Metashape Architects

Planning Approval! Pleased to see the Architects’ Journal feature our recent planning approval for a residential scheme in south London. This 4-storey residential building on the corner of Mitcham Lane in Streatham will help to provide much needed, high-quality, sustainable housing. A well-considered design solution with the use of high-quality materials and detailing were of paramount importance, as the site is located near two Conservation Areas. A true success, collaborating with a great client and consultant team.

Exciting Progress at Our Walthamstow Housing Scheme... We’re delighted to see fantastic progress on our contemporary new build housing project in Walthamstow. The innovative design features beautiful brick barrelled roofs, carefully considered to overcome the challenges of this tight urban site. The site, once home to a row of lock-up garages, will soon be transformed into four stunning contemporary homes set along a charming new mews street in London. It’s a great example of how smart, sustainable design can make a meaningful impact on communities. Looking forward to seeing this development completed soon! #UrbanDevelopment #Architecture #NewBuild #SustainableDesign #ContemporaryHomes #LondonArchitecture #SiteProgress #ConstructionInnovation #Walthamstow

Metashape Architects are the London Build Expo – Join Us This Week!   Metashape Architects will be attending the London Build Expo this week to discuss how the government can effectively collaborate with housebuilders and developers to meet the growing housing demand. Join us at the Networking Hub on Wednesday for an in-depth conversation on delivering low-energy, high-quality homes.   As Certified Passive House Designer's, we’re also thrilled to be part of the Sustainability Professional’s Forum at the Networking Hub. This is a great opportunity to meet us and explore how we can contribute to shaping a more sustainable future in housing.   We’d love to connect and share insights with you. See you there!

Metashape Architects are looking for a driven Part II Architectural Assistant to join their London studio. We are a design-led contemporary practice working on unique, well-crafted, socially responsible and sustainable Architectural solutions. We have an established office in Winchester and are now expanding our London studio. This is a unique opportunity for the right applicant to become part of our ambitious team. We have several exciting projects, including private and affordable housing schemes which include Passivhaus developments and contemporary houses. As well as Further Education projects and opportunities in the Arts and Culture sector. We focus on high-quality bespoke design. As a practice we believe in a collaborative approach, and foster a supportive and creative environment where all team members are working together in a positive manner. The position will involve working on all RIBA work stages from concept through to completion. Revit experience is essential. We are looking for someone who: Is ambitious and keen to work as part of a team within our London studio Has at least one year’s industry experience Has a good knowledge of Revit Strong design skills and a keen eye for detail Excellent communication and interpersonal ability Is good at working in a team Is excited by the opportunity to be part of an expanding studio We can offer: Salary in line with RIBA guidelines and dependant on experience Experience in all work stages working on a variety of exciting projects Agile working arrangements, working from home up to two days a week Flexible hours based on a 37.5 hour working week A collaborative and inspiring studio culture Opportunities for professional development and mentorship As a practice we have developed an ethos centred on wellbeing, and we operate in an environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance. If you are interested in the role, please send your CV and portfolio (max. 10 pages) along with a short cover statement to info@metashape.co.uk

A huge congratulations from everyone at Metashape to Caroline Sait and Jacob Whatley for passing their RIBA Part 3 examinations and completing the final part of qualification towards becoming registered Architects. A huge amount of time and energy goes into to completing the exams whilst also working full time. We are delighted for them both. Well done! 

We are pleased to confirm that our project at Oakwood Court in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea has achieved practical completion. Six high-end apartments replacing under-utilised office and storage areas. We would like to thank TPS Development and Project Management for providing us with the opportunity to work on this project, the design team (listed below) that helped to make the project the success it is and Brennan’s for their attention to detail and speed of delivery has been second to none. Architect – Metashape Architects Project Mangers – TPS Development and Project Management Agent – MDA Consulting Planning Consultant – Peacock + Smith Fire Engineer – Magnus Opifex Structural Engineer – Patrick Parsons M&E Consultant – Environmental Services Design Main Contractor – Brennan Limited M&E Subcontractor – Carnell Warren Associates Ltd Landscape Consultant - Mark Bust - Studio 413 Photography - Richard Blaxall

Metashape Architect's are delighted to have submitted a Planning Application for a 4-storey building on the corner of Mitcham Lane and Ambleside Avenue in Streatham. A well-considered design solution and the use of high-quality materials and detailing were of paramount importance, considering that the site is located near to two Conservation Areas. The new building replaces redundant derelict buildings with much needed housing. Thank you to our client BASCOMB & DREW and to the consultant team who have assisted on this first-class project. ✔️Architect - Metashape Architects ✔️Planning Consultant – Hollins ✔️Land - Ideal Land ✔️Daylight & Sunlight – Right of Light Consulting ✔️Energy, Sustainability & Overheating – Eight Versa ✔️Landscape - Studio 413 ✔️CGI - RVIS ✔️Flood Risk and Drainage - Bright Plan Civils ✔️Arboriculture - TREVOR HEAPS ARBORICULTURAL CONSULTANCY LTD. ✔️Ecology - Everything Ecology ✔️The Transportation Consultancy Ltd ✔️Construction Logistics Report - South Downs Safety ✔️Contamination Desktop Study - Leap Environmental Study ✔️Noise impact Assessment - KP Acoustics Group ✔️Fire Statement - Magnus Opifex Ltd 🏗️ #architecture #design #planningapplication #newdevelopment #Streatham #urbanrenewal #conservationareas #housingdevelopment #communityengagement #sustainablearchitecture

We are attending the Chartered Institute of Housing conference in Brighton this week. Looking forward to seeing collaborators and clients old and new. Get in touch with Ian Liptrot or Alex Giles if you are around for a catch up.

Metashape Architects are thrilled to confirm that Planning Permission was granted by unanimous approval at Committee for a mixed-use project in Surbiton District Centre. The new development is located to the rear of Central Parade on St Mark’s Hill and comprises of 17 apartments and 133m2 of  ground floor commercial space. The development makes efficient use of brownfield land and provides much needed housing in a sustainable location – only one minute walk away from Surbiton Railway Station. The committee were complimentary with regards to the proposed architecture and materials which they considered to have a positive response to the site and historic context. The design aesthetic was inspired by existing Art Deco buildings found in Surbiton. Thank you to our client Freshwater Group and to the exceptional consultant team who contributed towards achieving this successful Planning approval. Client – Freshwater Group  Architect - Metashape Architects Project Manager – TPS Development and Project Management Planning Consultant – Peacock + Smith Daylight & Sunlight – Consil Limited Nose - Noise Solutions Ltd Energy, Sustainability & Overheating – Eight Versa Heritage Consultant – @Duncan Coe Heritage Consultant Transport – Connect Consultants Ltd Arborist – WSP Landscape - Studio 413 Drainage - PRP Viability - DOUGLAS BIRT CONSULTING LIMITED

We are pleased to announce Planning Permission was granted by unanimous decision at Planning Committee for four houses designed by Metashape Architects in Pinner. The project utilises redundant brownfield land and provides much needed housing in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The new houses are woven into the existing built context, thoughtfully designed responding sensitively to the surroundings. Metashape Architects welcome the positive planning decision and would like to thank the client and consultant team for their support with the application. Philip Pank Partnership LLP Trevor Heaps Arboricultural Consultancy Ltd Infrastruct Cs Limited – Flood and Drainage Assessment XCO2 – Daylight Sunlight Consultants #ArchitecturalDesign #PlanningPermission #HousingDevelopment