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De Zwarte Hond has completed the circular renovation and extension of Leiden University’s former Cluster Zuid building, now named Herta Mohr, serving the Faculty of Humanities. Originally designed by Joop van Stigt in the late 1970s, this structuralist masterpiece now offers 11,400 square meters of space, comprising over 700 teaching spaces, two lecture theatres, work and meeting rooms, and libraries for both the African Studies Centre and the Middle Eastern Studies program. Enhancing orientation and natural lightTo improve orientation and bring in more natural light, the central zone of the building was demolished and replaced with a spacious, light-filled atrium. This transformation not only enhances visitor navigation but also cre... More

Huckletree Liverpool Street continues to redefine what a workspace can be. Set across four floors, this vibrant space blends an eclectic mix of playful elements and futuristic design, anchored by a striking blue staircase. Tom Fallon Photography Bold design choices, such as bespoke ceiling mirrors, spray-painted ceilings, soft furnishings, and colour-themed rooms, create a kaleidoscope of moods. Every corner resonates with Huckletree’s playful yet sophisticated brand in the tech and finance-driven neighbourhood. Tom Fallon Photography Huckletree Liverpool Street isn’t just a workspace, it’s an experience. From the vibrant reception and vegan café to the serene wellness space and member's bar, every detai... More

History dances with sustainability and modern elegance in the new Chancery House workspace for The Office Group in the heart of London's lively Midtown. The meticulously revitalized nine-story heritage building stands tall as a timeless testament to the city's enduring charm. Perched elegantly atop the labyrinthine London Silver Vaults, an underground treasure trove of the city's rich history, this architectural gem exudes an enchanting fusion of heritage and contemporary design. It's a place where the subtle whispers of time harmonize with the vibrant energy of today, creating a unique atmosphere. Step inside to discover a palette of colors and materials that reflect the city's vibrant tapestry, while the essence of the building evokes a s... More

John Robertson Architects completes fitout of Helix HQ, within historic warehouse in Covent Garden Conservation Area. JRA designed the CAT A and B fit out of Helix Property Management’s new headquarters.  The team worked closely with the client to reflect their company culture and incorporate aspects of the wider heritage site, Grainhouse, in which it is set. Using careful space planning, the team created a new entrance, reception and lobby, workspace for Helix’s 70 strong team, plus meeting rooms and amenities for staff, including a kitchenette and breakout area. Marcus Peel   Grainhouse was a former seed merchants’ warehouse located on Arne Street and Dryden Street in the Covent Garden Conservation Area... More

Globe Point, a six-storey office building in Leeds, designed by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios, exemplifies sustainable architecture. Globe Point, a six-storey office building in Leeds, designed by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios, exemplifies sustainable architecture. It features beautiful brickwork, energy-efficient design, and a community focus, merging aesthetic appeal with environmental responsibility. Sustainability was central to Globe Point’s design, achieving an EPC A rating and a BREEAM Excellent rating. Features include water-efficient fittings, low-energy lighting, high-efficiency boilers, carbon dioxide sensors, and a building management system that monitors energy usage. The site uses no fossil fuels, resulting in 27% lowe... More

Howells completes One Centenary Way, a new landmark for Birmingham that defines the next generation of sustainable workspace, and another significant chapter in the city’s transformation into a lively, mixed-use metropolis. The 13-storey building sits above the A38 Queensway Tunnel, negotiating a challenging, split-level site that connects two of the city’s most important civic spaces, Chamberlain Square and Centenary Square. It is the first completed building of phase two of Howells’ Paradise Masterplan and will provide workspace for 3,500 people, along with hospitality, outdoor terrace and communal amenities at ground floor level. Hufton+Crow Hufton+Crow Constructed above a live piece of transport infrastruct... More

Introduction:  Our latest manufacturing client, Percussion Play, is a fantastic company spreading the joy of music to parks and playgrounds across the world. Rapid growth and ambitious expansion plans meant their charming 19th-century converted barn set-up no longer served them well.  Caption Driving the need for expansion - operational bottlenecks:  Operating out of three seperate outbuildings created significant challenges. Moving materials between buildings, especially during inclement weather, was both inconvenient and time-consuming. Materials required double-handling to keep them dry and storage height limitations further exacerbated these inefficiencies.  Caption Envisioning a cohesive space: ... More

