April 2026

Cheten and Richard will be attending UK REiiF and we would love to connect with others who are going. If you’re attending, please drop us a message or come and say hello. One session we’re especially looking forward to: Cheten will be on the panel for SLR Consulting’s “Built to Forget: Where’s the Care in Retirement Living?” on Wednesday, 1:00–2:00pm. This expert panel will explore why design, policy and investment must recognise the realities of ageing and treat care as essential infrastructure. Hope to see you there. #UKREiiF #Leeds #RetirementLiving #LaterLiving #SocialInfrastructure #Care #Design #Policy #Investment #BuiltEnvironment #RealEstate

During a recent visit to our Thornley site in County Durham, Matt saw first-hand how innovation has been embedded into the delivery of this seven-home scheme. Working alongside JT Consultancy, a standout feature of the project has been the deployment of a robotic blocklaying system on a live construction site - moving beyond controlled trials and into day-to-day delivery. Using digital setting-out data and precision control, the robot places blocks accurately to line and level on long, repeatable runs of masonry. By taking on the most repetitive aspects of block placement, the technology supports skilled bricklayers on site - reducing manual handling, minimising fatigue, and helping to maintain consistent quality at pace. What makes this approach especially innovative is not only the technology itself, but how it has been integrated into a real construction programme - safely, practically, and alongside the workforce on site. The Thornley project reflects how we are pushing the boundaries of traditional construction, using automation and cross-sector learning to tackle productivity challenges, respond to skills shortages, and strengthen build quality. By combining architectural expertise with emerging construction technologies, we’re helping redefine how homes can be delivered with greater certainty, efficiency, and safety—while still valuing the human skill that underpins great workmanship. The new homes are now complete and look fantastic. The quality of workmanship and the pace of progress throughout are a real credit to everyone involved. The team’s dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to programme targets ensured the project was delivered on time. We’re proud to see these homes ready to welcome residents and support a thriving new community in Thornley. #RIBA #Architecture #Construction #ResidentialDevelopment #Housing #Innovation #Robotics #ModernMethodsOfConstruction #Architecture #BuiltEnvironment #UKConstruction

We were delighted to welcome Gabriel to Boast Architects for four days of work experience, completed over four weeks. Gabriel is a T Level student at Oaklands College, and his placement formed part of a programme organised by Norma Odain-Hines at Morgan Sindall Construction. This opportunity added real value to Gabriel’s learning journey, giving him hands-on insight into an architectural practice and helping build his confidence, professional skills, and independence. During his time with us, Gabriel took part in a small design project where he developed a brief, carried out research, and designed an outbuilding using a range of drawing and presentation methods. Gabriel was enthusiastic, polite and professional throughout. We expect he will do very well in his future career, and we’re proud to have supported him through this placement. Thank you to Oaklands College and to Morgan Sindall for making this opportunity possible and to Gabriel for bringing such a positive attitude to our design studio. #WorkExperience #TLevels #OaklandsCollege #Architecture #Architects #BoastArchitects #MorganSindall #Skills #FutureTalent #Education