2018 By - LWWe are in the News Again.
Wolverhampton Homes first dwellings using Offsite Construction methods - Designed by bpArchitecture were lifted into place at the end of January and are due to complete on site 14 February 2018.
See Planning Portal article.
Wolverhampton Homes plan to produce more homes on derelict sites using Offsite Construction methods following completion of this site.
https://www.planningportal.co.uk/…/planning_news_-_1_februa…
Victoria Community Garden
19 Jan 2018 By - LWA Planning application has been submitted to SMDC for works to Victoria Community Garden in Biddulph. The works include a new paving layout in the Garden to provide six circular paved areas titled Floral, Play, Memorial and Quiet & Relaxing.
The proposals also include the introduction of a mining memorial in the form of a stone obelisk, a number of dry deck fountains, feature lights and improved landscaping as well as modifications to footpaths and the abutting highway kerbs.
The proposals will vastly improve this community space and make it fit for future use.
Easter Bush Nursery
10 Jan 2018 By - LWWe are pleased to confirm that we have received planning approval for the construction of a Nursery on The University of Edinburgh Easter Bush Campus.
The project will start on site soon and be ready for occupation in May.
Sandy Lane Development
08 Sep 2017 By - LWWe have received Planning Approval on 1 September 2017 for a development of 3 Residential Units in Brown Edge, two years of hard work.
Dean Deakin
19 Jun 2017 By - LWWe welcome back Dean who returns to the Practice after completing his Part 1 Degree in Architecture at Leeds University.
Dean originally joined the Practice in May 2016 to gain work experience having partially completed a Degree in Architecture.
He has experience in Education, Residential, Community and Infrastructure projects together with 3D visualisations.
Northmoor Academy
12 Jun 2017 By - LWWe are pleased to announce that Northmoor Academy is listed as Finalist in the Offsite Construction Awards in both the Education Project of the Year AND Best Use of Volumetric Technology categories - well done team.
Lisa Walker
04 Apr 2017 By - LWbpArchitecture are pleased to announce that Lisa Walker joined us on 4 April 2017 as our PA.
Lisa joins us with 13 years experience working as an Architectural Secretary and 5 years experience as Office Manager working for a Building Surveyors.
We are pleased to have her on board our team.
2 Executive Dwellings
09 Feb 2017 By - LWWe are pleased to confirm that we have today received Planning Approval for the construction of two new Executive Dwellings in Congleton for a Private Client.
Both dwellings will have five / six bedrooms and are situated in a sought after location with commanding views to the rear and large garden areas.
New Art Studio
09 Feb 2017 By - LWWe are pleased to confirm that Planning Approval has been achieved this week for works to convert the Fenns Barn in Stockton Brook into an Art Studio.
Our Clients will be offering courses in Pottery, Pattern, Painting and Sculpture including Guest Teachers. These will be daytime, evening (during term time) and weekend courses.
Whilst construction detailing and the build takes place our Clients intend to offer some taster sessions. So watch this space.
Sugar Well Farm
03 Feb 2017 By - LWWe have received Planning Approval for an extension to a Private Clients House.
The project involves a new garage at first floor, new bedroom at ground floor and incorporates a part pitched, green roof.
The works are developed within the residential curtilage of a dwelling set within Green Belt and adjacent to one of Staffordshire's most important monuments.
Newstead Academy
03 Feb 2017 By - LWWe have received Planning Approval for Newstead Academy.
The works consist of alterations and an extension including 8 new classrooms and an extension to the hall and kitchen to enlarge a Single Form Entry Primary school to Two Form Entry for Stoke on Trent City Council.
Architecture Awards 2016
19 Sep 2016 By - LWbpArchitecture have just won our second award this year!
We have again been awarded Best Architects Practice in Staffordshire and Recognised Experts in Modular Construction.
Thanks to our Clients and Contractors for nominating us.
Planning Approvals Galore
22 Jul 2016 By - LWThis week we have received Planning Approval for a Residential Development if 4 Units in Chesterton and an Approval for a Bungalow for Over 55 Use in Newcastle.
Lesley Turner
30 Jun 2016 By - LWThe Practice is steadily growing, we welcome Lesley Turner who is a qualified Architect with 25 years experience.
Lesley has extensive experience in Education, Healthcare, Retail, Leisure and Residential Sectors.
Building Excellence Awards
17 May 2016 By - LWbpArchitecture have been awarded Best Multi Disciplinary Architects in Staffordshire in the Business Excellence Awards
Tender - New Secondary School
14 Feb 2016 By - BSPbpArchitecture have been appointed to design a new Secondary School for a London Borough as part of a Design and Build bid.
