Author Archives: Stephen Hall

The world of architecture is constantly evolving

A key quality of commercial and residential architecture in London is the dynamic way in which is it seemingly constantly evolving and changing, and yet always gives a sense that everything is where it always has belonged. Designing a new property which blends seamlessly with the city skyline, yet also extols a sense of the vibrancy of the new, is a rare skill. Here at Coffey Architects we have shown time and again in our award winning work to have an excellent ability to create architecture that works within its surroundings and context while remaining fresh, new and unique. Continue reading

Architecture informed by travel

As a particularly inventive firm of professionals dealing with public, residential and commercial architecture, we have gained a reputation for our determination to create the most unique structures. We deliver work that is based on our deep belief that the cultures and landscapes we find across the surface of the earth can effectively contribute to the way we design and construct new architecture. 15 years ago, Phil Coffey conceived of the idea to amalgamate his personal passions of travel and photography in order to scour the globe and acquire a unique collection of photographs to inform the work of our practice. Continue reading

Architectural styles that harmonise with the surroundings

There is no denying that clean, elegant, and contemporary design continues to be as popular as ever all over the world. These days, the majority of new constructions need not only to be highly functional, but also designed to fit in with their surroundings and harmonise well with the environment, without causing any negative effects. In order to find this unique balance many architects must have the ability to take a step outside conventional thought and use their knowledge and skills in order to find the perfect design. Continue reading