As Architects we often hold public consultations which enables us to gather thoughts and insights from the local community, identify and address any design concerns and ensure we can help meet local needs. Being open with the local community with plans helps to build a trust relationship and at times can streamline the planning approval process. We’ve held quite a few of these recently and it’s a valuable and rewarding part of our jobs speaking with the local community whom developments may affect. Plus we often meet some great characters with some hilarious stories! Heartwarming.
