It has been a big year for architecture because there have been plenty of new creative ideas for designs. Now is a great time to take a look back at some of the best trends from 2018. As some of the best architects London has, let us advise you about our pick of the top design choices.

Unfinished

One of the biggest interior trends is leaving properties looking unfinished. The industrial look, including raw concrete surfaces and also bare brick, is back in vogue.

Co-working

In the commercial sector the biggest buzz is around co-working spaces. Office culture and work patterns are evolving quickly. As a result workspaces need to cater for them. This has a big impact on designs.

Arches

Another big trend is having arches inside properties. The architectural features can add to the decor. In addition they are useful for defining different spaces, really helping make them stand out.

Celebrity architecture

In the last year many different celebrities have taken the leap into architecture. The biggest names include Kanye West and Elon Musk. The latter is working on creating low cost bricks. The building material would make it easier to build more low cost housing.

Hyperloop

Imagine a transport system where people or cargo can get in a tube and travel at high speeds to their destination with no traffic. There have been many ideas for these hyperloop networks because it has so much potential. In addition lots of iconic architects have been looking at designs.

3D printing

The next stage in pre-fabricating buildings is 3D printing. More architects are looking into it as a way to build quality houses quickly. There are plans for properties that people can actually live in and designs are also moving forward at a rapid pace.

Off-grid

While most homes are full of useful technology, some people choose the opposite way and go off-grid. This can lead to some really fantastic designs. Properties can feature plenty of great features including green walls as well as more natural lighting and ventilation. An off-grid home even won the RIBA House of the Year 2018.

If you are thinking of using any of 2018′s design trends in your project work with some of the top architects London has. At Coffey Architects we find creative solutions and always prioritise the needs of our clients. Speak to us about your project and see how our vision can move it forward.