Optimising domestic soundproofing with Maxiboard

Major upgrades to acoustic insulation levels are vital if homeowners and tenants are to truly experience ‘comfort’ in their domestic environment, matching the transformation of the thermal efficiency of many UK homes. With only 25% of UK homes being classed... View Article

A robust case for timber windows

Today’s timber windows are vastly improved on their predecessors, but a recent survey and round table found that specifiers’ misconceptions are still making them wary, says Tracy Pomfret of George Barnsdale Rishi Sunak’s U-turn on attending COP 27 came to... View Article

The embodiment of low carbon

Craig Edwards from WMS Underfloor Heating gives his views on why the latest embodied carbon data on heating systems shows that underfloor heating is the option to consider for specifiers pursuing low emissions The total carbon emissions from a building... View Article

Resiblock score at the FIFA World Cup

For the next month the eyes of the planet will be glued on Qatar for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. As the World’s Favourite Players battle it out to determine who is the best in the world at football, The... View Article

Rising to the refurb challenge

Renovating older buildings requires a delicate balance of facilitating disability access while remaining sensitive to a building’s original character, says Sean O’Sullivan from The Platform Lift Company A visit to a local market town or high street provides stark evidence of... View Article

Introducting Tecound membrane from Soprema

Acoustic consideration is paramount in both new build and renovation projects. Soprema has a proven track record in the field of contact and airborne noise reduction products and our range of soundproofing solutions includes the TECSOUND polymer based, bitumen-free, high-density... View Article

Supporting animal care in a Yorkshire vet practice

Challenge CLIENT: Wicstun Veterinary Group LIFT TYPE: A 5-person (400kg), hydraulic-drive vertical platform lift The Stannah Midilift SL platform lift was specified by Phil Walker, client agent for Wicstun Veterinary Group: “The new-build practice in Market Weighton needed supplementary access... View Article

Perforated panels combine safety, functionality and aesthetics

LISTEN HERE ​​​​​​Overlooking the Manchester City Canal, a total of 500 apartments are being built in Manchester Waters. The location, quality and facilities are unique, and the selection ranges from studios to 3-bedroom apartments. The first blocks are finished and... View Article

Futurebuild returns for 2023

Futurebuild 2023 registration is now live, make sure to get your free ticket to attend. The sustainability pioneer returns to London’s ExCeL, on 07-09 March 2023. Now in its 17th year, Futurebuild will showcase an exhibition of over 400 large-scale brands... View Article

Zentia renames one of its most popular ceiling tile ranges

Zentia’s new Fission range will incorporate the former Tatra, Cortega and Fine Fissured tiles. Leading UK ceiling manufacturers Zentia are bringing together and renaming three of their most popular mineral tiles. The new Fission range will comprise Fission (formerly Tatra),... View Article

Ask the Architects: George Aboagye Williams & Priya Nahal

LISTEN HERE Newly-qualified architects George Aboagye Williams & Priya Nahal discuss what they enjoy about being at Perkins&Will, who recently merged with Penoyre & Prasad and have invested in a programme to foster young talent within the practice What made... View Article

Back to the Futurebuild – on the path to net zero

LISTEN HERE Futurebuild is doubling down on its sustainability goals with a promise to bring inspiring ideas on how the industry can reach net zero, with “innovative solutions and knowledge sharing” at London’s ExCel on March 7-9 Now in its... View Article

A new gateway for Newcastle

LISTEN HERE As part of a large-scale regeneration of Newcastle’s city centre, its Victorian station is undergoing a revitalising refurbishment. Here, Alex Vafeiadi of Atkins tells Jack Wooler how the firm was able to bring all the stakeholders together to... View Article

Building good bones

LISTEN HERE A new healthcare facility by global architecture practice HKS transformed a business park in an Atlanta suburb, and set the precedent for the care provider to invest $1bn in developing the wider site. Roseanne Field reports on this... View Article