http://www.jfosterarchitects.co.uk/completed daily 0.75 2023-08-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1477324379729-RR9W3K5G5LH406K2XSML/JFA+14.IVE+aa.jpg Completed - West Hampstead House West Hampstead House In The Architects' Journal Start: 10/2015 End: 02/2016 Gross area: 99sqm Contractor: MGN Construction Joinery: Constructive and Co Photography: © Simon Maxwell Services: Feasibility, Building Regulations, Detail Design, Tender, Contract Administration J Foster Architect's conversion of an historic West Hampstead railway cottage achieved practical completion in 2016. It features a generous open-plan living space at it's heart, replete with the warm tones of the bespoke oak joinery and crowned by the full-height bi-fold doors opening onto a private, enclosed courtyard. The oak tone is continued upstairs with the cleverly fitted wardrobes maximising storage space. The end result is a top-notch and spacious, modern dwelling that belies its modest budget. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1477657465837-VE5MDIEN5YHM76EII6DC/JFoster+5400a.jpg Completed https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1481469054882-GAMQVNHHPX19RCQCN618/14.SOT+day+1.jpg Completed - Room for a Musician Room for a Musician in The Architects' Journal Room for a Musician in The AJ Buildings Library Start: 01/2016 End: 11/2016 Gross area: 123sqm Party Wall Surveyor: FFT Approved Inspector: Assent Contractor: Polbath Joinery: Polbath Photography: © Simon Maxwell Services: Feasibility, Planning, Building Regulations, Detail Design, Tender, Contract Administration ‘A Room for a Musician’ is a small, infill-extension set within a leafy, Highbury terrace formed almost entirely underground. The result is a tardis-like trio of new subterranean spaces filled with daylight at every turn. The original brief was to rid the client’s duplex flat of a master bedroom long afflicted with damp, poor daylight and obstructed views to the garden. The client had to be persuaded JFA’s solution involving lots of digging, and some major new sub-structure for relatively little gain in floor area, was the best option. The primary move was to excavate the redundant side section of garden to create a 6m2 glazed, internal lightwell - the pivotal space for the musician-client to compose and practice his music. An enlarged doorway flowed from the bedroom, with a discreet curtain track for privacy and blackout. Secondly, a level threshold and glazed pivot door were installed along with new external steps (further digging) to access the garden and terrace, edged with a slender balustrade. A new fabricated metal stair with glazed landing was installed to connect to the upper ground level. Finally, opening-up of existing vaults discovered beneath the kitchen and slightly reducing the floor level (with yet more digging) formed a new walk-in wardrobe and soundproof home studio. The ‘basement suite’ was completed in late 2016 to the client’s delight. If the project were put to music it would probably be called ‘Earthworks’ – an opus in three movements, all of which involve, well, digging… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1505145269182-NDU6591APTPNWU8XFX09/edited_chpk1334200-5.jpg Completed - Shoreditch Apartment Start: 04/2016 End: 07/2017 Gross area: 133sqm Services: Feasibility, Landlord Consent, Building Regulations, Tender, Contract Administration Approved Inspector: Assent Contractor: NOPEF J Foster Architects was commissioned to design a 3-bed, 3-bath apartment conversion in the heart of hipster-Shoreditch. JFA created a spacious open-plan living/dining/kitchen area overlooking Great Eastern Street leading to three king size bedrooms, two with en-suite bathrooms, and a master bathroom. High specification finishes, hi-tech comforts (air conditioning, motorised blinds) and a bespoke kitchen with island/breakfast bar will ensure this revamp raises the bar in a competitive market. