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Is there an insulation material which is lightweight, load bearing, moisture resistant and insulating? Suitable for almost any type of terrain and easy to process? A building material that is economical and environmentally sound? Introducing GEOCELL® foam glass gravel –... View Article

Newcastle University’s innovative and multi-award winning Urban Sciences Building (USB) is using a combined smoke control and environmental ventilation solution that incorporates a SHEVTEC control system, which was engineered by SE Controls to meet the unique requirements of the project.... View Article

The historic buildings of St Malachy’s College in Belfast have been fitted with an added layer of protection in the form of Roofshield, which has long been recognised as one of the highest performing roofing membrane solutions, providing a pitched roof underlay, which... View Article

The McAvoy Group, one of the UK’s leading offsite construction specialists, has unveiled a prototype house at its factory in Lisburn to demonstrate the potential of its new modular housing solution and latest innovations for the residential sector. Designed to... View Article

Lockwood Homes is a dedicated residential development company specialising in bespoke family homes, primarily in the Cheshire area. Committed to the highest quality standards, owner Paul Lockwood uses Imperial Bricks for new-build houses and renovating and extending older homes. He... View Article

The Community Sports Complex in Doncaster has been imaginatively planned and built to the highest architectural standards. The development integrates sport and community facilities in a spectacular parkland setting. Doncaster Council is confident it will raise the town’s profile locally,... View Article

Designer Contracts, the UK’s largest flooring contractor, is to provide more ‘makeover magic’ at Ashgate Hospice. Following the complete makeover of the Chesterfield hospice’s family room earlier this year the company is to redesign and refurbish three counselling rooms at... View Article

Designing an architecturally fantastic home isn’t simply about looks – someone has to figure out how best to build it and unlock the architectural brilliance. At Kingspan Timber Solutions we are engineering experts. We work hand in hand with you... View Article

The A. Proctor Group has launched a new wall membrane composite, which will improve airtightness levels whilst at the same time addresses the need to reduce thermal bridging, particularly in refurbishment projects. Wraptherm is a high-performance self-adhesive membrane composite specifically... View Article

The Transport Salaried Staff’s Association (TSSA) have just completed a fit-out of their new headquarters space on the second floor of 17 Devonshire Square, London. The 22,461 sq. ft. building is located in a prominent corner position within the square... View Article

Cistermiser have updated their market-leading IRC® infrared urinal flushing control valve, with improved aesthetics and an array of practical new design features. The IRC® employs motion-sensing infrared to automatically control the flushing of cistern-fed urinals, minimise water wastage and ensure... View Article

In a UK building materials first, Industrial Textiles & Plastics (ITP) is launching a Euroclass A2 flame retardant breathable membrane for roof and wall installations. Powerlon FlameOut Breathe Class A is a woven material, engineered with the highest level of... View Article

Engineered Panels in Construction (EPIC) has thrown its full weight behind the ‘100% Hackitt’ campaign to help drive the industry to adopt all 53 recommendations from ‘The Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety’. EPIC general secretary Chris Pateman... View Article

Forbo Flooring Systems has quantified the environmental impact of its 2.5mm Marmoleum, with an independent Environmental Product Declaration that confirms that it is manufactured as a carbon neutral floor covering. As each season passes, we are becoming more aware of... View Article

Inspired by the breath-taking colours and textures found within natural landscapes, Forbo Flooring Systems has re-launched its Marmoleum Marbled collection. With an independent Environmental Product Declaration confirming carbon neutral status in the production phase, Marmoleum (2.5mm) helps to minimise the embodied... View Article

Sylvania has launched ToLEDo™ Mirage, an innovative and sophisticated new range of LED lamps. Designed to exude class and enhance ambience, the range is perfect for use in homes, restaurants, hotels, barsand heritage buildings. The ToLEDo™ Mirage range boasts an innovative patented design and features a... View Article

From patchworks of muted tones to monochrome geometric patterns, decorative floor tiles are being increasingly favoured by the commercial and specification market. Ideal for those designers or architects who are looking to make a statement, CTD Architectural Tiles’ exceptional range... View Article