Yeoman Shield launch new protection rail

Yeoman Shield launch the new Ellipse Protection Rail to complement their range of renowned wall and door protection products. Designed with a curved contour the Ellipse Protection Rail offers an aesthetically pleasing and ultimately durable bump rail which protects interior... View Article

Carlisle launches Sure-Weld® TPO to its roofing range in Europe

Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM), the specialist in waterproofing, sealing and airtightness solutions for the building envelope, is launching the company’s proven TPO roofing system across all its European markets, including the UK. TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin), also referred to as FPO, ... View Article

Interior Doors – Make the white choice

Selecting the right internal door for your interiors project, has always been important. Whether from a practical, design or budgetary perspective, interior doors are integral to well-designed living spaces, providing space functionality and reflecting general ambience and mood within rooms.... View Article

WILL+Partners bolsters senior team

WILL+Partners, a London-based practice of workplace architects and designers, has appointed Clare Danahay as director of workplace. Clare specialises in workplace consultancy and workplace design, supporting organisations to help them achieve the most out of their working environment through bespoke... View Article

How green is your aluminium?

Phil Slinger from the Council for Aluminium in Building provides expert insights on the current green credentials provided by aluminium production, and how EPDs and collaboration are supporting its specification Aluminium has enjoyed an extensive recycling lifespan since its commercialisation... View Article

Durability is the key to sustainable building envelopes

Clare Fenton of the Metal Cladding & Roofing Manufacturers Association (MCRMA) explains why durability must be a priority when specifying metal roofing and cladding panels and systems to deliver sustainable buildings As the physical separator between the interior and the... View Article

Unzipping an unusual mix

The Berlin-based practice behind a mixed use project in Düsseldorf containing healthcare, hotel and residential functions, speaks to Tom Boddy about its first high rise building – and its zip-like aluminium facade Rising 19 stories above the grounds of the... View Article

Practice Profile: Ackroyd Lowrie

In founding their own practice, Oliver Lowrie and Jon Ackroyd were able to pursue their passion for future cities, while applying lessons learned in their shared background as sustainability specialists. They tell ADF’s Laura Shadwell what drives them, and why... View Article

View Point: Dr Victoria Hutchinson

Dr Victoria Hutchinson from AtkinsRealis’ environmental practice explores how impact assessments can help unlock value as well as greater investment in projects – in a more favourable ESG context – and illustrates what this looks like Former Prime Minister Boris... View Article

How do we close the energy performance gap?

With a UK housing stock that doesn’t fare well in comparison to other European countries on energy efficiency, what is the solution to the UK’s thermal failings? Simon Blackham from Recticel Insulation explains how the industry is playing catch up... View Article

Changing to a greener route

Arup’s design for the HS2 Interchange Station now underway near Birmingham sets new standards for sustainability as well as connectivity. Tom Boddy reports Although it was recently confirmed that HS2’s overall scope has been severely truncated, with Rishi Sunak announcing... View Article

Pendock Linea building linings – Form, fit & finish

The Pendock Linea name was first used more than 20 years ago on our perimeter casings to conceal HVAC systems and interior building services. Since then, the Linea range has expanded to include nine separate building lining and architectural finishing products. In... View Article

It’s all about the space for the shower

When creating a showering area, the focus falls on the shower tray or the drain channel if it is a wet room style shower and Kaldewei now offer both solutions. Known for their stylish steel enamel products Kaldewei have recently... View Article