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Advanced washroom solutions from Ideal Standard and Armitage Shanks

Friday, 11th November 2022

When it comes to specifying and designing for commercial spaces, a well-designed washroom is key to ensuring a long-lasting, positive impression for end-users. Specifiers and architects must, therefore, consider a wide variety of factors like hygiene, sustainability and accessibility when... View Article

Preventing and Dealing with Workplace Electrical Hazards

Friday, 11th November 2022

Electricity is a very powerful force with the potential to cause harm or even be fatal. Electrical hazards are some of the most dangerous threats that people can face in the workplace, and working close to an electrical hazard can... View Article

AGC Glass UK and OnLevel UK collaborate to certify new solutions for frameless glazed balustrades and Juliet balconies

Friday, 11th November 2022

AGC Glass UK and OnLevel UK are pleased to announce that Stratobel Strong laminated safety glass is now certified in OnLevel’s frameless balustrade systems TL6020, TL3020 and Skyforce Juliet balcony for loads up to 0.74kN. OnLevel’s UK Operations Director Martyn... View Article

Purcell’s Radley College extension triumphs in 2022 Brick Awards

Friday, 11th November 2022

A painstakingly detailed extension to a chapel at Radley College, a private school in Oxfordshire, was the overall winner in the 2022 Brick Awards, held in London last night. The heritage project won in three award categories – Supreme Winner,... View Article

Surface Design Awards 2023 Finalists Announced

Thursday, 10th November 2022

The Surface Design Awards Finalists have been revealed with judges praising the high standard of innovation and sustainability in entries received from around the world. After a stringent judging process, the Finalists for this year’s Surface Design Awards have been selected,... View Article

London School of Economics receives airtight solution

Thursday, 10th November 2022

The Marshall Building, part of the renowned London School of Economics has been fitted with the Wraptite external air barrier system from the A. Proctor Group. Part of a winning design created by Grafton Architects, the impressive 10-storey building features... View Article

Advanced’s EvacGo offers the ideal solution to meet Part B of the Building Regulations’ December deadline

Thursday, 10th November 2022

With amended Part B (Fire Safety) of the Building Regulations coming into effect from 1st December 2022, fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced offers the ideal solution with its compliant evacuation alert system, EvacGo. Published on 1st June 2022, the updated Part... View Article

How digital specification is bringing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals to life

Thursday, 10th November 2022

With COP27 now underway, the construction industry will be poised for new recommendations on how to tackle the growing climate crisis. However, the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals already provide a framework for creating healthier and happier communities. Lee Jones of... View Article

Transform your project with a Kallisto feature staircase

Thursday, 10th November 2022

Feature staircases are a focal point of architectural design, and in large open spaces, they make a statement like no other – this is more than just a staircase. With a passion for craftsmanship and individuality, our mission is to... View Article

Woods Bagot to lead $100m masterplan of Art Deco icon Burnham Beeches, marking Six Senses first Australian venture

Thursday, 10th November 2022

Following extensive community consultation and planning, the Trenerry Consortium – comprised of the Victor Smorgon Group, Kanat Group and Trenerry Property – has revealed a $100m masterplan for historic Burnham Beeches, following the Consortium and Woods Bagot’s recently completed Sorrento... View Article

Sika donates green roof to facility aimed at tackling social isolation

Wednesday, 9th November 2022

LISTEN HERE Leading roofing manufacturer, Sika, has donated over £7,000 worth of materials to a social enterprise in Salford which is creating a safe, indoor space to host events and activities aimed at tackling social isolation. Created from two disused... View Article

ADF’s latest white paper ‘The Road to Zero Carbon (2030-2050)’ is now available

Wednesday, 9th November 2022

According to the World Green Building Council, buildings are globally responsible for half of the world’s total CO2 emissions and resource consumption, and 36% of global energy consumption. In 2019 RIBA joined the international Architects Declare movement to put practical... View Article

Gateway Central and Gateway West buildings completed at White City Place

Wednesday, 9th November 2022

The Gateway Central and Gateway West buildings at the White City Place business campus in west London are now completed and currently being marketed to prospective tenants by Stanhope, on behalf of Mitsui Fudosan and AIMCo and some of its... View Article

MVRDV completes dramatic transformation of a 1970s city block in Paris

Wednesday, 9th November 2022

Gaîté Montparnasse, the MVRDV-designed transformation of a city block just a short walk from Paris’ Tour Montparnasse, is now open. The project has rationalised the existing uses of the mixed-use block – which included a hotel, shopping centre, office space... View Article

Propelair water-saving toilets are the future of sustainable flushing

Wednesday, 9th November 2022

The increasing importance placed on addressing climate change and water scarcity within the UK construction industry has been evidenced recently by consultations with the UK government on water labelling, changes to Part G of the building regulations, and challenges related... View Article

The historic wintercircus building shines again in the centre of Ghent thanks to RENOLIT Alkorplan design

Tuesday, 8th November 2022

With a view to upgrading the existing one, the historic building under the protection of the Fine Arts will now house a concert hall, co-working spaces, bar and restaurant. Keys to success are the continuous support and advice at every... View Article

Ten years of advanced passive fire protection for curtain wall facades

Tuesday, 8th November 2022

Siderise Insulation is celebrating ten years since first having its curtain wall passive fire protection systems tested to the rigorous BS EN 1364-4 fire resistance standard. A decade on and an additional 16 successful tests later, its unique offering is... View Article

Mapei creates industrial-style at Everlast Gyms – with more to follow

Tuesday, 8th November 2022

LISTEN HERE Mapei’s Ultratop Loft floor finish has been installed at Everlast Gyms – Shirebrook in Mansfield. The installation, by Rossington Contracts, is part of an extensive refurbishment and ‘elevation’ programme which will include installations at up to 60 sites... View Article