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New Chapter for Chelsea’s Streets: Clean Energy Beneath Our Feet

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23rd June 2026

New Chapter for Chelsea’s Streets: Clean Energy Beneath Our Feet

Planning permission has been granted for the Sydney Street Heat Network — an exciting opportunity to bring zero‑carbon energy to the heart...

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30th May 2026

Cagni Williams Associates - Newsletter May 2026

A Low-Carbon Transformation - Light, Nature and Craftsmanship...

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Research/Opinion

20th February 2026

Warm Homes Plan — Insight 01B: The three levers that make electrification scale in dense urban homes

The Plan will be won or lost in dense urban stock—flats and complex estates—where delivery and economics are hardest. Three levers decide whether electrification scales: close the hard-to-treat cost gap, fix EPC signals, and make all-electric running costs predictable.

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19th February 2026

Cagni Williams Associates - Newsletter February 2026

When the new hospital opened its doors in late 2024, it marked the end of a long journey....

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Warm Homes Plan — Insight 01A: New build and retrofit must be designed as one energy system

Research/Opinion

17th February 2026

Warm Homes Plan — Insight 01A: New build and retrofit must be designed as one energy system

The Warm Homes Plan isn’t just a retrofit programme — it redefines what “good housing” means: year-round comfort, lower bills and clean heat. The implication is simple: energy can’t be bolted on. Fabric, ventilation, summer comfort, roofscape solar and services strategy must be designed as one system from concept stage.

Cagni Williams Associates - You Ask We Answer

Research/Opinion, Newsletter

1st December 2025

Cagni Williams Associates - You Ask We Answer

Read our first edition of You Ask, We Answer!...

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How to make an historic or older home sustainable without losing its character

Research/Opinion

24th July 2025

How to make an historic or older home sustainable without losing its character

Retrofitting a period home doesn’t mean stripping out what makes it special. This Insight explains the heritage-safe route: diagnose first, use breathable insulation, improve glazing and draught-proofing, choose low-carbon heat, and work with conservation constraints rather than against them.

Can I See My Project in Real Life Before It’s Built?

Research/Opinion

18th July 2025

Can I See My Project in Real Life Before It’s Built?

While digital tools are impressive, physical architectural models create an intuitive understanding and emotional connection that screens can't replicate—often making the difference between confusion and confidence in planning meetings and client presentations.

How Will I Know What My Building Will Look Like?

Research/Opinion

17th July 2025

How Will I Know What My Building Will Look Like?

Struggling to picture your future building from drawings? Modern architectural visualization transforms technical plans into photorealistic renderings, interactive 3D models, and immersive VR experiences. Using industry-standard tools like Revit and Enscape, we help you see, understand, and refine your space before construction begins—making better decisions faster and avoiding costly changes later.