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Our client came to us to help secure approval for the repurpose of a group of unsightly vacant commercial units off Moor Lane, Bishopthorpe in York.

Planning Approval Granted for 4 New Family Homes

September 2023
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A huge hello from Vincent & Partners... our practice has evolved!

August 2023
We are very proud to announce we have reached completion at Trinity House, Holtby.

Trinity House, Holtby

July 2023
Stillington Road, Easingwold achieves practical completion.

Stillington Road, Easingwold

July 2023
We all enjoyed a scrumptious surprise brunch in the office last week to celebrate Katie's 30th Birthday.

Happy 30th Birthday Katie!!

July 2023
Vincent & Brown held their first Great Office Bake Off this week...

The Great Office Bake Off 2023

February 2023
V&B's Katie Hammond qualifies as an Architect with a distinction!

Congratulations Katie!

February 2023
Cam passed his HNC Construction & Built Environment (RQF) programme.

Congratulations Cam!

January 2023
We held a World Cup Sweepstake in the Office and raised money for the York LGBT Forum Charity.

Charity World Cup Sweepstake

December 2022
Proposals for a new music venue and Grade A office on Toft Green were unanimously approved at planning committee last week.

Planning Approval for New Music Venue

December 2022
Vincent & Brown are delighted to announce that a full plans application has been submitted to York City Council for Coney Street Riverside.

Coney Street Riverside Submitted for Planning

December 2022
On the run up to the Christmas break, Vincent & Brown team members have been filling gift bags to support a great local charity, Kitchen for Everyone York with their Christmas gift bag appeal.

Kitchen For Everyone

December 2022
We celebrated Thanksgiving with lot's of wonderful homemade food!

Thanksgiving Pot Luck

November 2022
After 5 years, 3 committees and numerous design iterations The Roman Quarter development was approved at planning committee last night.

Planning Approval for The Roman Quarter

October 2022
Poppleton Methodist Church sees the results following years of planning & fundraising as their new Church Hall is revealed.

Poppleton Methodist Church - Phase 2 Complete

September 2022
A new office complex with strong sustainability credentials has been opened by the Lord Mayor of York.

The Lord Mayor of York officially opens Independence House

September 2022
Our plans for the regeneration of Coney Street have been unveiled as part of the public consultation for Helmsley Group’s Coney Street Riverside Masterplan.

Public Consultation opens for Coney Street Riverside

September 2022
The new and improved office building at London Ebor Business Park reaches practical completion.

Practical Completion for Independence House

August 2022
The full Vincent & Brown squad took advantage of the Summer weather for a team social event in York.

Team Summer Social

August 2022
The trailer for Project Yorkshire, a campaign promoting Yorkshire, has been released, check it out here! Produced by award winning filmmakers Scott Elliott and Sid Sadowskyj and narrated by Sean Bean, the film aims to showcase the region, promoting Yorkshire as a industrial powerhouse and world-class destination to live, work, play, invesr and study. The film will be premiered on Yorkshire Day, 1st August, and as an official partner of the campaign Vincent & Brown are looking forward to in attendance.

Project Yorkshire Trailer Released

July 2022
Vincent & Brown have secured planning permission for a new highly sustainable hotel in the centre of York at planning committee.

Planning Approval for New Net Zero Carbon Hotel

June 2022
It was great to attend the York Property Forum recently, hosted by the West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce to discuss the regeneration of probably York’s most brownfield site.

A Vision for Coney Street

May 2022
V&B Associate Rob Miller leads a team at the Rotary Club of York Vikings annual golf day.

Rotary Club of York Vikings Charity Golf Day 2022

May 2022
York RUFC Junior teams recently took part in the highly successful annual Minis festival, including teams from all over Yorkshire.

V&B on Tour!

May 2022
Vincent & Brown are proud sponsors of Clifton Alliance Cricket Club and New Earswick Cricket Club for the upcoming 2022 season.

Vincent & Brown Sponsor Local Cricket Teams

April 2022
Last month we held a public consultation event for our proposals for a new home for York Charity, The Island.

Public Consultation for A New Children’s Community Centre

April 2022
Vincent & Brown have submitted a proposal in Hull Old Town Conservation Area to transform a former retail warehouse into 2 desirable leisure units.

Proposals Submitted for Rejuvenation of King William House, Hull

April 2022
The Vincent & Brown family has grown by 3...

A warm welcome to our new team members

February 2022
Vincent & Brown have submitted proposals for a landmark mixed-used development within York for local developers Rougier Street Developments, York Archaeological Trust, and partners North Star.

