Author: Hyphen

  • Hyphen celebrates internal succession with a series of promotions

    Hyphen celebrates internal succession with a series of promotions

    We are delighted to announce a series of promotions, as eight Hyphen employees have been recognised for the significant contributions they have made to the growth and quality of our international architectural practice. Firstly, we would like to announce our new senior associates, Nick Jardine and Aimee Hooper, based primarily in our Winchester office. As…

  • Detail matters: permitting and collaboration

    Detail matters: permitting and collaboration

    Architects are essential for heritage building projects, especially in their role as an executive architect – as the bridge between the client, consultants, and local authorities. With expertise in local regulations, including building code and permitting, good architectural professionals can make a huge difference in ensuring projects are delivered on time and reach completion. Mandatory…

  • Elisa Frost appointed as new director at Hyphen

    Elisa Frost appointed as new director at Hyphen

    We are pleased to announce the appointment of Elisa Frost, who has joined us as a director, as of 17 April 2023. Elisa will be primarily based in Madrid, working closely with Eva Diego and the team in Spain, as well as working with the board on its group-wide company strategy. Elisa is an experienced…

  • Detail matters: six top tips for architectural projects in heritage buildings

    Detail matters: six top tips for architectural projects in heritage buildings

    Running a heritage building project can be challenging, with many aspects for architects and engineers to consider. Whether it is sourcing rare materials, finding sustainable solutions, or working with local authorities, our knowledgeable and creative colleagues can help guide us through even the most overwhelming challenges. We asked Hyphen colleagues from around the world to…

  • Detail matters: balancing functionality and heritage

    Detail matters: balancing functionality and heritage

    In architecture, details matter. Attention to detail is at the heart of what we do, from building materials and energy efficiency to strong collaborations with colleagues, clients and local authorities. Details are especially important in retrofitting projects, where heritage buildings are given a new lease of life, balancing historical significance with contemporary functionality. We interviewed…

  • Hyphen teams discuss gender equity and equality

    Hyphen teams discuss gender equity and equality

    Ensuring equal opportunities for everyone is a continual process and we’re regularly reviewing our ways of working. Our current practises include monitoring equal pay, which you can read about in our annual report, and supporting women into leadership positions. With women making up 54% of employees at Hyphen and 60% of our associates, we are making…

  • EuroShop 2023

    EuroShop 2023

    As EuroShop 2023 draws to a close, we share some of our key takeaways from the world’s leading retail trade fair. A key trend at this year’s event was the multiple displays involving the use of robotics, from robotic arms serving coffee and lunch, to complex machines used in the logistics sector. We were also…

  • Katia’s story

    Katia’s story

    Katia Souni joined Hyphen as an architectural assistant in 2018 and became an architect a year later. In 2023, Katia completed her project management training, obtaining the national HMONP (The authorisation to exercise project management in one’s own name), so we asked her to share a bit more about what the programme involved and the…

  • Meet Giacomo Spinelli, Hyphen’s director in Milan

    Meet Giacomo Spinelli, Hyphen’s director in Milan

    Giacomo Spinelli joined Hyphen in 2016 and recently oversaw the relocation of our Milan office which became necessary due to the growth of our business in Italy. Giacomo began this year in a new role, as a director, so we spoke to him recently to find out more about this career change. Congratulations on becoming…

  • Interview with Sarah Fox: Hyphen’s first director from business operations

    Interview with Sarah Fox: Hyphen’s first director from business operations

    We took the opportunity to speak with Sarah Fox, our Chief Operating Officer and Company Secretary, who was appointed a director on 1 January this year. Sarah brings to the board both a deep knowledge of Hyphen as well as an understanding of professional governance and leadership, being an affiliate member of Chartered Institute of…