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1477391086933-QL7XAKCA78FKHCMO23UV/simax_121126_9846-2b.jpg Completed - Highbury Apartment Start: 01/2012 End: 04/2012 Gross area: 78 sqm Services: Landlord Consent, Planning, Building Regulations, Tender, Contract Administration. Party Wall Surveyor: FFT Approved Inspector: Islington BC Contractor: RK Builders Joinery: J Foster Architects Photography: © Simon Maxwell J Foster Architects remodeled an existing 41 sqm flat within a late-Victorian terrace back in 2012. The addition of a roof extension created a spacious 78 sqm 2-bed 2-bath, duplex apartment with stunning views over Highbury New Park Conservation Area. The new dormer box was clad in quartz standing seam zinc. The project was a pilot for CNC manufacture of the staircase and bespoke joinery items using furniture grade plywood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1527622093686-VLR22ZXJN6UAIHLJAWXL/Inline_1746760_16.9.jpg Completed - Highbury House Comedian Tom Price’s House featured in METRO Start: 08/2016 Completed: 10/2017 Gross area: 125 sqm Services: Feasibility, Pre-application, Planning, Lawful Development, Detail Design, Pricing Documents. Structural Engineer: Price and Myers Party Wall Surveyor: FFT Approved Inspector: Assent J Foster Architects was appointed to extend an existing 125 sqm end of terrace house in Highbury. The addition of a roof extension and L-shaped dormer, as well as a bespoke kitchen will create a spacious 5-bed 2-bath house. The project started on site in June and completed in October 2017. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1477342516119-UOQU6Z942W05VWP98BMN/14.PET+terrace01.jpg Completed - Overview - Floating Terrace Start: 03/2015 End: 04/2015 Gross area: 7.5sqm Services: Design, Planning, Building Regulations, Tender, Construction. Structural Engineer: Momentum Approved Inspector: Assent Contractor: Clockwork Construction Photography: © Peter Abrahams J Foster Architects created a contemporary, west-facing roof terrace. A dilapidated pitched roof above a rear brick outrigger was converted using high quality materials on a modest budget. The architect's approach was an example of guerrilla space-making, to utilise and beautify the crumbling Victorian terraces that typify this part of London. A Mosa tiled floor floats amidst the tree canopy, edged by an 1.1m high balustrade which appears as a diaphanous haze reflecting the play of the evening sun through the trees. Towering at 3 storeys above the garden, a head for heights is required. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1567959274919-AHYZ3XB3EFWH7GHKFIL5/Stavordale_09+%C2%A9+Agnese+Sanvito.JPG Completed - 10:4 Loft, London N5 Start: 02/2018 End: 09/19 Gross area: 200 sqm (250sqm after) J Foster Architects was appointed to extend an existing 200 sqm mid-terraced house in Islington, which borders the Highbury Fields Conservation Area. The addition of a new floorplate within a slender, elegantly proportioned (10:4) roof dormer will create a spacious bedroom and playroom and a small guest bathroom. Construction commenced in March 2019 and completed in September 2019. Structural Engineer: Hardman Party Wall Surveyor: FFT Approved Inspector: Assent Contractor: Ingenious Construction Ltd Joinery: Constructive and Co Stair: Constructive and Co, Flight, DSM Steel Photography: © Agnese Sanvito RIBA Services: Feasibility (1-2), Pre-application (3a), Certificate of Lawful Development (3b), Householder Planning (3b), Technical Design (4a), Detail Design (4b), Tender (4c), Contract Administration (5) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1596628912158-EDUV3UCA40RNSJ2BD3OJ/Narrow+House-88+%C2%A9+Agnese+Sanvito.JPG Completed - Narrow House, London N7 Start: 09/2017 End: 02/2020 Gross Area: 69m2 (previously 50m2) J Foster Architects proposed an innovative intervention for an existing 3 metre wide Victorian coach house in the Tufnell Park Conservation Area. The proposal preserves the existing brickwork street facade, reduces the level of the existing ground floor and raises the eaves and ridge to create a three storey, contemporary rear extension. Planning Approval and Conservation Area Consent was unanimously granted at committee for the extension and refurbishment of a single dwelling house. Construction started in May 2019 and completed at the end of February 2020. Structural Engineer: Constant SD Daylight/Sunlight/ROL: Point 2 Arboriculturist: John Crawshaw Approved Inspector: Assent Party Wall Surveyor: EK McQuade Contractor: TBS Tutka Joinery: Constructive and Co RIBA Services: Feasibility (1-2), Preapplication (3a), Planning and Conservation Area Application (3b), Building Control (4a), Detail Design (4b), Tender (4c), Contract Admin (5). http://www.jfosterarchitects.co.uk/recent daily 1.0 2023-11-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1571329605626-PM3SGSC2FZV6S4L7V9QK/view+1b.jpg