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19th Aug 2025

What is a construction programme? Readmore

Introduction This guide explains what a construction programme is, how it fits within the RIBA Plan of Work, and how it is used to manage construction projects from start on site through to completion. What is a construction programme? A construction programme (also known as a construction schedule or build programme) is a detailed timetable…

14th Mar 2025

MEES and EPC’s for homes and commercial buildings Readmore

Minimum energy efficiency standards (MEES) The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) are regulations set and enforced by the UK Government to reduce energy consumption. The regulations aim to improve the energy efficiency of private homes and commercial properties, and they also seek to address fuel poverty. Fuel poverty is when a household needs to spend…

4th Nov 2024

The RIBA Plan of Work 2020 and RIBA stages 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…

25th Jun 2024

Sustainable office renovation Readmore

The Clerkenwell Office renovation project involved the transformation of a historic Victorian warehouse into a modern, eco-friendly office space, all while preserving its architectural integrity and heritage. This sustainable office renovation project is a case study illustrating the challenges and the solutions in retrofitting a character office building in London. This topic was covered for…

20th Jun 2024

Finding a small builder in London Readmore

How to find a small builder in London for your home extension or refurbishment Looking for a reliable and high-quality small builder in London for your home extension or refurbishment can be daunting. Good builders and contractors are often booked up well in advance and may not advertise their services extensively online. This article aims…

5th Oct 2023

What is a Construction Phase Plan? Readmore

A construction phase plan (CPP) is part of the process of mitigating risk and issues that may arise in construction projects. The CPP helps the contractor prepare for the correct health and safety procedures to be followed on site. Architecture for London is an RIBA Chartered Practice. View our projects page to see our recent work,…

14th May 2021

How much does it cost to build a house in London? 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…

26th Apr 2021

Highgate House Extension Readmore

A house extension to improve a late Victorian property in Highgate Highgate House: this extension creates a large family room, with open-plan kitchen and dining areas. Colour-matched mortar throughout unifies red brick surfaces, suggesting continuous volumes by blurring the distinction between individual bricks. A limewash treatment to interior surfaces gives further consistency. View Architecture for…

23rd Aug 2020

Offsite manufacturing & modular construction Readmore

OSM and modular construction are approaches to building where components are manufactured off-site, then delivered and assembled on site. Components typically include wall, roof or floor panels or even complete rooms. Whilst these construction methods have historically been used widely on larger scale projects, OSM processes and technologies have now developed and are becoming cost-effective, therefore being suitable for use on smaller developments and even single home residential schemes…

25th Nov 2019

Net zero architects Readmore

If you are seeking net zero architects for your project, we’d be delighted to help. Architecture for London is an RIBA Chartered Practice with specialist experience in low-energy and net zero design. We have Passivhaus-qualified architects and Passivhaus-certified tradespeople in our design and construction teams. We have completed a number of sustainable and fossil fuel-free…