The Roman Quarter is Submitted for Planning

February 2022
Planning approval granted following review at Consultative Panel for a residential development including proposed barn conversions into 3 dwellings and the construction of 2 new-build dwellings.

Residential Development at Hall Farm, Shipton by Beningbrough

January 2022
Vincent & Brown have submitted a planning application for a new music venue on the site of the former Fibbers nightclub.

Application submitted for a new music venue in York City Centre.

January 2022
Vincent & Brown team members added a few extra items to their shopping bags this week to support The Island's Christmas Food Bank.

V&B supports The Island's 'Xmas Food Bank' scheme

December 2021
V&B Technologist Kaarin Collins gains her long awaited UK citizenship and we are delighted for her!

Kaarin is officially a Brit!

December 2021
Santa comes early for newly qualified Architect Onique!

Congratulations Onique!

December 2021
Vincent & Brown attend the York Architectural Association 2021 Christmas Quiz!

York Architectural Association Christmas Quiz 2021

December 2021
Vincent & Brown have secured planning permission and listed building consent for an extension to Grade II listed home, The Chantry, York.

Planning Success for The Chantry

December 2021
The Skipwith family home is progressing at pace under the watch of Architect Leo.

Skipwith Site Progress

November 2021
The Vincent & Brown team are proud to announce that The Quadrant project has won not one, but two awards at this years Whathouse? Awards

Double Bronze at the WhatHouse? Awards 2021

November 2021
Vincent & Brown's proposals to change the use of equestrian land near Sheriff Hutton, to site 16 holiday cabins were taken to planning committee last week and we are pleased to report that it was given the Green light by councillors.

16 Holiday Cabins Approved At Committee

November 2021
Vincent & Brown have achieved Reserved Matters planning approval for 215 new dwellings on the site of a former gasworks in Heworth, York. Zone A gained unanimous approval, whilst zone C received 15 of 16 votes in support of the development at Novembers committee.

Reserved Matters Approval for The Gasworks

November 2021
Planning approval granted for a new-build detached dwelling following the demolition of an existing bungalow.

Holtby Planning Approval

November 2021
Planning approval granted at Committee for a residential development including the proposed conversion of existing agricultural buildings to 2-new dwellings and the erection of 3 new-build dwellings following the demolition of existing farm buildings.

Planning Committee Success - Gothic Farm

November 2021
The Vincent & Brown team are delighted to welcome four new team members.

The V&B team expands!

November 2021
Vincent & Brown have achieved planning consent for a new Grade A office development on the site of a former Malthouse on The Crescent, York.

Planning Success on The Crescent

November 2021
Proposals by Vincent & Brown involving the remodelling and upgrading of 4-6 Parliament Street in York have been submitted for planning approval. The scheme is set to provide a new lease of life to the prominent city centre building through repurposing unused upper floors to create 21 self-contained holiday let apartments.

Proposals Submitted for 4-6 Parliament Street

October 2021
Following a year off due to the COVID pandemic, the Vincent & Brown team go on their annual trip to the York Races!

York Races 2021

October 2021
Work has started on Oak Farm in Dunnington, York to convert and extend redundant agricultural buildings into a family home.

Oak Farm - Work Started

October 2021
Vincent & Brown once again supported the York Sports Club Development Fund (SDF) by entering a team into this years golf tournament.

York Sports Club Golf Day 2021

September 2021
Vincent & Brown's Rob Miller lead a team to 6th place at the competition held at The York golf club, on Strensall Road.

Rotary Club of York Vikings Charity Golf Day

September 2021
Following last years award for the Fire Station, York, the Vincent & Brown team have entered The Quadrant into the 2021 competition.

The Quadrant entered into the 2021 Whathouse Awards

September 2021
Vincent & Brown are delighted to have secured planning consent for 3 contemporary dwellings in Haxby, York.

Planning success in Haxby

August 2021
New senior role as the practice plans for the future

New Director for Vincent & Brown

July 2021
A new role for Architect Rob

New Associate at Vincent & Brown

July 2021
Newest recruit Buzz, passes his 6 month probation period and we are pleased to report he is officially our meeter & greeter!

Buzz passes his probation!

June 2021
V&B's Tom Barnes has qualified as an Architectural Technologist!

The Assistant becomes the Technologist!

June 2021
Bootham House, Bootham Row Apartments and The Quadrant, Bootham all reach practical completion in 2021, providing York with a total of 37 new homes.

Trio of Bootham Projects complete in 2021

June 2021
On the 17th June 2021 Vincent & Brown participated in Clean Air Day.

