THE GUEST CENTERED APPROACH
Is the era of the “lone ” designer over? We suspect it may be. Last week at @londonbuildexpo, our director Cristina @burutapen explored this exact idea while moderating “The Guest-Centred Approach” panel. She was joined by industry experts Marco Ginex ( David Collins Studio) Eleni Meladaki (ACME), Tim Bowder-Ridger (Conran and Partners) and James Dilley (Jestico + Whiles) to dismantle old myths and look at the future of hospitality. 4 Key Takeaways: Belonging vs. Escape:
CAN YOU BE MODERN IN A CONSERVATION AREA?
People often assume that if a project is located within a conservation area, contemporary design will not be permitted. This is not the case. If you live in a property with historical or architectural significance, it is important to ensure that any refurbishment respects its original character. Your design decisions should complement or enhance the building’s existing features rather than compete with them. However, this does not mean resorting to imitation; there are many
PLANNING IS BASED ON CASE LAW
Did you know that planning is based on case law? That means planning decisions aren’t just made from rules written by councils, they’re also shaped by real cases that have already gone through the courts. When someone has a planning dispute, a judge’s decision on that issue becomes a rule for similar future situations.Planners and councils often look at these past decisions, called precedents, to help them make fair choices. So the next time you hear about a unique plannin
