Highgate is divided among three London boroughs; Haringey in the north and east, Camden in the south and west, and Islington in the south and east. If your house is within a conservation area then the design of any development will need to consider context, history and significance of the conservation area. As set out in national planning policy, developments within a conservation area must preserve or enhance the special architectural or historic character of the conservation area. Therefore, for projects located in conservation areas, thorough research is essential to grasp the area's history, context and significance.

If your house is set within a conservation area then this doesn't mean that you can't create a modern or creative design, it just means that the proposal must be sympathetic to its context. Conservation areas are designated and protected in order maintain the charm and character of the area that you live in. Our architects are highly familiar with planning law and local guidelines and have successfully handled projects in conservation areas before. If you're in need of an architect, we're more than happy to assist you.