Based in Winchester and London, this company has been around since 1955, which is quite a while in the world of interiors. The name at this time was actually Evans, Roberts and Partners. As this was the name of the founding architects. Robert Adam joined the company in 1977. It subsequently changed to ADAM architecture in 2010.

They also work on Master Planning and urban development, specialising in sustainable design, and harmonious development and extensions. They have worked on extending areas of Cornwall and Newquay, Nansledan. Building homes in a way that benefits, and works with the existing structures is really the only way to build homes. Sadly , a fact not too many people know. 

Where has ADAM architecture worked?

They have worked in a range of places ranging from the uil and ,amu p[laces in the uk, as well as indiana, japan , USA and europe. Basically everywhere. They were awarded the driehaus architecture prize in 2017 which is a heavily renowned architecture prize in the architecture world. 

Projects they have worked on:

• Sackler library - Oxford

A brilliant looking library adding to the bodleian library of oxford university, which was founded in 1602. This is one of the oldest standing libraries in the world. It has all of the classical elements, and the traditional architecture of other areas of london. 

This library is available to visit, and use but is still owned by oxford university. 

• Millennium Gate - Atlanta

The gate is a triumph arch in georgia atlanta. It celebrates peace and accomplishment. Completed in 2008 this project cost around 20$ million dollars. It is also the entrance to the museum of atlanta. 

• Stocks house renovation - Hertfordshire

Stock's manor is a georgian mansion built in 1773. It is the largest property in the village. It was actually visited by the famous scottish poet Sir Walter scott. In addition  , the reconstruction of it was done by ADAM architecture, which is part of the Traditional architecture group. 

• William wake house - northampton

This is one of the largest new classical buildings in 50 years. This building actually is a healthcare facility in northamptonshire. 

• RAF bentley priory - london

This is new housing designed by ADAM architecture, as well as this this is more residential and therefore slightly more modern and functional than some of the other projects that have been undertaken by the architecture company

• Western Harbor - Leith

This too is a larger project, a residential property on the western harbor of leith, edinburgh. Started in 2004, this project is due to be completed in 2020. 

In addition to Adam architects, there are other a\rchiecture firms associated with the traditional architecture group. Such as Quinlan terry, another famous traditional architect. 

classical architects

In this day and age of the 21st century classical architectus are perhaps more rare than modern, or other styles, so it is important to recognise them and their achievements. Classical architecture is directly influenced by Greelk and Roman architecture of the past. It can actually almost all be traced back to one Roman architect  Vitruvius. 

This style was re-populated around 18th century Europe with richer circles and structures. You can often see examples of classical architecture in grand country homes and folly. 

vernacular architecture examples

To think of this,. It is pretty simple. Think of traditional buildings. From Skara brae in Scotland, to places in Sudan where they made things from clay. Clay has a very good way of regulating temperature in hot places. 

These are examples of vernacular architecture. In addition to this you may have heard of cob building.

What is Cob?

Cob is a building material that is made from subsoil, water and a natural material (usually straw) . it is a very versatile building material, and you will find it used around the world. 

The first recorded use of this is in 8000bc Jericho. But was probably used a lot before that too. 

Energy efficient

Cob buildings are energy efficient because they act as a thermal store. They take a long time to heat up and are cool in the baking heat of the day, but they are warm in the night because they slowly let the heat radiate through. 

In addition to  this there are also no bad chemicals used in this process, so if you are prone to allergies and cannot breathe in certain situations, it would be great to have a cob home. 

types of vernacular architecture

As we know we have cob homes, and stone homes as would be seen in ireland, scotland and england. But what else? What other types are there? 

Well really vernacular architecture is quite difficult to define because there are so many types

• Timber - Obviously this depends on region and quality of the building materials, some of the earliest buildings that are still standing in the uk today are timber framed. It is a time tested building materialism that is very strong. 

From the 18th century onwards, it was used for the poorest people only. And it was losing favor in the 17th century. So it is sometimes useful to know these things when trying to date a home. 

• Stone -  of course stone has been used for centuries as a building material.and there is a difference in stone varying where you go in the country, so things will look different.
• Brick - brick was used in the 16th century (medieval period). Brick could be moulded into shapes and components, so it advanced masonry and helped it be more complex and decorative. 
• Clay

modern vernacular architecture

Is there such a thing as modern vernacular architecture ? Well the answer is yes. Vernacular just alludes to the fact it is relevant to location and climate, so let us explore this a bit more. 

Because of all of the materials we have today modern vernacular homes incorporate energy efficiency and a little more, and more functional spaces. Less wasted space that will be needed to heat. In addition to this it also includes low carbon materials.