The Timber Roadmap was published by Defra in February 2025, to support growth in timber specification in construction in England, with seven priorities, including data on whole-life-carbon, sustainable sourcing, fire…
How can the built environment better support people living with dementia? For example, good design can promote independence, dignity and quality of life. At the same time, it must balance…
This white paper explores the growing challenge of overheating in modern buildings, examining practical design, ventilation and cooling strategies to create energy-efficient, resilient and comfortable spaces in an increasingly warming…
As climate change reshapes UK weather patterns, residential design must adapt. Our whitepaper explores SuDS, green infrastructure, and hybrid stormwater strategies, revealing key trends, challenges, and priorities shaping resilient development.
Architects are navigating tall building design amid safety, sustainability, and economic pressures. Our Whitepaper examines how mixed-use, integrated, and people-focused vertical urbanism is shaping the future of cities.
Architects are adapting to the Future Homes and Buildings Standards, tackling stricter energy efficiency and carbon targets. Our whitepaper reveals approaches, challenges, and readiness for compliance with the new regulations.
This whitepaper explores evolving attitudes toward Passivhaus since 2021, addressing design challenges, cost concerns, and stigmas while highlighting Scotland’s upcoming 2028 mandate for Passivhaus-equivalent standards in new homes.
ESG goals shape workplace sustainability, certifications, and investor interest, while post-pandemic shifts highlight wellness-focused design. This white paper explores architects' insights on certification challenges, ROI benefits, and evolving strategies for…
Biophilic design integrates natural elements into urban spaces, enhancing wellbeing and productivity. Our whitepaper highlights adoption challenges, including client misunderstanding, ROI measurement issues, and integration hurdles, advocating for greater awareness…
The Grenfell tragedy catalysed fire safety reforms, emphasising accountability and risk management. This whitepaper revisits architects' evolving roles and adaptation to stricter regulations, comparing perspectives to assess ongoing industry transformation.
Greg Blee, founder of Blee Halligan, explains to ADF how he stumbled into architecture and now focuses on designing projects abroad that blend into their landscapes.
Adaptive reuse repurposes existing buildings, preserving materials and enhancing sustainability. This white paper reveals architects' appreciation for its creative potential and regenerative impact, despite design challenges in meeting modern performance…