We often appreciate the design and construction aspects of a project, but we rarely think about all of the planning that goes into laying the groundwork to ensure the safety of the public and to help minimise the impact on the environment. Important roles such as environmental engineers, geotechnical engineers and soil engineering are vital…
Whether you are a commercial construction company, a residential construction company or simply a resident looking to renovate their home, the value of quality buildings is rising here in the UK. Recent research seems to indicate that there is consistent growth in the number of homeowners renovating and improving their homes rather than moving property.…
Whatever your project is, big or small, finding the right architect for the job is an important part of the process. Renovating your home or planning a commercial build is a complicated project, and an architect will have one of the most significant impacts on the final outcome. From coming up with the initial design…
So, you’d like to extend your home, build a property from scratch or have work done on your commercial premises, but have you considered the most important factors? Architectural work requires proper planning to ensure the job is completed to the highest standard and on the right side of the law, so always take the…
Expanding your business or starting a new business is exciting. Whether you plan on opening a delicious Italian restaurant, sports bar or commercial store, with good planning you’ll soon reap the rewards of all your hard work. So what should you think about when it comes to running your new business? Read on for all…
Are you a homeowner keen to boost the value of your property? Let’s face it – most homeowners are! But what exactly can you do to add to your property’s value when you are on a tight budget? Home extensions and renovations are one of the most popular ways to boost property value, but they…
The kitchen often ends up being the room where we spend the most time in our homes. Not only is it a space for cooking and preparing food, but it’s also a great room to socialise and relax in. Kitchen design is one of the things that many homeowners often spend ages deciding over. Where…
Here at Integrated Designs & Associates Ltd, we’re proud to be based in Birmingham. We have many amazing buildings right on our doorstep. So, we thought we would take a look at some of our favourite architectural sites from around our great city. We hope that this helps to give you an idea of some…
Kitchen extensions are a popular home improvement, offering extra space for small kitchens or creating a more inclusive home with an open plan kitchen diner. As one of the most used rooms in any property, kitchens are a place for cooking, hosting and socialising, but if you don’t have enough space to do this comfortably,…
Although you may not realise it, engineering is integral to day-to-day life – even yours! Without engineering, we wouldn’t have the roads we drive on, the houses we live in or any of the materials we use at home or at work. Put simply, engineering is the process of using science and reason to build…
