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🎉 Morgan Design Studio – 15 Years & Counting 🎉

August 21st, 2026

We are excited to mark 15 years of offering excellent architectural services across all sectors of the construction industry. Simon’s skill & experience extends a lot further back, but Morgan Design Studio has flourished since its creation in 2011, thanks to his blend of determination, professionalism, and a calm demeanour—like a Zen master with a pencil! ✏️📐 But it’s not just about drawing lines and a bit of colouring in!

Over the next few posts, we’ll take a stroll down memory lane, showcasing some fantastic projects and sharing insights from our wonderful clients. Don’t miss out—follow along and see what we’ve been up to!

And if you’re ready to embark on your next development adventure, don’t hesitate to reach out to Simon. Let’s build something great together! 🏗️😄

✨ Morgan Design Studio – Realising your development dreams ✨

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⭐️ Project Revisited – SW2 London Borough of Lambeth ⭐️

August 4th, 2026

Back in February 2020 we put together a package of planning drawings for redeveloping this site in the London Borough of Lambeth. The 0.9Ha site consisted of three pre-fabricated single storey buildings, that previously offered rehabilitation to young people, but had been vacated for some time. Working as a team with Planning, Tree, Highways, Landscape and Ecology consultants, planning approval was granted in November 2020. The site was sold with the benefit of planning, and the construction side was dealt with by others, but the new scheme now complete and occupied, follows the planning design and has created 4no: 5 bedroom family homes, and a Class D1 community facility.

Simon is committed to delivering professional, high-quality results without ever compromising on integrity or value for money – whatever the project – large or small.

✨ Morgan Design Studio – Turning your development ideas into reality ✨

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⭐️ Planning Approval Secured – Variation of Condition ⭐️

July 31st, 2026

We’re delighted to share that Dorset Council approved the application for a Variation of Condition, allowing changes to a scheme for a first floor extension to a property in Blandford Forum.

Construction works are progressing rapidly on site and we look forward to seeing the project completed over the coming months.

Simon is committed to delivering professional, high-quality results without ever compromising on integrity or value for money – whatever the project – large or small.

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⭐️ Home Improvements ⭐️

July 23rd, 2026

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⭐️ Planning Approval Secured – Lucy’s Blandford ⭐️

July 23rd, 2026

We’re delighted to share that Dorset Council approved the application for new windows and kitchen extract unit, allowing Lucy’s Blandford to relocate within Tabernacle Walk in Blandford Forum. Lucy’s Blandford is a local business, established in Unit 8 Tabernacle Walk in 2017. It is a family run business, offering brunch, tea, coffee, homemade cakes, with seating inside & outside and a takeaway service available. It has successfully grown and established itself as a primary location for many locals and visitors to Blandford. As part of its growth it wishes to move across Tabernacle Walk into units 2 and 3, which will give a bigger space from which to operate.

Despite it being a relatively simple proposal, it still required a planning application, and that in itself wasn’t without it’s difficulties and delays through the LPA requiring bat surveys, and the Environmental & Conservation Officers raising some concerns that required swift and suitable responses. Nonetheless, at MDS Ltd, we’re committed to delivering professional, high-quality results without ever compromising on integrity or value for money – and are delighted we managed to obtain the approval for Lucy, and wish her continuing success.

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✨Morgan Design Studio✨

July 7th, 2026

Too many homeowners and clients rush into a project without fully understanding what’s required. That invariably leads to delays, unexpected costs, or having to undo work that’s already been paid for. Before you start any project large or small, ask yourself:

❓Do I need planning permission or is it permitted development?

❓Have I considered the Building Regulations requirements?

❓Have I considered the Building Safety Act or know what my duties are under the CDM Regulations?

❓What is the Party Wall Act and does it affect what I want to do?

❓Will I need any other reports or surveys?

❓Just what is needed and how much will it all cost and who can deal with it all for me?

For ANY construction project, large or small, they ALL require competent, professional, qualified and experienced designers in place from the inception of construction projects.

Let ✨Morgan Design Studio✨help you from the outset — dedicated to working diligently to realise our clients’ expectations and requirements.

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⭐️ Principal Designer ⭐️

July 7th, 2026

We have recently completed the RIBA Principal Designer Course (CDM Regulations & Building Regulations) Spring 2026

This was over 10 hours of webinar based learning, incorporating

This has allowed us to sharpen up our essential skills and knowledge, allowing us to demonstrate understanding and competence under CDM and the Building Regulations.

Projects small or large, domestic or commercial, all require professional, qualified and experienced design teams in place from the inception of construction projects.

Morgan Design Studio — dedicated to working diligently to realise our clients’ expectations and requirements. ✨

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⭐️ Project Progress ⭐️

April 28th, 2026

We obtained Planning Approval in May 2023 and then retained for Principal Designer Services in January 2025, with construction works starting on site in April last year.

We revisited the site last week and were delighted to see these 7 new family homes, in Somerset, approaching completion, and the developer providing a high finish and spec internally.

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⭐️ Planning Approval Secured – Two-Storey Extension ⭐️

April 1st, 2026

We’re pleased to share that Dorset Council approved this planning application just 6 weeks after registration.

This project involves a thoughtfully designed two-storey extension to a semi-detached cottage in Stourpaine. The scheme will create a spacious master bedroom complete with a first-floor en-suite and dressing room, along with a new ground-floor living room.

Additional improvements include a redesigned main entrance, a modern utility and WC area, and internal alterations that will transform this charming rural cottage into a contemporary family home.

At MDS Ltd, we’re committed to delivering professional, high-quality results without ever compromising on integrity or value for money.

Our services include:
⭐️ Site appraisals & feasibility studies
⭐️ Pre-application enquiries
⭐️ Planning & Listed Building applications
⭐️ Building Regulations applications
⭐️ Planning enforcement support
⭐️ Land Registry plans
⭐️ Principal Designer (H&S) services
⭐️ Construction & tender packages
⭐️ Quality & defect inspections
⭐️ Extensions, new builds, conversions, and more

We also collaborate with a trusted network of specialists—covering planning, ecology, heritage, energy, arboriculture, and structural & civil engineering—to assemble the ideal team for every project.

✨ Turning your development ideas into reality

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⭐️ Trip to Florence ⭐️

March 30th, 2026

Florence is a treasure trove of architectural beauty, showcasing stunning examples of Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Neoclassical, and Art Nouveau styles. Every street feels alive with history, art, and creativity—we absolutely loved our recent visit and were captivated by its charm.

⭐️ Ponte Vecchio

⭐️ Boboli Gardens

⭐️ Palazzo Pitti

⭐️ Giardino Bardini

⭐️ Santa Maria del Fiore