New Offices for bpArchitecture
04 Jan 2016 By - BSPbpArchitecture are pleased to announce that we have moved into our new Offices in Biddulph Town Centre. Final painting, decorations, lighting installation and fixtures took place in the two weeks before Christmas to get all of our equipment moved in.
This followed a two month Landlords refurbishment process to separate the retail unit on the ground floor from a residential flat being formed upstairs.
Followed by our own 6 week refurbishment, replastering, new ceiling, new floor finishes, lighting, ten day operation to repaint and repair the original shopfront, thermal improvements to the external walls, new lighting, wiring and data cabling, new toilet sink and cabinets as well as a new kitchenette to provide us with regulation compliant premises and a comfortable and enjoyable place for our staff to work from.
We finally started trading from our new office on 5 January 2016 - what a good way to start our fifth year in Business.
We now have desk space for the practice to grow and take on more Technical staff.
Prize Buildings Site Planning
31 Mar 2015 By - BSPPlanning approval has been received today for a residential development in Biddulph, aimed at over 55's community. Seven Units consiting of Bungalows and 2 storey Cottages are to be constructed in two block over two phases.
Stage 4 Technical Detail design now commencing.
Over 55's Residential Develop
11 Mar 2015 By - BSPAfter several months of chaasing , we have finally received Planning Approval for our residential Development in Biddulph.
The scheme consists of 7 units contained in two blocks featuring a mix of cottage and bungalow style units designed to accomodate the over 55 community. The scheme features a number of sustainable features including Solar thermal and solar PV energy provision, Downstairs wetroom and upstairs Ensuite bathroom accomodation, a generous open plan lounge, dining and kitchen area overlooking a private garden space. Each unit has a roof overhand to the front with a plug in socket to provide buggy charging facility.
The development is designed around a feature landscaped sensory courtyard. Situated in Biddulph Town centre, this is the perfect location for the retired community.
Hollinwood One Week On
27 Feb 2015 By - BSPOne week on and all of the Classroom block modules have now been delivered, installed and fixed on site at our new ASD School in Oldham. Its amazing what you can achieve in one week. The building is now watertight . Now the internal fit out and external cladding begins at teh same time .
Modules have been erected in Extraspace's factory in Dublin, whilst the Groundworks were also taking place on site, cutting down the overall time on site.
http://webcam.newbridgeschool.net/cgi-bin/guestimage.html
Leek Moorlands Survey
25 Feb 2015 By - BSPOut surveying at the Leek Moorlands Hospital on Wednesday 25th, we picked the best day , for a two hour survey on site, nice and sunny.
Hollinwood Advancing On Site
20 Feb 2015 By - BSPWe have a new ASD School on site in Oldham at the moment , This is being constructed using Offsite Construction and is Co located adjacent to an existing Special needs school.
The school have a live webcam link on their building so we can watch the site developing http://webcam.newbridgeschool.net/cgi-bin/guestimage.html
New 3FE Primary School
11 Feb 2015 By - BSPIn February 2015 bpArchitecture submitted a Planning application for a new 630 pupil 3FE Primary School, with 26 Place Nursery located in the centre of Oldham. The school was designed to comply with EFA standards but did based on a modified EFA plan form. As the site is set on a steeply sloping site we were required to design to suit a difficult 12m sloping site, taking into account a city centre location, orientation, levels, access, noise, as well as provision of internal and external Sports facilities.
We came up with a 3 storey classroom block and 2 storey admin block all utilising offsite construction modules, this is set around a double storey multi purpose hall, dining area and services block. Seperate KS1 and KS2 playgrounds are provided as well as an external stepped auditoreum overlooking the external sports spaces.
Planning Approval was granted on 15 April 2015 when the scheme was unannimously approved at committee.
Our Design and build colleagues at Extraspace Solutions are currently putting together detailed costs and proposals. Start on site will commence on site circa May 2015.
Oldham ASD - On Site Watch it
11 Feb 2015 By - BSPOur new ASD School in Oldham is now on site. Our Client has a web cam mounted on the adjacent co located Newbridge Special School looking at our site to allow the pupils to keep a close eye on what is happening on site. This also allows us to monitor progress on site.
Works commenced on site in February 2015 with a 6 day delivery period for the modules making up the classrooms. The remainder of the fit out work to the classrooms and the construction of the Sports hall is to be progressed on site.
Watch this space....:- http://webcam.newbridgeschool.net/cgi-bin/guestimage.html
webcam link no longer available as this project is now complete on site.
Stacey Sykes
15 Dec 2014 By - BSPOn the 15 December 2014 bpArchitecture welcomed Stacey Sykes to the practice. Stacey will be working with us as an Architectural assistant with specialism in Building Conservation and Interior Design, and is a much needed addition to the practice.
