Urban centres are having a difficult time with drops in footfall and closures leaving numerous empty buildings. There are several ideas to help address the situation and reinvigorate the areas. One is to create more housing, turning old commercial architecture into homes. However, while there are positives, there are some concerns about this. We want to have a look here. Continue reading →

People are more eco-conscious today than ever before. It has an impact on a massive number of our choices, including what we buy and who from. Some businesses can be incredibly successful just be ensuring they have green credentials that align with their customers. They can do this with their commercial architecture, interior design, products, services, and more. Continue reading →

Department stores were once a mainstay of the high street in the UK. Some of the buildings became the most iconic pieces of commercial architecture in the areas. There were a number of big names, including BHS, Debenhams, and House of Fraser. Sadly many of these shops no longer exist. In fact, in 2021 figures claimed 83% had closed in just 5 years. Is there still a place for them? Could the right designs bring customers back? We want to have a look at some ideas here. Continue reading →

Buildings are like people in a lot of ways. They need to breathe, require protection from the elements, and you have to think about upkeep to ensure they stay in good condition. They also have an anatomy, with a diverse internal structure. We want to look at that today with specific focus on commercial architecture. It will help to shape designs so they can cater for users effectively. Continue reading →

When most people think about renovation they will imagine something small scale like redecorating and changing the layout of a space. However, projects can be much bigger than this. There can be situations where you need to change elements of the structure itself or update crucial systems. These can get trickier when it is massive commercial architecture. Luckily, we can help. Continue reading →

The evolution of office workspaces has been really interesting. At one point all offices were cubicles or interconnected desks with dividers. However, there was a big change with businesses favouring open plan layouts instead. Now we have a situation where spaces need to combine elements from both approaches. The goal is to ensure they cater for all different needs. This has brought some big changes to properties and the commercial architecture. Continue reading →