Author: Hyphen
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Making better use of existing warehouse assets
By Shakir Sufian, senior architect and logistics lead UK at Hyphen Changes to layout, access and the use of space can improve a warehouse’s capacity and performance. Architectural advice helps assess what the building can accommodate and which compliance issues need addressing before committing to expansion or redevelopment. A warehouse’s ability to support a business…
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Turning historic buildings into distinctive hotel assets
By Olaf Gröger, director at Hyphen A historic building’s character can contribute to its commercial appeal as a hotel. Realising that opportunity takes architectural know-how to preserve original features while accommodating modern services and daily operations. For real estate developers, asset managers and investors, historic buildings offer the opportunity to create hotels with a distinctive…
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Drawing respite into Seoul: David Shipley wins 2026 Chris Henderson Drawing Prize
David Shipley’s winning project explores mental wellbeing, community and connection in Seoul through hand drawing and biophilic design. How can architecture help people pause, gather and feel connected in a dense, fast-moving city? That question sits at the centre of Putting the Heart into Seoul: Providing Respite & Wellbeing in a Modern Megacity, the winning…
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What makes an office suitable for conversion into a hotel?
By: Olaf Gröger, director at Hyphen Underused office buildings can offer new opportunities for hospitality, but not every property will make a viable hotel. Hyphen director Olaf Gröger considers the location, planning, spatial and operational questions that need to be tested. Changing patterns of work, leisure and travel are prompting owners and investors to look…
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How power, cooling and flexibility are affecting data centre design
Power availability, changing cooling requirements and the need for flexibility are placing new demands on data centre projects. Hyphen’s Matilda Marku and Darragh Beggan contributed to a recent RIBAJ and Tate discussion examining these issues. Power constraints, more demanding cooling requirements and rapidly changing technology are influencing how data centres are planned and designed. These…
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The power of ‘built in’ building control expertise
By: Georgina Mullen, director at Hyphen Building control expertise within an architectural practice helps teams address compliance from the outset. Hyphen director Georgina Mullen explains how early collaboration and technical know-how can reduce the risk of costly redesign and support safe, compliant buildings. There is a phrase I’ve heard far too often in our industry:…
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Investing in excellence – Promotions in France
Corina Cristescu and Katia Souni have been promoted to associate in Hyphen’s France team, recognising their technical know-how, client relationships and contribution to project delivery. At Hyphen, we know that delivering architectural excellence takes people who understand what matters most to our clients and who bring the clarity, energy and trust needed to bring teams…
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Hyphen moves up to 75th place in the WA100 2026
A reflection on our growth, capabilities, and the people behind them Hyphen has been included in the WA100 2026, the annual survey published by Building Design, which recognises the world’s largest architectural practices by number of fee-earning architects. Ranked at 75th, up from 79th place last year, this year’s inclusion reflects how we’ve grown and…
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Leadership that drives results and builds partnerships across regions
Four promotions across Northern Ireland, Mexico, Ireland and Chile strengthen Hyphen’s leadership team, bringing technical expertise, sector experience and close client relationships to our work across regions. At Hyphen, delivering excellence means collaboration and strong leadership. As we start 2026, we’re delighted to announce four promotions that strengthen our ability to deliver and build successful…
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Eva Diego appointed CEO of Hyphen
A leadership transition shaped by continuity, experience and long-term thinking. Eva Diego has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Hyphen, following a planned leadership transition. The appointment reflects both where the practice is today and how it is set up to operate in the years ahead. Eva has been part of Hyphen’s leadership for many…
