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NewsJan Kattein Architects delivers redesigned children’s library at Swiss Cottage
Jan Kattein Architects has completed the redesign of the children’s library at Swiss Cottage Library in Camden, north London. The project, commissioned by Camden Council, marks the 60th anniversary of the grade II-listed modernist library, originally designed by Basil Spence and opened in 1964.
NewsIn pictures: Mowat & Company redesigns Flint HQ in south London
Flint, the London-based wine merchant, has completed a comprehensive refurbishment of its Kennington headquarters in collaboration with architecture practice Mowat & Company. The redesign addresses spatial constraints in the previously overcrowded Stannary Street site, enhancing both workflow and visitor experience
NewsOffice Ten Architecture proposes scalable retrofit model to tackle housing and climate crises
Spearheaded by design studio Office Ten, the pilot project is rethinking the standard Victorian and Edwardian terrace homes, hoping to not only improve fabric performance but also increase housing density in a bid to solve the UK’s chronic housing shortage and the environmental impact of underperforming homes.
NewsProject Reuse delivers first materials in pilot scheme to rethink fit-out waste
The Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS) has received the first batch of salvaged interior products under its Project Reuse pilot, a scheme aimed at exploring how reuse can be integrated into the commercial office fit-out process. The materials, now held in a dedicated east London storage facility, will be used ...
NewsIn pictures: John Puttick Associates retrofit Victorian power station into youth hub in Blackburn
Located in the town centre, Fusebox now forms part of Blackburn Youth Zone and responds to a growing need for accessible youth infrastructure
FeaturesMastering the detail: The Northcliffe with John Robertson Architects
JRA’s refurbishment of the grade II-listed former Daily Mail HQ marks a triumph in sustainable heritage regeneration
FeaturesVelux repurposes timber warehouse into low-carbon innovation hub
A 30-year-old timber warehouse in Østbirk, Denmark, has been converted into Velux Group’s new innovation centre, now known as LKR Innovation House. The facility, which reuses over half of its original materials, will host around 500 employees working on product development, including roof windows and accessories.
NewsPAS 24 update introduces stricter security testing for windows and doors
The PAS 24 standard, which defines enhanced security performance criteria for windows and doorsets, has been updated to reflect modern burglary techniques.
FeaturesMastering the detail: Baytree Nuneaton with Chetwoods Architects
In the heart of the Midlands’ Golden Triangle, one of the UK’s busiest logistics hubs, a quietly radical scheme is challenging assumptions about what logistics architecture can be. Baytree Nuneaton, designed by Chetwoods for global logistics operator Rhenus, is not only a high-performing industrial campus – it’s also a model ...
NewsAI startups partner with architecture giants to tackle construction challenges
Digital Catapult, a deep tech innovation organisation, has announced the ten AI-led startups selected for its accelerator programme under the Innovate UK BridgeAI initiative. The programme is intended to promote the practical application of artificial intelligence (AI) in sectors with high growth potential, including construction.
NewsBindloss Dawes extends Victorian home in Stoke Newington
Bindloss Dawes has completed the renovation of a Victorian home in Stoke Newington, London, located within the Lordship Park conservation area. Originally purchased as a development project by clients Emma Dahlman and Nick Illston, the property has evolved into a long-term residence, requiring extensive collaboration to address its existing structural ...
NewsMaterial focus defines suburban residence in Poland
SAAN Architects has completed a suburban residence, designed to merge interior aesthetics with the surrounding landscape, in Bielawa, Poland.
NewsThomas-McBrien Architects completes glulam roof extension of London HQ
The lightweight structure respects the existing industrial building’s character while introducing a contemporary addition – a timber pavilion nestled amongst the trees
FeaturesMastering the detail: Dockyard Church with Hugh Broughton Architects
Building Design speaks to Hugh Broughton and Robert Songhurst about the challenges and innovative solutions behind the restoration of Sheerness Dockyard Church. From the reconstruction of its roof to the integration of sustainable features, they discuss how careful specification choices and strategic collaborations brought this historic landmark back to life
NewsIn pictures: Pend breathes new life into mid-terrace home in Edinburgh
Buff-toned Marziale brick, Calacatta marble, and oak cabinetry define the carefully curated material palette of this Edinburgh home
NewsMailen Design unveils Lee Terrace in Blackheath
This compact three-bedroom house features a stepped brick and stone facade, full-height glazing and a bronze-clad upper volume, offering a modern addition to a historic setting
NewsO’Sullivan Skoufoglou Architects completes Clapham home and gallery
A once-disjointed Victorian terrace is now a cohesive home and gallery with a redesign that enhances light, flexibility and connection to nature
NewsSteel remains the preferred choice for structural framing, forecasting steady growth ahead
With demand expected to rise to 897,000 tonnes by 2028, key growth sectors – driven by green energy infrastructure and healthcare projects – could shape the future of structural steel in the UK
FeaturesBKD Architects reimagines Dublin office with facade overhaul
Offsite assembly helps transform Fifteen George’s Quay into a LEED Platinum-certified workplace
NewsTerraced streets tackle climate change with ambient loop system
An award-winning initiative aims to decarbonise up to eight million terraced homes in the UK through a community-led energy model that uses heat pump networks and microgrids