2026 looks set to be another exciting year here at LA London. We’re looking forward to new projects and a renewed vision for LA London, both as a brand and as a business. 

But what developments will we see in the wider world of architecture and design in 2026? Here, LA London partners Kathryn Archer and Andrew Paulson share their top seven trend predictions for 2026.

In the latest in our series of articles on AI in architecture, LA London Associate – and our in-house AI expert – Miruna Stroe answers some questions about AI and IP, exploring the government’s new AI Opportunities Action Plan and the industry’s response, as well as our own policies and practices at LA London.

As we look forward to collaborating with Okurayama studio on an exciting new project, we spoke to fifth-generation CEO Takasuke Yamada about his work to continue his father’s legacy of craft, culture and community. 

In the second instalment of our two-part Guide for International Buyers, LA London partners Kathryn Archer and Andrew Paulson reveal the key considerations for overseas clients undertaking a renovation project in the capital.

Last month, LA London Associate Miruna Stroe was invited to join a panel of experts for the Luxury Property Forum’s webinar on AI and its impact on the luxury property industry. Here are Miruna’s reflections on how we currently use AI and its impact on the industry at large.

As part of our ‘Meet the Maker’ series to champion those in our industry who are shaping the sustainable agenda, we spoke to Pierre Bidaud, Creative Director at The Stonemasonry Company, to find out more about his background, what a typical day for him looks like, and what he’s excited about in 2025.

As part of our ‘Meet the Maker’ series to champion those in our industry who are shaping the sustainable agenda, we spoke to Graphenstone Paints founder Patrick Folkes to find out more about his background, what a typical day at Graphenstone looks like, and what he’s excited about in 2025.

As premium architects, LA London designs exceptional properties for the world’s most discerning clients, whose tastes evolve to embrace new innovations, technology, and trends. We frequently work with ultra high net worth individuals (UHNWIs) on their homes, observing and embracing new developments in luxury, convenience, and smart home tech. We’ve handpicked some of the key trends we’ve seen recently in the world of prime residential architecture and design.

With art from over 120 galleries, as well as talks, debates and workshops, London Art Fair is one of London’s top cultural events. Here are our top picks for this year’s fair, which takes place between 22nd and 26th January: