WWA Welcomes Imogen to the Team
On
by wwa
WWA are pleased to welcome Imy as the latest member of our team!
Read moreNew Guidance for Assessing Landscape Value
On
by Bobby
Since the phrase ‘valued landscapes’ first appeared in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in 2012, the industry has been faced with some difficult questions about what makes a valued landscape and how do we assess it? In an attempt to provide clarity on this issue, the Landscape Institute have published new guidance for assessing landscape value.
Read morePlanning Approval Granted for Two New Essex Schools
On
by John
Planning approval has recently been granted for two new through schools for pupils with special educational needs in Essex. Sir Geoff Hurst School and Hawthorns Free School will be constructed on part of the former St Peter’s School site in Chelmsford. Wynne-Williams are members of a team assembled by contractor Net Zero Buildings to design and construct the two schools.
Read moreNew WWA Associates
On
by wwa
WWA are pleased to announce the promotion of Tom Johnson and Bobby Browne to associates of the company. They join Louise Dolan and Alex Hooper as fellow associates. Bobby and Tom have both achieved their MA in Landscape Architecture and chartership whilst working with WWA.
Read moreArboricultural Diploma Achieved!
On
by wwa
We are thrilled to announce that, after 4 years of study, Karen Lacey has now gained her Level 6 Diploma in Arboriculture. This remains the premier qualification in arboriculture and is fully endorsed by the Royal Forestry Society.
Read moreWorld Environment Day – Focus on Ancient Woodland
On
by Louise
The theme for World Environment Day 2021 is Ecosystem Restoration. This World Environment Day, we focus on Ancient Woodland. We all know that ecosystem destruction is occurring at an alarming rate and scale which means our attention is often focused on globally significant ecosystems such as mountains, coral reefs, peatlands, or rainforests. And rightly so, the need to save these ecosystems is urgent.
Read moreWWA Welcomes Tamae to the Team
On
by wwa
We have recently welcomed Tamae Isomura to our team of Landscape Architects here at WWA!
Tamae gained Chartership from the Landscape Institute this year, and has diverse design skills in BIM. She is also highly experienced from strategy development to implementation.
Read moreLVIA or LVA – When Do I Need One?
On
by Bobby Browne
Assessing how a proposed development could affect the existing landscape setting is an important part of the planning process. But it is not always simple for non-specialists to know how to go about commissioning the right report to accompany their planning application. The terms Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) and Landscape and Visual Appraisal (LVA) are often used interchangeably. This can be confusing for people within the landscape industry and even more perplexing for those outside of the industry needing to commission a study. This article explores the difference between the two types of report and considers when each one might be needed.
Read moreTree Leaf Out Spring 2021
On
by Karen Lacey
Tree leaf out is part of a deciduous tree’s annual cycle. It is the production of leaves during the spring following winter dormancy. Leaf out is illustrated in this time-lapse video of beech buds and leaves opening, filmed by Neil Bromhall:
Read moreGetting to know the Urban Greening Factor
On
by Tom Johnson
The London Plan 2021 includes a new policy initiative referred to as the ‘Urban Greening Factor’. This is intended to accelerate the greening of London’s streets, buildings and public spaces. The policy will provide new areas of green space in the urban environment and to work alongside planning policies which protect our existing green spaces.
Read more