Location: Belfast
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Detail matters: sustainability in heritage building design
Heritage buildings present opportunities for applying circular economy principles, where architects and engineers can apply the three Rs – reduce, reuse, and recycle. That means reducing resources and waste, reusing a building no longer in use and the existing materials within it, and recycling unwanted features or debris into something new. Heritage buildings also contain…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Abercrombie & Fitch
Since 2005, our teams across Europe have worked with Abercrombie & Fitch and its Gilly Hicks and Hollister brands on more than 50 projects in the retail and workspace sectors. Our collaboration with Abercrombie & Fitch began in 2005 when we were appointed as the local architect to support the opening of the brand’s first…
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Hyphen opens Belfast office
We are delighted to announce the opening of our new office in Belfast, Northern Ireland. This will be Hyphen’s ninth office, complementing our existing network of offices across Europe and Latin America. Our Belfast opening is founded on the success of Hyphen’s office in Ireland, launched in January 2021. A wealth of opportunities north of…
