University campus gets a facelift

The merger of two educational institutions involved an extensive building project with conversions of existing buildings and the construction of a new one. The newly constructed ‘Building B’ is clad with approximately 1,800 m2 of perforated corten, manufactured and supplied... View Article

Novellini – Bathroom manufacturers

Established in Mantova Italy by Franco Novellini in 1966, the Novellini group is one of Europe’s leading bathroom manufacturers. Still family owned, the company now has 27 subsidiaries worldwide, eight production sites and manufactures one million shower enclosures every year... View Article

AVT battles the elements

Air Vent Technology Ltd have helped design a sophisticated ventilation system to suit the requirements of the kiln room area of Interfish Ltd at Plymouth. The company needed a system which could cope with the special demands encountered in a... View Article

Metal Technology enlightens BREEAM outstanding rated office

Grade A office development, Aurora, at Bristol’s Finzels Reach, is the perfect example of design and sustainability working seamlessly to create a striking architectural landmark using the latest technology from architectural aluminium systems’ firm, Metal Technology. The seven storey 95,000... View Article

T Gunning re-appointed to Goldsmiths’ framework

T Gunning, a Chartered Building Company, has been re-appointed to the framework of Goldmsiths University of London to support the university in the delivery of internal/external refurbishment projects. The company has completed a number of significant projects over the last... View Article

Pent up about roof ventilation

The fifth façade can make a valued contribution towards the overall aesthetics of a building by taking advantage of bespoke options for both mechanical and natural ventilation solutions. Gilberts Blackpool, through its innovative in-house R&D capability, can produce, from scratch,... View Article

Bristol development benefits from insulation solution

A private development for contemporary urban living in Bristol is benefiting from the latest advancement in vacuum insulation technology and exceptional thermal performance with the Kingspan OPTIM-R E Roofing System. The Old Library is an exclusive new-build featuring 36 spacious... View Article

Kaldewei Meisterstück Centro Duo with two-sided panelling

Kaldewei Meisterstück Centro Duo bath with two-sided panelling maximises space with a single rounded corner on either the right or the left – perfectly designed for corner installation. Made from Kaldewei’s superior steel enamel with easy-clean finish, its minimalist lines... View Article

Fireshield® – Awarded BBA Certification

The A. Proctor Group, renowned for providing high-quality membrane solutions for controlling the heat, air, moisture movement in buildings (HAMM), is delighted to announce that it’s Fireshield® vapour permeable membrane has been awarded a British Board of Agrément Certificate. Fireshield is the culmination of... View Article

Clearstone resin bound paths

The contemporary homes in this North London residential development are linked by undulating walkways – one of which leads onto Hampstead Heath. The discerning homeowners wanted the original worn tar and chip replaced with a light, flexible surface that would... View Article