A masterplan for London’s newest park, the Camden Highline, sets to repurpose an existing railway viaduct and form an elevated green route using reclaimed materials. Led by the practice behind the New York Highline, James Corner Field Operations, together with…
“E-waste is a huge problem and we believe repairable, low-energy design that avoids single-use materials is paramount for designs to become more circular.” Josh Ward, co-founder of Tala. Eco-conscious lighting brand Tala promotes progressive design that celebrates low-energy technology and…
The Alice Hawthorn, a heritage-listed pub at the heart of village life in Nun Monkton in Yorkshire, is recognised for its sustainable redevelopment as it earns a triple win at the RIBA Regional Awards. Transformed by De Matos Ryan, The…
A series of bold architectural apertures were the driving concept behind Studio McW’s extension of the Aperture House, allowing for new spatial connections to be formed. The two-storey house, situated in London’s Willesden Green, now features an additional pitched-roof volume…
Sustainable fashion start-up Zèta has joined forces with Nespresso to release a footwear collection, made using recycled coffee grounds. There’s attention to detail and authenticity sewn in to the shoes made by Portuguese craftsmen. The limited-edition capsule collection, aptly named RE:GROUND,…
Bringing a beautiful burst of colour to Belgravia’s esteemed neighbourhood, this year’s Chelsea Barracks Spring Fair will celebrate sustainability with floral and plant installations, an artisans’ market and much more. Taking place over three days (25th-27th May), the 2022 Spring…
Little Brownings, a reconfigured 1960s terraced house in Forest Hill, has been named Home of the Year 2022 in the Don’t Move, Improve! Awards. Selected from a 15-strong shortlist, London-based architectural studio Archmongers’ project Little Brownings impressed the judges with its “exceptional attention…
Bagnall Energy, the renewable energy and infrastructure arm of Downing Estate Planning Service, has agreed to acquire a 30MW onshore wind farm in Finland at the commencement of operations. Downing has partnered with German wind power developer Energiequelle who are…
As part of the Battersea Power Station regeneration project, globally renowned architect Frank Gehry has completed his first residential buildings in the UK. The opening of Prospect Place comes ahead of the full completion and opening of the revamped power…
Collectible, the international fair for 21st century collectible design, is returning this year for its fifth edition in Brussels, from 20th-22nd May. Seeking to continuously push the boundaries of creativity, the fair features a refined selection of established and emerging galleries,…
Beautifully crafted architectural details by Corston add finesse to a barn-style oak frame house with touches of antique brass. The owners of the Lake House, situated on the edge of a private lake near the Cotwsold Water Park, sought after…
Nigerien architect Mariam Issoufou Kamara has been selected to lead the design of the new Bët-bi museum, set to open in Senegal in early 2025. With aspirations to “push the boundaries of what defines a museum in the 21st century”,…
London Festival of Architecture (LFA) has revealed its 2022 programme of events for its month-long celebration of the city’s architecture and urban spaces. Returning to London from 1st-30th June, London Festival of Architecture 2022 will open up new discussions, test…
In a poignant new two-part documentary, climate activist Jack Harries delves into the concern of climate anxiety in 60% of young people globally. ‘Seat At The Table: Let’s Talk About Climate Anxiety’ is a continuation of the YouTube Originals series…
Interior design studio Roar has brought a futuristic vision to the first outpost of Drop Coffee in Abu Dhabi by creating moments of awe with captivating textures. Exemplifying a rethinking of the café experience, Drop Coffee offers an immersive experience…