Stacey completed a Degree in Architectural Conservation at Derby University and has worked as an Assistant Conservation Officer, and in conservation practices before joining us and so brings with her experience working on conservation projects.
Castle Camping
19 Nov 2014 By - BSPNovember 2014.
In December last year, having received a Planning refusal for a new Camping and Caravan site in Mow Cop, a new Client approached us to act on their behalf.
We visited the site to look at the proposals, snd followed this up with a discussion about the scheme with the Planning Officer, and suggested solutions. We came up with two alternative schemes and took one forward for Planning Approval.
The proposal was to provide a new Shower and WC block as well as Ancillary accomodation for a newly registered Camping and Caravan club site, .set on a hillside close to Mow Cop Castle and overlooking the market town of Biddulph. This picturesque site is the perfect camping and caravan location, but for the business to be successful additional facilities were needed.
We carefully designed the new facilities to nestle into the hillside, partially concealed by the existing accomodation on the site and more in keeping with the rural location; and acheived a successful approval for our Client.
Works have now commnced on site.
Another Primary School for Old
27 Oct 2014 By - BSP27 October 2014. Our Client at Oldham Borough Council have been so pleased with design of a recently submitted scheme for a new ASD Primary school, that they have now asked us to Design a new 630 place Primary School to be situated in the Centre of Oldham.
We are to commence briefing next month.
We are very excited and deligted to be involved in yet another project for Oldham.
Boundary Disputes
15 Oct 2014 By - BSPOver the last few months we have been experiencing a mele of Planning issues that surround projects with difficult Planning and boundary issues.
We have been working for one of our Clients to provide a small residential development in a rural location. This should have been a simple approval process. However, because of numerous attempts by a previous developer to get additional residentail development approved on the site and adjacent land. A lengthy trawl through planning records was necessary to prove the extent of the residential curtilage, as well as use of the site as a residential dwelling over the last ten years.
We are happy to say that we achieved a successul result for our Cleint.
New ASD School - Press release
16 Sep 2014 By - BSPOur Design for a new ASD School in Oldham is officially announced in the press today .
... http://www.oldham-chronicle.co.uk/…/625m-new-school-for-aut…
bpArchitecture are proud to have designed this new facility for one of our specific specialisms.
Moss House Barns - Appeal Won
28 Aug 2014 By - BSPFollowing refusal of Planning permission for a Barn Conversion; on sustainable location grounds - despite being just outside Alsager and 2 minutes from the A500; We lodged a Planning appeal for a Barn Conversion to Market Dwellings in Bignall end on behalf of our Clients.
We received formal notification today 27 August 2014 that the appeal has been won.
Oliver Hopwood joins us - Aug
27 Aug 2014 By - BSPbpArchitecture welcomes Oliver Hopwood to our practice.
One week in and he has hit the ground running. Client changes for our new ASD school completed today ready for client sign off.
Oldham ASD Bid
16 Jul 2014 By - BSPWe have just submitted a Tender bid for a new ASD School in Oldham along with our Design and Build Offsite partners ExtraSpace Solutions. The school will provide 14 new classrooms for pupils on the spectrum, and also include Training rooms for Office and Retail a Kinethetic Ball Hall, and a Sports Hall providing suitable accomodation for Disabled Basketball and Rugby.
A phone call from the Client on 31 July confirmed that they are very impressed with our submission and that we are the prefered bidder.
What a way to start a weeks holiday.
NHS SBS Framework
19 Apr 2014 By - BSPNHS ITT tender was submitted, in January 2014, this involved and initial bid whcih commenced mid 2013, followed by taking up of references from our previous Public Sector Clients, Several Months of form filling, reference checking and fee bidding.
We received notification in April 2014 that we had passed through this process and are now on the SBS Framework for provision of Construction Consultancy Services. the framework lasts for four years.
Millport FSC Bid
21 Feb 2014 By - BSP21 February 2014.
bpArchitecture have been appointed to provide Architectural input into a Design and Build tender bid. We are to design a new Teaching Block and 32 bed Student Accomodation block on a remote Scottish Island to be used by the FSC at their Marine Biology Study Centre at Millport.
The bid will be working alongside one of our Design and Build contracting partners.
Stone Social Centre
13 Nov 2013 By - BSPPlanning and Conservation area Consent for Alterations new entrance and porch to Stone Social Centre have been negotiated and achieved with Stafford Borough Council. Building Regulation and Construction Working Drawings were produced and the works tendered with a number of local contractors .
Works were completed on site in November 2013.
