Update No.1 (01/07/2021)
Construction of our new modern studio has officially started, marking an exciting achievement for Square One Architects. With careful planning and attention to detail, our team has begun this project, ensuring that every part of the studio aligns with our vision for creativity and innovation. As the foundation is laid and the structure takes form, we eagerly look forward to the day when our new studio opens, creating a space designed to encourage imagination and teamwork among our talented team. Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this amazing journey to redefine how we work and inspire others through our architectural projects.
Update No.2 (13/04/2017)
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The construction progress on the project is moving steadily ahead. The foundations, floors underlay, and damp proof membrane (DPM) have all been successfully installed, providing a solid base for the building. Today marks an exciting milestone as the timber structure is being erected, bringing the architectural vision to life. As the team carefully assembles each piece, we eagerly anticipate witnessing the form and shape of the building taking shape.
Update 3 (16/04/2017)
Timber structure on its way, and the progress is notable. The team has been tirelessly working despite the unrelenting weather conditions. Rain or shine, they have managed to make steady advancements. The clear skies have been a blessing, allowing the construction to proceed smoothly and swiftly. With each passing day, the framework of the timber structure takes shape, and the building starts to reveal its architectural design.
Update No.4 (20/04/2017)
The construction crew has successfully finished the main structure of the building, marking a significant milestone in the project. With the structure completed, the next crucial step is to install the external doors and skylights. These elements will not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of the building but also play a practical role in providing natural light and ventilation. The team is excited to move forward with this phase and eagerly awaits the arrival of the doors and skylights template. By seamlessly integrating these features, we aim to create a functional and visually stunning space.
Update No.5 (12/06/2017)
The office's siberian larch cladding supplied by Russwood will be installed this coming week and it will provide durable and sustainable weather protection to the outside wall. More pictures to come!
We spent a lot of time thinking about the ideal type of timber to be used for the cladding of our garden office in Hampton.
After considering several types of species, including red cedar, we decided to opt for Siberian larch.
This was due to the characteristic of this type of wood whose sap content makes it ideal for external purposes.
The first thing we took into consideration was the colour of the wood in two scenarios. Wood naturally tends to become grey with time and so we had to consider both the wood colour once delivered (especially in order to take fantastic final pictures of the project) and the colour of the wood with a grey tone after a few years.
One of the challenges in using external wood cladding for a building project is that the rate of discoloration can be very different depending on the orientation of the facade. In the case of our project one of the side walls was facing full south and therefore it was reasonable to believe that this facade of the office would become grey quicker and possibly have a different tone from the others for the rest of its days.
In order to avoid this effect, we consulted the supplier who suggested us to use a Swedish product that tends to extract the pigments from the wood accelerating the discoloration process and making it very consistent on all the facades.
This product also acts as a protection, it is simply applied with a paintbrush, but it is also possible to get the planks with the product pre-applied in a factory setting.
The result was extremely good. Our office external colour was very consistent on all the four elevations and it quickly took a beautiful grey tone that gave it a lot of character.
Update 6 (05/10/2017)
We are thrilled to present the first image of our highly anticipated new sustainable, timber-clad office in Hampton. This stunning structure perfectly exemplifies our commitment to environmentally conscious design and showcases the elegance and warmth that timber brings to architecture. Stay tuned for more captivating pictures.
