St Mary’s Voluntary Catholic Academy in Derby is the first completed school in the UK to meet the Department for Education’s new GenZero specification and biophilic brief. Here, architects Hawkins\Brown have designed a beautiful combined nursery and primary school following... View Article

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire has announced that its Magnelis® steel based ventilations systems are now being made from XCarb® recycled and renewably produced steel. Leading the way in sustainability, Nuaire is the first UK ventilation manufacturer... View Article

Sculptor Charles Gurrey provides an insight into how he worked with Haddonstone, for the Duchy of Cornwall’s landmark Nansledan project, to create a trio of panels inspired by the South West’s seafaring legends. With an extensive portfolio of work, including private and... View Article

As DELABIE approaches its hundredth year, and following an incredibly successful 2024, the company’s centenary is not their only focus. Now an EcoVadis gold medal holder for sustainability, the group is delighted to announce they will be exhibiting at Clerkenwell... View Article

The new Planetarium & Science Discovery Centre at Sherwood Observatory in Sutton-in-Ashfield is bringing the universe a little closer to home, thanks to a stellar combination of innovative architecture and high-performance glazing solutions from Senior Architectural Systems. Designed by Anotherkind Architects and delivered by GF Tomlinson, the state-of-the-art... View Article

Car parks are exposed to a demanding mix of conditions: movement from wind loads, dynamic stresses from traffic, chemical exposure from de-icing salts, and surface wear from constant use. Without the right waterproofing and protection, early deterioration can occur. ALSAN,... View Article

Pyroguard, the world’s leading independent provider of fire safety glass for timber, steel and aluminium applications, is pleased to announce the launch of the Pyroguard TechLibrary – an innovative digital platform designed to make it easier for architects, specifiers and... View Article

Euroform’s WeatherClad® wood effect shiplap planks have been selected for Devonshire Homes’ new Ilfracombe development, Mariner’s Haven. Euroform is supplying the low maintenance, fibre cement planks, which are manufactured according to BS EN 12467: 2012+A2:2018 and have BDA Agrément certification... View Article

James Butler, one of the UK’s leading figures in the façades sector, has returned to Vivalda Group as its specification sales and marketing director. He rejoins Vivalda Group from European glass reinforced concrete (GRC) cladding brand Rieder, which is known across... View Article

Poggenpohl has appointed a new Technical Designer to work from the Hampstead Studio, Dora McDowall. An Interior Design graduate from Manchester University, Dora has a passion for high-end, luxury design. With over three years’ experience working within a family run... View Article

Laura Mercer, Managing Director of Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS), reflects on the steps available to help heritage W20 and other traditional steel and timber windows attain contemporary standards of energy performance. New horizon on energy performance for traditional steel windows Together with building... View Article

Nick Bratt, National Technical Sales Manager for tile adhesive manufacturer Palace Chemicals, outlines some of the issues around specifying the new generation of large format tiles. Large format porcelain panels are now increasingly seen in both commercial and residential installations.... View Article