Charles Holland
ReviewNithurst Farm: ‘an uncompromising engagement with architecture in all its spatial, material, and symbolic richness’
Charles Holland reviews a new book on Adam Richards Architects’ Nithurst Farm
ReviewThe Architecture of Sir Edwin Lutyens – Volume 2: Gardens, Delhi, Washington
Charles Holland enjoys the latest volume in the series on Lutyens’ key works
OpinionWe need rural housing that meets people’s actual needs
Charles Holland asks how we can ensure rural housing meets the diverse needs of those who live in the countryside.
FeaturesBarbican at 50: Brutalism for the consumer age
From the Smithsons to the Garchey waste disposal systems, Charles Holland walks us through the estate’s history
Features15 steps to a 100% jargon free life in architecture
FAT’s Charles Holland shares a handy list of words that architects should avoid if at all possible
ReviewAnother side of the street
BBC2’s series on the changing demographics of London streets lacks balance but is compelling viewing
BlogsWhat are the social and environmental conditions fuelling the riots?
It was John Major who said: “We need to condemn a little more and understand a little less” in a speech about criminality.
BlogsThere were more than enough reasons to take to the streets
The March 26 protest wasn’t just a street party, it was an expression of anger at the coalition government’s austerity programme says Charles Holland.
FeaturesCharles Holland, Director of Fat in praise of the Moskovsky Metropoliten
The most gob-smacking and extraordinary piece of architecture I saw this year was the Moscow Metro system. It’s possible to spend an entire day 60m below ground in Moscow and never get bored.
OpinionWhy BD’s cup is a poisoned chalice
Laughing at bad buildings is self-destructive and fails to address the real issues, says Charles Holland.
ReviewFats best friend
The houses we designed at New Islington in Manchester were inspired by the way the tenants had transformed their existing homes.