August 2026

We held our first Fika Thursday this month for some of the Boast team and this challenge had us putting our taste buds to the test

It was fantastic for the Boast Architects team to visit RDT Architects recently completed Furzewood Lodge Care Home and see first-hand how this impressive new care home has taken shape on site. Site visits like this are hugely valuable for our team. For both Boast and RDT, it is an important reminder of the impact our work has on the quality, functionality and experience of the spaces we help create. Little Furze Care Home is a purpose-built 75-bedroom care home in South Oxhey, Hertfordshire, delivered for Hertfordshire County Council on the former Little Furze Primary School site. The project presented a number of exciting challenges, including a steeply sloping site, protected ancient woodland boundaries and ambitious sustainability objectives, including BREEAM “Very Good” and a low-carbon, fully electric care home strategy. RDT Architects played a key role through the early RIBA work stages, including pre-planning, planning and technical design development, helping to shape a design that responds carefully to the site’s levels, surroundings and future residents’ needs. The project programme also identifies RDT input across RIBA Stages 1 to 6, reflecting the importance of continued architectural involvement from concept through to construction and handover. Seeing the building on site brings that journey to life. It allows the team to appreciate the scale, detail and buildability of the design, while also strengthening our shared knowledge across the Boast and RDT teams. A great opportunity to reflect on the work that has gone into the project, celebrate the collaboration behind it, and continue learning from the buildings we help deliver. #RDTArchitects #BoastArchitects #CareHomeDesign #Architecture #Architects #Construction #ConstructionIndustry #HealthcareDesign #LaterLiving #SustainableDesign #BREEAM #Hertfordshire #SouthOxhey #TeamVisit #SiteVisit #Collaboration #LearningAndDevelopment

James passed the award on to Lauren in recognition of her dedication, hard work and excellent workload management. Her ability to stay organised, focused and committed, even while juggling a busy workload, has not gone unnoticed. Our Star Award is all about recognising those everyday moments that make a real difference - whether that’s going above and beyond, supporting a colleague, sharing knowledge, or helping to create the positive and collaborative culture we value across the practice. Congratulations Lauren - a very well-deserved recognition, and thank you for the commitment and professionalism you bring to the team. 👏 #BoastArchitects #StarAward #TeamRecognition #Dedication #HardWork #WorkloadManagement #Teamwork #Collaboration #StaffRecognition #Architecture #ProudTeam

We are delighted to share that Marion Clapp’s role across RDT Architects and Boast Architects has evolved to Head of Marketing and Client Engagement. This position reflects both the continued growth of our businesses and the important part Marion plays in shaping how clients, collaborators and visitors experience us from the very first interaction. From marketing and communications to networking, relationship-building and creating a warm, professional first impression, Marion’s role is central to how we present ourselves and connect with the people we work with. As RDT Architects and Boast Architects continue to develop and grow, this role recognises the value of strong client relationships, thoughtful communication and a consistent brand presence across everything we do. Congratulations Marion - a well-deserved recognition of the impact you make. #RDTArchitects #BoastArchitects #ClientEngagement #Marketing #Architecture #CompanyGrowth #ClientExperience #TeamNews