The latest embassy building for Dutch diplomatic services will be the most sustainable embassy and uniquely open and welcoming. The new Dutch embassy in Ankara, Turkey, is the latest embassy building for Dutch overseas diplomatic services. The building features a high degree of openness and incorporates numerous sustainable features. The embassy in Ankara is among the largest that the Netherlands possesses. This new construction represents the transition towards sustainability of this era. Construction is currently scheduled to start in August 2024. The two-level office villa is set in green surroundings on a spacious site. The generous ground floor is uniquely open in character, with a strong relationship between indoors and outdoors. Th... More

Designed in 1958, the CNIT is a mixed-use center (offices, shops, services), an emblematic building of Paris La Défense and an icon of modernist architecture. For the past 20 years,  Cro&Co Architecture has accompanied the transformation of the CNIT, adapting it to changes in its environment while preserving its identity. © Jad Sylla In May 2024, to coincide with the arrival of the new Eole RER station in the CNIT basement, where up to 70,000 visitors per day will pass through, the team created new connecting spaces and a new shopping mall (45 shops over 9,000 m2). © Jad Sylla For this restructuring, the team has developed : - A high-quality range of shops and services, with exclusive brands (Toca Soci... More

Shinfield Studios, a new £250 million film and TV studio in Reading, Berkshire, designed by Scott Brownrigg has reached completion. The one million sq. ft. studio facility, for US-based independent film and television studio platform Shadowbox Studios, features eighteen sound stages, 38 workshops, a nine-acre filming backlot and over 130,000 sq. ft. of contemporary office space, making it the largest new-build film and TV studio campus in the UK. The studios are set to boost the creative industry in the UK and build on its global reputation for content production. Daniel Shearing Daniel Shearing Ranging in size from 17,000 to 43,000 sq. ft., each of the sound stages at Shinfield Studios are fully climate controlled, flexibl... More

Maarsen Groep commissions MoederscheimMoonen Architects to design new residential and office tower in Buiksloterham, Amsterdam. Following a pitch in 2023, MoederscheimMoonen was invited by Maarsen Groep to design a new mixed-use building in the Buiksloterham district of Amsterdam. The final design has now been completed, and the environmental permit has been granted. From industrial estate to circular urban district Buiksloterham is undergoing significant development, with the municipality having ambitious plans for this promising waterfront area. Formerly an industrial estate, Buiksloterham is transitioning into an urban district where living and working are integrated. MoederscheimMoonen Architects A new place to live, work, and r... More

The Residences at Sandford Lodge in Dublin is Ireland’s first low-rise, high-density residential development. Building upon Shay Cleary Architects's long-term research projects into high-quality, low-rise, high-density residential design, the scheme provides high amenity residential units of generous size, with ample private open terraces and gardens. In addition, there is superb access to sunlight and daylight with double and triple aspect units. The scheme achieves a density of approximately 100 units per hectare, comparable to taller apartment buildings, but does not exceed three floors. Tailored to its specific site and context, the development offers the density of an apartment building through the medium of a house, where each... More

JRDV serves as the Lead Exterior Design Architect and Master Planner for Belmont Park UBS 19,000-seat Arena and adjoining mixed uses including a destination luxury retail center, 180-key hotel, and a large parking structure. © JRDV JRDV Urban International is the Lead Designer for the exterior of Belmont Park. The project is located in Long Island on the boundary between New York City and Nassau County as part of the site of the largest thoroughbred horse racing facility in the world. The Arena’s exterior pays homage to Stanford White’s 1895 Madison Square Garden. (Populous is the lead designer for the Arena’s sports function and Architect-of-Record.) © JRDV JRDV has also led the planning for adjoinin... More

Eversheds Sutherland, a global legal firm, embarked on a journey to transform its office space in Edinburgh. Its goal was to create a workplace that nurtured employee wellbeing and supported a hybrid work model while reflecting brand excellence. The law firm wanted to transition from traditional spaces to more flexible, dynamic work modes. Eversheds Sutherland was relocating from a traditional, multi-floored townhouse office to a single floor space that would better support their workplace activities and project their brand principles. The law firm chose Capital Square, a modern, sustainable building recognised with a BCO award for its sustainable design, offering Grade A office space. Tom Nolan Tom Nolan Eversheds Sutherland so... More