Zero energy bills for the UK’s greenest Victorian homes

Victorian townhouses in Manchester become the first homes in Europe to achieve the world’s toughest performance standards set by the renowned German Passivhaus Institute. Featuring Nobel prize winning super material graphene and a host of world first technologies, these 125... View Article

Von Duprin show the way

Relcross have employed their problem solving experience by supplying Von Duprin 99QEL exit devices to Advanced Diesel Engineering (ADE) of South Kirkby in Yorkshire. ADE are experts in acoustic containers for generators and their products can be found in an... View Article

An artist’s vision is brought to life

Humanistiska Teatern, Uppsala University University campus auditorium, Sweden Architects: White Arkitekter Artist: Ann Lislegaard Unlike traditional lecture halls, the horseshoe-shaped design of this innovative and unique building allows all in the auditorium to see and hear each other, encouraging both... View Article

Easy installations, when time is money

Well-designed products which are fast and easy to install can save valuable time on site, reducing costs and keeping projects on schedule. When it comes to taps and showers, there are an increasing number of stylish options available which can... View Article

Prestige Edinburgh development set to launch

An 84-apartment development considered to be the most upmarket in Scotland’s recent history is due to launch in the coming days, welcoming guests and prospective buyers. Unlike anything ever launched in Edinburgh – and more akin in ambition and level... View Article

LGA responds to rogue landlord funding

Responding to government funding of nearly £2.4 million for councils to tackle rogue landlords, Cllr Judith Blake, Housing spokesman for the Local Government Association, said: “The vast majority of landlords are responsible and provide decent housing for their tenants, however... View Article

Take the strain out of stain removal with Crown Trade

As regular and rigorous cleaning can wear away the paint finish and leave décor looking tired, Crown Trade’s market-leading Clean Extreme Stain Resistant Scrubbable paints are providing specifiers with the perfect solution to reducing maintenance requirements and helping surfaces retain that ‘just... View Article

Graven Hill opens the door to custom build new homes

Graven Hill, one of the country’s most innovative self-build and custom build villages, is holding its first ‘Hard Hat’ event of 2019 on 26 January. The event will give visitors the chance to view the custom build new homes that... View Article

Construction workers warned to prepare for harsh winter

With recent long range weather forecasts suggesting the UK could be facing the coldest winter for almost a decade, roof systems manufacturer Marley is urging construction workers to get prepared for freezing winter temperatures. Bitterly cold weather, ice and shorter... View Article

RSK Group Ltd Acquires Pellings

RSK Group Ltd, the UK’s leading integrated environmental, engineering and technical services business, has announced its latest acquisition: design, property and construction consultancy Pellings. This is the ninth acquisition that RSK, a privately owned company with 36 international offices, more... View Article