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Finding joy can feel increasingly difficult in busy working lives, yet it remains essential to doing meaningful work well. Here, Buttress director Stephen Anderson reflects on what joy means to him. From the collective energy of working together, to the lasting fulfilment that comes from purposeful projects and moments shared with colleagues and collaborators.
The King's Gate project at Caernarfon Castle is a series of design interventions to the World Heritage site. As part of a short series, we look at the bespoke design details with a shared palette of materials and finishes that have helped shape the project.
Buttress' Alison Haigh a Passivhaus certified consultant, and Leeds studio lead, James Lewis outline the benefits and challenges of designing Passivhaus residential schemes.
How, as architects and specialists in heritage and conservation, we consider sustainability when we work with historic buildings. We offer some thoughts on the current state of play.
Director Stephen Anderson reflects on the importance of inclusion when enhancing built heritage.
Conserving one of Europe's most significant cathedral edifices.
Associate Director, Matthew Burl, shares the key things we consider when developing boarding house design.
Director, Andy Avery, discusses the importance of placemaking in creating sustainable, urban homes and environments.
An insight into the conservation of one of the country's most significant historic sites.
Director Stephen Anderson shares his expertise with Place North West.