2022 Architectural Trends, reflecting the world we live in. SIMPLICITY In the post pandemic whirlwind there is a clear desire for design to be accessible and practical. Minimising distractions and placing individuals in inspiring environments with a distinction between living, learning and working. NATURE Buildings have progressively been designed to optimise their natural environment. Now has come the time to enrich the world we inhabit and make conscious decisions from mate

The travel ‘norm’ has changed, but with the New Year comes a new sense of hope, freedom and aspiration to live in the now. Putting that motion in full swing, here is a curated list of destinations for the motor enthusiasts out there. Each location owns a unique style but all attract like-minded people who have their own stories to tell. Passion for motors come in all shapes and sizes which is reflected in these venues, some have been purposefully built to create a certain pre

Press Release: Automotive Venue Drives Client & Practice Into New Era. Chapman Partnership Architects created a multifunctional venue for Thruxton Race Circuit. Delivered onsite in 2018, the Thruxton Hospitality Centre is now synonymous with this iconic track. The striking venue has created a name for itself across the automotive event industry and unlocked the practice’s niche. As part of the circuit’s modernisation programme a state-of-the-art venue was required. Functional

The ICE 2030 deadline is fast approaching for our manufacturers and buzz words such as ‘carbon neutral’, ‘carbon negative’ and ‘net-zero’ are being thrown into the mix across all realms of the manufacturing process. But why is this relevant to us? The drive for a sustainable future will continue to increase. As the automotive industry comes under further scrutiny for global emissions, in turn so will the whole lifecycle of each vehicle. This includes the supporting launch eve

Chapman Partnership Architects announce fresh collaboration with growth marketing agency IVENTUM. We continue to transform track side concepts into reality, broadening our capability and market potential. To support this growth we have partnered with IVENTUM, specialists in business-to-business marketing, brand amplification and social networking. Here are the building blocks to a prosperous working relationship: "It is refreshing to work with an experienced team who know our

Return On Investment differs for each client, as to what that return is, the level of return required and where that return will take them next. However, is ROI always about the figures? On a commercial level, Yes. Each business needs to be viable, the associated risks calculated and the buy-back figures tallied up. Whilst the clients define the business need it is our responsibility to create a concept that is standout from competitors, enjoys high marketability and presents

“Great, look forward to seeing you there.” But where is there? With life back in full swing our team have been up and down the country for client kick off meetings, planning consultations and site visits. Soon we will be back in the air to see our clients overseas too. The last year altered the way we work, with one of our projects being designed entirely from drone footage. But nothing can beat being on site. It’s not something we question but it is something our clients val

Returning to the stage, Goodwood Festival of Speed. Known as the world’s greatest celebration of motorsport and car culture it offers so much more than simply the next supercar. From the hillclimb through to the sculpture, the celebrities through to the rally stage and ear tingling combustion engines through to silent EVs - the diverse range of activities reflects the true and varied interests of the many attendees. The motorsport enthusiast is broad. Whilst fans marvel in th

Like all industries, step by step we are becoming increasingly conscious of our environmental impact. The practice of sustainable architecture is changing and the next opportunity cannot be wasted. The construction industry is currently responsible for two thirds of all UK waste. Fuelled by our desire to own a blank canvas and supported by government incentives. Whilst there will continue to be a need for new builds, majoring on the utilisation of existing resources is at the

Last week saw many of our connections take to social media to show their support for Mental Health Awareness Week. This got us thinking. As Architects we take our clients' business or personal needs and translate it into a vision. We design to inspire, excite and invigorate, but there is so much more we are responsible for. The spaces we immerse ourselves in on a daily basis directly impact our mood and motivation. You could say they are our foundation. We stood onsite last w

Behind closed doors is the challenging reality for our race circuit clients as championships get underway. Whilst the economic hit is evident the social impact is hidden. The thrill, the buzz, the excitement cannot be underestimated. Race meets and live events have the ability to immerse individuals in a new reality, one where virtual cannot compete. Our next generation of motorsport enthusiasts stand in these crowds, riding side by side their heroes through the highs and low

A year ago today we were in the midst of our first National Lockdown. Uncertainty was growing and the knock-on effect for many businesses was becoming ever so real day by day. As we shake off the last few months Teams calls are being replaced with site visits and we are being asked… Is it business as usual? Whilst our clients' backgrounds are varied from corporate to private, and all have their own take on the last year, the overriding sentiment is clear… Are we not all ready