Sketching the Story, Not Just the Space
Using Mental Canvas to Capture Atmosphere Through Moments in Time written by Joe We didn’t have time for a CGI. It was a tight pitch, and we needed to communicate the full experience of a hospitality space – not just the layout, but the mood, the atmosphere, and how it might feel to actually be […]
Stripping Back: From Garage to Workspace
Exposing the Original Structure to Inform the Design written by Paloma One of the most important moments in a construction project is when you strip the building back to its original structure. At 7-9 Rathbone Street — a former 1920s garage – we’re doing just that. We’re exposing the concrete soffit to reveal the original […]
100 People, 1 Flight
Practising Until It Feels Natural written by Joe I once spent an entire flight drawing little people on my phone — figure after figure, box after box. It felt a bit ridiculous, but I knew I needed to improve. Not just to draw faster, but to build confidence and maybe start developing a style of […]
Business of Architecture Podcast
Catching Up on the Journey So Far written by Dicky Five years have flown by. It was great to sit down once again with Rion Willard on the Business of Architecture UK podcast — this time from our new White Red studio in Shoreditch. Joe and I gave Rion a tour and reflected on what’s […]
Bruton Place: Refining Joinery
A Warm Welcome From Reception to Roof written by Joe Rich oak joinery runs throughout 14–16 Bruton Place, guiding you from the reception area all the way up to the roof terrace. It acts as a thread that ties the building together — both visually and materially. Using natural materials like oak in a workplace […]
Embracing the Calm of August
Insights from Our Shoreditch Studio written by Dicky As we reach the end of August, I’m reminded of the distinctive calm that this month brings —an almost ‘calm’ before the storm. Being in the office means it’s a perfect time to reflect on our workspace in Shoreditch, how it inspires our work, aligns with our […]
A Prototype For Building
Exploring Design Through Sketch Models written by Ellena At White Red, the process of design exploration often starts in the most hands-on way — with a scalpel, some card, and a glue gun. Sketch models are a vital part of our creative toolkit, allowing us to quickly test ideas and refine concepts in real time. […]
Sustainability in Furniture
A Shared Strategy for Responsible Design written by Dicky Muro is a recent office refurbishment we completed for Crosstree Real Estate Partners LLP, set just beside the historic Roman Wall on Vine Street, Tower Hill. From the start, sustainability was central to the brief — particularly when it came to furniture. Furniture plays a big […]
Clerkenwell Design Week 2024
Exploring What’s New (and What’s Next) written by Jack Clerkenwell Design Week is always a highlight in our calendar — and having it right on our doorstep makes it all the more special. Each year, we make time to explore the exhibitions, discover new products, and reconnect with others in the design community. This year […]
Euan explains 15 Rathbone St.
Revealing the Character of This Exciting Project written by Euan We’re here at 15 Rathbone Street — a five-storey building tucked into the heart of Fitzrovia’s conservation area. It’s a neighbourhood known for its mix of historic charm and modern energy, with a strong blend of offices, bars, cafés and restaurants all within walking distance. […]
