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Stage is set for architects with designs on Hertford Theatre

Tuesday, 2nd July 2019

Architects have been appointed by East Herts Council as the scene is set for one of the most exciting performances to be hosted by Hertford Theatre – its £13.5m expansion over the next three years. Bennetts Associates were appointed by... View Article

Second sucessive AJ100 Ranking, Regional Award & New Director For rg+p

Tuesday, 2nd July 2019

Growth at multi-disciplinary design practice, rg+p continues to increase as a new director is appointed alongside regional and national award recognition. Grant Giblett, who has been with the practice for seven years, has joined the board of directors in recognition... View Article

J & P BALCON insulated connection system for steel balconies, now LABC registered detail EW-838

Tuesday, 2nd July 2019

J & P BALCON is recognised as a premier insulated connection system for steel balconies. Acclaimed for easy adjustment of balcony positioning, the product has recently achieved LABC recognition, and has developed improved thermal data combined with higher load resistances.... View Article

Magnusson Architecture + Planning oversees design for expansion of Flatbush Caton Market

Tuesday, 2nd July 2019

Magnusson Architecture + Planning (MAP) recently announced the ground-breaking for the expansive redevelopment of what is now the Flatbush Caton Market in Brooklyn. The project, called Caton Flats, will invigorate the predominantly Caribbean American neighborhood with improved facilities for local vendors.... View Article

On the Good Ship Lollipop – Frank O. Gehry’s Fondation Louis Vuitton

Tuesday, 2nd July 2019

Frank O. Gehry’s Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris as seen by three famous art historians – Ackerman, Lavin, and Bredekamp – and with a foreword by the architect “Professor Lavin’s reference to the Good Ship Lollipop brings to mind Shirley... View Article

Customised design ‘off the shelf’ with aesthetic, practical solutions

Monday, 1st July 2019

Modern bathrooms, showers and even en-suites consist of much more than just a shower tray, bathtub and sanitary ware. In bathroom planning, there is an ever increasing demand for customised design without a compromise on floor space. Most people dream... View Article

Glendyne natural slates provide new roof for St Alphege Church

Monday, 1st July 2019

Cembrit Glendyne natural slates have been specified and installed on a unique renovation project for the Historic Kent landmark, St Alphege Church. Recognised as the focal point of the high street, the Victorian Church brings history and character to the... View Article

The Dunes’ Sika Sarnafil clad roof shines in Roofing Awards’ single ply category

Monday, 1st July 2019

Market-leading single ply roofing manufacturer Sika Sarnafil and leading South West roofing contractor Progressive Systems Ltd are celebrating following a win at the Roofing Awards 2019. The roof of the Dunes – a stunning new beachfront development in Perranporth, Cornwall –... View Article

The quiet fun solution

Monday, 1st July 2019

The London Gunnnersbury Park Museum is a perfect example of how high-performance acoustic solutions can solve the problem of noise in public and leisure places. As design trends continue towards minimal furniture and hard surfaces, it becomes increasingly important to... View Article

Green-tech supply substrate for roof terrace installed for Barratt London

Monday, 1st July 2019

Green-tree’s intensive roof garden substrate has been installed in a large-scale roof garden for a Barratt development in West Hendon. Green-tech was called in by Kingston Landscape Group who specialise in commercial landscape installations and grounds maintenance across London. They... View Article

AHR submits planning for new leisure centre and library in Chard, amidst vision for wider regeneration

Monday, 1st July 2019

Plans for the redevelopment of Chard town centre as part of South Somerset District Council’s Chard Regeneration scheme have been submitted by architecture and building consultancy practice, AHR, showcasing how a new leisure centre and library, including community facilities, will... View Article

Mapei adds to the ambience with Ultracolor Plus in London extension

Monday, 1st July 2019

Products from Mapei have been specified by Lipton Plant Architects after distinct plans were made with their London-based client to build an extension on an existing building situated along Wolsey Road. Its design was shaped around the history of the... View Article

Simple orientation mark enhances classic Ancon serrated washer design

Monday, 1st July 2019

Ancon has made a simple improvement to one of its smallest, but most utilised, stainless steel building components to benefit installers of its masonry support systems. An orientation guide, in the form of two horizontal square ridges, has been incorporated... View Article

Simpson Strong-Tie introduces their innovative new Gable Panel Connector

Monday, 1st July 2019

Leading construction connector manufacturer Simpson Strong-Tie has developed a system of connectors which incorporates new and existing products for the installation of a timber gable panel. The brand new GPC, Gable Panel Connector, solves the problem of the connection detail... View Article

Kingspan Tek provides off-site solution for luxury homes

Monday, 1st July 2019

The Silverlake development of sustainable homes in West Dorset is setting the standard for low-impact construction with the Kingspan TEK Building System. The bespoke holiday homes and on-site spa have all been constructed from the versatile off-site solution, ensuring excellent... View Article

Knauf AMF makes a big splash at the University of Strathclyde’s new £31m sports centre

Monday, 1st July 2019

The £31m refurbishment of the University of Strathclyde’s Sports Centre brings state-of-the-art training, fitness and wellbeing facilities to the campus enhancing the student experience. Optimum sound control was a design imperative for the new centre and so Knauf AMF Heradesign®... View Article

Class A membrane for a classy project

Monday, 1st July 2019

A new community is under construction on the Isle of Dogs, designed by architects Rolfe Judd for Galliard Homes. Harbour Central will provide over 640 new homes, a leisure facility, a residential garden and a public square, as well as... View Article

Spiral UK creates a design classic for Centenary Lounge

Monday, 1st July 2019

When award-winning business, Centenary Lounge needed a stunning feature staircase for their new flagship outlet in Worcester, they called upon the design and build skills of staircase specialists, Spiral UK. Centenary Lounge is a unique collection of cafe-tearooms which recapture... View Article