There has been plenty of controversy when it comes to developments in commercial and residential architecture throughout the years, and this looks likely to continue long into the future. While London is well known for containing a unique blend of architecture from across the centuries, there is always debate around the best way to contribute towards that tradition in the years ahead. There are currently two common trends which we are seeing in the work of many architects creating properties in London: the construction of increasingly tall towers and commercial buildings, and basement conversions being carried out on residential properties throughout the city.

These trends reflect the ways architects are looking to overcome the problem of limited space in the capital by branching upwards or downwards rather than outwards. They are both matters which attract controversy, debate and argument. However, it is clear that each project has its own individual potential merits and downsides, and that extending properties upwards or downwards will not be the most appropriate solution for every project. Architects have a responsibility to find the most suitable approach for each individual task.

The challenge for an architect in facing these trends is in working with the client’s requirements and aspirations, working with the limitations of the available space, and ensuring the environment and the landscape of London is not damaged or disrupted. As leading architects in London, we have met this challenge time and again over the years, making the best use of light and space to overcome the individual limitations of each project.

Whether your project involves the construction of a completely new property, or you wish to alter and convert your existing property to use it to its best advantage, we are the architects who can provide a bespoke solution that works both for your life and for the environment.