Pamela Wackett has had a remarkable journey in architecture, shaped by a unique background and an unwavering passion for design. From reimagining her desert hometown in Chile as a child to directing major projects at Kohn Pedersen Fox, she has always seen the potential to create more beautiful and functional spaces.

ControlUp, at the forefront of Digital Employee Experience (DEX) management, today announced that SimpsonHaugh Architects, a UK-based, award-winning and respected practice, is utilising the ControlUp DEX platform to monitor and optimise its new VDI environment in real-time.

Here, Courtney Chandler, PR and Social Media Associate Account Manager at Dragonfly PR, looks at how architects, builders and developers can generate sales leads and maximise visibility through digital PR.

In this Q&A, Bill Webb, Architect and Co-Founder of Able Partners, reflects on his journey from art student to architectural innovator. Bill discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his career, the inspirations behind his designs and his insights into the architectural world. Discover how his unique experiences have influenced his approach to creating impactful spaces.

Visual appeal is only part of the equation in today’s design landscape. Functionality is now just as important as the auditory experience of a space. Driven by a growing emphasis on employee wellness, neurodiversity and business productivity, architects now recognise that room acoustics are a key component, says Ben Hancock, Managing Director at Oscar Acoustics.

Leading UK architecture firm Corstorphine & Wright has announced the completion of The Scoop, a unique concave office building in Southwark, London. The innovative design reuses an existing building and integrates a conical cut-out facade in white-glazed bricks, creating a playful and novel response to the site’s context and neighbouring church.

ECD Architects specialises in the design of low-energy, low-environmental-impact buildings and retrofits, with 25% of its designers being Passivhaus specialists. Lizzy Westmacott, Associate Director and Regional Head of Sustainability, co-chairs the company’s Sustainability Working Group and is particularly responsible for developments in the north of England, where the firm has recently opened an office. ECD’s Preston office connects the existing London and Glasgow bases, enabling the business to operate seamlessly throughout the UK.

After three years of design development and engagement, St William’s regeneration project proposals for Bromley-by-Bow Gasworks received backing of the London Borough of Newham’s Strategic Development Committee.

With the urgent need to retrofit many of our historic properties, Mohannad Altabbal, Customer Success Manager at Graphisoft, outlines how BIM and point cloud technology can help to streamline this process to improve sustainability while respecting heritage buildings.

Ruaridh Nicol delves into his journey from a childhood love of drawing to a career in architecture. He reflects on pivotal experiences, such as working on historic church spires and discovering Passivhaus design, shares insights into his work, reveals favourite projects and discusses the importance of understanding client needs.