Premier Forest Celebrates Victory at Newport Business Awards

Leading UK timber supplier Premier Forest Products has triumphed at the Newport Business Awards 2026, winning three awards in total. Premier Forest Products took home Newport Business of the Year alongside Manufacturing Business of the Year and the Newport Community... View Article

Why rubber flooring deserves a seat at the (work) table

 Laura Light, concept design team lead at Interface Laura Light, the concept design team leader at Interface, discusses the merits of using rubber flooring for office spaces. With properties such as ease of cleaning and high longevity, it’s time to consider why rubber flooring deserves a seat... View Article

AG Strengthens Brick Offering with Clay-Like Range

AG, a Tyrone headquartered, manufacturer of low carbon paving and building products, has launched Heathfield, a new clay‑like concrete brick range designed to challenge long‑held assumptions about what brick should be. Developed in response to growing pressure on traditional clay... View Article

Cast stone versus natural stone

Natural stone has been used in building and construction for thousands of years, but it was in the eighteenth century – when classically inspired country houses rose in popularity – that it became the preferred material of choice for the... View Article

RENOLIT ALKORPLAN roofing products championed sustainability through technological excellence at the Belgian Pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka

The integration of the specialised RENOLIT ALKORPLAN Bright membrane ensured high solar reflectance and sustainability for the Belgian Pavilion, reflecting RENOLIT’s commitment to innovation and sustainability. RENOLIT ALKORPLAN roofing products is thrilled to have played a pivotal role in the construction of the Belgian... View Article

Altro package delivers for same day emergency care facility

A stylish, safe and durable package of Altro products is delivering results at the newly developed Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and Minor Injuries services at Bassetlaw Hospital. The facilities, completed in December 2025, are designed to provide rapid assessment,... View Article

Unlocking the value of EPDs

Marvyn Candler at Lignacite explores why Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are now under increasing scrutiny – and how robust, independently verified data supports evidence-based specification and credible carbon reduction in architectural design. Environmental claims in construction are increasingly questioned by... View Article

Ventilation is no longer in the background

Dave Harding of Gilberts Blackpool looks at the raised profile of ventilation systems, which is leading to a better appreciation by architects of their importance. It’s refreshing to see how the means of heating and cooling a space are now... View Article

An uplifting message for drainage in conversions

Amanda Mills at SFA Saniflo discusses how lifting stations can prove an effective method for discharging waste from buildings in change of use projects. One of the most crucial elements of reconfiguring an existing building for a new purpose is... View Article

Delivery under pressure

Samuel Sturgiss at offsite specialist Wernick explores how modular construction is influencing early-stage architectural design, procurement strategy, and sustainability outcomes across a pressurised UK built environment. The UK construction sector is facing a convergence of pressures that are redefining how... View Article

Designing sustainable performance spaces with Harlequin

For over 45 years, Harlequin has partnered with architects and specifiers to deliver high-performance flooring solutions for theatres, studios and multi-use venues. Sustainability is embedded across product design, manufacture and installation, supporting the creation of healthier, more efficient performance environments.... View Article

Vent-Axia Champions Circular Economy on Global Recycling Day 2026

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is celebrating Global Recycling Day, which takes place on 18 March 2026. Reinforcing its position at the forefront of sustainable manufacturing, Vent-Axia continues to drive innovation in reducing environmental impact, most notably through its pioneering... View Article

Case study: Biddenham

Sliding doors and bifold doors bring the outside in for a luxury self-build home When Martin Shaw began building his dream home in the Bedfordshire countryside, he wanted the best quality for every element of the build. The picturesque spot,... View Article

Structural Steel and Cladding Fasteners: Quality Matters

By Chris Middleton, General Manager, Construction Fixings Association (CFA) Structural steel and cladding fasteners are safety-critical components that sit at the intersection of engineering design, manufacturing precision, and site practice. While often small in size, these products perform a disproportionately... View Article