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11th Jan 2019

You can view the details on our team of architects and designers over on the ‘about’ page of our website: https://t.co/YLT7vaTkze #architects #portraits #dogs #doggo https://t.co/8kfX8zgx8Y

31st Dec 2018

#Planning application costs can vary substantially depending on the nature of the consent sought #homes #london. This article explains the costs of each type of application and also outlines project-specific consultant fees: https://t.co/hZw6AoD3Np

28th Dec 2018

Rewilding London. The 211 hectares of Walthamstow Reservoirs has recently been upgraded to encourage wildlife and provide access for visitors. What are the benefits of urban rewilding? #landscape #parks #nature #plants Read on:
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15th Jan 2019

Conservation areas: achieving planning consent Readmore

Conservation areas are places that are deemed to be of special architectural or historic interest, and they require management to protect their specific character. Every local authority in England has at least one conservation area….

8th Jan 2019

New cohousing scheme in Aylesbury Readmore

Architecture for London has been appointed to design a cohousing scheme in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. The development will create ten sustainable new homes with a carbon-negative cross laminated timber structure, built to passivhaus standards. Our architectural approach is inspired by George Devey, an architect working in Aylesbury in the Victorian period. Devey favoured a romantic style, […]

6th Jan 2019

Kitchen extensions – a complete guide Readmore

Kitchen extensions are a valuable way to improve your home, both for you and your family’s enjoyment and for potential resale in future. Current lifestyles generally call for more open plan living, connections to outdoor spaces and a greater feeling of space and light…

23rd Dec 2018

Small architecture firms Readmore

Large or small? If you are looking for an architect, you may be wondering which direction to take. There are many different sizes of firms, each catering to different types or sizes of project. So how do you know which option is for you…

20th Dec 2018

The cost of a planning application Readmore

Planning application costs can vary substantially depending on the nature of the consent sought. This article explains the costs of each type of application and also outlines project-specific consultant fees…

26th Nov 2018

How much does a side return extension cost in London? Readmore

Many of London’s 19th and early 20th century properties have an original brick ‘extension’ to the rear. These are particularly common on terraced and semi-detached properties. A side return extension infills the space to the side of the original ‘extension’ and is one of the most popular ways of improving and extending your home…

14th Nov 2018

Paragraph 79: The Modern Country House Readmore

Since its inclusion in the National Planning Policy Framework, Paragraph 79 (previously paragraph 55 / PPS7 / PPG7) actively dissuades local authorities from approving any development on unbuilt land in a rural setting. Importantly though, there are a number of exceptions within the policy detail. The most interesting exception for clients dreaming of a self-build country house is…

4th Nov 2018

The RIBA Plan of Work Readmore

The RIBA Plan of Work is a document that outlines all stages in a building project, from conception to realisation in built form. The plan is written for, and used by architects. As a consequence, it may not be easily digestible for all clients. This introductory guide to the stages of work will help you navigate the document. It aims to explain the involvement…

18th Sep 2018

Find an architect Readmore

Finding a list of potential architects is often the first step in the journey of a building project. This journey can be a long one, with a relationship that will last for a year or more, and will involve significant cost. Taking time to find the right practice is, therefore, a worthwhile investment. Various approaches are available to help you find an architect, these include…

14th Sep 2018

House extension ideas in London Readmore

This article explores house extension ideas for London properties. The chosen approach will very much depend on your aspirations, your style and the design of the existing house. Many of the options are explored below, with illustrated examples from Architecture for London’s house extension projects. As a first step, it is a good idea to create your own mood board of house extension ideas using sites like Pinterest….

10th Jul 2018

Planning Use Classes Readmore

The Use Classes Order places uses of land and buildings into various categories called ‘Use Classes’. The following list indicates types of use which may fall within each use class. Some changes of use of a building or land do require planning approval, but often a change of use of a building or land does not need planning permission where the proposed use is similar to the existing…

14th May 2018

How much does it cost to build a house? Readmore

This article explores the cost of building a house in London and the south east. The various relevant design and construction factors are discussed, along with the associated expenses that a potential self builder will need to plan for. Despite high build costs in London due to constrained sites and higher labour costs, there are a number of opportunities for savings. The available tax incentives are also explored, these are significant and may therefore be a key consideration when determining a total budget…

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19th Jan 2019

Our shop for menswear brand Natural Selection is complete. Inspired by the excavation of an architectural ruin, the fit-out features perimeter display stands recalling geological strata. Detail of cylindrical ‘core samples’

18th Jan 2019

Primrose Hill render test: living room
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20th Dec 2018

Sketch for a cafe in Southwark

17th Dec 2018

Our recently complete home, ‘Brook Green House’ features concrete counter tops and douglas fir joinery. #homes #house #kitchens #renovations #architects #london #design

12th Dec 2018

A proposal for a mews house with landscaped courtyard in Belgravia, SW1

7th Dec 2018

We’re looking for architects or experienced Part 1/2 students to join our growing studio in Clerkenwell, London. Please submit your CV and portfolio (PDFs only, not more than 7MB) mail@architectureforlondon.com #architects #design #hiring #jobs #recruitment @dezeen @dezeenjobs #london

7th Dec 2018

“The Waltham Forest” a proposal for a community event space in Albert Square. An imagined experience of viewing the London skyline through clearings in ancient forests at Walthamstow.

24th Nov 2018

Garden detail at Calabria Road, Islington. A dark painted fence with a vertical grain and limestone clad planters.

23rd Nov 2018

Test visuals for an extension to a Victorian house in Islington. Tactile surfaces with a warming glow from the stove!

12th Nov 2018

Wood Street housing materials board: red brick and pre cast concrete

6th Nov 2018

New exterior photos of our refurbishment and extension at Woodford Square, Holland Park

1st Nov 2018

Our Brook Green House in west London is complete. This two storey extension creates a double height space in the kitchen, finished in Douglas fir and concrete.