How to make the most of a bungalow’s architecture
Prepare to be surprised! A bungalow can be a super-smart choice for a contemporary home, as this stylish evidence proves.
Articles designs, buildings
Articles on buildings and architects
New architecture articles with useful information about buildings. Find built environment around the world. Discover a wide range of building posts – resource for architects, architecture students, engineers and property professionals
Advice for working successfully with an architect
A skilled architect will elevate the work you do to your home from the ordinary to the wonderful. Here’s how to find the perfect architect for your needs who can help you unleash the full potential of your home design project.
Virtual reality VR Solutions: beyond visualisation
Real-time VR solutions are becoming increasingly popular for the presentation of complex designs and spatial data. What sets them apart from traditional forms of presentation is that they give the user virtually complete freedom to move around the design.
Ways to transform 1960s home exterior
Underrated 1960s and ’70s homes can often be had for a good price – then converted into something that’s seriously cool.
Design Commission News, People and Places
Design Commission’s latest inquiry report launched by celebrated architect Lord Richard Rogers. It adds pressure to the devolution discussion and the role of local authorities.
Article 25 Myanmar Cycle Expedition Team
Leading architectural aid charity Article 25 has announced a fundraising cycle expedition to Myanmar (Burma) in Autumn 2017.
Expose the bones of your house for an elegant touch
There can be beauty in the raw materials that make up your home. Show them off with care and the effect is surprisingly warm and welcoming.
Expert advice for building your own home: property
Thinking of building your dream property? Follow this step-by-step, expert advice on how to plan a new-build project.
Different ways to configure your staircase
Moving or altering your staircase might sound like a huge undertaking, but most staircases are simply pieces of joinery and they can often be adapted or replaced more easily than you might think.
8 ways to create a difference with internal doors
When it comes to internal doors, it can be easy to simply buy a set off-the-shelf options from the local DIY store. Once they’re painted and fitted, we often don’t give them another thought.
Villa Harnischmacher II, Iconic Bauhaus Design
A jewel of the post-war era: Villa Harnischmacher II is a brilliant example of the architecture and tubular steel artistry of Marcel Breuer.
How to make sense of planning permission
Avoid some popular misconceptions about planning that can really get in the way of gaining approval for your scheme.
8 ways to beautifully incorporate curved walls
Leave the straight and narrow behind and bring some smooth character to your home and garden with curves, curls and bends
How to Get the Most from the Extra Space
Incorporate that tricky sliver of land and learn how to exploit your new space to make it work for you.
Architectural characteristics of Victorian homes
What makes a Victorian house Victorian? Take a tour of the architectural features and decorative details characteristic of the era.
Ways to Make the Most of Mezzanines: Home Space
Whether large or small, these half-height, hovering rooms are artfully designed to make the most of vertical space.
The History of Crittall Windows, 20th C Glazing
Crittall windows may be hot right now, but their story goes back 130 years, taking in the Tower of London and National Gallery along the way