--- title: "Architecture News & Insights | Andrew Catto Architects" description: "Read the latest architectural insights, project updates, and design trends from Andrew Catto Architects in Putney, London." canonical_url: https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/ language: en copyright: © 2026 Andrew Catto Architects Limited --- LATEST UPDATES # Architecture News & Insights Explore our thoughts on design, sustainability, and the future of architecture. ## Latest Architecture News & Insights from London's Leading Architects ![Why you should choose a local architect - Architecture article by Andrew Catto Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/api/putney-architecture/media/images/variants/putney-architecture-8ccba746-d0cd-49e9-a747-2e71833fe138n4osli-ba70798b-1775945489802.jpg/putney-architecture-8ccba746-d0cd-49e9-a747-2e71833fe138n4osli-ba70798b-1775945489802_tablet.webp) 2025 November 2025 • 5 min read ### [Why you should choose a local architect](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/why-you-should-choose-a-local-architect/) Choosing a local architect means working with someone who truly understands the character, planning rules, and building culture of your area, which often leads to smoother approvals, more accurate cost estimates, and a more efficient build. A local architect can visit the site easily, respond quickly to issues, and design spaces that fit both the neighbourhood and your lifestyle. ![5 Party Wall mistakes that could derail your home extension - Architecture article by Andrew Catto Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/api/putney-architecture/media/images/variants/putney-architecture-p10606031oxaxku-c17e5f81-1775945478713.jpg/putney-architecture-p10606031oxaxku-c17e5f81-1775945478713_tablet.webp) • 6 min read ### [5 Party Wall mistakes that could derail your home extension](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/5-party-wall-mistakes-that-could-derail-your-home-extension/) The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 catches homeowners by surprise. The five most damaging mistakes, and how to avoid each one. ![Extensions in Putney: what's allowed and what to expect - Architecture article by Andrew Catto Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/api/putney-architecture/media/images/variants/putney-architecture-blog-9c0db40c-44a4-4cef-9296-c414bfeb66fd-92568e3d-2e24efee-1760993828371.jpg/putney-architecture-blog-9c0db40c-44a4-4cef-9296-c414bfeb66fd-92568e3d-2e24efee-1760993828371_tablet.webp) July 2025 • 4 min read ### [Extensions in Putney: what's allowed and what to expect](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/extension/) What extensions are allowed in Putney and likely costs for rear, side, single and two storey building projects. ![Every journey begins with the first step... - Architecture article by Andrew Catto Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/api/putney-architecture/media/images/variants/putney-architecture-blog-b76e0b9b-01e0-40bd-a764-d0327e5d081c-92568ec1-da3e32ac-1760993865678.jpg/putney-architecture-blog-b76e0b9b-01e0-40bd-a764-d0327e5d081c-92568ec1-da3e32ac-1760993865678_tablet.webp) • 1 min read ### [Every journey begins with the first step...](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/every-journey-begins-with-the-first-step/) Early roof extension sketches capture concept clearly, drawn onsite collaboratively. ![When do you need an Architect ? - Architecture article by Andrew Catto Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/api/putney-architecture/media/images/variants/putney-architecture-blogarchitect-acad64dc-1776020030967.jpg/putney-architecture-blogarchitect-acad64dc-1776020030967_mobile.webp) • 2 min read ### [When do you need an Architect ?](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/when-do-you-need-an-architect/) Architects guide, inspire, simplify projects. We turn challenges into solutions smoothly. ![Putney Architects - Architecture article by Andrew Catto Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/api/putney-architecture/media/images/variants/putney-architecture-blog-8819e9f8-c14a-400f-98d2-bab2d4e636a3-92568e13-00664b18-1760993827998.jpg/putney-architecture-blog-8819e9f8-c14a-400f-98d2-bab2d4e636a3-92568e13-00664b18-1760993827998_tablet.webp) • 3 min read ### [Putney Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/putney-architects/) Local, experienced, sustainable architects specialising in Putney planning success. ![Planning permission in Putney: how to secure approval - Architecture article by Andrew Catto Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/api/putney-architecture/media/images/variants/putney-architecture-blog-f7f8b441-f21d-4c6c-ab3e-17bc871e779c-92568eb8-cc27716d-1760993827512.jpg/putney-architecture-blog-f7f8b441-f21d-4c6c-ab3e-17bc871e779c-92568eb8-cc27716d-1760993827512_tablet.webp) ### [Planning permission in Putney: how to secure approval](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/planning-permission/) Planning in Putney - Local expertise helps simplify and secure approval. ![Basement conversions in Putney: what to know first - Architecture article by Andrew Catto Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/api/putney-architecture/media/images/variants/putney-architecture-blog-966df64c-6dc1-48b4-b19e-855715205af3-92568e1f-3b88ad7e-1760993828087.jpg/putney-architecture-blog-966df64c-6dc1-48b4-b19e-855715205af3-92568e1f-3b88ad7e-1760993828087_tablet.webp) ### [Basement conversions in Putney: what to know first](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/basement/) Build smarter basements in Putney with expert local architectural guidance. ![Loft conversions in Putney: what's possible - Architecture article by Andrew Catto Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/api/putney-architecture/media/images/variants/putney-architecture-blog-48f63b85-288d-48f5-8d4c-0623135cab64-92568eb3-9b25240c-1760993828131.jpg/putney-architecture-blog-48f63b85-288d-48f5-8d4c-0623135cab64-92568eb3-9b25240c-1760993828131_tablet.webp) ### [Loft conversions in Putney: what's possible](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/loft-conversions/) Loft conversions in Putney add space, value, comfort, expert-designed. ![Building in a Putney conservation area: what changes - Architecture article by Andrew Catto Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/api/putney-architecture/media/images/variants/putney-architecture-blog-46a765b2-9855-4091-a428-09ee87758685-92568e1d-edb7eeea-1760993828192.jpg/putney-architecture-blog-46a765b2-9855-4091-a428-09ee87758685-92568e1d-edb7eeea-1760993828192_tablet.webp) ### [Building in a Putney conservation area: what changes](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/conservation-areas/) Planning in Putney Conservation Areas - Local knowledge makes approval easier. ![Planning Application- how to make a successful application - Architecture article by Andrew Catto Architects](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/api/putney-architecture/media/images/variants/putney-architecture-blog-50db91cc-a026-43e1-b3f0-f2e92b9f0fb8-92568e6d-f7a92eb7-1760993866051.jpg/putney-architecture-blog-50db91cc-a026-43e1-b3f0-f2e92b9f0fb8-92568e6d-f7a92eb7-1760993866051_tablet.webp) ### Planning Application- how to make a successful application [Want to know how to get planning in Putney?](https://www.andrewcatto.co.uk/blog/planning-application-how-to-make-a-successful-application/) ![When do you need a Party Wall Agreement? 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