The impact of tiling on health and well-being

Kerakoll takes a look at the impact of tiling on the health and well-being of tilers and building occupants, and how this is being improved by product research and development. The World Health Organisation Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality (2014) state... View Article

What’s driving washroom design?

Neil Jeffery of Franke Water Systems takes a look at some of the key trends in commercial washrooms, from product design and materials to sustainability, saying that designers need to take a holistic approach to create spaces that stand the... View Article

Waterloo announces new Sales Director

Leading UK air distribution manufacturer Waterloo Air Products has announced the promotion of Andy Wardle to the position of Sales Director, with a seat on the Company Board. Over its 100-year history, UK manufacturer Waterloo has earned a reputation as... View Article

Mosaic “Cowch” raises £3600 for Charity

A mosaic decorated life-sized Highland cow bench has raised £3,600 for the Scottish Charity Air Ambulance. “Sweetie Annie” – designed by mosaic artist Katy Galbraith – was part of a Highland Cow art trail in the Perthshire town of Crieff.... View Article

Kennaway Estate granted planning consent

Waugh Thistleton Architects’ design for the Kennaway Estate was approved on Wednesday 6 November when councillors for the London Borough of Hackney voted in favour of Southern Housing Group’s proposal to regenerate the estate. The scheme will deliver 61 new homes, enhance... View Article

A unique event for a diverse sector

With a new home for 2019 at the ExCel in east London, Homes UK will give the UK’s residential property sector the opportunity to connect, learn and do business over an action-packed two days this month HOMES UK is claimed... View Article

Security and insulation with Garador’s front doors

Garador’s FrontGuard front doors have been precision engineered for exceptional security and thermal insulation. The FrontGuard door collection comes in three stylish ranges:  Modern, Classic and Contemporary. All of which are filled with 46mm dense polyurethane foam and have thermal... View Article

The NEW – sewer free, water free – eco toilet!

The Cinderella Incinerator Eco Toilet from Pump Technology is elegant, clean and odour free! It fits perfectly into any off-grid bathroom and looks remarkably like a domestic unit. The only difference is that it doesn’t need water or any connection... View Article

Revolutionary new timber windows for listed properties

High quality timber window and door specialist Gowercroft Joinery has developed an award-winning range of Heritage Windows designed specifically for listed properties and the conservation market. Revolutionary in their design, the new Winston heritage sliding sash and Richmond heritage flush casement windows are... View Article

ZHA & Esplan win Ulemiste terminal competition

Zaha Hadid Architects (UK) working with Esplan (Estonia) have been have been awarded first place in the design competition for the new terminal of the Rail Baltic railway at Ulemiste, Tallinn. Rail Baltic is a planned 870 km electrified railway... View Article

Leading in London

London’s leading construction and design show is back, bigger and better than ever before. Spanning two floors, London Build is more than just an exhibition, it’s an event jam packed with content, networking and entertainment This year, the south east’s... View Article

Mapecoat ACT

An advanced coating technology is offered with Mapei’s Mapecoat Act range, comprised of semi-gloss enamels for interior walls suitable for use in healthcare facilities or environments with food and drinks. Both Mapecoat Act 021 and Mapecoat Act 196 contain BioBlock®... View Article