Going beyond Gateway 2

Chris Hall of Siderise looks at the new design quality regime under the Building Sagfety Act, and the Gateway 2 approval for higher-risk buildings in particular, discussing what architects need to know on the documentation requirements One of the most... View Article

New cast iron radiator finishes to suit every interior need

The Radiator Company, one of the UK and Ireland’s largest suppliers of designer radiators, has introduced a striking new collection of cast iron finishes available for its Clifton, Ledbury, Henley, and Wentworth ranges of cast iron radiators. Now customers can... View Article

Knightsbridge LED battens put fluorescents in the shade

Efficient and affordable, Knightsbridge’s range of interior LED battens are the ideal upgrade for obsolete fluorescent lights, bringing up-to-the-minute performance to industrial, commercial and office premises. Available in three sizes (4’, 5’, and 6’ lengths), the interior LED batten range... View Article

Sunsquare’s Skylight Solutions Enhance Sustainable Living in Leeds

Innovative Skylights For Sustainable Living Reaching New Heights With Sunsquare Discover how Sunsquare is revolutionising sustainable urban living in Leeds’ Climate Innovation District. Our cutting-edge Aero Electric Roof Access Rooflights are transforming a brownfield site into a beacon of eco-conscious... View Article

New affordable homes open at Brentford waterside

Residents have moved into their new affordable homes at the Brentford Project, a significant mixed-use development within the Brentford Waterside masterplan. Commissioned by Hounslow Council, Tintern, Hamlet and Sonnet Houses provide 96 affordable homes, comprising 2-, 3- and 4-bedroom units... View Article

View Point: Sara Edmonds

Architect and National Retrofit Hub co-director Sara Edmonds discusses the critical need for a major retrofit programme to tackle fuel poverty, reduce emissions and improve housing quality, and how the Hub is driving collaborative action The challenge of retrofitting the... View Article

Making the most of aluminium windows

Director of ASWS (Associated Steel Window Services) Kris Bennell, considers how conserving aluminium window systems can cut cost as well as carbon As a strong, lightweight and very versatile material, aluminium has seen service for everything from saucepans to the... View Article

Cascading the benefits of decorative metal in workspaces

Kelly Goldsmith of Amron Architectural unveils the power of ‘architectural drapery’ to creating captivating spaces using metal sculptural elements that also provide the practicality required in workspaces When integrated into workspace design, decorative metal not only elevates the aesthetic appeal... View Article