Local Development & Community

Rosenkelly Architectural Design now offers in-person architect visits in Bridport for just £100 (normally £155). Meet a fully qualified, ARB-registered architect on site, get expert guidance, and take the first step toward planning success.

As Dorset pushes toward Net Zero, multi-storey car parks present both a challenge and an opportunity. Rosenkelly Architectural Design explores how rethinking these concrete giants—rather than demolishing them—could unlock sustainable, community-focused futures.

Planning success for a compact garage project in Dorset. This small scale build includes workshop space, secure storage, and a subtle architectural link to the main dwelling - all with matching materials and legacy detailing

Not all building designers are created equal. Discover the key differences between a registered architect and an unregulated designer — and why it matters for your property in Weymouth, Bridport, or anywhere in Dorset. For most people, their home is their biggest asset. Don’t risk it.

Thinking of building in Weymouth or Bridport? Our June 2025 update breaks down what the latest government housing reforms mean for local new builds – and how Rosenkelly can help you navigate the changes.

Rosenkelly Architectural Design proudly partnered with Portland Rocks 2025 to produce the official site layout plan for Dorset’s leading local festival. This collaboration highlights our commitment to supporting community events through thoughtful, functional design that enhances both safety and enjoyment for all attendees.

At Rosenkelly Architectural Design, we’ve shifted how we handle initial consultations. As the only architect in the DT4 postcode, we’ve introduced a modest consultation fee to prioritise serious clients, protect our time, and deliver better service. Here's why it works—for you and for us.

From fly towers to festivals, Weymouth and Portland’s cultural life shapes how we design spaces. Rosenkelly reflects on placemaking and local collaboration.

Weymouth’s Westwey and Newstead Road are harbour-side brownfield sites now in public hands, offering space for new homes, jobs and community uses. Rosenkelly examines their potential and the challenges – from contamination to planning gaps – making public support crucial to unlocking this opportunity.

Many Dorset homeowners can extend without full planning permission. Learn how permitted development works — and why a Lawful Development Certificate is worth it.

Looking for an architect in Dorset? This guide helps Weymouth, Dorchester, Bridport & Portland homeowners find the right architect. Learn to verify credentials (ARB Register), compare architects vs designers, ask for referrals, and tap local expertise – all in clear, friendly terms.

A big thank you to Weymouth & Portland Chamber of Commerce

North Quay in Weymouth — once home to council offices — is now a car park. This blog shares past context, present use, and why we need a fresh local conversation about its future. Rosenkelly Architectural Design offers a local architect’s view on why this site deserves better.

how Rosenkelly Architectural Design blends Dorset’s historic character with creative placemaking to shape vibrant, people-centered communities.

Wondering if you really need an architect in Dorset? This guide explains why hiring an ARB-registered architect like Rosenkelly isn’t just worth it — it’s essential for a smooth, successful project.

The Weymouth Peninsula is one of the town’s most important waterfront spaces. We’re exploring what it could become – and inviting others to join the conversation.

Learn the dos and don’ts of building on Dorset farmland: barn conversion rules, AONB/flood restrictions, and why early expert advice matters.

Planning your own application in Dorset? Discover why validation matters, what Dorset Council checks, and how to avoid costly mistakes with help from Rosenkelly.

Rosenkelly Architectural Design has been attending Weymouth & Portland Chamber of Commerce events to stay engaged with Dorset’s property and planning landscape. Learn how this community involvement benefits your next project. We enjoyed presentations from ....

At Rosenkelly Architectural Design, we stay involved from design through to delivery. Here's a glimpse of a recent site visit for a large two-storey extension in Dorset, showing real progress and our commitment to seeing projects through on the ground—not just on paper. Progress photo of Large extension in Weymouth, Dorset.