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5th Feb 2026

Creating an energy-efficient and comfortable home is becoming increasingly important in addressing climate change and reducing our carbon footprint. Some of the key sustainability standards, including EnerPHit and Home Quality Mark (HQM), are explored in this article…

4th Dec 2025

Sustainable Retrofit: An Architects Guide Readmore

A sustainable retrofit project is one that focuses on improving the thermal performance of an existing building. Retrofitting an existing home is an effective way for homeowners to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and create a more comfortable home. The building fabric is the collection of components that form a building’s structure, including the walls, floor, roof, windows, and doors. Retrofitting aims to improve…

23rd Sep 2025

Passivhaus homes and BREEAM Readmore

BREEAM vs Passivhaus homes – What is the difference? This article compares energy standards from BREEAM and Passivhaus homes. As energy prices increase, it is useful to know the most cost-effective system for reducing energy consumption within your home. Modern homes and home refurbishments can be designed to use significantly less energy. These standards aim…

2nd Sep 2025

Sustainable listed building refurbishment Readmore

Introduction Sustainable listed building refurbishment is a key challenge in our built environment. Historic homes and heritage buildings must be upgraded to meet modern standards of comfort and energy efficiency, while their historic character and significance are carefully preserved. This article highlights the key challenges and opportunities in sustainable listed building refurbishments. It examines the…

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…

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 May 2024

VAT on Green Home Improvements Readmore

Architecture for London stands with MPs calling for the government to reduce VAT on green home improvements. In June, the UK government made a legally binding agreement to reduce the UK’s carbon emissions by 78% by 2035, compared to the levels in 1990. This would put us on track to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050.

10th May 2024

Retail architects in London Readmore

How can retail architects in London design for a more sustainable future? As retail architects in London, we aim to move on from the past’s wasteful install and strip-out approaches. Retail units change hands quite often – some stores outgrow their homes, while others may not succeed. With each new store comes a new layout,…

15th Apr 2024

Sustainable Architects in London Readmore

What innovative approaches are sustainable architects in London adopting? Buildings contribute to nearly 40% of annual energy-related carbon emissions globally, surpassing 14 billion tonnes of CO2 annually. A large proportion of these emissions is due to our residential housing stock. Discover Architecture for London’s low energy retrofitted homes. If you would like to discuss your…

19th Feb 2024

Retrofitting homes in the UK Readmore

Historically, the UK’s approach to home energy efficiency has been less than optimal. Understanding why is key to the home retrofitting process. The challenges the UK faces with home retrofitting and energy efficiency aren’t a recent phenomenon. They are rooted in past practices and a lack of foresight. Historically, with fuel being relatively cheap, the…