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Daniel Nelson

Urban Design in North London

As we struggle to meet housing demands, architects are continuously exploring new ideas and re-evaluating how they can meet new, modern ways of living. From state of the art settings to new housing developments, and even the restoration of historic buildings, there is always a need for reinvention and innovation.

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Highgate Schools: primary, secondary and independent

If you have children or are planning to have children, one of the biggest factors that plays a part in your search for a new home and the decision to move to a new area is the school situation. This is one decision you want to get right, giving your little ones the very best start in life. It helps to do your research so you can take the stress out of the search and concentrate on what you want your property to look like.

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Design guidance of the Hampstead Garden Suburb Trust

When it comes to early 20th-century domestic architecture and town planning, it doesn’t get more perfect and idyllic than the Hampstead Garden Suburb. The area is internationally renowned for its beautiful homes set in a well organised masterplan with landscaped square gardens and communal parks. It deserves to be carefully looked after. After all, imagine if everyone was allowed to come along and do what they wanted to their property? Within months, the area would lose everything that makes it unique – its character, craftsmanship, and distinct community feel.

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