Recent - Winchmore Hill, London N12 Start: 10/2018 Gross area: 140 sqm (180sqm after) J Foster Architects was appointed to extend an existing 140 sqm semi-detached house near the Lakes Estate Conservation area in Enfield. The addition of a new 50sqm floorplate within a hip-to-gable extension and roof dormer will create a spacious bedroom, dressing room and en-suite bathroom accessed via bespoke metalwork stair. A large crittall picture window frames the vista over the 90’ garden. RIBA Services: Feasibility (1-2), Pre-application (3a), Certificate of Lawful Development (3b), Householder Planning (3b) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1592250485640-H6CST1RB5ZSVPVQWCB0P/front+pr+vray+7.jpg Recent - GIBSON SQUARE, London N1 Start: 07/2018 Gross area: 100 sqm (112 sqm after) J Foster Architects was appointed to extend an existing 100 sqm terraced house in Islington, within the the Gibson Square Conservation Area. The addition of a new room within the existing outrigger and an infill at lower ground, together with some sympathetic internal modifications will restore this spectacular townhouse. Structural Engineer: Constant SD Daylight/Sunlight: Erban Consulting Heritage Consultant: Fuller Long RIBA Services: Feasibility (1-2), Pre-application (3a) Householder Planning and Listed Consent (3b) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1691600280995-EDUIMYU7KLONWQEDQ30I/Enscape_2022-12-04-22-13-53_Enscape+3D+kitchen.jpg Recent - FULHAM HOUSE, London W1 Start: 01/2023 End: 07/2023 Gross area: 130 sqm J Foster Architects was appointed to convert and extend an existing 100 sqm mid-terraced house in Fulham. The addition of three storey rear extension added 30sqm of NIA. The stair was reconfigured across 3 storeys to optimise the floorplate and create a large kitchen with level threshold to the garden, a new spacious nursery and playroom, and an additional bathroom and utility. Construction commenced in January 2023 and completed in July 2020. Structural Engineer: Vesta Structures Party Wall Surveyor: Teague and Co Approved Inspector: Assent Contractor: CR Building Contractors Photography: TBC RIBA Services: Feasibility (1-2), Pre-application (3a), Certificate of Lawful Development (3b), Householder Planning (3b), Technical Design (4a), Detail Design (4b), Tender (4c), Contract Administration (5) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1691599213479-PCKT0IN6VSS2A12QEEJ5/The+Green+House-14+%C2%A9+Agnese+Sanvito.JPG Recent - THE GREEN HOUSE, London N4 Start: 02/2022 End: 08/2022 Area: 100 sqm (150sqm after) J Foster Architects extended an existing 100 sqm mid-terraced house in Islington, with views to Wray Crescent near to Finsbury Park tube. The addition of a second floor created a five bedroom, three bathroom house with 150sqm NIA. Construction commenced in February 2022 and completed in August 2022. Contractor: CR Building Contractors Structure: Blue Engineering Party Wall Surveyor: Teague and Co Approved Inspector: Assent Joinery: Tim Gaudin Joinery: Jacob Alexander Photography: © Agnese Sanvito RIBA Services: Feasibility (1-2), Certificate of Lawful Development (3b), Householder Planning (3b), Technical Design (4a), Detail Design (4b), Tender (4c), Contract Administration (5) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1694601408738-T6W8XQWXFDAGMUSM52G6/Enscape_2021-12-03-22-13-48.jpg Recent - BARNSBURY FLAT, London N1 Start: 07/2022 End: 01/2023 Gross area: 50 sqm J Foster Architects was appointed to convert an existing 120 sqm duplex flat in Islington, within the Barnsbury Conservation Area. The addition of an enlarged kitchen, rebuilding of a prominent bay window, and new conservation style sash windows throughout created an elegant set of internal spaces whilst upgrading the building fabric and heating system. Construction commenced in July 2022 and completed in January 2023. Structural Engineer: Blue Engineering Party Wall Surveyor: Teague and Co Approved Inspector: Assent Contractor: ACL Joinery: Tim Gaudin Photography: © Agnese Sanvito RIBA Services: Feasibility (1-2), Pre-application (3a), Certificate of Lawful Development (3b), Householder Planning (3b), Technical Design (4a), Detail Design (4b), Tender (4c), Contract Administration (5) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1694601942822-OHLN6EZCRFJG08SOWCD4/bed+3a.jpg Recent - HIGHBURY LOFT, London N5 