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James was the project architect and ‘design lead’ for this ‘Design and Build’ development in Hackney, which saw the internal fit out of a new build ‘shell and core’ office space nestled in the context of a larger masterplan for the area.
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Whilst a seemingly clean canvas, the site came with its’ own specific parameters and constraints including pre-existing structural columns and benefitting from access to daylight on only two facades.
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The design solution saw the creation of a central administrative ‘pod’ and circulation space, surrounded by the offices and separated by ‘crittal-type’ internal glazed partitions.
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Aside from the introduction of internal glazing and the timber clad amorphous hub, the original concrete and block work material palette of the building structure is left exposed and celebrated.
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Credits:
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Project Architect @ Gresford Architects – James Allen (RIBA 0 – 6)
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RIBA 0 - 6 – Gresford Architects Ltd
(https://www.gresfordarchitects.co.uk/)
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Contractor – Vortex Interiors
(https://www.vortexinteriors.com/)
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Photography – French & Tye