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Notable New Building Designs for Public Spaces & Parks** Recent building designs for public spaces and parks are pushing the boundaries of creativity and functionality. Here are some of the most notable: 1. Multi-Use Pavilions : Structures that serve various purposes such as community gatherings, events, and relaxation areas, enhancing the versatility of public spaces. 2. Eco-Friendly Designs : Incorporating sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems to minimize environmental impact, such as solar-powered amenities and rainwater harvesting systems. 3. Interactive Installations : Featuring art and play installations that engage visitors of all ages, fostering interaction and community engagement. 4. Smart Infrastructure : Implementing technology like Wi-Fi, smart lighting, and security systems to enhance safety and connectivity in public spaces. 5. Inclusive Design : Ensuring accessibility for all by incorporating features like ramps, tactile paths, and sensory gardens that cater to people with different abilities. 6. Green Architecture : Creating buildings that blend seamlessly with the natural environment, using green roofs, living walls, and native landscaping to promote biodiversity. 7. Cultural Integration : Designing spaces that reflect the cultural and historical context of the area, using local materials and traditional design elements. These innovative designs are transforming public spaces and parks into vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive areas that serve the community’s diverse needs.

Interesting article from UNI about the renovation process of the previous Loyens & Loeff office to the new EDGE Stadium and how sustainable design was already incorporated in this building since 2001!

🚨 Breaking News: There Are People That Don’t Know Fishbeck Does Architecture... Seriously? 🚨 Okay, let’s clear something up. 🤯 I keep hearing whispers that folks aren’t aware Fishbeck has architecture services. Now, either I’ve slipped into an alternate reality, or this is the best-kept secret since Area 51! 🛸 Let’s spill the beans: 🏛️ Mastering Spaces: From cutting-edge office spaces to eco-friendly research hubs, we don’t just sketch buildings—we craft icons. 🌍 Nature’s Best Friend: Our designs? They don’t just sit on the land; they blend with it. Think of it as architecture that looks like it always belonged there, only better. 🌱 💡 Trendsetters, Not Followers: We don’t just stay ahead of the curve—we redefine it. Our integrated approach means we’re orchestrating the whole show, from the first blueprint to the final nail. So, the next time someone says, “Wait, Fishbeck does architecture?” give them a knowing smile. Because once you’ve seen our work, it’s impossible to unsee the magic. ✨

Fred Pilbrow’s article on the proposed Marks & Spencer building on Oxford Street brings to light several crucial considerations regarding low-carbon design and commercial viability. Pilbrow responds to Oliver Wainwright’s article in the Guardian (‘Public vandalism’: M&S wants to flatten its art deco flagship store – here are six alternative options). He argues that retrofitting the existing building would not only be environmentally detrimental but also impractical from a commercial standpoint. The current structures, described as of poor quality and poorly aligned, present significant operational challenges for any retailer. Westminster Council, the London Mayor, and an independent planning inspector have supported Pilbrow’s proposal. The inspector criticised Save Britain’s Heritage’s retrofit scheme as unfeasible. Arup, the consulting engineer, found that the proposed retrofit could be more carbon-intensive than building anew, highlighting the superior operational efficiency of the new design, which would rank among the top 1% in the UK in terms of performance. Far from being an act of public vandalism, Pilbrow sees the project as a forward-thinking investment in placemaking that will enhance the high street and serve as a beacon of UK expertise in low-carbon design. What do we think? #LowCarbonDesign #LondonArchitecture #OxfordStreet #Retrofit https://lnkd.in/ececNChK

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱, 𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿. _John Ruskin Architecture bears responsibility. We must think in generations, for what we design and construct today can shape an urban space for 100 or 200 years to come. The key is not to fix a building's function for years, but to build it so beautifully that it can always find a new purpose. Buildings that are not only functional but also beautiful are sustainable in the long term and, as numerous successful examples demonstrate, can be repurposed time and again: A church, for instance, that is a magnificent building and loses its function as a "house of God" can find new life as a library, restaurant, office building, residential space, or even a club. If we follow this thought to its logical conclusion, it leads us directly to the essential topic of sustainability. Beauty has a lot to do with sustainability. Its contribution to issues like zero waste and life cycle costing is, in my opinion, greatly underestimated. Together with my team at Philipp Architekten, I am committed to a renaissance of beauty in architecture. It's about bringing the imbalanced relationship between function and beauty back into equilibrium. 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 | 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗸𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗗𝗔

