Waking along any given coastline, it appears that, at times, the inspiration for water-adjacent architecture is more conceptual, dramatic, and impactful than for traditional structures. Perhaps the inspiration comes from a distinctive set of styles that can only be found floating upon bodies of water. Which is why architects the world over have designed coastal buildings with the same graceful …
To understand today, you have to look back. The new book Inside Utopia) does just that, diving into iconic interiors by forward-thinking designers from the past 75 years. “We wanted to track the history of modern interiors to look at the changing points that got us to today,” says the book’s co-editor Sally Fuls. “Where and why were the ideas born, …
Taking landscaping to new heights, and using architecture as the vehicle, is an idea that stretches all the way back to the wondrous Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and shows up most commonly today in the form of rooftop gardens and ivy-covered universities. But modern architects have devised new methods of sending plants skyward, whether its with a series of towering terraces …
When you are considering the installation of a new commercial or goods lift, it is essential to make sure you understand what is required of you in terms of building regulations and other key requirements. There is a lot of information on the internet regarding certain laws and requirements, but most do not apply to the UK. So, to help you make …
Both BREEAM and LEED stand as globally recognised certification programs. Their job is to assess the overall environmental impact of a building and its construction, and offer an official rating based on several key factors. In this article, we’ll unpack exactly what BREEAM and LEED ratings are, how they can be obtained, and which you should choose for your platform …
