Future homes, present decisions

What architects need to know about low-carbon heat network The Future Homes Standard (FHS) is no longer on the distant horizon. Neal Herbert, GTC Managing Director looks at how the forthcoming standard is shaping briefs, layouts and procurement decisions on... View Article

Specifying Loft Ladders

Premier Loft Ladders’ CPD is a must for anyone considering loft, plantroom, mezzanine or rooftop access! This RIBA approved CPD provides architects and designers with all the information they need to specify the most suitable retractable ladder for their project.... View Article

Vent-Axia expands production facilities in Dudley

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has expanded its Dudley Manufacturing centre, located on the Blackbrook Valley Industrial Estate, Narrowboat Way. The expansion increases capacity to support the anticipated uptick in demand for low-carbon ventilation. This significant investment provides Vent-Axia with... View Article

Invisible door automation brings seamless access to London cafe

Discreetly integrated into the entrance of Acai Berry cafe in London’s busy SW1 district, a TORMAX iMotion 1401 underfloor door operator ensures effortless, hands-free access for all visitors. Offering invisible automation, this innovative swing door solution provides a neat, contemporary... View Article

Heralding a new era of active model-based planning

 Whitepaper reveals how planning teams can visualise construction sequences and identify clashes before they become on-site problems London, 23.09.25 – Today, Elecosoft, a leading UK-based provider of construction software, announces the publication of a groundbreaking whitepaper: Model-Based Planning: The Future of Integrated... View Article

Timber landmark in Gstaad receives planning permission

Timber landmark in Gstaad receives planning permission Foster + Partners’ design for Gstaad House in Switzerland has been granted planning permission. Capitalising on its scenic natural surroundings in the picturesque town of Gstaad, the new timber building will house a... View Article