A few of the RT architects have been working hard recently (in the pub) to get some ideas together for our latest competition entry. Hopefully all will be revealed soon!
The Wall of Frame...
Last week saw the final piece being hung to create the new RT Wall of Frame. Each person in the office has chosen one image to brighten up a previously dull wall.
We are recruiting...
We are looking for Part I, Part II or a newly qualified Architect to join our Waterloo Studio. The successful candidates will join our existing teams working on a mixture of Education, Housing and Commercial Projects.
We require candidates to be able to work in a team structure, be self-motivated and ideally be able to use Revit BIM.
Please send your CV in A4 .pdf format (max. 8 pages) to studio@rocktownsend.co.uk . .
Rock Townsend is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Pop-Up Burns' Night ...
Director Alistair Hay treated the studio to a pop-up Burns' Supper with haggis, seaweed and whisky. He addressed the haggis in true Robert Burns style.
Lunch Club ...
Lunch Club has now been running at Rock Townsend for nearly a year and a half, members have been and gone but we are still 5 strong and Mr Bangs impressed the group today with his home made chilli. Tres tasty Dan, I'd say a well deserved 8/10.
First ever lunch club circa September 2012 ...
Back to basics
Back in the office after his great American road trip, Richard wastes no time in immersing himself in the traditions of yesteryear. This week’s lesson comes in the form of the drawing board. A novel tool apparently used by architects in a time gone by. Well done Richard.
Tim tries: Baking
This week Tim has turned his hand to a spot of cooking, more specifically baking some brownies for cake Monday. No absentees yet means it must have been good. Well done Tim.
Staff Rides #2
Have you got a name for your bike?
Yes, Bella.
Why did you start scooting to work?
When I moved to London for my Part 1 year out I bought ‘Bella’.
How far do you commute?
Limehouse, East London. Not too far, takes about 20 minutes if I put my foot (twist my hand) down.
What’s the best and worst thing about riding a 1961 Vespa to work?
Best is the looks and comments you get from people. I was once waiting on Tower Bridge for the lights to change, and a group of 20 Japanese tourists starting taking photos of my bike.
Worst is that I don’t have mirrors, and lorry/busses are VERY big compared to me.
How long have you had your bike?
3 years. But she is 52 years old now, so you have to treat an old lady with respect!
Whats your favourite bike accessory?
No bike accessory is cool. The less the better.
Where do you most like to cycle?
Anywhere but the tight streets of Shoreditch are always fun.
Staff Rides #1
Pt2 Architectural Assistant James Ford tells us a little about his bike and what motivated him to cycle to work through the busy London Streets.
Have you got a name for your bike?
My bike is called Larry.
Why did you start cycling to work?
When I first started working for Rocktownsend I used to commute on the tube. I was new to living in central London so it took be a little time to become familiar with the route to work. I think the final push came with the arrival of the Olympics to London. With threats of packed trains and delays I decided to take matters into my own hands and cycle the 5 miles to work.
Whats the best and worst thing about cycling to work?
The best thing has to be the time I save over catching the tube. Its 40 minutes underground compared to 25 on the bike! The worst has to be cycling in the rain and the snow, but as long as you wear the rite clobber you’re all good.
How long have you had your bike?
I've had it a couple of years now. It started life as a Specialized Langster but I can never really leave anything alone so it didn’t take long to swap the wheels, crank, bars and seat out and paint everything green. Triggers broom and all that.
Whats your favourite bike accessory?
My pedals and clips. No.. the bars. Oh I don’t know.
Where do you most like to cycle?
Richmond Park.