White Ink Welcomes New Staff! 2021 has been a big year for growing our team! In addition to 4 new part 1s we have also welcomed 2 new architects – Noelene Russell & Lidia Cabanillas, 2 new part 2s – Tiarnan McIlhatton & Elena Spinu and a new Architectural Technologist Michael Henry. We have a…
BIM, Revit and VR The advancement of BIM (Building Information Modelling) and 3D software (Revit) has revolutionised the construction industry. We have embraced these industry changes and since 2013 have invested heavily in software, hardware and training to be at the forefront of BIM. More recently we have invested heavily in VR software, equipment and…
Contractor Bids We provide assistance and advice to contractors at tender stage: Review of tender information received to identify any shortfalls, risks and/or exclusions; Provision of comprehensive advice to inform tender bids or raise questions with client team; Attendance at mid- or full-stage tender interview. More Expert Services projects…
Adding Value & Optimisation We have created a distinct niche and reputation for adding value to projects and making them feasible for clients by improving efficiency, buildability and commercial viability without compromising design. In some cases our ability to add value has allowed the budget to be re-distributed where it can make a difference. In…
Design DevelopmentBy assessment and analysis of design information at RIBA Stage 2/3 we help clients by: Checking that a proposed scheme meets statutory requirements, building regulations, employer’s requirements and any associated brand standards. It is surprising how many schemes are developed to Stage 2, 3 or even beyond with little regard for building and fire…
Feasibility & Development ConsultancyWe help clients with: Assessment of the economic value of sites to determine commercial viability of a development; Establishing the space/area parameters necessary to balance the figures; Consideration and advice on planning and development constraints, statutory requirements, site specific risks, legal constraints; Sketch design proposals including masterplan development if necessary. More Expert…
Ted Baker Apartments, BournemouthCompleted2015Budget£48mLocationBournemouthClientTHAT Group Terrace Mount Residences: a fashionable collaboration. White Ink Architects worked alongside the internationally renowned designers Ted Baker to deliver a unique apartment scheme in Bournemouth. Internally, White Ink Architects liaised closely with the developer’s creative team to create flexible spacious layouts, synonymous with modern lifestyle requirements. Integrated sliding panels allow…
60 Fountain St, ManchesterCompleted2015Budget£500kLocationManchesterClientMcAleer & Rushe: Property White Ink Architects transformed this existing 6-storey office building with the insertion of a new double height glazed façade which provides an upmarket identity for the building and gives it much needed street presence within the prime core of Manchester City Centre. The reconfigured entrance area with feature…
Nazareth House, DublinCompleted2012Budget£5.5mLocationDublinClientSisters of Nazareth Nazareth House is a residential care home situated on a leafy site on the outskirts of Dublin. This project, which is phase 1 of an overall masterplan developed for the site by White Ink Architects, involved the replacement of an existing 1970’s 1-storey administrative entrance block with a 3-storey building…
Hampton Hotel, BournemouthCompleted2015Budget£48mLocationBournemouthClientTHAT GroupAwardsConstruction News Awards 2016: Finalist – Project of the Year £10m-£50m The 120-bed Hampton by Hilton Hotel is part of a mixed-use landmark development consisting of three building blocks which culminate in a 13-storey glazed tower facing the seafront at the most southerly part of the site. The 5-storey hotel is located…
