We catch up with Claire Tester, Planning Policy Manager at the National Park. Three words that sum up your job in planning? Diverse, challenging, satisfying. Okay, so what’s your role at the National Park? My main role at the National Park is to lead the Planning Policy team that prepares and monitors our Local Plans […]

A building characterised by peace and simplicity has been constructed in the village of Rake. James Gorst Architects has completed a new temple complex that is open to the public. The practice was selected following a two-stage design competition in early 2017 with a brief to replace a dilapidated 1970s structure. The new building comprises […]

A sustainable studio space for a nationally-renowned woodcarver was the winner of the coveted South Downs Award for 2023. The Woodcarvers Studio in Nyewood, West Sussex, was a worthy winner at the annual Sussex Heritage Trust Awards. Professional artist and wood sculptor Alison Crowther was presented the award by Ian Phillips, in his last engagement […]