Our design philosophy enables us to work on a wide range of building and project types. We enjoy the stimulation of new challenges, where constraints demand an innovative solution.

An ecological approach to the design of the built environment is at the heart of our work. Sustainable construction - creating buildings in a way that can be sustained - is an inherent part of a rational approach to architecture. In a developing field, we maintain a flexible and progressive approach, avoiding prescriptive solutions.

Programme, budget, and a client’s own priorities all form part of the context for an individual design.

We have expertise in using natural building materials to achieve high performance buildings with low ecological impact and healthy internal environments.

We have worked on projects which prototype ways of mainstreaming innovative green construction.
We also recognise the importance of developing social progress and cultural sustainability alongside the built environment.

Arc is a RIBA 2030 Challenge Practice.