St. Peter’s Seminary is one of the most significant modernist buildings in Scotland and indeed the whole of the UK. It was built in 1966 as a place to train young priests, but was abandoned in 1980 before it was finished after struggling to attract suitable numbers and a change in approach that would see priests learn in the communities they would serve. The building spent time serving as a rehabilitation centre after the church left it. It would then go on to be a power station and gradually fall further into disrepair. Continue reading →

Commercial architecture has different requirements than residential structures, because commercial properties have to meet the needs of a wider number of stakeholders. Your home should provide comfort, keep your possessions safe and give you a place to relax and unwind. The scale of the property and limited number of users means spaces are much easier to personalise so you can get the settings you want. With a commercial building, it is almost impossible to select a uniform design that will suit everybody. Each person will have their own needs, wishes and concerns; finding a compromise that will suit as many people as possible is the only option. Continue reading →

Some of the world’s most iconic examples of residential and commercial architecture are skyscrapers, and in 2015 there are set to be even more of these huge structures springing up all over the world. Here are some of the most exciting large buildings currently under construction. Continue reading →

Modern commercial architecture is becoming renowned for unusually shaped buildings and imaginative designs. The development of design technology has opened the doors for architects to let their imaginations run free and experiment. The freedom is helping to produce some of the most impressive structures ever dreamed up. More often than not, buildings are now based on a concept and the designers have considered countless factors like the environment, aesthetics, user experience and the context. Continue reading →

There are plans in place for a major educational and cultural quarter to be constructed in London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The Olympicopolis project is set to be one of the largest and most ambitious new urban developments to be created in the last century. Continue reading →

As part of our commitment to supporting the preservation of culture and learning, we were happy to get involved in an architectural project for The British Film Institute. We wanted to enhance the enriching film experience that was already available, along with attracting more visitors to the location. The challenge of this project was to create an open space that was inviting, whilst simultaneously providing the secluded intimacy needed for film study and research. Continue reading →