As Bluebead Architects celebrates its 3rd birthday,, it is always a time of reflection. We are passionate about improving the wellbeing and quality of life for others through the thoughtful design and architecture we develop. That ethos was the principle this practice was founded on, and will always be number one for Bluebead Architects. Onwards …
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Bluebead turns two! 🧿
Bluebead Architects is now moving into its third year of operation, and we continue to grow, enable change with our collaborators and provide satisfaction all round. Hip hip hooray for more fruitful outcomes. 🧿 Bluebead Architects studio@bluebeadarchitects.co.uk Tel: 07874 946 231 Business hours:Mon-Fri: 9:00am to 5.30pmSaturday: By Appointment Only
Bluebead turns one!
Bluebead Architects is now moving into its second year of operation, and we happy to be working with such positive clients, projects and encouragement. Many projects are now moving into construction stage and we are excited to see their outcomes. We look forward to more success going forward. Bluebead Architects studio@bluebeadarchitects.co.uk Tel: 07874 946 231 …
Condolences to Türkiye
Bluebead Architects sends condolences to Türkiye in light of the recent earthquakes that have shaken the country. We have personal connections to Türkiye through friends and family, and our thoughts are with them at this fragile time. We have given interviews recently which can be read at the following links. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2023/02/14/how-corruption-mismanagement-left-erdogans-turkey-vulnerable/ https://www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/bad-buildings-caused-turkish-earthquake-deaths-experts-say
The importance of contract administration and an appropriate building contract
It is increasingly common on residential projects for many people to approach us with a contractor or builder already lined up, possibly due to past connections or work to a previous home etc, locking in availability and so on. While that is fine in principle, there should always be an appropriate building contract in place …
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Selecting the right architect
Architects offer tremendous value to a building project, as they are trained and experienced to understand the nuances of a building. With this training and experience comes the knowledge and expertise to manage, procure and deliver the necessary information required for a successful project outcome. Within this element are the individual characteristics of the architect; …
Third-party consultants and statutory fees
No two buildings are alike, and each come with their own set of characteristics and site requirements that may involve additional costs with an external consultant. An ‘external consultant’ could be a structural engineer, a building surveyor, or party wall surveyor. Bluebead Architects will always endeavour to assist as much possible to recommend the right …
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Advantages of natural daylighting and sustainable design to create better building environments
There are many benefits to considering the aspects of daylighting, sound/air pollution, and other natural elements such as trees and plants in the process of architectural design. Human-centric lighting considers how light affects the wellbeing, productivity, and comfort of building users. It is well known that with the increase reliance on technology comes the trade-off …