Glass is a vital part of modern architecture. It is a way to ensure plenty of natural light and heat can get into a property, saving on artificial sources. Plus, it is recyclable and fits perfectly with modern designs. However, there are a few downsides. One of them is the risk to birds. We want to have a look at this today, then if you need help from an architect in London, speak to us. Continue reading →

Attitudes towards cities can go either way. Some appreciate them for their importance and ability to lead the way with innovation and initiatives. Other lambast them for being inefficient, badly planned, and harmful to the environment. Whatever you think, there are plenty of examples that show how good they can be, especially in terms of their resilience. We want to look at some of the best examples here. Then, if you need help from architects in London, you can speak to us. Continue reading →

People have been taking advantage of the sun to heat their properties for thousands of years. An ancient idea was to use abode or stone. It would absorb heat during the day, and then release it at night. Since then there have been a number of other ideas for how to utilise solar heating. The Trombe Wall is an interesting idea and could be useful for various properties today. We want to take a look at it here, then if you want advice from an architect in London, you can speak to us. Continue reading →