Quadro DD Wooden Loft Ladder

The Quadro DD loft ladder is the solution when ‘standard’ is simply not good enough. This innovative wooden loft ladder features an insulated hatch box with a 4-point locking mechanism for an airtight seal (class 4 certified). It also comes... View Article

A game changer amongst smart taps

Simply better – BLANCO’s new EVOL-S Pro Hot and Filter tap is unique, delivering both boiling filtered and cold filtered water in a measured amount of your choosing, all in an impressive design Unique to the market is BLANCO’s new... View Article

Ask The Architect: Aqua Architecture

Alia Beyg of Aqua Architecture answers ADF’s questions on running a ‘niche’ practice, and what the future might hold for her firm Why did you become an Architect? From a young age I loved to draw, and I became fascinated... View Article

Choose a bespoke staircase service

Spiral UK are a leading staircase manufacturer specialising in spiral, helical and cantilever designs for commercial, fit out and residential projects. Their in-house end to end design, manufacture and install service is tailored to the needs of the customer and... View Article

An introduction to standing seam roofing design

Standing seam roofs are a popular choice with architects and specifiers looking for a design that really stands out. Simon Walker of SIG Zinc & Copper discusses what architects and specifiers should consider when designing standing seam roofing Traditional standing... View Article

Happiness is Secure Access with SALTO

Boutique office company, Office Space in Town, has selected Opem Security to install SALTO Systems to provide access control for its newest serviced office development in London, Blackfriars. The company offers businesses and individuals flexible workspace solutions, providing serviced offices,... View Article

Practice Profile: HLM Architects

James Parker speaks to HLM’s chairman Richard O’Neil to find out how 2020’s Architectural Practice of the Year has maintained a keen focus on ‘social architecture’ over nearly six decades, while continuing to broaden its horizons HLM is a longstanding... View Article

Yeoman Shield Protects with Style at New Dental Facility

When Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust earlier this year approved capital funding to convert a disused area of Chapel Allerton Hospital into a new dental facility, they engaged with Yeoman Shield wall & door protection specialists to provide durable yet... View Article

Aico joins the UK wide ‘Movember’ Challenge

Aico, the market leader in Fire and Carbon Monoxide Protection are always up for a challenge, especially when it comes to raising money for charity. With charities suffering as a result of the pandemic and subsequent lack of fundraising, it... View Article

Sustainability defined

With increasing pressure to specify building systems offering clearly defined sustainability, Andrew Cross of Kestrel Aluminium Systems gives his thoughts on the use of aluminium as a key building component In construction terms, aluminium is considered to be a ‘permanent’... View Article

Secure in the knowledge

Stuart Glen of Jacksons Fencing discusses the considerations that need to be taken into account when specifying security fencing Specifying fencing for safety and security purposes requires careful consideration of key components that will ultimately determine whether the chosen solution... View Article

Hagag Brothers begin construction phase for Port Tel Aviv

Hagag Group, Israel’s leading residential developer, officially entered the construction phase for its most exciting project to date, Port Tel Aviv. Located 50 meters from the Mediterranean seafront, the project features 40 exclusive luxury apartments along with a five-star hotel.... View Article

Copper – the inside story

Graeme Bell of Aurubis says that copper has a wide range of uses in architectural interiors alongside external applications, and explores the various surface treatments available Copper has seen a dramatic change from its historic role in roofing prestigious buildings... View Article