James Hall began working at Lees Associates as a Part 2 Architectural Assistant in early 2015. After nine years with the company, rising to first Associate and then Associate Director, he was appointed as a Partner at the start of the year, joining Andrew Paulson and Kathryn Archer at the helm of the practice. We sat down with him to discuss this significant accomplishment and his plans for the future.
In 2004, Selfridges pulled off a remarkable feat: installing a 14-metre-tall fibreglass replica of Rio de Janeiro’s famous Christ the Redeemer statue above the main entrance of the store on Oxford Street, as part of a wider celebration of Brazilian style. “It was amazing at the time just to get planning permission for it, let alone get it up onto the front of the store,” recalls Kath Archer, partner at Lees Associates.
Expansive views, clean air and the sound of silence: a rural retreat remains a dream for many. Covid’s legacy of hybrid working has given urban-dwellers the freedom to move a little further from their principal place of work.
If you’re considering taking on a building project in the countryside, we’ve weighed up the various factors involved, with expert advice from the worlds of planning, sustainability and rural property.
Miruna Stroe is an Associate at Lees Associates and a Chartered and Registered Architect with a PhD in Architecture who has been with us for seven years. Since joining LA, she has been involved in a number of our high-end residential projects, including a renovation in Holland Park and a substantial listed penthouse redevelopment in Belgravia. So, what does a typical day look like for Miruna at Lees Associates?
Searching for innovative design ideas for your upcoming residential or commercial project? Look no further. Our team has consulted a range of industry peers and collaborators to discover what’s on the design agenda for 2024. From irregular rugs to the digital environment, we have something to inspire everyone.
James Hall began working at Lees Associates as a Part 2 Architectural Assistant in early 2015. After nine years with the company, rising to first Associate and then Associate Director, he was appointed as a Partner at the start of the year, joining Andrew Paulson and Kathryn Archer at the helm of the practice. We sat down with him to discuss this significant accomplishment and his plans for the future.
In the second part of his summary of the effects of the Building Safety Act (BSA), Lees Associates partner, Andrew Paulson looks at the new statutory requirements for owners and developers of Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs), providing a comprehensive overview for clients and contractors within the prime property sector.
Key changes to the Building Regulations approval process, and stakeholders’ roles within it, came into effect in October as a result of the 2022 Building Safety Act.
But what are the changes, and what impact will they have on construction projects? Lees Associates’ Partner Andrew Paulson explains all.
One of the best parts of working in the thriving London metropolis is that we have an almost overwhelming wealth of pursuits on our doorstep and an enviable proximity to Europe. We always strive to stay ahead of industry trends and insights, and we believe that attending informative and inspiring exhibitions and trade shows is one of the most effective ways to achieve this.
Sharing our top tips, we’ve hand-picked our top seven design, art and property-centric events we believe are a must-see in 2024! At LA, we like to stay up to date on not just the architectural industry but also what's happening in the lifestyle and art industries too. It's all about having eyes-on across the design world.
As 2023 draws to a close, we’ve been reflecting on shifts and developments within our industry to predict what the new year has in store.
From transatlantic collaborations to the rise of experiential shopping, LA partners Kathryn Archer and Andrew Paulson share their four key forecasts for London’s prime property market in the year ahead.
Andrew Paulson joined Lees Associates as a Part 2 Architectural Assistant in November 2003. Five years later, he was invited to become a partner in the practice, a position he has now held for over twelve years. In his twenty years with the practice, he has overseen a wide range of prime residential projects in London and beyond. We sat down with him to reflect on his first 20 years at LA.
In the latest in our regular series, we meet Romanian Architectural Assistant, Ema, and discover the role a humble pencil had in her choice of career, learn why LA are such a good fit for her to fulfil her potential and find out how she recharges by immersing herself in nature and taking part in sports activities.
Lees Associates’ regular look at what’s new in the prime residential market, compiled from the best of London’s leading real estate professionals and property experts.
Please visit contributor websites for more information.
In this edition, we look at:
Why cash buyers led to a flurry of summer sales in prime Central London.
Labour has ruled out a wealth or mansion tax if it wins the next general election.
How demand for premium apartments in central London continues to grow.
The most sought-after properties in prime central London are those that ooze with character and charm. Inevitably, almost without exception that means they are listed and usually distributed vertically over many floors. It is no surprise then that Lees Associates’ projects on these properties almost always have a requirement for a lift: either to replace an existing aged one or to introduce a new one altogether. Understandably, in listed heritage properties such as these, where a lift would never have originally been contemplated, that can often be a challenge.
Welcome to Lees Associates’ regular look at what’s new in the prime residential market, compiled from the best of London’s leading real estate professionals and property experts. Please visit contributor websites for more information. This month’s selection all comes via that bastion of PCL news reporting, PrimeResi. In this edition we look at:
A shift in demographics amongst younger luxury property owners.
Why bigger is better among PCL buyers.
How PCL is bucking the transaction trough seen elsewhere.
