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Swann Edwards Architecture Ltd

Name: Swann Edwards Architecture Ltd
Address: Black Barn, Fen Road, Guyhirn, PE134AA, GB
Telephone: +441945450694

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Architectural Practice & Certified Passivhaus Designers creating clear, considered architecture tailored to each client. Part of BE Collective.

Based in Cambridgeshire & Lincolnshire, working nationally. Hello ........

We're Swann Edwards Architecture. We are a dynamic and passionate RIBA Chartered Architects Practice that creates successful buildings which function beyond expectations. We are experienced in and can assist you with all types of building project, be it a small extension to your home or a large commercial scheme, and everything in between. Our diverse skill sets allow us to offer the full range of Architectural Services to our clients. This combined with our client focussed approach, ensures we deliver high-quality projects, innovative design solutions and excellent value. Our services include; Planning Consultancy, Building Regulation Packages, Tender Packages, Contract Administration, 3D visualisations and fly arounds, Sustainable Design, Energy Assessments (including EPCs) and we are Certified Passivhaus Designers. Get in touch to discuss your project….

11/09/2026

Local Government Reorganisation: what should developers and landowners be watching?

The Government has announced a review and pause of its Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) programme, following updated legal advice.

The proposals would see many areas move from the current two-tier system of county and district councils to fewer, larger unitary authorities, changing how local government is structured and where responsibilities sit.

For those involved in planning, development and property, this could have implications for planning responsibilities, policy and decision-making.

For our clients across Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Norfolk and Lincolnshire, the position at time of publish is:

• Cambridgeshire & Peterborough – plans are paused and under review.
• Norfolk – the previous reorganisation decision has been withdrawn.
• Lincolnshire – the decision made in July is also now subject to the Government’s review and the process is paused.

For now, existing councils remain responsible for planning and projects can continue. However, the changing landscape is something developers and landowners should keep in mind when making longer-term planning and investment decisions.

We’ll continue to monitor developments and share relevant updates as the picture becomes clearer.

09/09/2026

Did you see this great extension project from our sister company, SE Addition?

Over on the Addition website, you can hear directly from the clients about their experience of the project, how the design evolved around the way their family lives, and what the finished space means to them.

From connecting the original 150-year-old cottage with its former garage to creating a new social hub for family and friends, it’s a great example of how thoughtful design can completely transform the way a home works.

The full video showcase, along with before-and-after photography and the case study, is now available on the SE Addition website.

Take a look: https://www.se-addition.co.uk/new-heart-150yr-cottage

01/09/2026

Building Safety Levy: One month to go

From 1 October 2026, the new Building Safety Levy will apply to certain residential developments in England.

For developers and landowners with schemes in the pipeline, now is the time to understand whether the levy could affect your project — and whether it has been properly allowed for in your viability, programme and development costs.

A few things to check now:

▫️ Is your scheme within scope? Certain developments are exempt, so the first step is understanding how the rules apply to your project.

▫️ When will your building control application be submitted? The timing of the application can be important when determining whether the levy applies.

▫️ Is your site previously developed land? Recent amendments have changed the provisions around previously developed land, including a potential 50% reduction in the levy for qualifying schemes.

▫️ Have the costs been factored into your appraisal? The levy sits alongside existing development charges and should be considered as part of your overall development budget.

With the 1 October 2026 implementation date now just one month away, it's worth reviewing schemes that are currently being designed, submitted or prepared for building control.

If you're a developer or landowner planning a residential scheme, our team can help you consider the levy alongside your design, planning strategy, programme and overall development objectives.

31/08/2026

Could your land be worth a second look?

The new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) puts a stronger focus on delivering new homes and making better use of land — including clearer national policy support for limited infilling within groups of houses. SCROLL for key points...

For landowners, this could be relevant to plots between existing homes, larger gardens, paddocks or other underused land within an established pattern of development.

