SOM Studio yields exceptional student work in MTBVU program

In fall 2023, the world-renowned architecture firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) ran the design studio of the Masters of Tall Buildings and Vertical Urbanism (MTBVU) program, a first-of-its-kind collaboration between the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) and the Illinois Institute... View Article

Sustainable Retrofit with Nordic Copper

“The copper could be specified with a reduced thickness, due to its strength, which reduced overall material use and embodied carbon emissions.” Adaptive reuse of existing buildings is an essential strategy to reduce embodied carbon, while regenerating our urban environments.... View Article

Futurebuild 2024 Conference Programme announced

Exciting News Unveiled! Futurebuild 2024 Conference is brimming with numerous captivating speaker sessions, all geared towards shaping the future of sustainable construction. It’s an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest industry trends, network with professionals, and gain industry... View Article

West Fraser – perfect for your panel projects in 2024

As the expert in innovative engineered wood panels for the UK construction and housebuilding market, West Fraser supports customers in many ways; one is the popular downloadable checklist for housebuilders and interactive product guide which proved invaluable in 2023. The... View Article

Boxing clever with West Fraser donation

West Fraser Europe has donated £600 to support a local boxing gym which provides training and workouts for members of all ages. The Doghouse Boxing Club, located in Stirling near the company’s manufacturing plant in Cowie, Scotland, was established in 2023... View Article

Forbo launches brand new awards for 2024

With the beginning of a new year, Forbo Flooring Systems is excited to launch its brand new Forbo Awards, replacing its previous Forbo Escapes competition. This new iteration of Forbo’s industry-renowned architectural design competition includes three categories, with a special... View Article

Schüco Excellence Awards 2024 now open for entries

Schüco is delighted to announce that entries are now open for the 2024 Schüco Excellence Awards, marking the eleventh year of the event. These industry-renowned awards celebrate outstanding design incorporating Schüco façade, window, and door systems. Presented in partnership with... View Article

Mapei Purtop Easy awarded BBA Certification

Mapei has received BBA Certification for its liquid waterproofing system – Purtop Easy. A single-component, cold liquid-applied polyurethane roof waterproofing membrane, Purtop Easy is used to protect roofs, balconies and terraces, making substrates completely waterproof even at low temperatures. The... View Article

Bring maximum performance to housing projects

Xtreme sheet vinyl flooring from Beauflor® brings maximum performance to housing projects. Delivering excellent value and enjoying home-like wood and stone designs, sheet vinyl makes an excellent flooring choice in affordable and social housing. With the Xtreme collection from Beauflor,... View Article

Greenville County Administration Building completes

Foster + Partners has completed the Greenville County Administration Building, which is the focal point of the Greenville County Square redevelopment in South Carolina. The wider masterplan, developed by RocaPoint Partners, draws the urban grain from downtown through the site,... View Article

BBA Certification for Mapei Purtop 1000N

Mapei PURTOP 1000N liquid roof waterproofing system has been awarded BBA Certification. A two-component solvent-free, fast curing pure polyurea membrane, Purtop 1000N forms a waterproof coating for roofs and podium decks, as well as waterproofing and protecting storage tanks. During... View Article