Space Popular is one of the most colourful practices in architecture – breaking from the norm of wearing black, co-founders Lara Lesmes and Fredrik Hellberg can often be seen in pink trousers or multi-coloured shirts. And their work is equally colourful.

They began teaching at the Architectural Association two years ago and, although eyes are currently on the school for other reasons, the work of Space Popular’s Tools for Architecture unit should not be missed.

Space Popular’s stand-out project of 2017 saw them complete an installation exploring future uses of glass in architecture at Sto Werkstatt in London (pictured) which mixed ideas drawn from German Expressionism with intricate graphics, a kaleidoscope of colours, and VR technology.

Although the practice has built in Asia, they have little finished work to show here in the UK. But, as their work gains traction and a more colourful movement begins to take hold in architecture with flamboyant projects by the likes of Sam Jacob Studio, Bompas & Parr, and Adam Nathaniel Furman also gaining acclaim, it looks like 2018 will be a good year for the up-and-coming firm.