SUNKEN HOUSE BY ADJAYE ASSOCIATES

Sunken House is an excellent example of a pre-fabricated home which was erected in just five days. Constructed from Eurban's solid spruce timber panels; the residence reportedly reduces carbon dioxide emissions for every cubic metre compared with brick or block build methods.

Carbon footprint aside, I adore the window placement which wraps around the faces of the cube and the material juxtaposition of the dark timber against clear glazing.

http://www.adjaye.com

KELLY HOPPEN'S NOTTING HILL HOME

Four letters: L O V E

www.kellyhoppenretail.com

KING'S CROSS PUBLIC SQUARE

It has been announced today that London-based firm, Stanton Williams, has won an international competition to design the new King's Cross public square development.

At 7000 square metres, the open space will become one of London's largest and will complete Network Rail's £500m redevelopment of the station site. Addressing the immediate inner city context; the design will also free up the surrounding space for the millions of passengers who use the station each year, as well as allow more light into the interior station space.

In addition, the proposal will also reveal the 150 year old Grade II listed Southern facade.

The completion is scheduled for 2013 and I, for one, am eagerly anticipating the outcome!

ANTHROPOLOGIE

At the back of Anthropologie's Regent Street branch lies a green wall; spanning three floors and boasting 18,000 plants. The living centrepiece is a real asset to the store and complements the steel and glass staircase. As well as being a strong focal point, the wall also improves interior climate. A must-visit when in London!

http://www.anthropologie.com

ISSEY MIYAKE STORE

ARCHITECTS: STANTON WILLIAMS

Seamless detailing in terms of construction, plus a restrained use of well-chosen materials, enhance this retail space situated in Central London.

http://www.stantonwilliams.com/