Indoor Air Quality

Never has indoor air quality been more important. Reducing the spread of covid-19 in the home is vital. Virus transmission occurs more readily inside than out. Inadequate ventilation and insufficient fresh air allow pathogens to build up, increasing the likelihood... View Article

Heating controls for social landlords

There’s a new force in heating controls that social housing developers and buying groups are tapping into across the UK.  ESi offers a range of programmers from a simple 1 Channel version to a 3 channel Multi-Purpose Programmer which enables the... View Article

Silhouette concept adds colour to rads offering

A number of coloured radiators have been added to the range of coloured radiators available from Stelrad  –  from June this year. Within both the Vita and Softline Series, the new Silhouette Concept will be available in stylish Anthracite Grey.... View Article

Kawneer glazing systems help hospital open early for Covid

The Grange University Hospital features modular windows by Kawneer. Architectural glazing systems by leading UK manufacturer Kawneer that were installed off-site helped elements of a £350 million new hospital to finish almost a year ahead of schedule and help with the Covid... View Article

The safe bet for decking

William Hogg of Ecodek discusses the options for blending safety standards and sustainability with striking design when it comes to aluminium decking The specification of non-combustible building materials in the design of high-rise buildings has never been such a prevalent... View Article

Opening the door to better hygiene

In healthcare environments, infection control is of course a critical concern. Tim Checketts of dormakaba discusses the door and access control solutions that can help to minimise the spread of germs and bacteria The design of healthcare buildings must balance... View Article

Rethinking rainwater harvesting for SuDS

Mark Manning of SDS discusses rainwater reuse in the context of SuDS regulations, and says that architects could be mistakenly rejecting such approaches as an important option for sustainable drainage Whenever an architect receives a design commission that includes sustainable... View Article

Get it right on the tiles

If you are looking to specify a tiled floor, it is crucial to understand what preparation is required to ensure that new or existing floor substrates are suitable. Stuart Ross of BAL looks at the different likely substrates, and the... View Article

Opening new doors at Finborough School

Finborough School, an independent day and boarding school based in situated in the village of Great Finborough, near Stowmarket, Suffolk, has recently added a brand new Science and Art building to its complex, comprising of art rooms, a photography suite and... View Article

Staggering Success!

Water penetrating cavity wall masonry above stepped and staggered gables is controlled using approved Cavitrays. The only gable abutment system awarded European Technical Approval is manufactured by the UK specialist Cavity Trays Ltd. The DPC tray adjusts to suit the... View Article

The new inspired workplace

Arstiderne architects, a division of architectural and engineering consultancy Sweco, has transformed a large industrial building into a stunning open plan office to house the 180 Sweco employees at a location near Aarhus in Denmark. The clever design retains much... View Article

Game, Set and Match for Resiblock at Wimbledon!

Resiblock, and the Resiblock Resiecco product, have been selected as the sealer of choice for The Gate 20 renovations as part of the Wimbledon Master Plan at SW19. The Gate 20 project will see the relocation of the two storey... View Article

The fantastic four finishes from UNILIN Panels

UNILIN Panels, has introduced four brand-new MDF panels with a coloured core. Without the need to apply a surface finish, UNILIN’s new coloured-in core Fibralux MDF panels make it even faster and easier to lift interiors out of the ordinary.... View Article

Parex has launched a new ‘Ex’ advertising campaign

UK leader in construction chemicals, Parex has launched an innovative and eye-catching new ‘Ex’ advertising campaign to highlight the range and benefits of its advanced renders and façade solutions. The goal of the campaign is to cement the company’s reputation,... View Article

Firestopping solutions start with Sika

Navigating the often-complex process of choosing the correct passive fire protection system for a project can be a challenge but thanks to leading speciality chemical manufacturer Sika, specifiers can take advantage of a range of in-house support services including product... View Article