Closing the thermal performance gap

With regulations for energy efficiency, fire safety and sustainability tightening, building designers need an accurate and reliable way to model thermal performance. Nowhere is this more important than in rainscreen façades, where structural complexity and widespread thermal bridging present unique... View Article

Smart data for safer buildings

Naveed Mohammed of Inspectas Compliance looks at the critical need to make sure safety information flows from to property owners in projects, and says it’s nothing new. Having a competent, transparent and communicative project team has never been more necessary.... View Article

Safety on the dance floor

Steve Green of Harlequin Floors explores the critical role dance floors play in dancers’ safety and performance, highlighting the research behind creating optimal environments for longevity that support users. Professional dancers can spend hours working in a dance studio, it... View Article

Discovery mission

The Discovery Centre in Cambridge marks a new era for AstraZeneca, a remarkable research facility and headquarters by Herzog & de Meuron that combines boundary-pushing design and sustainability with collaboration. Roseanne Field reports. In the heart of the Cambridge Biomedical... View Article

Introducing the Lignacite ECO Range

Up to 70% recycled content. Third-party verified carbon savings. Learn More Tough on Performance. Kinder on the Planet. The new Lignacite ECO Range brings together trusted performance and enhanced sustainability credentials – helping you meet environmental targets without compromising on quality. Made... View Article

Beating mould damp and condensation in building design

Words by Jason Bennett, Indoor Air Quality expert at Zehnder Group UK With stricter energy regulations and rising insulation standards, architects are understandably designing homes to be airtight and therefore more energy-efficient.  Building regulations Approved Document Part L (Conservation of... View Article

Make a facade a feature with panel glazing

Maximising access to natural light is a key consideration for the majority of newbuild projects, from domestic to commercial. Here, Adrian Lukic, Divisional Sales & Commercial Director from Brett Martin discusses the alternatives to traditional glazing and looks at how... View Article

Vectaire at Silverstone

All sizes (EVO220, EVO250 and EVO350) of Vectaire’s EVO horizontal, in-line MVHRs have been installed in the prestigious Escapade accommodation at Silverstone – the UK’s only Formula 1 Circuit. The EVOs provide optimum ventilation by continuously and quietly supplying fresh... View Article

Driving design forward

How Altro is leading the way turning theory into best practice as an ambassador for education around inclusive design. It’s been a decade since flooring and walling manufacturer Altro collaborated with the University of Stirling’s renowned Dementia Services Development Centre... View Article

What are fire doors?

Fire doors are a critical component of fire safety in residential, commercial, and public buildings. Designed to withstand the spread of fire and smoke for a specified period, they play an essential role in protecting lives and property. Their presence... View Article

Securing Health for the community at Leamington Spa

An over-demand for health services within the Lillington community in Leamington Spa prompted the development of a new two-storey health centre, which integrates primary care services alongside a range of community health teams. A requirement to meet Secured By Design... View Article

How Celotex’s Technical Team adds value through expert insulation support

From U-value calculations to real-world installation support, Celotex’s technical team helps construction professionals specify and install insulation with confidence. Creating buildings designed for reliable thermal efficiency isn’t simply about material selection. It demands precise understanding of how insulation integrates with... View Article