This month saw “public space intervention” protests take place in London as members of the public objected to the increasing privatisation of the capital’s public spaces. There are concerns that as more and more areas of the capital are being taken over by corporate entities, the right to roam freely is being restricted and biodiversity and character are being destroyed in favour of sterile uniformity. Continue reading →

The building materials are one of the most crucial considerations for any architect, no matter what kind of project they may be involved in. The chosen materials will have an impact on the stability of the structure, the shape, the aesthetics and the green credentials. There are even cases when the choices are limited by the area and the materials that have been used to construct other properties. Continue reading →

Major cities around the world are seeing an increase in the number of skyscrapers being constructed. The trend has arisen because in many of these areas the amount of land available to build on is very limited. This means building upwards is often seen as the only practical solution. London is one of the best examples of the trend. In 2015 it was reported that there are currently 70 buildings under construction which are over twenty storeys in height, and an additional 200 plus are being planned. Continue reading →