How many bricks does it take to build a power station?

This September we had fantastic day out as a team to Battersea Power Station which truly indulged our passion for architecture. Decommissioned in 1983 and almost immediately being awarded a Grade II listed status this magnificent landmark and its subsequent development is a must see. After walking around the power station and marvelling at its breath taking structure and beautiful Art Deco detail we ventured to Lift 109. Hidden inside one of the iconic chimneys is a glass elevator that takes you up to 109 metres (yes just like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory) where you are treated to a stunning 360 degree view of London's skyline. We then enjoyed a fabulous lunch at a riverside Italian restaurant before we took a boat ride along the Thames back up to The Embankment, which again provided a very different view of London and its amazing and diverse architecture...…. oh and the answer to the question...…6million!

Planning for new dwelling in Green Belt and AONB

TPA are delighted to have received outline planning approval today for a new dwelling in the Green Belt and Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Built within the landscape, the single storey dwelling has a bespoke design to take advantage of the topography of the site and surrounding views. Formed across two main wings, the home has been planned around external and inner courtyards, to create pockets of openness within the Green Belt.

The consent offers an exciting opportunity to replace the unattractive storage units and builder's yard which currently occupies the site.

Another permission secured for TPA on a challenging site!

Wycombe Studios Planning Approved!!

We are delighted to confirm that the Wycombe Film Studios scheme we designed together with our client Stage Fifty was unanimously approved by Buckinghamshire Council Strategic Sites Committee yesterday.

High Wycombe will become a global film and high-end TV production hub with eight sound stages and a total of c. 295,000 sqft of high-quality production space. The proposal will support around 1,200 jobs, generate an estimated £305m economic output (GVA), and provide young people with training opportunities.

A significant amount of thought and care went into planning the operational layout, along with the design and appearance of the campus, so it was fantastic to receive recognition from both the Planning Department and the Councillors on the high-quality and sustainably designed proposal.

Wycombe Film Studios is a wonderful opportunity for the local area, and we are excited to help take the project through to the next steps, with construction estimated to be completed within the next 18 months.