The advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) prompts us to ponder the possibility of being supplanted by computers, sparking debates about the future of practice, the ethical implications of AI and the need for a balance between technological advancement and human well-being. While the progression and integration of AI is unfolding, its potential is unknown.

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.

Check out this blog written by our Associate Architect James Krikler to find what's Park, Palace and Public have in common.

One of the joys of being part of the LDN Collective is the opportunity to explore cities and places with passionate people and varied perspectives. This winter we took on Newcastle, where an eclectic mix of architects, video-makers, social and well-being specialists, urban designers and others, were led by LDN Collective CEO Max Farrell on a circular walking tour around the city, capturing many of the city’s interesting masterplanning and architectural projects.

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.

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.

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.

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...

Chartered Landscape Architect Josh George discusses one of this years’ themes for the Chelsea Flower Show, which was the use of different substrates within planting designs, setting out how this may benefit your project.

Our Associate Architectural Technician Tom Kimber discusses the recommendations and mandating of second staircases in new residential buildings over 30 metres tall. So there are many questions... but fundamentally, how will this impact our plans and layouts?

The new building will provide circa 24,000m2 of new floor space dedicated to the production of the much-loved Henry family of vacuum cleaners. The aim of the development is to streamline the process into one facility incorporating raw material storage, manufacture, assembly, storage and distribution, to ultimately improve sustainability and increase productivity.

Could architects be doing more to address and provide solutions to the world’s current social, cultural and environmental issues? As an industry, we generally try to be proactive and keep ourselves well informed and there is fundamental change happening within construction, along with a growing awareness in the wider society in relation to diversity and other commonly understood issues.

We are pleased to announce that the Housing Digital Innovation Awards 2023 has shortlisted our affordable housing scheme, Mendip View in Axbridge for Best Innovative New Build.

Adaptive reuse – how does this differ from refurbishment and renovation and what does it mean for our existing building stock? Sensitive transformations may be the key to cost-effective and sustainable solutions, while maintaining relationships between property owners, tenants and those who simply inhabit our constructed world.

BoonBrown are delighted to announce that alongside clients Allerton, we have now secured planning permission for 67 apartments across three blocks on the Cherry Tree Pub site in Peterborough. Our application was recommended for approval by the Planning Officer, and later approved under delegated powers without going to Planning Committee.

BoonBrown’s recently completed scheme for 20 new affordable homes at Mendip View, Axbridge, has won ‘Sustainable Project of the Year’ at the Insider South West Property Awards!! The ceremony in Bristol on Thursday evening was overwhelmed by cheer and applause by the great news. To be given recognition for all the hard work through this prestigious regional award was a great delight.