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05/11/2024
Numatic Manufacturing Facility Update
It's been a year since construction on the new manufacturing facility for Numatic International in Chard started and we're excited to share Apex Media's drone footage which expertly captures the project's evolution.
28/10/2024
Foundations for the Future | An internship at BoonBrown
Read about Leandro's internship experience at our London studio.
08/10/2024
A ‘Year Out’ at BoonBrown
Our latest blog, written by Part I Architectural Assistants Taras Mandziuk and Grace McLelland, reflects on their year in practice at BoonBrown.
10/09/2024
Navigating our Net Zero Journey
In 2023, we launched our inaugural Carbon Reduction Plan which outlined our baseline Carbon Footprint along with the carbon reduction initiatives we have implemented and proposed. Check out our latest blog which explains the process and our achievements to date.
14/08/2024
Views on the refurbished Dorset Museum
Since reopening in May 2021, the museum showcases 250 million years of Dorset’s history, with highlights including the Fordington mosaic, a new wing, subterranean stores, and revamped spaces like the 50-seat restaurant and members' library. Recently, we returned to capture the voices of staff and visitors in our latest vox pop. Hear what they have to say about the revitalised museum!
09/08/2024
For the Love of Books
To celebrate Book Lover's Day, we asked our team of architects to share reviews of their favourite books on architecture.
24/07/2024
Beaucroft College shortlisted for AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards 2024
We are delighted that Beaucroft College in Wimborne, Dorset has been shortlisted for the UK Architects’ Journal Retrofit and Reuse Awards.
09/07/2024
Unveiling Reimagined Local Streets
As part of this years London Festival of Architecture exhibition we have been collaborating with the Tunstall Road Residents Group, developing a series of proposals to improve our local streets in line with this year’s festival theme ‘reimagine’.
26/06/2024
The Artist’s Map
Our exhibition will remain on display in the coming weeks, and 'The Artists' Map' will have a permanent place on our wall. We warmly invite you to visit and explore our work. Please drop by and see us!
07/06/2024
BoonBrown has incorporated The Landscape Practice
BoonBrown are delighted to announce that we have recently incorporated The Landscape Practice as part of our continuing diversification.
17/08/2024
Government’s plan to get Britain building
Our latest blog written by Planning Associate, Simon Sharp, as he gives his thoughts on the draft new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).
21/05/2024
Numatic Manufacturing Facility Update
It's been a year since construction on the new manufacturing facility for Numatic International in Chard started and we're excited to share Apex Media's drone footage which expertly captures the project's evolution.
14/05/2024
BoonBrown welcomes Dave Norris to the Town Planning Team
BoonBrown are pleased to announce that Dave Norris has joined our Planning Team. Dave is well known in the southwest, having worked in Dorset and Mendip, before spending six years as the Development Manager at South Somerset District Council.
09/05/2024
West London Home Completes!
Construction was completed in late 2023 and last month we had the pleasure of visiting the family to see how they have settled into their new home.
07/05/2024
Founding Partner Richard Boon Retires
After years of dedicated leadership and strategic guidance, we announce the retirement of one of our founding partners Richard Boon.
28/06/2024
Happy Pride Month!
As Pride Month draws to a close, we reflect on the celebration and awareness raised for the LGBTQ+ community's pursuit of equal justice and the issues affecting its members.
04/04/2024
Join us for our 2024 London Festival of Architecture event!
BoonBrown is proud to be part of the London Festival of Architecture again this year, and we're excited to invite you to our immersive exhibition in the heart of Brixton.
29/02/2024
A Short Film : Transformation Newcastle
A short film created by You See Media capturing many of the highlights of the LDN Collective trip to Newcastle.
04/06/2024
Appreciating Architecture through the London Festival of Architecture
This year the LFA turns 20. As we reach this milestone, our London studio office manager Nadine Richards takes a moment to pause and reflect on our previous contributions with her latest blog about the festival.
13/02/2024
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…
02/02/2024
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.
20/02/2024
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.
30/01/2024
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.
23/01/2024
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!
12/12/2023
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!
07/12/2023
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.
09/10/2023
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.
04/09/2023
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.
21/08/2023
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...
24/07/2023
BoonBrown welcomes RIBA President Simon Allford to Brixton!
Our London Studio team (alongside several southwest studio visitors!) had the pleasure of welcoming inspirational architect and RIBA president, Simon Allford to Brixton last week.
