August 2023

ICF Construction in the UK Introduction   Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) has emerged as a popular option, revolutionising the way we build. In this blog, we delve into the personal experience of Robin from our office, who successfully used ICF in his self-build project . We'll uncover the benefits of ICF, Robin's choice of Nudura,[...]

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Southwick Architects Working as architects in Southwick Shape Architecture has gained planning permission for the extension and refurbishment of a large house located off Southwick Green in a Conservation Area     Southwick Extension   The brief called for a large side extension that both extends the kitchen and dining room and also  adds a[...]

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Duplex Flat overlooking Park in Hove Shape Architecture has obtained planning permission for a loft extension forming a duplex flat overlooking Wish Park in Hove.  Our clients own the first floor flat with an undeveloped pitched roof over. With Wish Park opposite our clients realised there was a great potential to transform their property both[...]

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Fulham extension and refurbishment Shape Architecture continues to transform properties throughout Fulham.   These range from terraced houses to apartments, and all are characterised by light filled contemporary spaces with a fully integrated connection between the interior and garden beyond.  Here at Knivet Road our brief was to open up the interior to create a contemporary[...]

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Listed Building Projects Listed Building Architects Shape Architecture has a strong reputation as listed building architects.  We have recently transformed a prominent grade 2 listed flat on the seafront in Hove.  Our client writes :"We’ve been working with Shape Architecture on a rebuild/restoration of a flat in a listed building, which required a lot of[...]

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Roof Terrace Projects Roof Terrace Projects Shape Architecture has a strong reputation for successful roof terrace projects in Brighton and throughout London.  Our first roof terrace was some 15 years ago for an upper floor flat overlooking Clapham Junction station  and we are about to start on site with a large roof terrace in a[...]

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Fulham Projects on the Drawing Board Kitchen and Garden: Glass and Transparency   Our work always seeks to unite kitchen and Garden as social spaces.  From small rooms with no direct access to the garden we will create a contemporary light filled interior with an immediate visual and physical access to the garden beyond. The[...]

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Fulham Projects on the Drawing Board Below we give a glimpse of the variety of projects currently on the drawing board in Fulham.  Working as architects in Fulham our portfolio of residential projects is diverse both in size and in type.  As a practice Shape Architecture has been established in the borough for 17 years[...]

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Walk in Wardrobe Design Shape Architecture designs bespoke furniture for many of its projects and has done so over the last 17 years.  This often includes the design of walk-in wardrobes.  As architects we undertake interior design services ranging from lighting design to bathroom design and the design of walk-in wardrobes is a frequent part[...]

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Sustainable Refurbishment A key advantage in employing Shape Architecture on a project is that we bring over 27 years of experience in working on sustainable projects of all types and size.   We are not new to sustainable design, we haven't suddenly decided to pursue it. Rather it has been a core value of our work[...]

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Kitchen Design Shape Architecture designs contemporary and elegant kitchen dining rooms filled with natural light.  As social spaces they connect seamlessly with the garden beyond. They are a feature of most of our residential work and whilst they vary in size, they always transform a project.   A new kitchen design might not require an[...]

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Planning permission in Wandsworth Shape Architecture has just been granted planning permission for a large roof terrace in Wandsworth alongside rear dormer and feature roof glazing.  The project helps transform the property which at present has quite a small garden. Much emphasis is out on the use of glass promoting a sense of transparency and[...]

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Transform your home with Shape Architecture We are pleased to be recognized as architects expert in transforming homes.  We were one of only 30 UK practices selected by the Royal Institute of British Architects in their publication ‘House goals: Work with Architects; transform your home’.   The success of our work is founded on the[...]

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Design Proposals and the Planning Process We believe we excel during the design proposals phase which is key in ensuring client expectations are met and exceeded.  This is based on the combination of a proven creative ability underpinned by a strong technical background and over 17 years of experience in designing in the residential sector. [...]

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Site Survey Shape Architecture undertakes its own site surveys.  This enables us to gain an understanding of the building most quickly.  We have our own digital surveying equipment.  If we believe the survey will be quite complex then we rent a digital cloud survey station for the day, in which a number of members of[...]

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Self-Build Architects Building your own home can be an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling experience. Not only does it give you the opportunity to create your dream living space, but it also allows you to tailor every aspect of the project to your preferences and needs. In this guide, we will take you through the key[...]

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Garden Studio Architects Shape Architecture continues to design a variety of garden studios throughout London and Brighton.   A building type we have been designing for over fifteen years when we first designed Ecoshed 01 in Hammersmith.  We have recently been discussing our portfolio of garden studios with prospective clients and one that has drawn much[...]

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Appointment When a potential client contacts Shape Architecture it is either by phone or email.  It may be by recommendation or very often via the RIBA client advisory service, whereby a potential client has contacted the RIBA for a list of recommended architects, and they have recommended Shape Architecture.  A client may have also found[...]

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