Over billions of years, natural organisms have evolved and developed survival characteristics that enable them to exist in their environment. Recent years have seen the pursuit of sustainability in architecture, and architects across the world are striving to translate the power of adaptability and evolution to the design process. Continue reading →

We are happy to announce that we recently placed the finishing touches on an exciting project: the construction of Cloister, a new 40,000-square metre headquarters for Qingdao Iron and Steel Group, located near their steelworks facility in Qingdao, China. The project consists of seven separate yet interconnected buildings, each with its own dedicated purpose: offices, research, sales, logistics, sports and security. This meant that the work posed a diverse range of challenges and considerations for our architectural team. Continue reading →

The Timmerhuis in Rotterdam features a design that manages to simultaneously combine standardisation and variety. It is being referred to as a “mutable” building that will be able to adapt its shape over time as the function of the property changes. The idea behind the design is that buildings are constructed and then need to be renovated periodically when their purpose changes, resulting in large expenses in the future. A building that can mutate would make savings because a full renovation would never be needed, potentially making the property future-proof. Continue reading →

Architects often have to devise innovative solutions for overcoming limited space in residential properties. One of the most common challenges faced is to renovate and alter the purpose of spaces to make them more suitable for modern living. Continue reading →

Football is now a multi-billion pound industry, and the architecture of football stadiums has evolved rapidly over the years. The football world now offers some of the world’s most incredible structures that have been designed to facilitate a euphoric environment and provide fans with comfort, safety and a clear view from every seat. Continue reading →

We have always placed great importance on understanding and managing the environmental impact of our work, whether we are working on a commercial architecture project or a residential home. Our ultimate goal is to limit damage to the environment and to make the most efficient possible use of resources and materials throughout every step. As part of this, we embrace the benefits of allowing as much natural light as possible to flow through a building. Continue reading →