Start: 04/2022 End: 01/2023 Gross area: 65 sqm J Foster Architects was appointed to convert an existing 65 sqm top floor including loft spaces in Islington in the Sotheby Road Conservation Area. The structural alteration of the roof structure to create additional height and the addition of bespoke joinery, two mezzanines created two spacious bedrooms and a study/library. Construction commenced in April 2022 and completed in January 2023. Structural Engineer: Solid Geometry Party Wall Surveyor: FFT Approved Inspector: Assent Contractor: Sara Int Ltd Joinery: Constructive and Co Stair and metalwork: Zedworks Photography: © Agnese Sanvito RIBA Services: Feasibility (1-2), Pre-application (3a), Certificate of Lawful Development (3b), Householder Planning (3b), Technical Design (4a), Detail Design (4b), Tender (4c), Contract Administration (5) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1697450612585-50KYENFATYWTRMSDD8AP/Thornhill-01+%C2%A9+Agnese+Sanvito.jpg Recent - Barnsbury House, London N1 Start: 01/2022 End: 04/2022 Gross area: 20 sqm J Foster Architects was appointed to install a home lift into an existing four storey Late-Victorian house within the Barnsbury Conservation Area. The home lift was carefully detailed into the original historic rooms using carefully matched mouldings, pocket doors and discreet detailing. It will allow the users and future generations safe and convenient access to the three main floors. Structural Engineer: Blue Engineering Party Wall Surveyor: Teague and Co Approved Inspector: Assent Contractor: ACL Home Lift: CIBES UK Photography: © Agnese Sanvito RIBA Services: Feasibility (1-2), Technical Design (4a), Detail Design (4b), Tender (4c), Contract Administration (5) http://www.jfosterarchitects.co.uk/archive daily 0.75 2024-05-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1499267778371-9K3R8ZVC7Q5HVHM88AE6/OS31_Park+Hill+Phase+Two+3d.jpg Archive - Park Hill - Phase 2, Sheffield (Urban Splash) Start: 11/2015 Gross area: 22,500 sqm Competition J Foster Architects in collaboration with OS31 and Nicholas Kirk Architects was shortlisted in an invited competition by Urban Splash to select the Phase 2 Architect for Park Hill in Sheffield, the largest listed structure in Europe. We were honoured to be whittled down to the final two, but ultimately yielded to the indomitable Mikhail Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1499252553521-HSAT8FONPNN61PTYYSB0/atrium+final.jpeg Archive - ARUP London Start: 03/2017 Gross area: 500 sqm Invited Competition J Foster Architects in collaboration with Nicholas Kirk Architects was shortlisted for an invited competition for ARUP Buildings London entitled No.8@Arup 2017. We presented to a jury panel consisting of each building discipline, including Chris Carroll (Director of Structure) and Nigel Tonks (Group Leader). Our entry 'Crop Cycle' was a pedal-powered vertical-farm embracing the theme of the circular economy and provided an alternative gustatory and olfactic approach to the brief.       https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1499264375903-OPTWRZDCTD1MROVLT9YV/crown+estate+2.jpg Archive - Victoria Park House Start: 01/2017 Gross area: 72 sqm Services: Feasibility, Lawful Development Certificate, Building Regulations. J Foster Architects was appointed to reconfigure an existing 72 sqm late 1970s purpose built terrace on the outskirts of Victoria Park. A Lawful Development Certificate (LDC) application for the conversion of the garage to provide additional habitable area with a large picture window proved contentious with Hackney. The LDC was finally approved in May 2017.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1508775316065-15UFCMCJT0S0V0WGR5CD/0.JPG Archive The RIBA held a competition in June 2017 to find a lead architect and design team to design a dedicated space in its Grade II* London headquarters 66 Portland Place. The Clore Duffield Foundation awarded the RIBA a generous grant towards construction of the new centre on the 4th floor, to comprise a studio, display area, terrace and study space. This was our expression of interest. