PULLING THE PLUG ON HIGH NOISE LEVELS

We spend a reported 90% of our time indoors. It means that occupancy comfort should always rank highly on the agenda when designing a building and all the intricate components that are installed within it. An article published by the... View Article

Spotlight on housing & care

A spotlight has been shone on how we house and care for our older generation in the UK, Anne-Marie Nicholson of Life3A explains more In our post pandemic world, we have the perfect opportunity to adjust our design approach to... View Article

New custom build community at Ebbsfleet Garden City given green light

Ebbsfleet Development Corporation’s planning committee has granted planning approval for Alkerden Gateway, a unique custom build community at Ebbsfleet Garden City. Developed by Westerhill Homes and designed by award-winning architect, BPTW, this project seeks to create a characterful, bespoke neighbourhood and a... View Article

Care and cleaning tips for timber windows

Sash windows are constantly affected by severe weather conditions. They quickly collect all kinds of dirt on their surface. That is why windows need to be washed as often as possible. This procedure not only preserves the original look of... View Article

Aico sign the Zero Carbon Shropshire pledge

Aico have signed the Zero Carbon Shropshire (ZCS) pledge to support other local businesses on the journey to net zero and show their commitment to addressing the Shropshire-wide climate and ecological crisis.  The ZCS initiative is supported by the Shropshire... View Article

Helping Healthcare to Heal

LISTEN HERE 🔊 GEZE has launched ‘Helping Healthcare to Heal’ an initiative created to recognise that putting patients at the centre of hospital, clinic and doctors’ surgery building design can help in the process of healing and recovery. Equipment and... View Article

Crittall spans the Globe

A major live arts venue, that in its heyday hosted The Beatles, Buddy Holly, the Rolling Stones and Cilla Black, has been restored to its art deco glory with the help of Crittall windows. The Globe, Stockton, is the biggest... View Article

New robe hook collection from SIMONSWERK

Leading hinge manufacturer SIMONSWERK UK are pleased to announce the launch of the new Robe collection. The brand-new range will suite any décor from traditional to modern. Made from solid brass and finished to the highest standards. The stylish designs... View Article

Painting with Pride

In celebration of Pride month in June, 108 bollards in Covent Garden’s Floral Street were painted in a vibrant multicoloured scheme. The task was undertaken in just a week, by decorators Cronin & Millward, based in Gillingham, Kent. The specification... View Article

Introducing the new and improved SP Firestop OSCB!

To support specification and installation of fire stopping solutions in rainscreen systems, we have streamlined our ROCKWOOL® SP Firestop OSCB range to provide two clear options, both of which are proven to perform for up to 120 minutes when tested... View Article

The Humble Glass Clamp and the New Boy in Town

Whether in a residential setting such as a decked garden or a commercial environment like a hotel balcony you are sure to spot the humble glass clamp. For several decades the growth in popularity of glass clamps has flourished due... View Article