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Recently completed is the refurbishment of a substantial mixed-use building in the plush Fitzrovia/Marylebone area of central London. Crittall Windows made a significant contribution to both the aesthetic and sustainability of the seven-storey Devonshire House that commands the corner of... View Article

Steel doors and windows are synonymous with rugged performance and slim sightlines; and these same distinctive frames and profiles are now being specified for inside a building too.  Members of the Steel Window Association (SWA) are helping to create stylish interior spaces for... View Article

From guest bathrooms and hotel lobbies, to bar and restaurant areas and every space in between, RAK Ceramics provides a full interiors solution. A one-stop shop for all aspects of hospitality design, the manufacturer offers a portfolio of quality products,... View Article

As one of the most versatile and widely specified products from Schlüter-Systems, Schluter-KERDI-BOARD finds applications for both retrofit and new-build installations, with different thicknesses of the extruded polystyrene (XPS) panel providing a stable and waterproof substrate for natural stone and ceramic tiling.... View Article

Ceilings manufacturer Zentia helps refurbish Glasgow Mental Health Network’s offices. Leading UK ceilings manufacturer Zentia has helped a mental health charity with a facelift for its offices. The Gateshead-based company donated 300m2 of its mineral ceiling tiles to the refurbishment of the... View Article

Celebrating 40-years in the tile specification business, Parkside 40 Years x Lois O’Hara, will launch at this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week. 2023 marks four decades of Parkside’s involvement in tile specification. Since its inception, the business has been providing contemporary... View Article

According to recent figures from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), falls from height were the main type of fatal accident for workers between 2021/2022. Architects can mitigate the potential for falls from height by specifying compliant roof safety products at... View Article

Fire cavity barriers are commonly rectangular in profile and compressed when incorporated between masonry skins of a cavity wall. Penetrating water can pool and reservoir on top of an unprotected barrier, as it effectively acts as a bridge, linking the... View Article

To comply with current fire safety standards, Marley Alutec has launched updated versions of two of its popular Elite aluminium balcony rainwater outlets, which can be adapted on site to meet different requirements. As a non-combustible A2-S1,d0 fire-rated product, these... View Article

IVC Commercial is unlocking the key to happiness with workshops and events at The Gallery Clerkenwell during this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week, 23-25 May. Pay IVC Commercial a visit during Clerkenwell Design Week and discover a programme of hands-on workshops... View Article

Creating practical and attractive interiors is never an easy task, but for public buildings, the challenges can be even more acute. This is particularly true in the leisure, education and health sectors, as well as local authority buildings and service... View Article

Windows and doors should not only look good but also deliver optimum insulation, long durability, trouble free operation and minimal maintenance for the lifetime of the installation. VELFAC composite glazing delivers all this and more, in a window system renowned... View Article

Bridgend-based ROCKWOOL UK has appointed experienced industry leader Nick Wilson to continue the growth of its business ROCKWOOL has welcomed Nick Wilson as Managing Director to lead the insulation manufacturer across the UK and Irish markets. Wilson brings over 20... View Article

A significant milestone of a University’s Estate Masterplan has been completed with the use of an acoustic system solution provided by Sto. The company’s StoSilent Distance system and StoDecosit interior plaster now provide a practical and comfortable acoustic environment for... View Article

High performance spray foam insulation has been used in an innovative shipping container repurposing project in central Manchester. The project – The OGS Container Scheme – has been built at the Old Granada TV Studios site and uses an array... View Article

 Along with the Work Trousers range, these Hoodies and Sweatshirts are probably the most popular products among Snickers Workwear users. Designed specifically for professional craftsmen and women, they’re built for durability and comfort. The ‘full zip’ or ‘overhead’ styles are... View Article

Mineral ceiling systems by Zentia feature on Howdens’ new UK logistics hub. Mineral ceiling systems by Zentia were specified for a new UK national logistics hub for the international Howdens Joinery Group for a trio of reasons – sustainability, aesthetics... View Article

The ultimate in functionality and hygiene In any accessible bathroom, space is key, and with Pressalit’s new height and sideways adjustable MATRIX washbasin, creating space quickly and hygienically has just got easier. The world leading manufacturer and designer Pressalit has... View Article