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18
Aug 2023

Office Architecture: Building Staff Morale Using Design

It’s no secret that our environment has a direct impact on our mood. From boosting serotonin levels, to improving efficiency and morale, it’s vital that employers are improving their working environments to benefit employees where possible. If you’re in the process of building a new workspace, office architecture should be a key consideration. The choices you make during the design phase will ultimately have a big impact on your team’s overall energy levels, enthusiasm, and efficiency. Key elements to think about  The design phase can be a whirlwind, with lots of different elements to consider. The good news, however, is […]

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14
Aug 2023

Architectural Styles: Which Will Work Best For My Home?

For many people, the opportunity to build your home from the ground up is a dream come true. Designing your property exactly how you want it, down to the last detail. It’s exciting! With so much creative freedom, however, deciding between architectural styles can be a challenge. After all, it’s not something you’ll be able to change with ease. As such, it’s important that you know your options.  Popular architectural styles for new home builds Gothic Gothic architectural styles evoke the design choices of medieval cathedrals dating back as far as the Middle Ages. Trademarks of the gothic style include […]

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4
Aug 2023

Kitchen Refurbishment: A guide to building your dream kitchen

So, you’re planning a kitchen refurbishment but aren’t quite sure where to start? Whether it’s just a small move around of furniture or big structural modifications, any amount of change has been proven to boost happiness and improve our mental health. Not only does it give you that fresh, clean feeling, but it also helps you to fall back in love with your space. Unless you have a background in the construction or design industry, however, it can be tricky to know where to begin. To help you on your way, our experts have put together this guide to building […]

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17
Jul 2023

Architects in Essex: Tips for Planning Permission

As architects in Essex, we know the planning permission process better than most. We’ve been helping our clients secure the go ahead for their projects for over 40 years. When you’re proposing a large-scale project, the planning process can be gruelling and costly. It’s in these instances that professional guidance is so vital if you want to succeed. Knowing where to start can be tricky, with lots of different things to consider throughout the process. Below, our architects in Essex have shared a few of their top tips for a successful planning permission application. Knowing the different types of planning […]

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12
Jun 2023

The Evolution of Neo-Futurism Architecture?

Architectural design and development are constantly evolving. Just take a look back to what were deemed to be ‘futuristic’ designs back in the early 20th century. How many have already been eclipsed by the architecture of today? High-rise developments are scattered across most major cities and neo-futurism architecture (a relatively new movement) is now becoming increasingly common.  What is the idea behind Neo-Futurism Architecture? Neo-futurism is applied to an extensive variety of building designs. These range from skyscrapers to bridges, galleries and museums, to even park benches. This concept is separated from traditional architecture by its approach to realising aspirations […]

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5
Jun 2023

Domestic Architecture: Transforming your garden for summer

Sunny days are few and far between for those of us living in the UK. As such, when the summer months roll around, we want to be spending as much time in our gardens as possible. As domestic architecture specialists, we’re here to ensure your outside spaces are designed in a way that is both functional and aesthetic. Through the power of design, allow us to transport you to another continent right from the comfort of your own deck chair.   The role of an architect   If you’ve never worked with an architect before, it can be daunting entering […]

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1
May 2023

Architects in Chelmsford: The evolution of technology

As architects in Chelmsford, the technology we use has drastically changed over the last few years. From a simple toolkit made up of a ruler and pencil to now using CAD and 3D modelling, the differences are unparalleled. Utilising new technology, architects have been able to move away from 2D designs to provide a more realistic, 4D visual render for construction projects. Quite the step up from more traditional hand-drawn designs. Drones Previously, it would’ve been incredibly difficult for architects to get a proper view of a property from all angles. With the help of drones, however, architects are able […]

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24
Apr 2023

Types of Architecture Around the World

History welcomes many different types of architecture, most of which still hold a heavy significance today. From prehistoric architecture, the name given to structures such as Stonehenge, to the modern contemporary style, building design has drastically changed through the years. What’s more, these vast differences can also be seen from country to country. The most popular types of architecture Gothic architecture is the most popular architecture type across the globe, with dominance across 13 different countries. France, Romania, Norway, and Greece were among some of the different places to adopt this style as their main focus. Features of Gothic architecture […]

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