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Opinion
Championing permeable materials in a world of climate change
As the UK grapples with the fallout of storm Jocelyn and rising rainfall, Sean Scott explores the spectre of flooding that looms large over our homes and communities
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News
In pictures: Oliver Leech Architects completes Poet’s Corner
With a relatively open brief, the practice was asked to retain the home’s character, introduce light and functional spaces, and create access to greenery
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News
Pilot line commissioned for low-carbon plasterboard
Bio-based alternative saves approximately 4 kg of CO2 per square metre
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Features
Toxin-absorbing clay plasters by Clayworks
Combining centuries-old knowledge, the company hopes to provide a healthier alternative to traditional plaster
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Features
Extended Q+A: Combining fabric with low and zero carbon technologies in new homes
After an unprecedented number of questions, we joined David Adams, Jamie Bursnell and Steven Heath for an extended question-and-answer session
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Features
Turning trash to treasure: Smile Plastics commitment to a circular economy
Recycled-plastic manufacturer expands production with new Wales factory
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News
Glassworks’ closure marks new chapter of decarbonisation for manufacturer
Pilkington UK production line prepares for move to neighbouring site as part of project which will save 15,000 tonnes of CO2e per year
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Features
Sheppard Robson transforms London block with steel superstructure
The constrained site – previously a multi-storey car park – informed a bold design language for the new hotel and office building which required retaining the original foundations
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Opinion
Architecture in the Air: Can ventilation become an art form in itself?
Barry Hobday explores whether ventilation can be both functional and visually appealing, and offers advice for architects on how innovations in decentralised ventilation systems are working to improve the use of space
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Features
What made this project… 78 St James’ Street by Squire & Partners
The judges for last year’s AYAs were impressed with Squire & Partners’ body of work, as the practice was named a finalist for two awards including Refurbishment Architect of the Year. In this series, we take a look at one of the team’s entry projects and ask the firm’s associate ...
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News
The reclaimed timber flooring choice for Fortnum & Mason
British department store specifies Woodworks’ herringbone for food and drink studio
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Features
Opening the King’s Gate at Caernarfon Castle in Wales
Buttress Architects reinvigorates the castle — awarded World Heritage Status in 1986 — to make it accessible to all
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Features
What made this project… The Broadway by Squire & Partners
The judges for last year’s AYAs were impressed with Squire & Partners’ body of work, as the practice was shortlisted for two awards including Private Housing Architect of the Year. In this series, we take a look at one of the team’s entry projects and ask the firm to break ...
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Features
From Warehouse to Workshop: Vine Architecture Studio’s live/work space in London
The London-based practice transforms a Victorian warehouse in Whitechapel into a flexible space that suits a transient lifestyle
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Features
The King’s Head Theatre finds a new home in Islington, London
Designed by S+Co, The King’s Head Theatre has been relocated from the back of the King’s Head pub on Upper Street in Islington to a purpose-built 200 seat venue at the adjacent Islington Square Development in north-east London.
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Features
What made this project… Quadrangle Building, King’s College London by Hall McKnight
The judges for last year’s AYAs were impressed with Hall McKnight’s body of work, as the practice took home the trophy for two awards including Refurbishment Architect of the Year. In this series, we take a look at one of the team’s entry projects and ask the firm’s partner, Ian ...
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News
MetSkin: Vivalda’s new aluminium cladding system
The aluminium cladding system has been designed to minimise water ingress for residential high rise or municipal projects
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Features
What made this project… National Manufacturing Institute Scotland by HLM Architects
The judges for last year’s AYAs were impressed with HLM Architects’ body of work, as the practice was named a finalist for three awards including Net Zero Architect of the Year (in partnership with UKGBC). In this series, we take a look at one of the team’s entry projects and ...