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A recent and growing trend, especially in urban areas where outdoor spaces are at a premium, has seen building owners convert flat roofing areas into more functional assets. Office block roofs are being transformed into breakout areas to offer something... View Article

The ADSA Academy – the online learning platform for members of the Automatic Door Suppliers Industry – has undergone a radical revamp with improved levels of functionality and personalisation. The site, which boasts more than 60 courses – free of... View Article

As the main provider of acute hospital services ample parking space is required at all times. It was decided that a multi-storey car park (MSCP) should be built to keep pace with demand at the Dorset County Hospital. Due to... View Article

Catnic is delighted to announce the British Board of Agrément (BBA) certification for Urban Seam Façade, the limited combustibility wall system for use on buildings over 11 metres in height. This milestone achievement provides assurance for specifiers and contractors that... View Article

GEZE UK is delighted to announce several new products have been added to their range of pedestrian traffic control systems, PACE, to give even more choice when selecting solutions that offer safe and efficient control of pedestrians in and out... View Article

Property compliance specialist Inspectas has launched a new website to help architects, developers and contractors navigate the complexities of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations. Since the CDM Regulations 2015 broadened CDM responsibility to all “duty holders”, Inspectas has developed a... View Article

The last few years have been significant for the construction industry. There have been some important changes, due to the implementation of the Building Safety Act. This landmark law will revolutionise the construction industry in the UK and pledges to... View Article

This episode of Building Insights is the second in association with Sapphire Balconies; James Parker, editor of ADF speaks to Nick Haughton, Head of ESG at Sapphire Balconies to discuss the key topic of ‘Streamlining Construction and Competency.’ Nick looks... View Article

Simplicity is crucial in bathroom design, requiring a balance of creativity and efficiency to achieve a desirable aesthetic while ensuring accessibility, performance and functionality. With a portfolio that extends to over 12,000 products, it means a huge range to choose... View Article

In Aspholz, a seven story student residence has been built to accommodate 332 students in 30 apartments and 11 studios, making it the largest of its kind in Zurich. For the project, Darlington Meier Architects had Iranian-born Swiss artist and... View Article

The Isle of Luing is one of the Slate Islands in the Inner Hebrides, in the west of Argyll in Scotland. Its charm lies in its natural beauty and unspoilt peaceful scenery looking out to the Inner Seas but is... View Article

Beauflor® showed how its sheet vinyl flooring solutions can meet the needs of the housing sector at Housing 2024, the UK’s leading event for the industry. With collections that provide a cost-effective floor in housing of all types, Beauflor® used... View Article

Moduleo Roots Herringbone wood-effect luxury vinyl has given a new look to offices designed by Vibe Business Interiors, a commercial interior design and build, fit out and refurbishment company. Used throughout the teapoint and breakout areas, as well as a... View Article

The updated Regal collection exclusively from Parkside Architectural Tiles brings a complete high performance porcelain tiling solution. Designed for exceptional performance, Regal is the complete tiling solution from Parkside Architectural Tiles. Made up of wall and floor tiles, mosaics alongside... View Article

Tailored to address every commercial need from office to factory, three new downlights offered by Knightsbridge – one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of wiring accessories and lighting – share key features such as plug and play connectors for easy... View Article

The Mapetherm Mineral Wool External Wall Insulation (EWI) system from Mapei, has been installed as part of a Bristol City Leap (BCL) pilot retrofits scheme. The scheme, in the City’s Brentry district, comprised the upgrade of 16 Easiform homes to... View Article

In an era where financial stability and independence are highly sought after, building a rental property portfolio stands out as a lucrative and rewarding strategy. Imagine a future where your income doesn’t solely rely on the 9-to-5 grind, but instead,... View Article

Architects Common Ground Workshop, recently named as one of the 16 emerging practices in Landsec’s new retail framework, completed a new hospitality development at 6 Embassy Gardens in Nine Elms, London. The projects forms part of a wider urban realm... View Article

Paul Trace from Stella Rooflight sheds some light on the Part L Building Regulations for rooflights and thermal performance Why the need for regulations? A major part of the UK’s commitment to meeting its targets for carbon reduction is being... View Article