All articles by Veronica Simpson

Veronica Simpson

Sir Nicholas Grimshaw obituary

A reflection on the contribution of Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, one of the Brits who shaped the modern world.

Brief Encounters: Leuven’s festival of public art and poetry

The Belgian city of Leuven is celebrating its university’s 600th year with a festival of public art and poetry

V&A East Storehouse: A radical reinvention

Diller, Scofidio & Renfro’s inspired and accessible retrofit

Brief Encounters – Hazelmead Bridport Cohousing scheme

A tribute to the commitment of a cohousing group and the architect who helped them realise their dreams…

Inclusive City: The flourishing of equality and inclusivity in the public realm

Unveiling a new generation of space-enhancing, inclusive interventions

Women in design leadership

Veronica Simpson talks to three leading figures who are excelling in their fields

Brief Encounters – Splash: A Century of Swimming and Style

Veronica Simpson dives into the Design Museum’s celebration of swimwear and pool culture.

Brighter Later

Healthcare In the space of ten years, the UK has gone from one of Europe’s worst providers of ‘later life’ housing to one of the most interesting