There is a certain beauty and character that old buildings possess, especially commercial architecture. Modern structures can often lack this. Contemporary construction may fit newer specifications, but the personality is often missing. That can be a big shame and may even compromise the value it brings to an area. Continue reading
Are flagship stores still relevant?
There have been big changes in how people view and use the high street in the last few decades. In the 90s and 00s they were thriving spaces full of businesses and activity. It helped to shape the commercial architecture. However, the rise of online shopping cut into this. The estimate is that by 2024 a third of all retail sales will be online. Continue reading
How to make people want to work in the office?
Before Covid 19 millions of people in the UK were working in offices. They were one of the most important pieces of the commercial architecture landscape. However, the pandemic brought big changes and a move to working from home. Even as conditions began to improve, a lot of people did not want to return to the office. Today, there is an abundance of empty and under capacity space around the country. It leaves companies with the task of encouraging people to come back to work in the office. But how? Continue reading
Avoid overcrowding, hard maintenance, and colour-phobias
We are an award-winning architectural firm that works hard to deliver the results our clients want. Our people specialise in many areas, including commercial architecture. It is necessary to think differently here when you compare to building homes and public spaces. Business owners have their own unique needs to focus on. We use our knowledge and experience to find solutions that work for everyone. Continue reading
What trends could we see in architecture in 2023?
With the end of 2022 rapidly approaching it is a good time to look ahead to 2023 and what kind of trends we may see. There could be some big changes for commercial architecture and other kinds of buildings. These properties and urban spaces as a whole will need to adapt to changes in society, how people work, and more. They also need to continue to factor in the environment and climate goals. Continue reading
Warmer metal tones for commercial architecture
Metals are a very common sight in modern buildings, whether it is homes or commercial architecture. They have been a mainstay for years because people love the clean, industrial look. Whether it is cladding, window frames, or appliances, you will see metal often. Lots of people also choose the same tones for things like flooring and decor. Continue reading