Location: Madrid
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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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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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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…
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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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Atlético Madrid
Hyphen has been working with the 2020-2021 La Liga champions since 2016, delivering a wide range of retail projects. We have helped deliver the club’s flagship store in Gran Vía Street and a variety of projects in multiple locations, including shopping malls, high streets, bus kiosks and at the club’s famous Wanda Metropolitano stadium. As…
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Calle Alcalá office
The design of Hyphen’s office in Madrid was driven by its need to be fun, functional and above all, flexible. The space offers varying levels of privacy – from enclosed meeting rooms to large amenity and collaboration areas. We maximised on space by keeping the services exposed and introduced subtle design details in the lighting, furniture…
