Ben Flatman
Ben Flatman is the architectural editor at Buildin, Building Design and Housing Today
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FeaturesDesigning from first principles: Inside David Kohn Architects’ Gradel Quadrangles
A major expansion for one of Oxford’s oldest colleges reimagines the logic of the quadrangle with a theatrical, landscape-first ensemble shaped by dialogue and detail
NewsChris Dyson Architects submits plans to convert Farringdon office building into hotel
Scheme reflects wider move to diversify uses within the City’s commercial core
NewsGreat British Energy project targets solar panels for schools and NHS
Aannouncement comes in same week as Badenoch signals end to cross-party commitment to net zero by 2050
NewsFilm studios plan at grade II-listed former factory in west London gets green light
Architect Gensler behind scheme in Isleworth
NewsRIBA to relocate to Jerwood Centre during Portland Place upgrade
Work on the revamp of 66 Portland Place is due to finish by 2028
NewsBell Phillips wins planning for first homes at Lendlease’s Birmingham redevelopment
First phase of £1.9bn Smithfield revamp gets green light
FeaturesNorman Foster and Manchester United – a perfect match?
The club is betting on the local lad to create a world-class stadium – but will ambition and reality align, asks Ben Flatman
FeaturesIndustrial remix: how Hawkins Brown retuned Wakefield’s Tileyard North for the creative economy
Once derelict and forgotten, Wakefield’s Rutland Mills has been transformed into a thriving hub for the music industry
NewsIndustry leaders voice concerns over 1.5 million homes target to MPs
Housing committee questions industry figures on planning, workforce shortages and financial challenges facing sector
News‘It’s the end of architecture’ – Zaha Hadid Architects boss declares war on woke culture
Blaming a decline in architectural education, Patrik Schumacher claims universities have replaced design rigour with political discourse, stifling innovation
NewsBDP reports record turnover as architect increases overseas business
Firm says third of income comes from overseas
NewsHeathrow promises to submit third runway proposals to government by summer
Under plans ruled illegal five years ago, third runway would have been open next year
NewsIn pictures: First look at Sadler’s Wells East ahead of opening next month
O’Donnell + Tuomey’s design seeks to create a new hub for dance in East London
NewsGreen light for new Luton Town football stadium
Ground being designed by team led by Aecom and Sisa
NewsHigh-profile team to transform former GSK headquarters
Planning application for Brentford site due in later this year
NewsBritish Museum appoints Studio Weave for new visitor pavilions
Western Range concept designs go on public display as Studio Weave is appointed to design new pavilions
FeaturesRepairing the urban fabric: How a historic city block was reinstated in Marylebone village
Marylebone Square is a mixed-use development that has breathed new life into a long-vacant site in the centre of London. Ben Flatman traces its evolution
NewsIndustry bodies urge exemption for Level 7 apprenticeships from funding reforms
Joint statement highlights apprenticeships’ role in addressing skills shortages and meeting government growth targets
NewsHomes England announces £250m joint venture with Oaktree Capital and Greycoat Real Estate
Public-private partnership aims to accelerate large-scale housing developments across England
FeaturesThe resurrection of Notre Dame: inside the restored cathedral in pictures
Explore the intricate restoration of the cathedral in Paris, where centuries-old craftsmanship meets contemporary design