Vincent & Brown participate in Clean Air Day

June 2021
Following the initial consultation process, amendments have been made to the proposed office development at 9 The Crescent, York.

Revised proposals submitted for Grade A office.

June 2021
Another Committee Meeting triumph for V&B last night as Lea Way plans are approved.

Lea Way approved at Planning Committee

May 2021
Vincent & Brown sponsored horse Rocket Dancer wins again.

Rocket Dancer does it again!

May 2021
Following detailed discussions with planning and conservation officers, Vincent & Brown are delighted to announce that we have achieved planning consent at 11 The Crescent.

Planning Approval for 11 The Crescent

May 2021
We are delighted to announce that the scheme for Beverley House, Shipton Road, York has been approved by local councillors at the planning committee this evening.

Beverley House Approved at Committee

May 2021
Orchard Homes are known for their slick operation producing high quality homes at an impressive pace and the two sites in progress at the moment, Lumby Hill & Kirk Lane are no exception.

Two Orchard Homes projects progress at pace

May 2021
The first of three V&B designed projects on York's sought after Bootham, achieves practical completion and the outcome is impressive.

The Quadrant achieves practical completion

May 2021
Working closely with City of York Council, Vincent & Brown have submitted enhanced proposals for 215 residential units, commercial unit and publicly accessible park, across two development zones on behalf of developer Heworth Green Developments Ltd & North Star IM

Reserved Matters proposals submitted for Heworth Gasworks

April 2021
Vincent & Brown are proud partners of ‘Project Yorkshire’, a documentary promoting Yorkshire following the aftermath of the global pandemic.

Vincent & Brown are proud partners of ‘Project Yorkshire’

April 2021
We welcomed the long weekend with a pre-Easter office Afternoon tea on Thursday afternoon.

Easter Afternoon Tea Treat for the V&B Team!

April 2021
Vincent & Brown submitted an Outline application for a Single Dwelling in Sutton On The Forest, North Yorkshire in November 2020. We are pleased to report that the plans have been approved.

Planning Success in York

March 2021
GEM Construction have broken ground on the Independence House project, for client London Ebor Developments.

Independence House Progress

March 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected everyone’s most immediate built environment.

5 ways we might see residential design change post COVID-19

March 2021
Vincent & Brown are delighted to announce the proud sponsorship of the Clifton Alliance Cricket Club on Shipton Road in York.

V&B proud sponsors of CACC

March 2021
Vincent & Brown have secured listed building consent and planning permission for their clients to change the use of existing, under-used office space into holiday accommodation.

Planning Success within the York Central Historic Core Conservation Area

February 2021
Project progress - 18 February 2021

Gale Lane Progress

February 2021
Vincent & Brown's new proposals for a contemporary family home nestled in a secluded setting off the prestigious Tadcaster Road is approved by councillors at planning committee today. A great result for our client and our Architect Rachel, whose innovative design overcame size & massing concerns as well as meeting the clients brief for flexible living that enhances the everyday luxury and wellbeing of the occupants.

Approval at Committee for our Tadcaster Road bespoke family home

February 2021
Vincent & Brown submitted at application in January to change the use of the ground floor units in 14 Clifford Street, which has received approval just a month later.

Change of Use Approved

February 2021
GEM Construction has been appointed as contractor for the extensions & refurbishment of Independence House.

Contractor Appointed on Independence House

February 2021
Vincent & Brown are pleased to announce that planning permission has been granted for the Lumby Hill Project and works have commenced on site.

Lumby Hill Approved - Work Started

February 2021
Vincent & Brown are pleased to announce that planning permission has been granted to add single storey extensions to the side & front of Summer House Mews in York.

Planning proposals for Summer House Mews, approved.

January 2021
The original frontage of a Grade II listed apartment, designed and renovated by Vincent & Brown and clients Inglehurst Property, made local news yesterday, as it was hailed as being home to one of York's ‘Best Ghost Signs’.

Fishergate Project makes Local News

December 2020
The Old Fire Station scoops Silver at the 2020 What House Awards!

What House Awards 2020 Silver Winner!

November 2020
Vincent & Brown’s proposals for a new spacious 5-bedroom dwelling were granted planning permission following committee meeting in November 2020.

Skipwith approved at Planning Committee

November 2020
A planning application was submitted in February 2020 for a new office building and landscaped roof terrace, in York City Centre. The proposed scheme for 3-5 Toft Green will provide over 16,000 sq.ft. of high-quality office space within close proximity to York train station.

