Turn a new leaf

GEZE has launched Revo.PRIME a new premium solution for revolving doors. The new operator boasts an exceptionally low canopy height, narrow profile systems and an improved running performance. Providing maximum transparency the Revo.PRIME is perfect for creating beautiful entrances and... View Article

Schlüter-Systems appoints new Head of Marketing

The new Head of Marketing for Schlüter-Systems is David Naylor (pictured) who brings years of experience in the building industry to the innovative manufacturer of system solutions for the function, protection and decoration of tile and natural stone. David’s most... View Article

Altro delivers adhesive-free solution for college refurb

Altro Wood adhesive-free has been used throughout corridors and treatment rooms at the University College of Osteopathy, London, as part of a major refurbishment. Chosen for its slip resistance and comfort underfoot as well as its stylish yet homely modern... View Article

Automatic entrance enhances hotel

The Travelodge Kendal, in Cumbria, benefits from a smart set of automatic sliding entrance doors that work in tandem to create a welcoming reception area that can be easily accessed by all guests. TORMAX, renowned for their expertise in door... View Article

It’s Horses for Courses with IVC Commercial

IVC Commercial Carpet Tiles and Luxury Vinyl Tiles are bringing warmth and creating zones at the Holborn offices of the British Horseracing Authority. A range of Belgian made Carpet Tiles, Luxury Vinyl Tiles and Loose Lay Luxury Vinyl Tiles from... View Article

Get closer to cork with Granorte

Granorte’s cork products have long been desired and used in high-end interior design projects across Europe. Now with an improved service, UK homes and business can enjoy a closer connection to some of the world’s finest cork products. With a... View Article

Aedas-designed low-carbon collaborative hub in Shenzhen

Aedas (executive director Kelvin Hu, founder and global principal designer Keith Griffiths), Shenzhen Capol International & Associates and MLA+B.V. joined hands to win the Shenzhen Construction Industry Ecological & Intelligent Valley Headquarters design competition. The design is set to be... View Article

Manchester Made Terrazzo

Available from Parkside, Ethical Stone Terrazzo is a low impact terrazzo tile that’s made in Manchester using repurposed brick, natural British stones and low carbon cement. In a process that sees stone waste collected from factories or sites across the... View Article

GSSArchitecture open news Leeds city centre office

Due to recent successes, national architects, GSSArchitecture, have opened their sixth office in the centre of Leeds. The practice, whose head office is in Northamptonshire, has had a presence in Yorkshire for over 13 years, with a studio based in... View Article

Rooflights with the authentic touch

Keeret Eden from The Rooflight Company discusses retrofitting rooflights to heritage properties to deliver the latest thermal performance standards while also improving user experience Retrofitting describes not only an intention to renovate but also to reduce the energy and carbon... View Article

Sensitive to urban safety

New legislation in the form of Martyn’s Law means that organisations which operate venues and locations where people gather will have a duty to prevent terrorist attacks. Mark Stone from Securiscape discusses the architect’s role in the UK’s ongoing campaign... View Article

Getting to grips with Part L

A year on from the latest, and highly significant, changes to Part L in England, Chris Pateman of Engineered Panels in Construction (EPIC), explores why the current requirements are so important, and what specifiers need to know going forward now... View Article

A false dichotomy?

Lidia Cetrangolo from Multipanel delves into whether style and sustainability are really conflicting requirements in bathroom design, and how they can both be met using wall panel solutions While their function is to service the basic daily needs of a... View Article

Haddonstone stepping up on sustainability

Toby Marlow, Building and Construction team director, discusses Haddonstone’s commitment to reducing its impact on the environment The construction industry is one of the UK’s biggest contributors to carbon emissions and environmental pollution. How would you summarise Haddonstone’s commitment to... View Article

Practice Profile: Space Group

This Newcastle-based practice has built a reputation around the development of digital design services alongside project commissions, with a particular focus on harnessing the benefits of BIM. CEO Rob Charlton explains its ethos to Laura Shadwell North east based architectural... View Article

The power of aluminium

Aluminium door and window systems offer architects an easy way to introduce unique designs to any residential or commercial property. Andrew Cross at Kestrel Aluminium Systems explains how Architects are, by definition, creative thinkers inspired by the way buildings affect... View Article