Design
In Pictures: Inside the penultimate piece of Argent’s King’s Cross development
LUMA, a 61-unit residential scheme designed by Squire & Partners and Conran and Partners, is one of the final pieces of Argent’s King’s Cross Central Development.
Fruition unveils show homes at boutique RBKC project
The developer has created five apartments and a £6.5m townhouse from a site in the Oxford Gardens Conservation Area.
In Pictures: Kensington super-home hits the market at £24.5m
Townhouse and mews combo on Bedford Gardens is ‘one of the most unique houses to come to the market in Kensington’ and would suit a musician or celebrity, suggest agents.
London’s skyscraper pipeline increased in 2020, despite the pandemic
"Although the impact of Covid-19 is undeniable, development in London has shown impressive resilience," says New London Architecture after surveying skyscraper-building activity in the capital.
Façade contract awarded at Caudwell’s high-profile Mayfair scheme
The transformation of the former Audley Square car park is due to complete in late 2025.
Surrey named Britain’s leafiest location
Surrey has a higher percentage of tree coverage than any other part of the country, according to some surprising new analysis.
London architects PLP unveil debut resi tower in Singapore
London-based architecture practice PLP has designed a "biophilic enclave" for one of Singapore's most coveted neighbourhoods, and is "exploring the establishment of a long-term presence" in the republic.
London architects regain confidence after 14 months – RIBA
The percentage of British architecture practices expecting their workloads to decrease in the coming months has fallen to 11% - down from 84% a year ago.
Newcomer Capital Place Properties unveils debut project
Harry Helsby & Alexis Stellakis launched their ‘all-in-one’ acquisition, development & design offering for prime buyers last year.
Epic seven-year restoration project promises ‘new chapter’ for Dolphin Square
New owner abandons plans to demolish parts of the UK’s biggest single private rented complex, opting instead for a multi-million pound refurb.
The Most Sustainable Development In Europe: Chelsea Barracks claims eco title
Qatari Diar’s super-prime Chelsea Barracks scheme is one of only 16 developments in the world to achieve LEED Platinum certification for green building.
Foyers hold the key to boosting apartment values, says PCL agency
Aston Chase estimates a refurbished entrance can boost values in older apartment buildings by up to 15%.