Briefing – Page 38
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AnalysisArchitects are making a splash in the hotel sector
Design has a crucial role to play as London’s buoyant hotel sector sees a shift to smaller yet luxurious rooms
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Building StudyHaworth Tompkins has it down to a fine art
The architect’s Dyson Building is the latest product of its ongoing involvement in the RCA’s ambitious expansion
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AnalysisStanton Williams: ‘We’ve never wanted to be typecast’
Stanton Williams brings its unique approach to a wide range of sectors
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AnalysisTottenham recovery takes to the streets
One year on, the birthplace of the riots is the site for grassroots change
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AnalysisWhat architects need to know about Building Regs changes
Regulatory changes will be phased in with the introduction of the Green Deal in October
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AnalysisPlanning laws give architects more flexibility
The NPPF heralds a radical change to the planning system and has placed new emphasis on local and neighbourhood plans. Here are the aspects that will affect architects most
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AnalysisHow rising star HKR fell to earth
Once Ireland’s largest practice, HKR has seen its offices close and is in dispute with former directors
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AnalysisLiverpool set for heritage showdown
Unesco’s objections to Liverpool Waters could see the city lose its world heritage status, says Mark Wilding
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AnalysisAre architects ready for a retrofit revolution?
Getting energy-efficient retrofits through planning is tough at the best of times, but the Green Deal is set to bring the issue into sharp focus
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AnalysisAlan Shingler: ‘Sustainable can still be beautiful’
Sheppard Robson’s head of sustainability believes that architects should take a more holistic approach
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AnalysisCan the RIBA build a better framework?
The procurement process is accused of inflexibility and exclusivity. But what do the alternatives offer?
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AnalysisOlympic legacy: Playing the long game
Community integration rather than showy design will be the legacy of London 2012
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FeaturesLord Rogers interview: ‘Being old is alright, you know’
Lord Rogers is fast approaching 80 but that doesn’t stop him having ambitions to expand into the Middle East, attacking Boris Johnson’s record as London mayor or taking pleasure in a few glasses of red wine, as Emily Wright found out
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AnalysisA double dip sounds bad, but good news could be around the corner for architects
Outlook for architects remains optimistic
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AnalysisKeeping schools simple
Pared-down budgets don’t necessarily mean an end to creativity in design for education
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AnalysisWill planning reform keep the countryside safe from harm?
The government’s revised planning reforms seem to have placated many critics, but there still remain serious concerns
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AnalysisCameron puts faith in architects
The prime minister says investment in infrastructure will be key to economic recovery, with the profession playing a crucial role, reports David Rogers
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AnalysisA Passivhaus for everyone
The barriers to using Passivhaus for affordable housing are slowly being overcome
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AnalysisGeoengineering: Space age solutions
Governments admit they have failed to reduce our co2 emissions - now geoengineering could be our only option to counteract climate change.