FAQ: Dumbwaiters & Service lifts

In this blog post we’ll clear up some of the most common questions we’ve heard about Microlift dumbwaiters and service lifts. Read on… What is a ‘service lift’? These lifts go by various names including dumbwaiter, kitchen lifts, catering lifts, service lifts, trolley lifts,... View Article

CPMG Architects appoint new associate Gemma

National architecture firm CPMG Architects is continuing its strategic growth with the recent appointment of Gemma Pont as its new London associate. Gemma joins the team with several years of international architectural experience across Europe and within the London market. She... View Article

20 Soho Square

Location – London, UK Total Area = 6,000 sq m Ventilation System = CAM-C Direct Expansion Underfloor supply air and underfloor return air 2016 – Refurbishment Neo-classical building with a stunning Portland stone facade and colonnade. The underfloor system features... View Article

Centurion improves its offering of Ratchet straps

Centurion Europe Ltd, one of the UK’s leading independent distributors of DIY and Trade products including, hardware, ironmongery, gardening, plumbing and electrical have launched an improved own branded range of Ratchet Straps. Paul Kantecki, Managing Director of Centurion comments, “As... View Article

London Build 2019

London’s leading construction and design show is back for 2019 and this time it is bigger and better than ever before. Spanning across two floors, London Build is more than just an exhibition. Not just your average construction show, the... View Article

Acoustic ventilation units prove a hit near airports

SIEGENIA’s AEROPAC acoustic vents have been installed well over 100,000 times across Europe and in the UK to combat noise and environmental pollution in high-traffic areas and flight paths. So, when a sound-absorbing ventilation solution was required for noise insulation... View Article

Roof Extension in a Victorian Terraced House

The problem Our client wished to extend their privately owned terraced property in Battersea, London, from 2 floors to 3 floors to gain another bedroom and en-suite. However, this meant that additional fire safety measures would have to be implemented... View Article

Delivering Housing that is Resilient to Fire and Climate Change

A forthcoming conference, Resilient Housing, a collaboration between Modern Masonry, Brick Development Association, The Building Centre and The Concrete Centre will be providing the latest guidance and technical expertise to enable the design and delivery of long-lasting and high-performance homes.... View Article

THE AA RECEIVES THE POWER TO AWARD ITS OWN DEGREES

The Architectural Association receives Taught Degree Awarding Powers by the Lords of Her Majesty’s Most Honourable Privy Council. The Architectural Association (AA), the oldest independent school of architecture in the United Kingdom, is pleased to announce that it has been... View Article

FUTUREBUILD 2020 LEADS THE WAY IN THE DIGITAL REVOLUTION

Once regarded as a traditional industry, construction has gone through a revolution in recent years with the adoption of digital methods and techniques. While many companies have embraced this shift, there are those who are at a much earlier stage... View Article

Construction input needed for Brexit preparations, says FMB

Construction should not be overlooked by the Government in no-deal Brexit preparation says the Federation of Master Builders in response to the construction PMI data published today showing that output in September declined at second-sharpest pace since 2009. The fall... View Article