by Michael Costello | Jan 28, 2019 | Articles
In a recent article we described the main characteristics of Georgian architecture. This article builds on that, giving examples of Georgian houses and Georgian buildings from which we have sourced authentic details of architectural joinery that have provided the...
by Michael Costello | Oct 14, 2018 | Articles
“The first rule of sustainability is to align with natural forces, or at least not try to defy them” Paul Hawken There is an expression “you can’t make a good silk from a goat’s fleece” and the same principle applies when selecting the correct material for...
by Michael Costello | Aug 24, 2018 | Articles
In this article we explore some of the characteristics of Victorian architectural design and show how these are represented in our collection of Victorian architectural joinery. The reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901) cannot be defined by a single architectural style....
by Liz Grassby | Jun 19, 2018 | Articles
Chiaroscuro is an Italian term coined by artists and art historians to describe the use of strong tonal contrasts between light and dark to achieve a sense of volume in modelling three-dimensional objects. So, what has chiaroscuro got to do with architectural joinery...
by Liz Grassby | May 4, 2018 | Articles
The sensitive restoration of a period property raises a number of questions relating to the choice of interior joinery details and door design. Regardless of whether the property is listed or not, we urge you to consider door designs that date from the same period as...
by Liz Grassby | Mar 29, 2018 | Case Studies
Classically styled new build properties reach perfection when the quality and styling of the internal details are harmonious with those of the exterior. This was certainly true in the case of this prestigious townhouse redevelopment project in Henley on Thames. The...
by Liz Grassby | Mar 22, 2018 | Case Studies
Over 100 bespoke internal doors and 2 kilometres of Atkey and Company’s Victorian Collection architraves and skirting were created, supplied and fitted in the creation of a vast classically inspired new build luxury property on the exclusive The Bishops Avenue,...
by Liz Grassby | Mar 12, 2018 | Articles
John Nash was one of the most successful, prolific and influential architects of his generation, responsible for the impressive Regency streets, squares, terraces and crescents that give London much of its unique character to this day. Nash is synonymous with Regency...
by Liz Grassby | Feb 7, 2018 | Case Studies
Chester Square in Belgravia, with its famous white stucco terraces, overlooking a large expanse of private gardens, is one of the most highly regarded, and priced, locations in London. Atkey and Company created bespoke Victorian joinery for the refurbishment of an...
by Liz Grassby | Jan 21, 2018 | Press
“Atkey and Company work closely with clients in London and beyond who are repairing and refurbishing period properties”. This article features examples of panelled doors fitted in two London refurbishment projects. It celebrates the launch of our new...
