VMZINC from Napoleon to the Stirling Prize

Episode 33 of the Building Insights podcast is out now! This week’s episode of the Building Insights podcast is brought to you in association with VMZINC. James Parker, editor of Architects’ Datafile, speaks to Jonathan Lowy, operational marketing manager at... View Article

Innovation redefined with Sonify Wall Absorbers

Revolutionise your acoustic design with Zentia’s latest innovation – New grid mounted Sonify Wall Absorbers. As the UK’s leading provider of complete ceiling solutions, we are excited to offer a new product to complement our existing Sonify canopy and baffle... View Article

Envirovent celebrates double award win!

Harrogate-based ventilation manufacturer EnviroVent is celebrating winning two prestigious regional business awards: The Yorkshire Post Excellence in Business –and the Insider Media Made in Yorkshire awards. For both awards, EnviroVent won the prestigious ‘Manufacturer of the Year’ category, demonstrating its... View Article

A New Era for Commercial Flooring Solutions

IVC Commercial is releasing the power of category-focused flooring solutions. Until now, the IVC Commercial name has crossed flooring categories, providing carpet tiles, luxury vinyl tiles and sheet vinyl floors to the commercial market. Now it is stepping back to... View Article

Coco Lom x Parkside Collab for Clerkenwell Design Week

The launch of an exclusive terrazzo tile collection with Hackney-based abstract pattern artist, Coco Lom, is just one of the highlights for Parkside Architectural Tiles at this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week. Made from 100% British terrazzo, Coco Lom x Parkside... View Article

D-Fine Makes a Splash for Seaside Safety

We all like to be beside the seaside, but combatting the effects of salt, humidity and high winds on coastal property may need a little extra help for property owners. From hotels, pubs and restaurants to leisure and sea-facing facilities... View Article

Keller producing kitchens that don’t cost the earth

Dutch kitchen manufacturer, Keller Kitchens, is well known for its pioneering approach to sustainability and is delighted to announce that parent company, DKG, has been awarded Level 5 on the CO₂ Performance Ladder; the highest possible. This award was the culmination of eight years... View Article

Introducing Naturepanel

Grant Westfield announces launch of Naturepanel – New nature-inspired panel brand. Grant Westfield is thrilled to announce the launch of Naturepanel, the sister brand of Multipanel. Inspired by nature, their 100% waterproof panels are the perfect alternative to traditional slat... View Article

Zenon GRP Rooflights: Daylighting in the Metal Envelope

Hambleside Danelaw have been manufacturing GRP rooflights in the UK for decades. Hambleside Danelaw have been focusing on improving building energy performance, while reducing the carbon footprint through the efficient and effective use of daylight. Zenon GRP rooflights diffuse natural... View Article

The science behind good acoustics

The new workspace at AstraZeneca UK’s head office in Kings Cross, London has been designed by Ekho Studio and spans over 21,000 square feet across two floors. The company wanted to use its new King’s Cross HQ to drive collaboration... View Article

Construction details, best practice makes perfect

Standard details for construction junctions. A psi-value is the measure of how much heat is expected to be lost through a particular junction, for example where a wall and floor meet. Achieving low psi-values at building junctions can help to... View Article

Misty magic from Keller Kitchens

The fresh, timeless Misty Grey kitchen design from Keller creates a modern minimalist, country-styled space with the mist finish reflected in both the in frame style and worktop. Pictured here are shaker doors which are available in melamine in model Cascada; or Nottingham in... View Article

Fire protection is key for new FrameSafe FR membrane

Leading manufacturer Glidevale Protect has launched Protect FrameSafe FR – a new Class A2-s1, d0 flame retardant external wall breather membrane offering fire protection across low, medium and high rise buildings. Featuring an intricately woven glass fibre fabric with a... View Article