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1519216973619-V5YKVPV376LGB2M3ANQ1/ext+005+all.jpg Archive - Horsell Common House Start: 12/2016 Gross area: 178 sqm Services: Feasibility, Pre-application, Planning Application, Building Regulations J Foster Architects was appointed to extend and convert a large detached house near Woking, Surrey. The existing house (133 sqm) dates from the 1930s with a 70s addition. The proposed rear extension clad in charred timber - shou sugi ban will create a spacious 178 sqm 4-bed 3-bath home with stunning views over Horsell Common. Planning consent was received in July 2017. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1531312077435-DWT0OBY959GDJODW4N4C/elev+f+pr.jpg Archive - BLACK BOXES, London N16 Start: 02/2018 Gross area: 100 sqm (140sqm after) J Foster Architects was appointed to extend an existing 100 sqm mid-terrace house in Hackney. The addition of a 40sqm roof extension and L-shaped dormer will create a spacious 5-bed 2-bath house. A Certificate of Lawful Development was granted in July 2018. Structural Engineer: Martin Redston Approved Inspector: Assent RIBA Services: Feasibility (1-2), Lawful Development (3b), Technical Design (4a) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1525246421451-143JOBNHR1NLMDFLY6LW/16.can+v1b+3000.jpg Archive - Canonbury House, London N1 Start: 07/2016 Gross area: 130 sqm (170sqm after) J Foster Architects was appointed to design a basement conversion for a Grade II listed Georgian Townhouse in the Canonbury Conservation Area. The proposal includes reducing the level of the existing cellar floor level to create additional habitable space for a playroom, study and utility room, and formation of a full depth lightwell to the street. Planning Approval and Listed Building Consent were originally granted in April 2018 for a full 40sqm basement plus a new front external lightwell and window. This has been approved again in July 2019 but for a fully underpinned structural solution. Structural Engineer: Constant SD Heritage Consultant: Fuller Long Approved Inspector: Assent Arboriculturist: John Crawshaw Party Wall Surveyor: EK McQuade RIBA Services: Feasibility (1-2), Preapplication (3a), Planning and Listed Building Application (3b), Building Control (4a) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1499256437801-0J6WOK8M56IHAWBFQ36J/17.290.jpg Archive - Holland Park House Start: 01/2017 Gross area: 125 sqm existing Services: Feasibility, Pre-application, Planning Application Structural Engineer: Price and Myers J Foster Architects was appointed to convert and extend an existing house nestled between an early-Victorian townhouse and a contemporary house in the Ladbroke Conservation Area, RBKC. The proposed addition of a rear extension, raised roof and small basement would create a spacious 150 sqm 2-bed 2-bath home with a private rear aspect and stunning views over the Ladbroke Estate Gardens. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1477328288024-73Q5Q6OLNENHD5WQJCE6/16.PET+forest.png Archive - Overview - Urban Cabin Urban Cabin in The Architect's Journal Founding director Jeremy Foster was approached to create a garden room for leisure and retreat for a designer located in her Islington garden. The architect sought to create a ‘sanctuary from urbanity and modernity’ and recreate the metaphorical cabin in the woods, but specific to its north-London garden setting. Interpreting the Norwegian ‘hytte’ cabin typology, (a remote and ascetic retreat with pared back functionality), the architect conceived of an intimate and flexible space sympathetic to its surroundings, beneath mature sycamore and ash trees. Clad externally in Siberian Larch, with openable brise-soleil screens to doors and windows, its orientation exploits north and south light and retains views over the garden. The interior is clad in douglas fir (lye and white soap finish) to create a light filled yet private interior. Structural wall and roof panels are made from plywood cassettes filled with Earthwool, and the structural floor deck sits on jackpads – I.e. no foundations. Planning consent for the 5sqm cabin was received in spring 2017. