RRA Architects - September 2012 NEWS

At RRA this month…

The RRA Inspired magazine app has been downloaded globally – have you obtained your copy yet?

The app is specifically created to take design, travel and architectural content, and expand it. Unlike printed magazines, the app goes beyond flat-page reading, instead presenting something that is multi-layered, expansive and revolutionary. It faithfully reproduces RRA project content - but adds floating text over high-definition photographs, exciting product information, smoothly animated models, picture galleries, videos and full-screen 360-degree visualisations.

This product will genuinely enhance RRA’s communication highlighting what we do, and who we work with, bringing the excitement of RRA design further to life.

The RRA Inspired app can be downloaded completely free of charge at Apple's App Store. Click the link here.

If you are interested in placing your product information or exciting design content within our app contact the office.

RRA Inspired - RRA’s new iPhone & iPad app

DOUBLE YOUR HOUSE - FOR HALF THE MONEY?

There is a national trend to save stamp duty and not to move home, but to transform your existing house, to provide more space with improved energy efficiency. This Herefordshire property highlights what is possible with a little imagination and a client that enjoys good contemporary design. The before and after image above highlights how a forlorn Arts & Crafts house can be transformed into a stunning contemporary dream home. This RRA project has just won planning permission and will be on site in the new year.

KEVIN McCLOUD'S - MAN MADE HOME

Grand Designs presenter, Kevin McCloud, is building an eco-cabin in the woods for his new TV series, which apparently fulfills a lifelong dream. But does it need planning? Kevin tells the nation that it doesn’t – because it is on wheels – technically this is a vehicle and as such it isn’t a permanent structure. However at RRA we believe planning is required for development in, on, or under the ground, and for a change in use, or a change in the intensity of use. As Kevin’s eco-cabin triggers most of these we think it does need planning permission. Will the grey men with clipboards descend on Somerset? We think so.

SKYLON - SPONSOR NEEDED

RRA has redesigned Skylon for the Hereford Enterprise Park. This 48m high structure will capture the imagination to inspire all visitors to Hereford and encourage hi-tech business to flourish within the county. A sponsor is needed to make this bold statement. £300k will secure this dream for the people of Hereford. Do you know someone who wishes to leave a legacy for Hereford? Contact the office for more information.

PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT - WILL IT HELP ECONOMY?

The permitted development proposals for England are intended to boost the economy, as it will allow homes and businesses to extend without planning permission. Unveiling the proposals earlier last month, Prime Minister David Cameron said: 'This government means business in delivering plans to help people build new homes and kick-start the economy.' RRA believes this measure will make little difference to the economy - as a Certificate of Lawfulness would be required in any event - which would trigger a planning application process. What RRA does believe is, the government should implement 0% VAT on all construction costs and professional fees for a 2 year period to boost the economy. What is your view?

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