Holland Harvey Architects Focus on Social and Environmental Impact in Design Projects

Holland Harvey, an architecture and interiors studio based in Hackney, East London, was founded by Richard Holland and Jonathan Harvey. The firm emphasizes social and environmental considerations in its residential and hospitality designs. As a Certified B Corporation, it donates 1% of its annual time to assist third-sector clients. Notable projects include Corner at Tate Modern and Hoxton Shoreditch, with a portfolio featuring retrofit, low-impact, and heritage-led work. Currently, the studio is converting a 1930s bank in a City of London conservation area into a 200-key aparthotel for a new hospitality brand, expected to complete in 2027, aiming to reinterpret Art Deco interiors using natural and low-carbon materials. The designers describe their work as creating intuitive and context-connected spaces, often involving adaptive reuse of existing buildings. They highlight Corner at Tate Modern as a key project, showcasing how commercial hospitality can integrate social and environmental values, such as using recycled materials and local makers. Other ongoing efforts include transforming a historic townhouse in Marylebone into a boutique hotel and redeveloping derelict buildings in Hackney Wick into a food and beverage destination. The studio culture centers on food, with monthly team lunches, and involves testing materials like seaweed-based lighting and recycled concrete. Richard Holland and Jonathan Harvey, both from Southwest England, balance work with gardening and cycling, respectively, while admiring architects like Herzog & de Meuron for their repurposing of structures.