McBains is featured in RIBA Journal for our role as structural engineers on Highgate Newtown Community Centre in Camden.
The development combines community spaces and housing within a challenging urban setting. Our team supported the delivery through evolving design and regulatory requirements, ensuring structural integrity while enabling the project’s social and architectural ambitions.
From the residential block to the multi-use hall, the structural strategy was about more than just stability: it was about helping create a building that will serve residents and the wider community for years to come.
Lee Wingate, Civil & Structural Director at McBains, said: "Projects like Highgate Newtown Community Centre highlight how structural engineering underpins places that deliver real community value. It’s inspiring to see a building come together that balances technical performance with social impact.”
Read the full article here: Highgate Newtown Community Centre: people-focused Camden hub | RIBAJ
