'Beauty in life and ornament'.
That is the best one-line summary of what we believe.
Most contemporary architects subscribe to some derivation of 20th century modernism. We do not. Some old-school architects subscribe to purist forms of traditionalism. We do not.
We believe you can take the best traits of traditional architecture and reimagine them in futuristic and innovative ways. We believe you can combine the likes of arts & crafts, neo-gothic, art deco, art nouveau and futurism, and add in biointegration, bioreceptivity and biomimicry to create a truly new form & style of architecture.
We try to do as much self-generated work as possible as it gives us the freedom to take risks. For the right client and the right project however, we do take commissions. These are usually self-builders or private individuals. We also work with developers as long as they share our values.
If you are interested in working with us on a project and creating beauty and innovation in 21st century architecture, we would love to work with you. Please get in touch by emailing info@buckland.co.
Bruce Buckland
MArch PGCPPA PGCAAR ARB RIBA
Director & Principal Architect
BIM (building information modelling)
We have extensive exterience of using BIM on both small residential and historic projects, as well as on large public buildings. We use BIM on all our projects to improve efficiency, perform better project coordination, and reduce costs.
We also use computational design tools to provide accurate manufactuing information and create beautiful, intricate, highly ornamented buildings quickly and efficiently.
Philosophy
When it comes to our core philosophy and principles, we are rather different.
Whilst the majority of architects are still caught up in the hangovers from 20th century modernism and postmodernism, we believe there is an alternative.
Taking and adapting an amalgamation of principles from an assortment of great philosophers, architects, naturalists, writers and scientists, we believe in creating architecture that follows on from a certain philosophical and ontological position.
Awards & PRESS
2017 FINALIST - AJ/Hoare Lea Bursary Competition
2014 WINNER - 2014 MArch Prize for Best Overall Design Work
2013 RUNNER-UP - ReardonSmith Hotel Competition
Super-Prime Apartment in Belgravia, London
Victorian Rennovation in Hampstead, London
Victorian Rennovation in Hampstead, London
Victorian Rennovation in Hampstead, London
Victorian Rennovation in Hampstead, London
Victorian Rennovation in Hampstead, London
Victorian Rennovation in Hampstead, London
Victorian Rennovation in Hampstead, London
Victorian Rennovation in Hampstead, London
Brewery in Ashford, Kent
Brewery in Ashford, Kent
Brewery in Ashford, Kent
SEN School in Tonbridge, Kent
SEN School in Tonbridge, Kent
SEN School in Tonbridge, Kent
Cinema & Retail Complex in Ashford, Kent
Cinema & Retail Complex in Ashford, Kent
SEN School in Folkestone, Kent
SEN School in Folkestone, Kent
London Olympic Stadium Post-Games Transformation
London Olympic Stadium Post-Games Transformation
London Olympic Stadium Post-Games Transformation
London Olympic Stadium Post-Games Transformation
London Olympic Stadium Post-Games Transformation
London Olympic Stadium Post-Games Transformation
Apartment Building in Dartmouth, Devon
Apartment Building in Staines, Surrey
Helicopter Hangar in Reading, Berkshire
Victorian House Rennovation in Winchester, Hampshire
EXPERIENCE
In roles within other practices, our team has worked on a staggering variety of projects, from single private houses to schools, hospitals and stadiums, accumulating knowledge and experience of an incredibly wide range of building typologies.
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Buckland Architects Ltd. is a company registered in England and Wales. Company Number 8016071. RIBA Chartered Practice Number 20029281.