Having scored the highest of any UK-based architecture practice when receiving B-corp certification in 2024, Barr Gazetas is reinventing practice by proving commercial retrofit can be radically ethical, delivering lasting value for clients, communities and the public realm.
Collective Works discuss challenging received wisdom and the imperfect systems which are causing harm, and using the language of the seasons to frame the rhythm of company life.
Jan Kattein Architects reflect on 15 years of retention, re-use, repurposing and repair – and giving an antique gramophone horn a brand new steam-punk lease of life.
Purcell discusses the challenges involved in maintaining and adapting our built heritage to meet the needs of today whilst planning for a more resilient tomorrow.
Material Cultures explain how they are challenging conventional construction cultures in a bid to bring architecture closer to agriculture, land management and landscape.
Josh McCosh of van Heyningen and Haward argues that meaningful progress on low-carbon construction demands immediate legislative action, a shift to natural materials, and industry-wide accountability for real building performance.
Marks Barfield Architects discuss viewing buildings as material banks; drawing inspiration from biomimicry to shape the culture and structure of the practice and taking a principled position on projects at home and overseas.
Exploration Architecture's founder Michael Pawlyn talks about biologically-inspired design approaches, moving beyond PassivHaus to an ideal of ActiveHaus and discussing company policy while making hedgerow jam.
Jim Matthews, managing director of HG Matthews, talks to AT about the challenges and opportunities facing the construction industry as it shifts towards more sustainable and regenerative practices, and the role of leadership, innovation and collaboration in driving meaningful change.
