We work at the nexus of character and planning.
We work with local authorities to evidence and develop policies. We work with local communities to articulate their visions for their local areas by producing neighourhood plans. We work with developers to understand character and context to inform and justify their design approaches.
And now we hope to work with you...
Character Studies
Conservation Area Appraisals and Management Plans
Area Action Plans
Neighbourhood Plans
Heritage Statements
Local Lists
Significant views
Site Briefs
Design & Access Statements
Design Guides
Character Planning is a brand new consultancy, founded in 2025. But it is a long time coming.
Character Building Planning is the brainchild of London-based town planner Alex Csicsek. Alex has 15 years experience predominantly in the public sector, primarily focused on historic conservation, urban design and infrastructure planning. He has worked at national, regional, and local levels in contexts ranging from dense urban centres, suburban hinterlands, provincial towns, and historic villages. Most importantly, he loves places, and using the power of town planning to create and restore the best aspects of our cities, towns and villages.
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