All posts by Stephen Hall

More skyscrapers could be coming to the Square Mile

There are several key business hubs in different countries, including New York, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, and London. As a result, there is consistent demand for high quality commercial architecture in the cities. Unfortunately, this can be tricky in some cases. Luckily, a recent decision by the Planning Inspectorate could make things easier in London. It could mean a brighter, more competitive future for the Square Mile. Continue reading →

What to do about plant rooms in mixed use buildings?

Mixed use developments are more popular today than ever before. It’s incredibly common to see projects with different combinations of housing, retail, offices, leisure, and community space. This helps to maximise the utility of the land, and can create better communities. However, it does present challenges. One of the biggest is deciding what to do about plant. Is it better to have a single central room or distributed plant for individual uses? Let’s have a look, then you can rely on us if you need help to create outstanding commercial architecture and more. Continue reading →

Walkable cities: Key design considerations

The mass production of cars in the 1920s made them more affordable and accessible. It had a big impact on urban areas. Suddenly they were designed for vehicles to get around easily. This also had an impact on new developments, often designing them with car ownership in mind. However, attitudes are changing and generally we want to reduce reliance on cars. Walkable cities are a fantastic idea, ensuring everything is within walking distance. We want to have a closer look at that here, exploring key design considerations such as commercial architecture. Continue reading →