We are always looking to the future and considering how the architectural industry will evolve in years to come. For the most part, forecasts for the next five years are optimistic, particularly when it comes to residential and commercial architecture in London. Continue reading
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Green buildings help to preserve the environment
Green architecture is a trend that is sweeping the world, with more and more professionals taking the time to consider the environmental impacts of construction. It is leaving an impression on both residential and commercial architecture, seeing an increasing number of properties taking sustainability and the environment into account. There has also been a wave of innovations looking at factors such as landscaping, energy saving and ventilation improvements. Continue reading
Google’s new HQ design proposal
According to the multi-national corporation Google, natural settings make for more productive working environments as opposed to busy city centres. At the end of February this year, Google revealed plans for its new headquarters in Mountain View, California, designed by a team of some of the world’s finest architects. Continue reading
The future of London’s architecture
London attracts huge numbers of tourists each and every year, and is a worldwide hub of business and culture. Due to this, it’s constantly changing and evolving to meet current demands. This also applies to the city’s architectural landscape and how it will be adapted in the future. As professional architects, we understand the importance of keeping up with people’s changing circumstances and creating architecture which reflects their needs. Continue reading
Seven forgotten architectural wonders
Around the world there are countless examples of architecture that are renowned for their structure, the impact they have had or the fact that they perfectly encapsulate the time when they were built. From the Great Wall of China to the Taj Mahal there are so many iconic structures to see all across the planet, including examples of both domestic and commercial architecture as well as structures in the public realm. However, for every world-famous structure there are also many that don’t have the recognition they deserve. Here are seven of the most stunning examples. Continue reading
Newly listed post-war commercial properties
Post-war commercial architecture rarely gets the acclaim it deserves, but some steps have been taken with the decision by English Heritage to award Grade 2 listed status to 14 office blocks in the UK. The organisation is currently examining post-war offices built between 1964 and 1984 to assess which have made a telling contribution to design and architecture and deserve to be protected. Continue reading