Salisbury Square – Blockwork for a new London landmark

For more than 30 years, Lignacite has partnered with Swift Brickwork Contractors to supply blockwork to some of London and the East of England’s most recognisable developments, including Shepperton Studios, Lord’s Cricket Ground, Westfield Stratford, Westfield White City and One... View Article

Early stakeholder engagement matters

Richard Tocher at Permarock explains how facade system suppliers can bring greater benefits if engaged at the earliest stages of new build or refurb projects. It’s well understood that an externally insulated facade, when properly designed and installed, can yield... View Article

Do wood burning stoves belong in future homes?

Ben Paul of Neu Architects puts his case for why he believes architects should not specify wood burning stoves as part of future homes, based on the reality of their use. As the UK moves toward net zero and cleaner,... View Article

Architects need to network

Josh Collins at Altecnic Ltd explains the vital role of heat networks in the UK’s journey towards net zero and how architects could be key to ensuring their adoption. The UK’s Energy Act 2023 paved the way for a new... View Article

Practice Profile: CPMG Architects

This established education sector specialist was transformed following a management buyout, embracing innovation and a people-focused culture, as Kim Neville reports. Founded in Nottingham in 1997, CPMG has undergone a profound transformation, accelerated by a pivotal management buyout in 2011.... View Article

Warming up in style with designer radiators

For specifiers working on bespoke residential projects, every detail plays an important role in contributing to the finish and functionality of a space. In this article, Richard Lister from The Radiator Company highlights how designer radiators can elevate a room’s... View Article

Proctor Group membranes used in next generation SIP technology

Factory-fitted Proctor Group membranes were part of the successful construction of the Ultrapanel demo house.The building envelope for a three-bedroom home, from sole plate to ridge, was erected in a single day using Ultrapanel Building Technologies’ Category 2 MMC SIP... View Article

Bishoftu International Airport construction begins

Ethiopian Airlines Group, the leading carrier in Africa, has begun construction of the continent’s largest airport, approximately 40 km south of the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa in Bishoftu. Phase One of the new Bishoftu International Airport (BIA) will serve 60... View Article

Clerkenwell Office by Architecture for London

Clerkenwell Office by Architecture for London Location: Clerkenwell Road, London EC1M This Clerkenwell office refurbishment and extension improves a character Victorian warehouse building. The property now provides six workspaces to the upper floors and a furniture showroom on the ground... View Article

Closing the door on noise in multi-occupancy buildings

Urban skylines are reaching new heights. From London to Glasgow, tall residential and mixed-use buildings are booming as cities respond to housing demand and urban density. While structural stability and fire safety are often the focus of high-rise design, acoustic... View Article

How landscape architecture futureproofs urban spaces

Kinley’s Sol Russel assesses the importance of utilising sustainable urban design solutions – to mitigate the urban heat island effect, improve air quality, and create more liveable urban environments. While sustainability is rapidly becoming a major consideration of building design... View Article

Upwardly-mobile inclusivity

Rebecca Goldsmith at Knauf explains how expectations are now higher for inclusive bathrooms in high-rise multi-occupancy buildings, which are often where requirements for safety, acoustics, thermal performance and durability are tested. High-rise multi-occupancy buildings (HRMOs) now face unique regulatory obligations... View Article