More and more projects today combine different types of space on a single plot. For example, you may have a mixed use building with retail space and some housing. Or you could have offices, leisure, and industrial facilities. One example of this is known as planned unit development. We want to take a closer look at it today, then if you are planning a commercial architecture project, you can rely on us. Continue reading →

This summer the world was taken by the Barbie storm. The movie was a box office hit, grossing over $1.4bn and breaking all kinds of records along the way. It had an impact far beyond cinema too. Most notably, it encouraged more use of bright colours in various areas. It can have a fantastic impact on everything from fashion to commercial architecture. We want to look at the latter today to see why it is a good idea. Continue reading →

The design of commercial architecture and interiors continues to change. Business owners strive to increase resilience, efficiency, and productivity. With the rise in costs and supply chain disruptions, designers and architects are seeking out new trends in building design. Let’s go over some of the trends emerging in 2023 so you can see what to focus on. Continue reading →

Urban centres are having a difficult time with drops in footfall and closures leaving numerous empty buildings. There are several ideas to help address the situation and reinvigorate the areas. One is to create more housing, turning old commercial architecture into homes. However, while there are positives, there are some concerns about this. We want to have a look here. Continue reading →

People are more eco-conscious today than ever before. It has an impact on a massive number of our choices, including what we buy and who from. Some businesses can be incredibly successful just be ensuring they have green credentials that align with their customers. They can do this with their commercial architecture, interior design, products, services, and more. Continue reading →

Department stores were once a mainstay of the high street in the UK. Some of the buildings became the most iconic pieces of commercial architecture in the areas. There were a number of big names, including BHS, Debenhams, and House of Fraser. Sadly many of these shops no longer exist. In fact, in 2021 figures claimed 83% had closed in just 5 years. Is there still a place for them? Could the right designs bring customers back? We want to have a look at some ideas here. Continue reading →