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1698048851651-ZJ9FDINPHUUX8SYYI60S/20.HIG+noise.jpg Archive - Highbury Hill House Start: 2021 Gross area: 30 sqm Services: Feasibility, Permitted Development Structural Engineer: Constant J Foster Architects was appointed to create a garden room (outbuilding) behind a Victorian townhouse in Highbury, Islington. The proposal is an elegant outbuilding clad in timber which will create a 30sqm internal space with stunning views onto the private rear garden. An inner skin is formed of PPC composite framed DGU units. A secondary skin is formed of a timber superframe. A tertiary skin is formed of vertical timber battens to provide shading and privacy. The roof is planted with intensive green roofing to soften the outbuilding’s appearance within the mature garden setting. This could include sedum and/or plug plants. Frameless glazed rooflights provide toplight to the internal space. http://www.jfosterarchitects.co.uk/about daily 0.75 2023-08-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554974851153-Y278ZPUG0Z9CXQ4RZWH3/14.SOT+ext+detail+1.jpg About - J Foster Architects We are a London-based practice founded in 2014 from a passion for the design and craft of delightful and durable buildings and spaces. We have significant experience delivering a growing portfolio of completed works. 'As little design as possible' , Dieter Rams The client’s brief underpins our approach and uniquely frames the ambitions and aspirations for each project. We harmonise the client’s needs with the site, environmental context, spatial programme, material palette and budget. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554974851153-Y278ZPUG0Z9CXQ4RZWH3/14.SOT+ext+detail+1.jpg About - J Foster Architects We are a London-based practice founded in 2014 from a passion for the design and craft of delightful and durable buildings and spaces. We have significant experience delivering a growing portfolio of completed works. 'As little design as possible' , Dieter Rams The client’s brief underpins our approach and uniquely frames the ambitions and aspirations for each project. We harmonise the client’s needs with the site, environmental context, spatial programme, material palette and budget. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554891334938-BFYXX7RNHOCDBNQZR3OU/IMG_1688.JPG About - Architecture We deliver architectural design and management services across all the RIBA project work stages – from concept design and planning, through detailed design and construction until completion and post-occupancy. We have worked in a diverse range of sectors – from public realm to commercial retail and offices, multi-dwelling and private, one-off houses. We have a proven track record in designing for constrained and sensitive sites. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554894655043-9VWTKXQI9VFS27XD103Y/modeljpg.jpg About - Services The RIBA Project Work Stages can be offered as a whole package for the duration of a project or tailored to suit specific client requirements. We add tangible value to every project stage, delivering innovative, intelligent and stimulating designs and refined architectural solutions. RIBA Project Work Stages 1-6 Stage 0 - Strategic Appraisal Stage 1 - Design Brief Stage 2 - Concept Design Stage 3 - Preapplication/Planning/Lawful Development Stage 4 - Technical Design Stage 4b - Detail Design Stage 4c - Tender Stage 4d - Contract Stage 5 - Construction/Contract Administration We carry out a site visit and consultation for new clients and develop a project outline and fee proposal letter based on this. Our process engenders a strong working relationship from the outset to achieve the best possible results. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554972227775-5VWPO72YMLIY0GBBKX1K/Top+Floor+Perspective.jpg About - Sustainability We are advocates of sustainable approaches to architecture and the myriad social, economic and environmental benefits. We try to include natural daylight, passive technologies, sustainable materials and elegant working details to make a virtue out of the pragmatic. The Circular Economy informs our approach to each project and we consider the lifecycle costs. Our aim is to minimise energy input, energy use, and environmental impact. Example project: Crop Cycle https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554920695265-2TO639VVOUULYZIUIS7E/Park-Hill-Brutalism_dezeen_3_1000.gif About - Masterplanning and Urban Design We have significant experience delivering larger, more complex urban projects. Our urban regeneration experience involved weaving contextual modernism into whole urban blocks with listed/conservation elements at their core. Sustainability and ecology was integral to the architecture, as was the structural and services design, the public realm hard landscaping, and architectural and amenity lighting. We have working relationships with some of the