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
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
Housing Crisis: UK Housebuilding Issues
The UK’s dramatic population growth projection – 11 million more people by 2035, equivalent to 22 more Manchesters, already Europe’s most overcrowded country, will have damaging consequences for everyone.
Why ribbon windows could be right design for you
Ribbon windows – with long horizontal and short vertical frames – are a great way to emphasise the shape of any room, enhance your view to the outside, and let natural light flood in.
More Storage for Your Home, Useful Spaces
Storage is necessary to keep our homes uncluttered, but how storage solutions fit within the internal geography of a space is as vital as thinking about what’s being stored and how effectively that can be done.
Glass box extensions, contemporary expansion
While an extension to your home expands the space available to you, a glass-box extension takes it in a new, stylish direction. Why have a solid box when a gorgeous glass structure is so much more exciting?
How glass can be used for different architectural effects
The many brilliant ways glass can transform your space don’t stop at windows and doors. It’s time to see glazing through to its full potential.
7 amazing underground homes, buildings
There’s an air of mystery about what lies below our feet. The idea of living below the ground might be a fascinating idea for some but a nightmare for others.
World’s Most Spectacular Train Stations
Departures from the Norm – The World’s Most Spectacular Train Stations
Rail travel typically only starts to become an experience during the journey itself. Sometimes, though, the adventure begins before even leaving the platform.
Single-Storey Homes: Bungalows
In the past, think of a single-storey home and you might picture the humble bungalow. Today, though, things have changed. Imaginative design and envelope-pushing architecture is creating elegant, attractive and downright original homes.
Right Stairs for a Loft Conversion: Interior Design
Often overlooked possibilities for the position and design of stairs can lift an otherwise ordinary loft conversion. With the benefit of a good architect’s vision there are various clever options.
Gary M. Sumers Recreation Center St. Louis
Design: Bohlin Cywinski Jackson, architects – The new building, once the venue for the 1904 Olympic games, opens its doors.
Extension materials, Building facade brick alternatives
Brick tends to be the default choice when building an extension, but there are many alternatives including glass, wood and copper. These materials have unusual qualities, create different visual effects, and suit a range of budgets.
Juliet balcony design, building facade feature
Easy to install, and wonderful for letting more light into a room, a Juliet balcony consists of a safety railing or balustrade across an opening on a higher floor, most commonly in an external wall.
Louis Kahn Residential Architecture Design, USA
Discover images from the book that highlights the Louis Kahn’s lesser-known residential projects. This US architect was awarded the AIA Gold Medal and the Royal Gold Medal.
Spectacular Church Architecture Designs
Angular, asymmetrical, colorful and just plain extraordinary, there are modern churches that will have one looking in vain for a traditional steeple. All around the world, architects are designing ever more eye-catching houses of worship – chapels and synagogues whose shapes and colors aim to impress visitors
Green Roofs Design and Installation: Planting
Green roofs design and installation: architecture greenery – expert answers to the most common questions on smart planting on buildings – Green roof installation, building planting, eco architecture tips.
Architects working with builders design tips
Architects working with builders: interior design tips: residential architecture queries – home improvement suggestions – home renewal rules, interior design questions, building renewal: architecture & property tips