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As highlighted in recent planning updates for 2026, the margin for error in UK planning submissions has effectively disappeared. The tightening of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and the mandatory nature of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), means the architectural... View Article

Continually investing in the improvement of its engineered wood-based panel products, West Fraser has received new BBA certification, confirming its environmentally-friendly CaberShield Eco is capable of withstanding constant exposure to the elements for a full sixty days: comfortably delivering extended practical and economic advantages for... View Article

As of May 2025, construction of the new £65 million Currie Community High School in Edinburgh is nearly complete, meaning it can be assessed for Passivhaus certification. A host of schools currently being built across Scotland are aiming to achieve... View Article

Our Environmental Product Declaration explains the verified life-cycle impacts of reclaimed bricks, offering clear carbon data and sustainability metrics to help architects and builders make informed, low-carbon choices. EPD Introduction Understanding the true environmental impact of the materials we build... View Article

RENOLIT ALKORPLAN roofing products is proud to announce that its Slip Resistant Walkway membrane has been rewarded the Archiproducts Design Award 2025, an annual award celebrating excellence and visionary projects in the global design community. Selected by a multidisciplinary jury... View Article

When your design demands expansive glazing, minimal pitch, and high performance, the LAMILUX Glass Roof PR60 delivers a technically robust solution tailored to your project requirements. Delivering large-span roof glazing without compromising performance requires early technical coordination. The LAMILUX Glass Roof... View Article

Advanced will be exhibiting at The Fire Safety Event 2026, taking place from 28-30 April at the NEC, Birmingham, where the company will showcase its latest intelligent fire and life safety solutions designed to support safer, smarter buildings. The Fire... View Article

Favoured by specifiers who need to consider solutions to noise pollution in today’s busy, building world, CaberAcoustic from West Fraser is a versatile, economical sound-reducing flooring system which reduces both impact and airborne transmitted sounds. It can be laid over concrete and timber floors... View Article

Large-scale construction projects are becoming increasingly complex. For Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors, pressure to deliver faster programmes, manage risk, meet ESG targets and maintain quality standards has never been greater. Against this backdrop, modular construction has moved firmly into... View Article

As pressure mounts on commercial buildings to reduce operational water consumption, uncontrolled urinal flushing remains one of the most overlooked sources of avoidable waste. Water saving expert Cistermiser, is warning that without proper flushing control, wider sustainability strategies risk falling... View Article

Global leaders in thermal break solutions, Armatherm™ UK has launched a thermally isolated compression sleeve to reduce thermal bridging at façade, rainscreen and cladding fixings.  Manufactured from a high-performance composite ceramic material, the new compression sleeve product provides exceptional compressive... View Article

Discover how Carron Heating helped transform a once-derelict Georgian country house into an award-winning home, delivering heritage-led heating solutions compatible with modern renewable energy systems. For decades, Townhead stood empty. Built in 1732 in Lancashire’s Ribble Valley, the Grade II... View Article

Breathing Buildings, the pioneer of hybrid ventilation systems, is celebrating its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of innovation, growth and low-energy ventilation leadership. Founded in 2006 as a spin-out from the University of Cambridge, the company has evolved from a... View Article

Lighting is no longer just a functional necessity—it has become a strategic tool that shapes how people experience public spaces. Thoughtfully designed lighting can enhance safety, encourage community interaction, support sustainability goals, and even stimulate local economies. For architects, designers,... View Article

Vent-Axia’s award-winning Sentinel Apex units have been specified for the landmark Carmarthen Health and Wellbeing Hwb project, delivering energy-efficient ventilation to this transformative multi-million-pound development. The 245,000 sq ft scheme is repurposing the former Carmarthen Debenhams building into a Health... View Article

The Pendock Radius range comprises six individual column casing types, which are manufactured in a choice of standard shapes and materials, as well as bespoke options, which are manufactured to match specific project dimensions. Both the circular MDF -CL and... View Article

Leading British garage door manufacturer Garador has launched an brand new premium range of front doors. Portal by Garador front doors have been designed and manufactured here in the UK. Developed to meet the demands of modern homes, the Portal... View Article