leading consultants in these disciplines. Example project: Urban Splash https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554894364251-ZSX0SXV8OWJZ21IX1FK2/IMG_0681.JPG About - Consultation and Engagement We believe that the design process enriches the end product and we evolve each project in close dialogue with the client, users and stakeholders. We have a wealth of experience of one-on-one consultations at Ask an Expert at the Homebuilding and Renovation Show, as well as Ask an Expert at the The Grand Designs Show. We also took part on the expert panel on the main stage at the Grand Designs Show. On our most sensitive heritage projects, design clinics, informal meetings and charrettes is a great way to engage with neighbours and the wider community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554897961947-ARVAW07SOW77LBE4DCD0/IMG_5802.JPG About - Construction Services Having overseen our own self-build projects with the floating-terrace, highbury-apartment and nano-nursery, we can appreciate the construction process from the other side; a contractor’s or self-builder’s perspective. We can offer valuable insight and a strategic overview from the earliest briefing to compiling tender documents, advising on procurement and contract and monitoring the works during construction whilst administering the contract. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554894376284-3AL4QC3H8NU3AFBAFGNR/IMG_9020.JPG About - Research and Education Research and Development is a cornerstone of the practice methodology. Cutting edge computer technology and visualisation software with enhanced BIM capabilities together with robust workflows and iterative feedback systems ensures design quality is maintained and continuously improved. In this way value is added for our clients. We are implementing BIM Level 2 in line with BS 1192. Links with education are crucial and Jeremy has been a guest Lecturer at Sheffield Hallam Institute of the Arts and a guest critic at the CASS, London. He also sits on the Design Review Panel for Islington since 2017. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554897058365-8ZDCDOAEMRBIG1V3KFG4/image-asset.jpeg About https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554896491431-W6OOW2VFJVKVZH6N4XAB/image-asset.jpeg About - Enscape 720p HQ https://static1.squarespace.com/static/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/5cadc056e4966b6b1a94fbf7/5cadd66acab339b768644b9f/1554896368493/ About - Horsell Common House https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1582735659347-2X0GJ8KUQ50BKEB2DV3O/IMG_3658.JPG About - People Jeremy Foster founded the practice in 2014 with a growing portfolio of residential work as well as retail, office and public realm. He lives and works in Islington. He previously worked for Simpson Haugh on One Blackfriars, a 48 storey tower, then whilst at Eric Parry Architects developed a professional portfolio of residential, commercial retail and CAT A office buildings of the highest calibre for Clients including Scottish Widows, Stanhope and The Crown Estate, namely the award winning One Eagle Place (BCO Award 2014) and 50 New Bond Street (RIBA Award 2012). He also worked on Patel Taylor’s 39 storey Tower at Southbank Place for Canary Wharf Contractors. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/580e28d8725e25139548ebe6/1554920783305-WR3DKC8TCO4IMXM1OSGQ/16.PET+forest.png About - Clients, Awards, Accreditations CLIENTS: Scottish Widows Stanhope The Crown Estate Canary Wharf Contractors TFL/LU Victoria Beckham Ltd Brothers and Sisters London Borough of Islington Hot Propertea ARCHITECTURAL COMPETITIONS Shortlisted 2017 The Story Of Making ARUP Entrant 2017 Schueco Awards Schueco + RIBA Entrant 2017 AJ Small Projects The Architects Journal Finalist 2015 Park Hill Phase 2, Urban Splash longlisted 2015 Leyton Cycle Hub Waltham Forest ARCHITECTURAL AWARDS BCO Award 2014 Eagle Place (Eric Parry Architects) RIBA London Award 2012 New Bond Street (Eric Parry Architects) ARCHITECTURAL PUBLICATIONS Sotheby Road 2017 The Architects Journal Sotheby Road 2017 The RIBA London Directory Iverson Road 2016 The Architects Journal Iverson Road 2016 The RIBA Interiors Directory Urban Cabin 2016 The Architects Journal ACCREDITATIONS: ARB RIBA CSCS http://www.jfosterarchitects.co.uk/contact daily 0.75 2023-08-09 http://www.jfosterarchitects.co.uk/news daily 0.75 2024-05-07