The coming Future Homes Standard will have a big impact on new homes, challenging the construction industry to build better. There will be some strict requirements, including reducing carbon emissions, improving fabric efficiency, ensuring homes are airtight, and ensuring energy efficiency. Sustainability will be a major focal point. What we want to do is look at three different ways you can measure it to determine if your design meets the highest standards. Then, if you want help from an architect in London, we are here for you. Continue reading →

Often plots with a steep slope deter people from developing them because of the cost and challenges. However, with land becoming scarcer in many areas, there is more focus on using them to create housing and other amenities. Luckily, retaining walls can offer a solution for many sites. We want to have a closer look at them here, including the different types. Then, if you want help from some of the most highly rated architects in London, you can rely on us. Continue reading →

There have been a number of devastating fires in different historical buildings in the UK in the last few years. The most recent was just last month when a blaze destroyed the majority of the Hotspur Press in Manchester. There are now calls to do more to protect these crucial pieces of our history. We want to have a closer look here, then you can speak to us if you want some help from a top architect in London. Continue reading →