Architectural icon lost

Posted on June 19, 2018 by Extension Architecture in Blog

Iconic architectural treasure devastated. click image ► for video tour The world of architecture and the nation may have lost an iconic treasure this week. The Glasgow School of Art's Mackintosh building – completed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1909 – has been ravaged by a towering inferno and fears are rising that it cannot be saved. It is the second fire in 4 years, and was a lot worse than the first. [get_quote_mobile] ► from the ground up This was a bastion of the Art Nouveau architecture ...

Your Guide to London Skyline

Posted on June 15, 2018 by Extension Architecture in Blog

a brief guide ► by Extension Architecture London Skyscrapers: new and old favourites, including London skyline at night, showing the Canary Wharf Tower ► public affection [caption id="attachment_34033" align="alignright" width="300"] Battersea Power Station (113m) – 1933 – has become a public icon for Britain. [/caption] The national public tend to have iconic preferences in British Architecture. Think: Bat-tersea Power Station, which featured on the vinyl record sleeve for the album: Animals, by r ...

Finished Architectural Build

Posted on May 31, 2018 by Extension Architecture in New Build Ideas

When instructing architect services, it is useful to view photographs of the finished build. Photo Credit. the real deal ► in the flesh Architectural renders are good, but browsers, enquirers and clients do like to see a the finished article when looking at our portfolio. This project was for a leisure pavilion and a new kitchen within the host dwelling. It became one of our signature projects because we always aim to exceed the brief by making a unique, contemporary design in natural hues and materials. The client f ...

Privacy Policy Changes

Posted on May 29, 2018 by Extension Architecture in Blog

Our Privacy Policy► Please Note:We have now updated our privacy policy. Please follow this link to read it. Further Information► Get in TouchIf you are thinking of an extension or loft, our planning team will do a free telephone consultation and mini-feasibility study and quotation for you. If you prefer, we can arrange a free presentation of similar projects for you at our offices. Do call us on 0203 409 4215 or leave your details below.[get_quote_mobile]Contact Us ...

Smart Home Developments

Posted on May 26, 2018 by Extension Architecture in Blog

Smart home developments are big news for new builds, home extensions or offices.news commentary► home automation systemsSmart home technology is offering functionality that is increasingly multi – can be controlled via Android or Apple – as remotely as anywhere on the planet with a Wi-Fi or 3 or 4G connection. Your investment can become cash flow positive because your heating and cooling systems will not be in conflict, with finely-tuned timing and remote control.[get_quote_mobile]You also have similar bespoke control ...

10 Tips…How to Define and Plan your new Home Extension

Posted on May 14, 2018 by Extension Architecture in House Extension Ideas

How to Define and Plan your new Home ExtensionFrom Our Series:10 Blogs on how to Love Your ArchitectA SERIES OF GUIDES TO HELP YOU FIND YOUR PERFECT ARCHITECTArticle # 3:How to Define and Plan your new Home Extension: 10 Tips House Extension Planning: when you have decided you would like to extend your home, here are some tips to make sure the design & planning and pre-build phases go as smoothly as possible. To find out how to define and plan your new home extension, read on.[get_quote_mobile] Tip 1: Estimate yo ...

10 Tips….How to prepare for your first meeting with your architect

Posted on April 05, 2018 by Extension Architecture in Blog

Our Series: 10 Blogs on how to Love Your Architect A SERIES OF GUIDES TO HELP YOU FIND YOUR PERFECT ARCHITECT How to Prepare for your first meeting with your architect: 10 Tips You have decided to hire an architect, and you are almost there with the process of choosing an architect. You are now ready to meet your Architect… so here are some tips on how to prepare for your first meeting with your architect [get_quote_mobile] Tip 1: Butterflies Don’t be nervous, architects are humans, just like you ...