210706 - The Facts! I am posting this as I am being 'trolled' by someone who doesn't know the facts. Dear non-architect, You are not an architect and unless you qualify as one never will be one either. The job title 'architect' is protected under UK law and...
Ideally we start on a project helping you, the client, at the business case stage. We can assist you in determining whether you need an internal re-organisation, an extension (in any direction), or a new building on the same or another site. If another site...
As architects we have a minimum of seven years university backed training to above master degree level also passing three professional exams to demonstrate competence through experience. We also have to undergo a minimum of Continued Professional Development every year until we retire. "drawing pretty...
As KR.eativ: Architects Ltd remains open for business in the South East Midlands (SEMLEP area) and very nearly fully functional. Please circulate to your connections as we still need commissions even if work has stopped on site. Any project started now won't get to site until...
It is very important to understand the difference between an architect and other building designers. Anyone can design a building, there are no restrictions in the UK (unlike most other parts of the developed World) no qualifications are required. BUT the long training that an...
Anyone who really is an architect will have to be registered with the above, http://www.arb.org.uk Most of us are chartered members of the RIBA, the only professional chartered body of the profession. We are, 'on top of that' an RIBA Chartered Practice which means even more independent protection...
There has been much talk and media concern about the number of jobs that will be lost in the coming years through the AI revolution. The good news is that architects are way down the list at only a 2% likelihood However, technical staff are not...
Open Plan? Cellular? Flexible? Tied to a computer or phone? Always in meetings? Have laptop will travel? There are lots of different types of office space required for a modern business. Tied to a production line or workstation? Everything automated and robotised? Sat on checkout for hours? Sat...
Property if left devoid of investment becomes unsuitable for continued use and derelict. That applies to building plots and land as well as buildings. Investment in refurbishment and new building projects can lower running costs and improve living and working environments. Many office workplaces are based in...
The following is a video from the USA that sets out the benefits of an architect: Video from the USA However, please note the following in translation from the foreign language: For 'licenced' architect read 'registered architect' A 'square foot' is about a tenth of a square...