Revised proposals submitted for 3-5 Toft Green

November 2020

Planning approval granted for a new apartment block in Bridlington, North Yorkshire

November 2020
Proposals to create a new 2-storey, 5-bedroom family home and a secondary 4-bedroom single storey house in Crockey Hill, near York, have been granted full planning permission this month.

Vincent & Brown secure planning consent for Carp Lane, Crockey Hill

October 2020
Situated within the Central Historic Core Conservation Area, Micklegate is renowned as one of York’s most architecturally rewarding streets. Following 2 years of close collaboration with the council’s conservation team and in consultation with key stakeholders, Vincent & Brown’s proposals for a new aparthotel were approved.

Micklegate aparthotel secures planning consent

September 2020
Racing in York dates back to Roman times and with York Racecourse on our doorstep, the Vincent & Brown team are all partial to the odd flutter on the gee-gees.

Vincent & Brown favourite, Rocket Dancer, romps home in first place at Newcastle Races!

September 2020
The Oaks is a stunning championship parkland golf course in North Yorkshire with picture-postcard fairways that bend around the rolling landscape and lakes. Opened in 1996, The Oaks has played host to a succession of county and national golf tournaments and this month, a record 34 teams attended the annual charity golf day.

York Sports Club, Charity Golf Day

September 2020
A ceremonial ground-breaking ceremony has taken place on the former Heworth Gasworks Site, York. The development is set to become York’s most revered city centre residential address. Councillor Janet Looker, the current Lord Major of the city, put a symbolic spade in the ground, as demolition of the former gasworks and remediation of the site began.

Lord Mayor breaks ground on The Gasworks

September 2020
A mixed-use development with ground level offices and high-quality residential above, The Quadrant comprises 8 luxury apartments and a stunning townhouse, all with unparalleled views of the iconic York Minster.

Topping Out at The Quadrant, Bootham Row, York

September 2020
Vincent & Brown’s proposals for a new 32,400 sq ft Grade A office space close to York railway station have been submitted for planning approval. Located on the fringe of the proposed York Central station redevelopment masterplan, the site bookends a curved Victorian crescent of townhouses in a prime location close to the city centre.

9 The Crescent is submitted for planning

August 2020
What House? Awards 2020 logo
We are delighted to announce that one of our entries into the What House Awards 2020 has been shortlisted.

We’ve been shortlisted...

August 2020
Vincent & Brown were delighted to be given a private tour of the stunning Maggie’s Centre in Leeds. The centre provides a safe haven for anyone affected by cancer. Designed by Sir Thomas Heatherwick of Heatherwick Studio, the objective was to create “a home that people wouldn’t dare build for themselves” and welcome an expected 110 visitors each day.

Vincent & Brown visit the new Maggie's Centre

July 2020
Look North's Ian Reeve visits the Vincent & Brown studio!

BBC Look North visit V&B

July 2020
Blossom St New York Club receives Full Planning and Listed Building Consent

Blossom St New York Club receives planning approval

July 2020
Practical Completion obtained at Chelsea Barracks

Chelsea Barracks achieves practical completion

July 2020
Team of architects holding up glasses to toast their colleague, who stands in the centre of the picture
A new Architect for the V&B team!

Congratulations Leo!

July 2020
The Old Fire Station has been entered into 4 categories including 'Best Regeneration Scheme' and 'Best Apartment Scheme' at the prestigious What House 2020 Awards to be held this November. Commonly known as ‘The Oscars of the UK housebuilding industry’, the What House Awards is the country’s largest event that celebrates the very best in new homes. This year marks its 40th anniversary.

What House Awards 2020

June 2020
Redevelopment of Beverley House submitted for Full Planning approval

Beverley House Planning Application submitted

June 2020
Heworth Green Gas Works site receives Outline Planning approval

Heworth Green Outline Application Approved

March 2020
Our proposals for a new office development on Toft Green, York have been submitted for planning. The proposed scheme seeks to provide Grade A office space close to York Station and City Centre, and an improved setting to the Grade I listed Micklegate House.

Office development submitted for planning

February 2020
This month saw Vincent & Brown welcome a new member to the team. Jack Arnold, a third-year architecture student at Leeds Beckett University, joined the team as part of a speed dating work placement event held by the university.

Speed Dating at Leeds Beckett

January 2020
Roman Quarter is submitted for planning

Roman Quarter Planning Submission

December 2019
The V&B team go racing!

York Races 2019

October 2019
The Old Fire Station development is now complete

The old York Fire Station development achieves Practical Completion

September 2019