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From technological advancements to reducing negative environmental impact, contemporary architecture must focus on more than how a building looks. As a result, this field is currently undergoing an exciting era of innovation where both form and function are being redefined.

If you’re planning a self-build home or house renovation, understanding the fee structure is crucial. How the fee structure is set up determines how much you will have to spend on administering your project before construction begins.

The UK is famous for many things, but perhaps one thing this country can lay claim to is its contribution to the music world. From the middle of the 18th century, London played host to a variety of promenade concerts in many of its picturesque pleasure gardens. But, it wasn’t until the early 19th century that ‘proms’ concerts became a notable fixture indoors.

There is no denying that John Constable is one of England’s most famous landscape artists. Some of his most critically acclaimed paintings include Wivenhoe Park, painted in 1816, and The Hay Wain, painted in 1821. His paintings, influenced by nature, were composed in the romanticism movement style that was popular at the time. They became something of a rebellious statement in the art world, given that artists were taught only to use their imagination when painting pictures.

Hampstead Garden Suburb might be one of the most picture-perfect areas in all of London, but it is not traditionally an area known for its modernist buildings and architecture. However, that is not to say that there are no examples of modernity here. In fact, this is an area that has seen a fair amount of experimentation from architects working in different eras and styles.

Cromwell House is undoubtedly one of London’s most striking buildings. In fact, as one of only two Grade I listed buildings in Haringey, this 17th-century property is one of the enduring landmarks in Highgate. Here at XUL, we believe that in order to fully appreciate incredible works such as these and take them into the future, we need to make sure we find out as much as possible about them.

Do I need planning permission?

Are you thinking of upgrading your home, making any alterations or adding an extension to your house? If so, you may find that you need planning permission from your local authority.

Some people are born to change the path of their industries, and Renzo Piano is one such person. Born in Italy, Piano has become known as one of the most masterful and respected architects in the world, thanks to his many iconic projects, including not least the Georges Pompidou Center in Paris.

2019 is coming to an end so we took some time out to spend a day together not sat at our computers working on the great projects we have.