The blog of Simon Kennedy, Architectural Photographer based in London. This garden and pavilion project was designed by London-based practice SimpsonHaugh Architects, with the planting and hard-landscaping by London-based landscape architects Gillespies. The design features bronze cladding that changes colour with the light, Cor-ten planters and spectacular views across the city. Design is by Simpsonhaugh […]
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The blog of Simon Kennedy, Architectural Photographer based in London. Designed by London-based HAL Architects, this scheme is located close to Trinity Buoy Wharf in East London. This structure marks the first step in the ongoing redevelopment of Leamouth South, and reflects the fascinating existing character of the area. The structure contains exterior terraces and […]
The blog of Simon Kennedy, Architectural Photographer based in London. The design to refurbish an existing Grade II Listed London Board School was completed by London-based Haverstock Architects. The scheme adds a new three-storey extension (a perforated Cor-Ten box on a brick plinth) and included essential restoration work to the listed building, preserving the character […]
The blog of Simon Kennedy, Architectural Photographer based in London. This ongoing project to photograph exhibitions was instructed by the V and A, as a method of recording and celebrating their highly sophisticated and meticulously detailed and crafted exhibitions. Before the shoot I was very fortunate to be informed of the sheer level engagement that […]
The blog of Simon Kennedy, Architectural Photographer based in London. The design by London-based MJP Architects, creates an inclusive and accessible building, with the experience of the student as its key concern. Student rooms form clusters, with shared amenities including kitchens and living rooms, and with varying room sizes to suit a range of budgets. […]
The blog of Simon Kennedy, Architectural Photographer based in London. London-based Coup De Ville Architects completed this total remodelling of a townhouse in Hammersmith, West London. The circulation and structure were fully reconfigured, and a new, double-height space was inserted bringing significant additional light into the house. Larged glazed areas were added to the rear […]
The blog of Simon Kennedy, Architectural Photographer based in London. London and worldwide practice HKS Architects designed this new build school for Glenworth, East London. The site was very difficult and constrained, leading to the requirement for highly efficient floor plans to fit the functions of the school onto the site. The design was so […]
The blog of Simon Kennedy, Architectural Photographer based in London. This stunning cantilevered contemporary residence was designed by Henley-based practice Trace Architects, for an extraordinary site on the edge of Wimbledon golf course. The design features a glazed, cantilevered box on top with terraces that take advantage of the extensive views, and a large basement […]
The blog of Simon Kennedy, Architectural Photographer based in London. This project completed by London-based HAL Architects features the imaginative reuse of existing industrial structures, yards and lanes, and provides a new bakery, events space and a marketing suite for the future development of the area. Forecourt with blue surfaces at the Brentford Project, West […]
The blog of Simon Kennedy, Architectural Photographer based in London. This residential project in a prominent position in Camden, NW1, London, was completed by London-based Sheppard Robson Architects. Comprising of an even split between affordable and private residences (164 in total), the building takes the form of an “S” shape in plan that provides two […]