Apple Park, the new global headquarters for the tech giant, opened its doors for employees in April 2017. This was eight years after the architect Foster + Partners was chosen to take on the project. The work is still ongoing, particularly in terms of the park and ancillary buildings, but things are up and running in the main ring-shaped structure. Continue reading
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Award winning earthquake-proof design
Approaches to commercial architecture have to differ around the world to suit things like the geography, the climate, and the culture. Countless factors need to be considered to design buildings that can serve their primary purpose and whilst overcoming any challenges they are presented with. Fortunately this encourages creativity. Continue reading
The award winning Science Museum and Hidden House designs
In previous articles we have written about our projects with the Dana Research Centre at the Science Museum and Hidden House. Both were recently added to the shortlists for RIBA London awards and we were very excited about awards night. This excitement reached new levels when it was revealed we had won an award. It was completely blown away when we won a second. This became our third after the RIBA East one we received. Continue reading
Promoting best practice with office design
We are immensely proud of our work on the U&I Headquarters and that the company came to us to regenerate the Victorian industrial space to create a piece of modern commercial architecture. Our team brought U&I’s ideas to life, ensuring the space suited their needs perfectly. The response to it has been incredible. Continue reading
The LAF 2017 has the largest calendar of events ever
The time for the London Festival of Architecture 2017 is fast approaching. It will be held from the 1st to the 30th June, providing a full month of events. Whether you want a chance to take a walking tour of commercial architecture, plan to visit the wonderful exhibitions, or want to attend a talk or conference, there is plenty to choose from. Many studios will be opened so you can get an inside look into their work too. Continue reading
The ideal shape for buildings?
Over the years architects have worked hard to perfect ovoid shaped designs, creating some really incredible commercial architecture in the process. The oval shape is favoured because of the efficient strength. This lies in the arc and exceeds what can be achieved with many other shapes. Continue reading