"A simple walk in the park will relax even the most tightly wound individual. But what about the places where people spend far more of their time, such as schools, office buildings, and hospitals? What role can #design play in incorporating #nature into those environments? And at what additional cost? "Bill Browning has published a book—The Economics of #Biophilia: Why Designing With Nature in Mind Makes Financial Sense, 2nd Edition (written with Catie Ryan and Dakota Walker)—arguing that the cost of bringing nature into building projects isn’t prohibitive but additive. An environmental strategistwith a long history in #GreenBuilding, Browning is one of the founding partners (with architects Bob Fox and Rick Cook) of the #sustainable design consultancy Terrapin Bright Green. Recently I talked with Browning about #BiophilicDesign—and, because he was a founding member of the U.S. Green Building Council’s board of directors, about the strengths and shortcomings of the #LEED rating system." Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gmDewHmg #Plants #Greenery #PlantLove #GreeneryLove #PlantsAtWork #GreeneryWorks #GreenUp #GreenThumb #GoGreen #ThinkGreen #GreenDesign #InteriorDesign #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #GreeneryOfficeInteriors #GreeneryCalgary #Calgary #YYCBuzz

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Stephen George + Partners (SGP) is delighted to see the The Arch Company's commencement of work on transforming four dilapidated railway arches on America Street, Southwark. SGP's design combines technical expertise with historic building experience to create contemporary spaces, which nod to the industrial heritage of the arches. Located in an area undergoing significant renewal and encompassing the Low Line urban regeneration initiative, the America Street scheme will transform previously unloved arches into contemporary spaces for new leisure, food and drink and retail businesses. Santosh Patel from Pick Everard highlights the project's significance in fostering a vibrant cultural hub. Principal Architectural Technologist, Josh White, emphasises the aim for pedestrianisation and integration with the local milieu. Alan Soper, Studio Director at SGP, underscores the project's transformative potential and commitment to local revitalisation efforts. Craig McWilliam, Chief Executive at The Arch Company, said: “We’re investing £2.5m into these spaces to provide much-needed additional commercial space suitable for leisure use. Repurposing these arches is part of our ongoing programme to create fit-for-purpose spaces in which businesses can thrive. The America Street project is just one of over ten such projects for which SGP has been commissioned to develop designs. Two schemes have recently achieved planning consent in Manchester, whilst elsewhere in London Crucifix Lane and Witan Street are progressing on site. The latter is already on site and due to complete soon and comprises the refurbishment of six arches into high-specification commercial premises for light industrial use located just 16 minutes away from the City of London. To read more visit 👇 https://lnkd.in/eadrf2zd #RailwayArches #RailwayHertitage #Fitout #RailwayArchesRestored #HistoricPreservation #ArchitecturalTransformation #LondonLeisureHub #LowLineRegeneration #SustainableDevelopment #LocalBusinessSupport #AdaptiveReuse #CreativeSpaces #LondonArchitecture #SGPLeisureAndHospitality

Important Considerations When Designing Commercial Buildings As you design these spaces, remember you're not just building; you're creating the foundation for stories, businesses, and communities to thrive. Read More:- https://cutt.ly/5wVXua13 #Architecture #BuildingFunctionality #EfficientSystems #AestheticAppeal #Accessibility #TimeManagement #LegacyBuilding #MasterpieceCreation #Flexibility #SafetyFirst #EcoFriendlyDesign

The oldest buildings are the most sustainable buildings, and a very satisfying part of our work is being able to give an old building a new purpose and lease of life. Especially when it’s a distinctive brutalist building like this one in Sheffield city centre. Sheffield is known for its brutalist landmark buildings, such as Park Hill, the Moorfoot building, and the Moore Street electricity substation. Division House, the former Westfield offices on Division Street, is not as well-known, but it is a little brutalist gem. Working on behalf of our client MCR, we converted this building from offices into 39 residential apartments whilst retaining the ground-floor retail units on this popular city centre street. The things I particularly like about this scheme are: 🏘️ More new homes in the city centre 💰Local businesses occupy ground-floor spaces, supporting local commerce and activating the street. 🏢 Sheffield is known for its brutalist architecture, so the retention of this building contributes to local identity and distinctiveness. ✅ Breathe new life into a building whose former use had become obsolete, securing its future for many decades to come. 🏬 A good example of mixed use ‘gentle density, buildings ranging between 3-7 storeys. ♻️ Reusing the existing structure was a more sustainable alternative to demolition and the construction of a new building on the site. Division House is a project that can help bring new life into urban centres, and it is a classic example of our work.