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Penny for your thoughts – Views on the loos
So what is the public’s response? ...we had the opportunity to speak with the local community, to find out what they think of the newly refurbished toilets…
The Next Storey
Having built the foundations and developed the company with Clive to the 37th floor, our friend and colleague Richard Boon is handing on the plans to new partners. Richard is due to retire at the end of April.
AI as a tool or something more?
The rise of AI in architecture sparks debates on its role – is it a tool or a replacement for architects? While AI enhances efficiency, human creativity and oversight remain crucial.
Going Public; reviving the Crystal Palace Park loos
Sharing the backstory to the refurb, this is our topical take on a very real need; providing sanitary facilities in the public realm.
Howay and beyond: A trip to Newcastle
Read about our trip where we explored some of the city's most forward-thinking and exciting projects... captured by Architectural Director Abigail Baggley in our latest blog!
Brixton Reimagined: A Glimpse Behind the Exhibition
As we bring 2023 to a close, we reflect on our participation in the London Festival of Architecture (LFA) earlier this year…it feels fitting to share a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the making of our Re-Imagining Brixton Exhibition. This year was our first year participating in the festival. Our team are already excited about what 2024 will bring, with a new opportunity for ideas and fresh thinking for our second LFA exhibition! See you there!
Steps towards a Sustainable Future
As part of BoonBrown’s Social Value Strategy, over the last two years we have been calculating and tracking the Carbon Footprint of our Southwest and London Studios. Check out our latest blog which explains the process and our achievements to date.
New pathway to becoming an architect
Written by our Level 7 Architectural Apprentices, Martin Bignell and Sydney Wheeler, our latest blog shines a light on their experience studying towards becoming fully qualified architects at the University of the West of England in Bristol.
All under one roof: a home for generations
Great news – we have secured planning permission for one of our biggest home transformations yet…! Our project at Thorpe Avenue in Peterborough extends the existing 240sqm dwelling to 610sqm, providing three receptions, an open kitchen/living/diner, swimming pool, nine bedrooms and ten bathrooms. Check out our latest blog which talks you through the brief and the design principles we adopted.
Buckle up for Buckeroo or Preparing for Complexity?
So, what sort of complexity and change is coming down the track in relation to architecture and planning? Setting aside the macro impacts of the cost-of-living crisis and the failure of the post-Brexit economic phoenix to rise from the ashes, there are a few suggestions...