About Isabel Allen

Isabel Allen is the Editor of Architecture Today and the Editorial Director of BEAM (Built Environment and Architecture Media), founded in 2021 to provide the construction industry with a multi-media platform for interdisciplinary learning and collaboration. Highly experienced in her field, Isabel was previously editor of the AJ and has spearheaded the launch of numerous initiatives including the Architecture Today Awards for buildings that stand the test of time and the Regenerative Architecture Index launched in partnership with Architects Declare. Alongside a career as an editor, curator and critic she also co-founded HAB Housing, which delivered low-cost housing using natural materials and innovative models of procurement, land ownership and finance. She is an Honorary Fellow of the RIBA.

One month to go until FOOTPRINT+ 2025

2025-04-15T09:32:45+01:00

Watch: Footprint founders Tim Pyne and Emily Day talk to AT Editor Isabel Allen about striking a balance between producing an influential conference and throwing the best party in town.

One month to go until FOOTPRINT+ 20252025-04-15T09:32:45+01:00

Project Orange

2025-04-02T12:08:15+01:00

From regenerative design to material rationing, Christopher Ash and James Soane from Project Orange explore the urgent need for a paradigm shift in how we build, renovate, and engage with communities.

Project Orange2025-04-02T12:08:15+01:00

Rachel Hoolahan

2025-03-17T17:56:19+00:00

For Rachel Hoolahan of Orms the transition to regenerative design involves systems thinking coupled with a willingness to try different things, learn from mistakes, remain optimistic and celebrate the wins.

Rachel Hoolahan2025-03-17T17:56:19+00:00

Jerry Tate

2025-03-17T17:55:43+00:00

Jerry Tate is on a mission to deliver projects that allow people living and working in crowded urban conditions to enjoy a mutually beneficial relationship with the natural world.

Jerry Tate2025-03-17T17:55:43+00:00

Cabin Crew

2025-03-14T11:49:06+00:00

A new book from The Modernist tells the story of Welsh architectural practice Hird & Brooks and explores its obsession ith crafting the perfect holiday home.

Cabin Crew2025-03-14T11:49:06+00:00

Ways of seeing: re-framing familiar buildings

2025-04-22T16:02:46+01:00

Timothy Soar talks to AT Editor Isabel Allen about his approach to taking up-to-date photography of the winning buildings in the Architecture Today Awards for buildings that stand the test of time.

Ways of seeing: re-framing familiar buildings2025-04-22T16:02:46+01:00

Powerhouse

2025-01-20T08:56:50+00:00

Farrells completes the 15-year transformation of Lots Road Power Station – the 'cathedral of the industrial age' -  into Chelsea Waterfront's Powerhouse.

Powerhouse2025-01-20T08:56:50+00:00

Sadler’s Wells East

2025-02-27T15:23:19+00:00

O'Donnell + Tuomey's Sadler's Wells East brings dance to diverse audiences and much-needed permanence and purpose to Stratford Waterfront.  

Sadler’s Wells East2025-02-27T15:23:19+00:00

Review of 2024

2025-01-02T15:05:22+00:00

Architecture Today editor Isabel Allen reflects on the highlights of 2024 and looks forward to the year ahead.

Review of 20242025-01-02T15:05:22+00:00

The Greenhill Building

2024-12-03T13:02:42+00:00

Chris Dyson Architects' teaching and events building for Harrow Arts Centre's London campus draws on the site's legacy of agricultural buildings to deliver a flexible space that complements the Grade-II listed Gothic Elliott Hall.

The Greenhill Building2024-12-03T13:02:42+00:00
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