The commercial architecture sector is in a constant state of changes due to the evolving needs of businesses and their clients. Typically a project will strive to combine function and style to create spaces that look good and serve their purpose to the best of their ability. This idea is still crucial but many architects have moved a step further to research-led design. Continue reading →

The Design Museum recently shortlisted a collection of diverse London based designs for inclusion in a new book. Museum director Deyan Sidjuc focused on iconic images and architectural structures that perfectly define London’s traditional and contemporary landscape. Included in the list was Tower Bridge. Constructed over an 8 year period between 1886 and 1894, this is a tangible representation of London in the late 19th century and represents the way architecture reflects its surroundings. Continue reading →

Architecture and design is always evolving, and we take pleasure in undertaking projects that embrace the consistent evolution and development of design. Last year we were pleased to participate in Ron Arad’s Tailor My Tom Vac project with furniture company Vitra. The Italian designer was commissioned by Vitra and Dormus magazine to create a temporary installation for Milan’s Salone Dek Mobile. The project aimed to explore memory and novelty in art, architecture and design. Continue reading →

The tiny house movement has seen small homes appear all around the world, including in London where demand for properties is high but space to build new ones is limited. The rising demand for smaller properties shows the changing needs of consumers and can provide inspiration for architects in terms of how to make efficient use of space, even those engaged in designing much larger buildings. Continue reading →

As well as designing and overseeing the construction of brand new properties, we also handle the transformation of historic and listed properties into useful, beautiful buildings perfectly tailored for modern life. We are currently working on an exciting new project: the extension and refurbishment of a distinctive property located in Kentish Town, in the London Borough of Camden. The four-storey property was formerly the Imperial Organ and Piano Company factory, and we are working to transform it into a contemporary, highly functional workspace. Continue reading →

Many architectural firms are always looking to the future, innovating and experimenting with new builds and unusual materials. However, while new builds and innovation are vital for the future of the profession, we are also committed to updating and improving historic properties in order to preserve them for the future, while bringing them up to date for modern life. This could involve retrofitting, which involves updating older buildings with modern fixtures, fittings and features to ensure they live up to modern standards. Continue reading →