All posts by Stephen Hall

Making skyscapers into batteries

Commercial architecture and energy are two topics that go hand in hand. Typically the focus is on ensuring the buildings are as green and sustainable as possible. One thing you generally wouldn’t see is ideas to use the properties, particularly skyscrapers, for storing energy. A new idea would do just that though with gravity batteries. Let’s have a look at it today. Continue reading

A quick look ahead to the 2028 Olympics venues

Earlier this month the world had the chance to see amazing athletes competing at the highest level in the Paris Olympics. We follow that up today with even more incredible sights thanks to the start of the 2024 Paralympics. We can also look ahead to the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. In fact, we want to do that today to explore the venues. Then, if you need help with commercial architecture and other projects, you can speak to us. Continue reading

What can we learn from smart cities?

Cities have a big task on their hands to deal with population growth. As they grow and get denser, it becomes much harder to meet resident’s needs. The pressure on the infrastructure and key services also increases. It raises the concern of cities becoming very unpleasant to live in and can result in serious environmental harm. Luckily, technology and the creation of smart cities could have the solution. We want to look at two examples today, then if you need some help with commercial architecture, you can rely on us. Continue reading