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The government’s Health Building Note gives best practice guidance on the design and planning of new healthcare buildings and on the adaptation/extension of existing facilities. It states that “security measures should be incorporated into the design of all healthcare buildings to... View Article

Garador have just expanded their range of standard colours on their market leading sectional garage doors. Two beautiful new colours, Agate Grey (RAL 7038) and Chartwell Green (BS 14C35), have now been added to the range, providing further choice for homeowners.... View Article

In the realm of construction materials, clay brick emerges as a timeless icon that seamlessly marries tradition and sustainability. Keith Aldis, CEO of the Brick Development Association (BDA) provides in-depth insight into clay brick’s exceptional versatility, showcasing its ability to... View Article

Insulation manufacturer, Marmox UK have introduced a NEW highly versatile Fireboard into their range of building products, for both internal and external wall insulation (IWI/EWI) applications. Marmox Fireboard is a stone wool based product, coated on both sides with the... View Article

A significant challenge when working on the roof of any existing, occupied building is protecting the people inside the building without the full roof system in place. That challenge is multiplied when the building in question is large and work... View Article

SFS Group Fastening Technology has launched a brochure outlining its NVELOPE® Capability range which supports rainscreen subframe systems, as well as the myriad design solutions to meet virtually any project’s requirements. The 132-page publication offers information on the manufacturer’s advanced fixing... View Article

The Soho External Door is the first of Origin’s new generation of products. Inspired by the neighbourhood nestled in the heart of Manhattan, famed for its creativity, culture and imagination, the state-of-the-art bi-fold, French and single door system combines a... View Article

Vectaire has four fans with EC motors designed for ventilating wet rooms. The Elegance (axial with 100mm or 120mm ducts) and the Elix (centrifugal) operate continuously, quietly and economically. They have a choice of two trickle speeds and options of... View Article

The Priory Group provides a range of adult residential services supporting those with a learning disability, autism or mental health conditions. We were approached by Bayard Construction to assist with providing a safe washroom water management system that would allow... View Article

In times of emergency, you’re in safe hands with Strand Hardware. Although there are many considerations for building specification, few decisions can be as critical as selecting the right emergency exit/panic hardware. Efficiency and reliability must be a given and... View Article

More than 120,000 EJOT Colorfast self-drilling fasteners have helped Kingspan to create a thermally superior, visually-appealing building envelope for its first purpose-built manufacturing plant in South East Asia. The 16,000 sq. m factory at Phu My Town in Ba Ria-Vung... View Article

A landmark achievement in balcony installation was recently accomplished at the Bridge House residential project in Uxbridge. A record-breaking 110 balconies were installed in just 2 days at the once non-descript office building by the Grand Union Canal. The six-storey... View Article

Located in the East of Kent, Thanet Earth is the UK’s leading producer of salad vegetables, where an estimated 400 million tomatoes and 30 million cucumbers are grown every year: with the initial processing and packaging being carried out in... View Article

Visitors to the Bjelin stand, stand PC9, at Clerkenwell Design Week will have the opportunity to see at first hand the latest innovations in hardened wood flooring. As with all products from Bjelin, these include the latest technical developments from... View Article

SFS Group Fastening Technology has launched an innovative new range of single ply membrane fasteners, in three sizes featuring a unique self-coring washer design, with a choice of two head drives and hardened drill points plus two types of slimline drive bar and... View Article

GEZE UK is delighted to announce that the company has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer. The real Living Wage is the only UK wage rate based on the cost of living. It is voluntarily paid by over 14,000... View Article

Part of the wider regeneration of Watford, The Eight Gardens is a residential and commercial development from Berkeley Homes, featuring studio, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments surrounded by landscaped gardens and art installations. Due to Gaia’s long-standing relationship as a trusted... View Article

Innovative SuDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems) solutions by SUDwell offer architects unparalleled versatility. SUDwell Resin Bound Kits provide seamless integration of eco-friendly paving, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and environmental sustainability. With our SUDwell patented Resin Bound Paving Slabs, architects can elevate... View Article

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

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