10/07/2023
Re-imagining Brixton | Collaborations
We are thrilled to share this fantastic short film produced by You See Media…giving a glimpse into our Re-Imagining Brixton Exhibition, which was part of this year’s London Festival of Architecture. Due to the positive response we’ve had and continuing popularity, the exhibition has been extended for a few more days, so please do come down and check it out!
04/07/2023
Reflections from Chelsea
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.
26/06/2023
Elephant Park Tour with LDN Collective
Architectural Director Abigail Baggley and non-exec Director Ed Watson make observations about the successes in architectural detailing, and discuss how the development has anchored itself within the community, creating a really exciting bustling working and living hub within Elephant and Castle.
22/06/2023
Re-imagining Brixton Goes Live!
We are thrilled to be unveiling our Re-imagining Brixton Exhibition, as we play a part in this year’s London Festival of Architecture! Check out some of our launch party highlights and find out more about our exhibition - we are welcoming visitors until Friday 30th June, so please come on down to Brixton!
23/05/2023
Doubling Up: Tall buildings and two stairs
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?
24/03/2023
New Numatic production and distribution facility gets the go ahead
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.
24/07/2023
BoonBrown welcomes RIBA President Simon Allford to Brixton!
Our London Studio team (alongside several southwest studio visitors!) had the pleasure of welcoming inspirational…
10/07/2023
Re-imagining Brixton | Collaborations
We are thrilled to share this fantastic short film produced by You See Media…giving a glimpse into our Re-Imagining…
04/07/2023
Chartered Landscape Architect Josh George discusses one of this years’ themes for the Chelsea Flower Show, which was…
26/06/2023
Elephant Park Tour with LDN Collective
Architectural Director Abigail Baggley and non-exec Director Ed Watson make observations about the successes in…
22/06/2023
Re-imagining Brixton Goes Live!
We are thrilled to be unveiling our Re-imagining Brixton Exhibition, as we play a part in this year’s London Festival…
23/05/2023
Doubling Up: Tall buildings and two stairs
Our Associate Architectural Technician Tom Kimber discusses the recommendations and mandating of second staircases in…
24/03/2023
New Numatic production and distribution facility gets the go ahead
The new building will provide circa 24,000m2 of new floor space dedicated to the production of the much-loved Henry…
24/03/2023
Mandatory changes to the planning process: Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
As of November 2023 (TBC), it will be mandatory for developments requiring planning permission to achieve Biodiversity…
08/03/2023
Firstly, what is equitable design? The dictionary definition of equity, is to provide equal treatment to everyone…
10/02/2023
Could architects be doing more to address and provide solutions to the world’s current social, cultural and…
20/01/2023
Housing Digital Innovation Awards 2023 | Shortlisted for Best Innovative New Build
We are pleased to announce that the Housing Digital Innovation Awards 2023 has shortlisted our affordable housing…
01/12/2022
Adaptive reuse; how old stories find new expression in North London
Adaptive reuse – how does this differ from refurbishment and renovation and what does it mean for our existing building…
30/11/2022
Planning permission secured for 67 apartments
BoonBrown are delighted to announce that alongside clients Allerton, we have now secured planning permission for 67…
17/10/2022
Insider SW Property Awards 2022 | Sustainable Project of the Year
BoonBrown’s recently completed scheme for 20 new affordable homes at Mendip View, Axbridge, has won ‘Sustainable…
17/10/2022
BoonBrown appointed on Chelsea Embankment Gardens
BoonBrown Landscape Architects are extremely excited to be working alongside the Royal Borough of Kensington and…
09/09/2022
LABC Building Excellence Awards 2022 | Regional winner of Best Small Social Housing Development
We are delighted that our Elderton Fields project has been selected as regional winner for the LABC Building Excellence…
07/06/2022
Building Regulation Changes – The perceived impact!
Associate Architectural Technician Tom Kimber, discusses the significant updates to Parts L & F, and two new…
19/04/2022
South West Tourism Awards 2022 | Bronze Award
We are delighted to announce that one of our technical projects, The Dorset Museum, has won bronze in the Large Visitor…
14/04/2022
Energy saving through Retrofit
Over the last few years there seems to have been an increased awareness of climate change and the environment, this…
28/03/2022
Housing Design Awards 2022 | Shortlisted
We are delighted and very proud to announce that our scheme The Fenways, Phase 2B Northstowe has been shortlisted for…