Local Development & Community

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.