Designing for extra care environments requires designing for homes, communities, and support systems for people navigating aging, cognitive change, and sensory challenges. From retirement villages to dementia care facilities, interior design plays a vital role in enhancing quality of life and promoting independence.     Retirement Villages: Supporting Independence and Community   A focus on enabling residents to live independently while encouraging social connection is key.  

When you think of the work an architect does you will likely imagine floor plans, elevations, and technical drawings. Whilst these are an essential part of the process, they represent only a fraction of the value an architect brings to a project. In reality, architects are strategic thinkers, problem-solvers, and advocates for their clients. They guide projects from initial ideas through to successful, long-lasting outcomes.      Below are 5 key ways an Architect adds value f

This September marked a milestone for us: celebrating 25 years in business! To honour the journey and everyone who has been part of it, we hosted a big  celebration at the brand new EH Smith Digbeth Design Centre - where we designed the bar (of course) and the reception desk. It was an evening filled with familiar faces, laughter, and stories spanning two and a half decades. Clients, collaborators, friends, and members of the team past and present joined us for a night that r