Journal

Ashbourne Retreat – Building a Luxury Outbuilding in Derbyshire

October 27, 2025

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Helping Young People in Stoke-on-Trent Understand Architecture and Explore Careers in Construction

How to Get Planning Permission Approved – What Makes the Difference

The Chelsea Flower Show 2026 Trends We’ll be Taking Into Our Residential Garden Designs

Turning an Overgrown Garden into a Modern Family Space in Colchester

Project Spotlight

Alexandra Powell named finalist for Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce 'Entrepreneur of the Year Award' 2026

Designing a Steep Banked Garden in Staffordshire – Doval Gardens Landscape Transformation

Are Small Extensions Really Worth It?

Future-Proofing Your Home: How to Make It Work for the Next Stage of Life

Taking on the GUGB's Midnight to Sunrise Snowdon Challenge in Aid of Brain Injury, Stroke & Dementia Charities

Turnkey Landscaping Designers, Suppliers & Builders in Stoke-on-Trent

Can You Use Another Architect’s Drawings for Your Extension?

Do You Really Need an Extension or Can You Improve Your Home Without One?

What Happens When Issues Come Up During a Renovation? (And How We Handle Them)

Replacing an Old Conservatory with a Kitchen Extension – Progress So Far at Acorn Cottage

Powell Design & Construction Named Runner-up for West Midlands Micro Business of the Year 2026

How to Choose a Builder in the UK (and Avoid Costly Mistakes on Your Home Extension or Renovation)

Vaulted Ceilings – The Design Move That Can Transform Extensions and Bungalow Renovations

Alexandra Powell Joins the Federation of Master Builders Build Up Podcast

Supporting Future Architects at Loughborough University’s Placement Event

Why Interior Design Should Never Be an Afterthought in Your Home Renovation

Prefab, SIPs, or Traditional Build? How to Choose Your Outdoor Building

Project Winchester Update – Garden Landscaping Progress

Design and Build Specialists for Home Extensions, Builds, and Renovations Across Staffordshire and Cheshire

Where Do You Start With a Home Renovation, Extension, or Build?

We're Attending the National Homebuilding & Renovating Show 2026 at the NEC Birmingham

Can You Make a Heritage Property More Energy Efficient? Here's How We Did It

Our Network Is Part of Our Service

Beyond the Build – Why Garden Landscaping is the Essential Final Chapter of Your Home Project

What Really Seperates Good Builders from Great Builders? My Notes from the FMB Podcast

Sustainable Home Renovations – When to Install Heat Pumps, Underfloor Heating & Solar Panels

Powell Design & Construction Named Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce ‘Ones to Watch for 2026’

From Heritage Cottage Renovations to Hidden Cinemas - Our 2025 Project Portfolio

28 Design & Construction Projects – Our 2025 in Review

How One Opportunity Led to a RIBA House of the Year – An Architect's Lesson in Persistence

How a Vaulted Extension Transformed This Newcastle-Under-Lyme Bungalow

Project Spotlight

The Hidden Challenge of Home Renovations – Where Does Everything Go?

Renovating a 200-Year-Old Cottage – Acorn Cottage Project Begins

Working with Zebra Home Cinema to Create the Ultimate Home Cinema Experience

Celebrating Tomorrow's Leaders at the Building the Future Awards

Behind the Scenes – Project Winchester Takes Shape

Helping Painsley Catholic College Students Discover Their Hidden Skills

Why Choose Millboard? Cladding Self-Builds with Composite Decking

Meet Our New Construction Apprentice, Codie!

Transforming an Unused Loft Space in Congleton

Project Spotlight

Bamboo in Construction – Why We're Exploring This Alternative Material

Designing a Specialist In-Home Sensory Room in Staffordshire

'Smart Design = Higher Returns' – Alexandra Powell Presents at East Midlands Property Network

Sunroom Extension and Landscaping Design Approved in Ashbourne, Derbyshire

When Your Home Renovation Budget Doesn't Quite Match Your Plans – The Design Review Process

Featured in The FMB Master Builder Magazine

The Rise of Hydropools in UK Home & Garden Designs

Why Choose an FMB and TrustMark Registered Builder for Your Home Project?

Powell Design Student Laura Named Young Architect/Design Professional of the Year Finalist 2025

A 5-Star Client Review for this Rear Extension in Cheshire

Powell Design & Construction Attend Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce Business Awards 2025

A Single-Storey Rear Extension in Congleton, Cheshire

Project Spotlight

Inspiring the Next Generation at Newcastle College

A Full Home Renovation & Kitchen Installation for Belmont, Stoke-on-Trent

Project Spotlight

What Does a Student Placement Look Like at Powell Design & Construction?

A New Triple Garage and Retaining Wall Built for Meadow View, Staffordshire

Project Spotlight

Alexandra Powell Named Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist 2025

Planning Permission Approved for L-Shaped Extension in Newcastle-under-Lyme

May in Review – A Month of Milestones for PDC

Planning Permission Approved for Historic Acorn Cottage Extension in Staffordshire

Behind the Scenes – Our Day at JCB World Headquarters

Blythe View – Transforming a Bungalow into a Dream Family Home

Project Spotlight

Building a Culture That Works – Our FMB Award Entry

Family-Friendly Home Extension in Northwood, Stoke-on-Trent

Project Spotlight

The Art Of Personalised Renovations

Project Spotlight – Stoke-on-Trent Bungalow Makeover

Project Spotlight

Project Spotlight – Reviving A Character Family Home In Nantwich, Cheshire

Project Spotlight

Project Spotlight – Transforming Monkdowns House, Essex

Project Spotlight

Project Spotlight – Stoke-on-Trent Rental Property Renovation

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Project Spotlight – A Personalised Back-to-Brick Family Home Renovation in Cheshire

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