March 2017

As London basement architects Shape Architecture has now worked on over thirty basement extension projects in London. These projects have been undertaken in a number of boroughs ranging from Fulham to Kensington, Richmond, Camden, Windsor and many more.  It is this breadth of experience that contributed to Shape Architecture's expertise in designing London basements. In[...]

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There are a number of simple key decisions to make when designing a side extension or rear extension to your property to ensure a successful project.  Below we discuss a series of these key points and illustrate then with a number of our projects. The Use Of Light A side or rear extension offers an[...]

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As Sustainable Architects Shape Architecture has designed many timber framed buildings.  These vary in scale from the recycled Eco Sheds to the new Early Years Building for Anthony Roper School In each instance the use of timber both as elements of the structural frame and also the facade cladding has formed an integral  part of[...]

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Shape Architecture is about to start on site with our Kensington  extension project at Edge Street. This project incorporates a side infill extension alongside the opening up of the interior to form a large bright contemporary space with excellent connection with the small garden beyond.  An enlarged existing second floor creates a master suite giving[...]

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Shape Architecture continues to work on our large London basement and whole house refurb project in Kensington. Our recent article detailing the sustainable upgrade of a large country house near St Albans illustrated a number of ways that an existing property can be upgraded so as to use less energy and live more sustainably. Here[...]

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