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When designing inclusive spaces, architects, specifiers and designers are often presented with a unique set of challenges. To support them with creating compliant specifications that use sustainability and colour to promote wellbeing, Dulux Trade’s team of experts are on hand.... View Article

SIEGENIA is expanding the range of options available to architects, combining functionality and design with a new motorised drive for high-end residential and commercial buildings, which also meets DIN 18040 accessibility requirements. The DRIVE axxent LS boasts a powerful combination... View Article

Schlüter-Systems is well known as the expert in enabling the design and installation of long-lasting, creative bathrooms and bathrooms with portfolios of intelligent products and systems. The collection of lighting systems, which incorporate advanced control and luminaire technology, offers almost unlimited... View Article

English Spirit Distillery has used an extensive package of Altro products front and back of house in their new visitor centre café, shop and viewing area for the working distillery. The small batch distillery, which produces some of the UK’s... View Article

Manufacturer of engineered wood-based panel products, West Fraser, has introduced the new and even more environmentally-friendly CaberShield Eco to its extensive range of boards, aimed at providing the construction industry with a sustainable solution for creating high specification, weather-resistant flooring. With all the... View Article

Charles Bluth of Bluth Developments is a prominent American property developer known for his significant contributions to the real estate industry across the United States. With a career spanning several decades, he has developed a reputation for innovative urban projects, luxury residential... View Article

A silo mentality when creating eco building solutions is inevitably an issue if we work independently, despite pursuing the common goal of advancing net zero. When global eco road maps are considered in relation to the changing climate and the... View Article

As architects, builders, and property developers, understanding the implications of flushing non-flushable items is crucial for sustainable design and construction. Flushing inappropriate products can lead to severe consequences for our sewer systems, wastewater treatment facilities, and septic systems, ultimately impacting... View Article

Aluminium commercial doors and curtain walling from Senior Architectural Systems have been specified for the stunning new museum and event space for Rangers Football Club located on the Ibrox Stadium campus in Glasgow. Known as Edmiston House, the new two-storey... View Article

Breathing Buildings, a leading provider of controlled natural and hybrid ventilation systems, is striding ahead in indoor air quality (IAQ) with three exciting developments. Firstly, the company has led the way in innovation by recently celebrating winning ‘Commercial/ Industrial Ventilation... View Article

A Mapei render finish has been used to complete an extensive façade project at a property in Sheffield.  The project formed part of a complete house renovation and extension.  All materials were supplied by ProTec Render Supplies Ltd and installed... View Article

Dunstaple Farm Ltd, based near Holsworthy in Devon, home of the award-winning Farmer Tom’s Ice Cream, sought to replace their existing freezer system with a more reliable, sustainable and energy efficient solution to reduce their carbon footprint and increase productivity.... View Article

Steel windows properly maintained can be expected to last the life of the building The Steel Window Association has developed a series of fact sheets – all can be viewed and downloaded here. The following is a synopsis of the aftercare and maintenance... View Article

As we stand on the brink of potentially a major re-focus for the construction sector and a new emphasis upon delivering living, learning, leisure and workspace fit for future generations and designed to meet ever-changing aspirations, we must not lose... View Article

ARDEX – one of the UK’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of high-performance building products for flooring and tiling – has partnered with Polypipe Underfloor Heating to provide a trusted solution for their water-fed underfloor heating systems. ARDEX products have been... View Article

Wraptite®, the vapour permeable external air barrier from A. Proctor Group, is part of the high-performance residential building specification in the new Dublin city quarter, Glass Bottle. Connecting Dublin to its bay at the base of the Poolbeg Peninsula, the... View Article

Biosolar roofs have ecological and economic benefits Cost effective way to successfully combine PV systems and green roofs Increased efficiency of the PV system through lower local roof surface and air temperature. Increased biodiversity Reduction in rainwater discharge rates and... View Article

The latest episode of the Building Insights podcast is now available. In association with Saniflo. James Parker speaks to David Cook, managing director of Saniflo about the rising demand for bathrooms which work for elderly users and the rest of... View Article

The Radiator Company, one of the UK and Ireland’s largest suppliers of designer radiators, has introduced a striking new collection of cast iron finishes available for its Clifton, Ledbury, Henley, and Wentworth ranges of cast iron radiators. Now customers can... View Article

Set in the heart of Airport City Manchester’s hotel district, TRIBE is the third new hotel to be built at the modern development. With the emphasis placed on guest comfort, the project demanded more from its fire-rated glazing systems, with... View Article