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June 10, 2022
Collingridge And Smith Architects has completed Kakapo Creek, an early learning centre for up to 100 children in Auckland, New Zealand. Founded on the idea of Nga Hau E Wha, the four winds, being symbolic as a meeting place for people from all backgrounds. This idea is embodied in the design of the building, forming […]
June 7, 2022
In the first of a series of case studies on the way architects incorporate research into practice, Kat Martindale explores how Tonkin Liu uses physical model making and digital modelling analysis to inform its built work. Model making forms an integral part of Tonkin Liu’s research and design process. From the plasticine, paper and card […]
June 6, 2022
How can residential design cater for today’s lifestyles, while also meeting changing expectations around sustainability, health and wellbeing? This question was addressed by a panel of architects and developers at a round table discussion in London hosted by AT and Geberit. In association with Designed by Metropolitan Workshop for Pocket Living, Addiscombe Grove in East […]
June 5, 2022
Karolina Howorko of Studio HOKA designed this small apartment with a loft bedroom. With little floor area to work with, most of the ideas are about hiding things away and making one element do two jobs. A kitchen built into the stairs The front door opens straight into the kitchen, which has plain white cabinets […]
June 3, 2022
Takero Shimazaki Architects (t-sa) has transformed eight railway arches in Camden into a cinema for the Curzon chain. Occupying arches N7 to N14 within the viaduct that connects the Kentish Town West and Camden Road Overground stations in north London, the new additions comprising the cinema look out onto the Hawley Road and the Regents […]
June 2, 2022
An upgraded travel experience Allow external media to view this project’s video or audio.Media preferences The entire resort consists of two parts: the common space and the residential area. The common space is divided into indoor and outdoor spaces, including restaurants, bars and terraces, which can serve various events such as afternoon tea, weddings, conferences, […]
June 2, 2022
Since joining Glenn Howells Architects over twenty years ago, partner Dav Bansal has evolved from a self-centred architect to a studio leader who is focused on helping others to succeed. ‘Happy organised chaos’ is how I would describe my joy, my tempo and my way of thinking……I thrive in chaos yet equally strive for order […]
June 1, 2022
A redundant Glasgow church has been given a comprehensive makeover with the help of high-performance spray foam insulation from Huntsman Building Solutions. In association with Castlehead Church, Paisley, had lain empty since its closure in 2010 Castlehead Church, an imposing, 18th century, stone-built structure in Paisley, south west Scotland had lain empty since its closure […]
June 1, 2022
Recticel’s eurowall + insulation delivers excellent performance without compromising wall construction In association with In line with Recticel’s commitment to innovation, Eurowall + is designed with the builder and end user in mind. Available in a range of thicknesses from 75mm, the full-fill insulation board’s evolutionary composition means it changes the way a wall works […]
June 1, 2022
Jonathan Lowy, Operational Marketing Manager at VMZINC traces the history and technical development of zinc roofing and cladding in Europe from the 19th century to the modern day. In association with Space Park, Leicester, Shepheard Epstein Hunter Architects Soon after VMZINC was founded back in 1837, zinc began to be used as a roofing material […]
June 1, 2022
Justin Seldis, MD at Sunsquare introduces Aero Pitch, which is said to be the world’s smartest and most thermally efficient skylight for pitched roofs. At Sunsquare we’re renowned for our specialism in designing and manufacturing flat roof skylights, and over the past 18 years, we’ve developed a market-leading range that’s unrivalled for its quality, design, […]
June 1, 2022
Encasement explains how its range of high-performance decorative casings can improve the functionality and aesthetics of learning environments. In association with Forma metal casings at Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School in Sutton Coldfield It has long been recognised that the educational environment can have a significant influence on student performance and wellbeing, a fact that was […]
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