Moss House Barns - Sept 2013
13 Sep 2013 By - BSPTwo Planning Applications were submitted in Septemebr 2013 for Barn conversion in Bignall end.
The first to provide the Client with three Holiday lettig units and Second Application for Barn Conversion to provide Market Dwellings with Wow factor. Two dwellings are provided with four and Five Large bedrooms, large Kitchen and utility room, Open Plan Lounge, Dining Area with Rural Views, Galleried landing overlooking the lounge areas. the upper floor features original King Post trusses.
We have also designed part of the ground floor accomodation to provide home office or Studio workspace for those wanting a close work/living accomodation, in an idyllic setting.
Pendinas
12 Sep 2013 By - BSPPlanning Approval has been achieved for our project in Trentham - September 2013. the scheme provides alterations and and L shaped extension and single storey rear extension to provide extended living accomodation for one of our clients as well as some internal remodelling.
Winterley - Sept 2013
11 Sep 2013 By - BSPRemodelling and Extensions to an old Lodge - Project submitted for Planning Sept 2013 to improve overall living space. PLanning Approval achieved November 2013. Building Regulations drawings were produced February 2014.
Works are now on site.
Knypersley Scheme Commences
18 Jul 2013 By - BSPPlanning and Building Regulation approval for a Residential scheme in Knypersley has been achieved. Our client was keen to move into their new premises, and instructed us to proceed with preparation of Building Regulations drawings, whilst the scheme was submitted for PLanning Approval.
This allowed us to secure Building Regulation approval, and for the Clients builder to price the works before Planning Approval was achieved. Works started on site the day after planning approval was received, and are now complete on site.
BSP Jan 2013, Updated July 2013.
Eaves
25 May 2013 By - BSPOne of our Farm projects Eaves Farm, this one got Planning and Listed Building Consent in May 2013, we went through circa 5 options to find one agreeable in cost, space and Conservation terms, and to critically retain certain key features.
The Client required a modest extension to this Grade II listed Farmhouse, to improve the facilities on the upper floor. The scheme has been discussed and agreed with the Conservation Officer to allow Planning Approval to be achieved.
Building Regulation drawings have now been drawn up and the Clients Builder is to price the works. One of our Farm projects, this one got Planning and Listed Building Consent in May 2013, we went through circa 5 options to find one agreeable in cost, space and Conservation terms, and to critically retain certain key features.
Constructionline
17 Apr 2013 By - BSPWe are now on Constructionline, this allows pre approved PQQ and references to be applied by Clients.
Conservation Studies
16 Jan 2013 By - BSPKate starts a part time course in Building Conservation.
Kate Walker joins BPA
03 Oct 2012 By - BSPWe are pleased to welcome Kate Walker to the practice. Kate joins us having completed a Masters in Architecture at Liverpool John Moors.
Kate will be completing her RIBA Professional practice with us.
Residential Approval Bignall E
21 Jul 2012 By - BSPPlanning Approval for a Residential development in Green belt has been approved. The approval provides our Client with a large extension to a Domestic Dwelling to provide luxury accomodation for their extended family. Located just off the A500 in a rural setting.
Detail Design and Building Regulations now complete and works to commence on Site in Sept.
Biddulph On site
25 May 2012 By - BSPPlanning and Building Regulation approval for a new development in Biddulph has been achieved and works are now on site.
Etruria Apartments
23 Mar 2012 By - BSPPlanning Approval for Change of Use to Residential Apartments in Etruria.
Now complete on site.
Burntwood Change of Use
10 Mar 2012 By - BSPPlanning Approval for Change of Use for a Residential project in Burntwood Staffs.
Now complete on site.
Agricultural Prior Approval
24 Feb 2012 By - BSPPlanning Approval is achieved for an Agricultural project in Knypersley.
BPA have secured Planning Approval via a prior notification for a new Agricultural Barn on our Clients Agricultural Holding.
U3A Move to New Facilities
21 Jan 2012 By - BSPbpA assist U3A with Change of Use and Building Control issues which mean that they are able to move to larger premises, refurbishment complete and they are now up and running and having fun.
Residential Project - Endon
12 Dec 2011 By - BSPPlanning Approval has been achieved for a Residential project in Endon.
New Acute Unit Opens
31 Oct 2011 By - BSPA new 12 bed Acute Unit was officially opened at St Georges Hospital Stafford today .
The project consisted of the construction of new 12 bed Acute Unit Ward catering for users with Learning Difficulties . The project also provides ancillary accommodation within the refurbished ground floor of the Michael Flannagan Building, a former Isolation Ward constructed in the 1850's.
Other facilities provided are a courtyard garden providing quiet recreational space, and a secure garden whcih also incorporates a decking area, greenhouse and raised planting beds to allow patients to grow their own plants.