One of the most important topics in the UK at the moment is housing, particularly how to deliver more homes that people can afford. The Architects’ Action for Affordable Housing group is calling for the Government to do more to deliver it. We want to have a look at their manifesto and what they want to see. It could have a big impact on residential architecture in London and other parts of the UK. Continue reading
Always consider tactile design
As we’ve moved into a digital age, how things feel has become even more poignant. Most people spend their days looking at screens and touching sleek, smooth devices. So, we get even more enjoyment when we do get to touch things with real texture. If you want to create a home that is comfortable and relaxing, you need to consider tactile design. We want to look at that today, then if you want help with residential architecture in London or other parts of the world, you can speak to us. Continue reading
Cities must think about weather resilience
From the finest residential architecture in London to Knap of Howar, the oldest house in the world still standing, we’ve spent Millennia trying to protect ourselves from the weather. However, everything can change. Rainfall patterns, sea levels, average temperatures and more can and have all seen big changes. This causes a lot of issues, especially for cities that did not plan ahead and lack weather resilience. We want to take a closer look at this today. Continue reading