Author Archives: Stephen Hall

Designing houses that fit you perfectly

In general terms, it could be said that the ideal home is one that accommodates its inhabitants and the way they live and function, but the truth is that there is no one ideal property. Each home that is designed and constructed from scratch is unique and needs to be perfect for its particular inhabitants. A new build is the product of the needs and personal vision of the inhabitants, and it is the role of the architect to make those visions a reality. Continue reading

The amazing sights of London Zoo

As a London architect, we take inspiration from the many unique locations in the capital, including the world famous London Zoo. This is the oldest scientific zoo in the world, and has an incredible history. It opened in 1828 specifically so scientists could study various animals, and became accessible to the general public in 1847. The zoo is also famous for having the first aquarium (built in 1852) and reptile house (created in 1926). Continue reading