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For the transition to high-efficiency, low-carbon buildings, retrofitting outdated heating, cooling and water systems can offer significant opportunities, writes Paul Winnett, operations director, Xylem UK The retrofit of ageing buildings with high-efficiency pumps and drives offers one of the biggest... View Article

Having recently celebrated 50 years of its unique reconstituted stone rainscreen, Petrarch, manufacturer Architectural Panel Solutions continues to innovate. In 2024 APS has considerably bolstered its Downer Framing offer – The Original Helping Hand rainscreen subframe solution – in order... View Article

Tremco CPG UK’s Flowcrete brand are pleased to announce the launch of their low emissions resins range in the UK. This family of high-performance and aesthetically pleasing solvent-free epoxy flooring systems, coupled with low VOC emissions, and enhanced properties, promote... View Article

Structural timber really is a great option for selfbuild projects as it has a whole host of advantages over other building materials: it’s sustainable, economical, thermally efficient and can be constructed quickly. Here are some top tips to help you... View Article

Sapphire Balconies, a leading provider of architectural balcony solutions, has recently completed a project supplying 126 balconies in two elegant colours, black and gold, across five distinctive types for Willmott Dixon’s prestigious Millwright’s Place development in Bristol’s city centre. Designed... View Article

Decorative metal column casings, from the Pendock Radius range, are being used at the Porsche Centre in Preston, Lancashire, to conceal interior structural steelwork and add to the high quality interior of the two-storey main showroom and office area. Part... View Article

Sapphire and MyDek have come to an exclusive agreement for MyDek’s Luxura® decking to be fitted as standard on all Sapphire Next Generation balconies. Formed in 2019, MyDek has spent its existence finding the ultimate solution to decking safety. Their latest innovation,... View Article

Four Evomod 1000kW output boilers from Ideal Heating – Commercial Products have been installed at Beetham Tower in Manchester, which has the distinction of being one of the UK’s tallest buildings outside of London. The 47-storey building, which is home... View Article

UK ventilation manufacturer Domus Ventilation has launched a new Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) fan, dMEV-NICO, to provide continuous background extract ventilation for new build properties. Designed to remove waste and moist air from a single wet room, such as... View Article

Nuaire’s Hybrid Cooling System is a cooling extension for its boxed-ventilation range designed to tackle residential overheating and provide a solution that meets Building Regulations. The Nuaire Hybrid Cooling System is an ancillary cooling module that works with the existing... View Article

AN apprentice who mentored pupils and led the winning team in a sustainability challenge while studying and working night shifts has been named as UHI Inverness Student of the Year. UHI Inverness announced their student of the year winners to celebrate outstanding... View Article

The ventilation strategy designed by Gilberts (Blackpool) has already proved its capability to deliver on massively-varying requirements for the ‘ground-breaking’ 143m high Manhattan Loft Gardens in the heart of London. Within days of the 42-storey mixed use tower opening, temperatures... View Article

Luxury vinyl and heterogeneous vinyl floors from IVC Commercial have been installed in the new sixth form and gymnasium buildings at Bryn Celynnog Comprehensive School in Beddau, near Pontypridd in South Wales. The new facilities at Bryn Celynnog Comprehensive School... View Article

Parkside Architectural Tiles has launched a new range of shower and bathroom wall panels for build to rent, multi-occupancy and social housing, student accommodation and private residential projects. Parkside Architectural Tiles is a Tiles is a trusted tile specification company... View Article

When it comes to creating a lasting impression and timeless appeal in residential housing developments, the choice of materials plays a pivotal role. Cast stonework, with its versatility and aesthetic charm, has become an increasingly popular option for developers seeking... View Article

F.H. Brundle, a long-standing supplier of fencing and railing, alongside an extensive array of other products, has expanded one of its most successful ranges. The Fortitude railing system has already found success for its stylish looks, flexibility, and user-friendly installation.... View Article

The challenge of taking one of the world’s most iconic landmarks, the 150 years-old, Grade I listed Royal Albert Hall into the 21st century has been met by innovative and pioneering engineering solutions. Gilberts Blackpool has supported mechanical and electrical... View Article

Seeking a bespoke home that suited their lifestyle, Helen and Neil embarked upon their self-build journey in 2019 when they purchased a property that had belonged to family. Having previously lived in and liked the area, Brookmans Park, a village in... View Article

LED Flex strip lighting from Knightsbridge – one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of wiring accessories and lighting – is ideal for creating ambient lighting in kitchens, bedrooms and other spaces deserving colourful and energy efficient accents. Flex’s low profile... View Article

Classic simplicity and modern design merge in the new Ocean Breeze kitchen scheme from Keller. The contrast between both the deep black oak (melamine) and the ocean paint finish (silk gloss lacquer), along with the smoked glass cabinets and stunning ceramic worktop creates... View Article