Importantly, this doesn't mean every infill site will now be suitable for development. Site context, design and local planning policies will still matter, alongside issues such as highways, flooding, ecology, trees, heritage and neighbouring properties.

But for sites that have previously been considered unsuitable — or proposals that haven't succeeded in the past — the planning position may now be worth reassessing.

We’re actively reviewing the implications of the new Framework and what they could mean in practice for landowners and development projects. Reach out if you have a site you’d like us to help review.

29/08/2026

Progress on site at Clenchwarton

We’re pleased to see this five-dwelling development taking shape for our client, JJ Sandberg Construction Ltd .

Set alongside the Grade II* listed St Margaret’s Church, the scheme has been carefully designed to respond sensitively to its historic setting. The layout centres around a private driveway, creating clear views towards the church, while the low-rise chalet-style dwellings help keep the development’s overall height and visual impact to a minimum.

The details are really starting to come together on site too — including the estate fencing, which helps define the development and gives the scheme a more established, finished appearance as works progress.

With generous gardens, considered landscaping and the retention of the existing trees along the eastern boundary, the development is designed to sit comfortably within its surroundings while providing five high-quality new homes.

Great to see the progress first-hand.

27/08/2026

New National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) released — and effective now.

One of the key updates from the 17 August release, is a clearer national policy approach to development outside established settlements, which could create new opportunities for sites previously considered unsuitable.

We’ve picked out some of the key points here, and will share more as we continue to dive into the detail of the wider changes.

Scroll through to see if the updates impact your land.
Have a site that could benefit from a fresh look? Get in touch.

13/08/2026

Double Class Q approval secured in rural Norfolk.

We're pleased to have secured two Class Q approvals providing for the conversion of three existing agricultural barns into four new homes.

The first approval will see two neighbouring barns converted to create a three-bedroom and a two-bedroom dwelling, while the second allows the third barn to be divided into a further three-bedroom and two-bedroom home.

Class Q provides a route for the residential reuse of qualifying agricultural buildings through permitted development, subject to a number of specific prior approval requirements.

For this rural Norfolk site, the proposals provide an opportunity to give three underused agricultural buildings a new lease of life, transforming them into four new homes while making efficient use of an existing rural site.

A great result for our client and another example of how understanding the opportunities within existing rural buildings can help unlock their potential.

09/08/2026

Some projects really are a marathon.

They take patience, collaboration and a shared determination to keep moving forward.

Whatever the challenge, we're committed to guiding our clients every step of the way—working together to overcome obstacles and achieve the best possible outcome.

We're delighted to have helped secure this important planning milestone and look forward to continuing our support as the project progresses into its next phase.

Messages like this are a reminder of the value of building strong relationships with our clients. Thank you for your kind words.

06/08/2026

BNG changes are now in effect.

From 6 August 2026, new Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) regulations have introduced changes including:
🔹 A new exemption for developments of 0.2 hectares or less
🔹 A temporary development exemption in certain circumstances
🔹 Greater flexibility for some minor developments
🔹 The removal of the self-build exemption

There are also new monitoring fee requirements that could affect planning applications submitted from today.

If you're planning a development, it's important to understand how these changes could impact your project.
In our latest client update, we explore the key changes, what they mean in practice, and how they could affect future planning applications. Sign up to our mailing list at be-collective.co.uk to receive practical planning and design insights direct to your inbox.

01/08/2026

The visuals show the design. The testimonial tells the story...

Every self-build project is a team effort, with each specialist playing an important role in bringing a vision to life.

It's especially rewarding to hear when that collaborative approach makes a real difference to the client experience.

A huge thank you to our client for their kind words, and to Enville Oak Ltd for the fantastic oak frame design and 3D visuals featured here. Structural engineering was provided by our sister company, WE.Consulting Engineers , helping ensure the architectural and structural design worked seamlessly together.

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Black Barn, Fen Road
Guyhirn
PE134AA

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 1pm

Telephone

+441945450694

Website

http://www.swannedwards.co.uk/

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