BBA Accreditation for Delta MS 500 Fire Retardant

LISTEN HERE 🔊 We’re delighted to announce our Delta MS 500 Fire Retardant, Type C (basement/below ground waterproofing membrane) has been awarded BBA accreditation. The Delta MS 500 Fire Retardant is the only Fire Retardant, Type C Membrane with BBA accreditation... View Article

Nordic Green Copper Aurora

LISTEN HERE 🔊 ‘The fact that copper is a natural material and, of course, 100% recyclable are for me important factors – and certainly its longevity is often overlooked’ This contemporary cottage, built in a stunning seashore location on the... View Article

Closing the green skills gap

Elaine Gilligan of K Systems argues why reversing the skills shortage could quicken the race to net-zero Addressing the skills gap in the construction sector could bolster the industry’s efforts as it seeks to help the UK reduce carbon emissions.... View Article

Air exchange targets

Richard Poole from Siegenia addresses how and why housing managers should meet the new air exchange targets The updated new building regulation Approved Document F covering ventilation came into force on 15th June 2022. Part F concerns construction projects that... View Article

Reducing fire risk across the entire building envelope

Will Wigfield from ROCKWOOL UK explains why above ground level amenities such as roofs, balconies and terraces need greater consideration to mitigate fire risk Fire safety is critical in any home but has a particular significance and complexity when it... View Article

Change to the decentralised line

With design and installation of ventilation systems increasingly essential for both new builds and renovations, Richard Poole of Siegenia looks at how decentralised systems can offer an important way around trickle vents. As we produce more tightly insulated buildings, window... View Article

Political aims hit turbulence

Brian Berry, chief executive of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) wonders whether the UK’s current political turmoil will halt the ‘levelling up’ ambitions. The constant political turbulence over the last few years continues in earnest with a government on... View Article

Rising to the challenge of future floods

As building on flood plains continues to be an uncomfortable necessity, James Parker reports on a project to develop a house prototype that rises and falls as and when a flood occurs, thereby unlocking previously unviable sites across the UK.... View Article

Hastings rocks

A mixed-use development is bringing new homes and commercial space to a brownfield site on Hastings’ revitalised seafront. Patrick Hanlon, founder and CEO of Roost People, explores how the developer retained the building’s historic facade while replacing everything behind it.... View Article

Earthborn’s Claypaint specified for new hostel in Leeds

LISTEN HERE 🔊 A newly renovated 19th century building in Leeds recently opened its doors to accommodate travellers. The new hostel has 12 truly unique rooms, all designed by local and international artists. Earthborn’s Claypaint was on hand to help... View Article

Aico launch new and improved HomeLINK App for Residents

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Seeking to empower residents to create safer and healthier homes, Aico, the European Market Leader in Home Life Safety, has launched the third iteration of the HomeLINK App for Residents. The app provides an innovative solution to... View Article

New score & snap tile backer board from Euroform

LISTEN HERE 🔊 A new, lightweight, ‘score & snap’ tile backer board has been launched by construction materials supplier Euroform. Named ‘Easyboard®’, the fibre cement board is designed for use in areas of high moisture, such as kitchens and bathrooms,... View Article

Troldtekt takes gold

LISTEN HERE Since 2012, Danish acoustic wood wool manufacturer Troldtekt has been leading the way with its sustainable practices and leadership. An early adopter of the Cradle-to-Cradle design concept, the company has focused on its material health, reutilisation, energy, water... View Article

Ahead of the curve

As an alternative to revolving doors, automatic curved sliding doors are a great way of combining efficiency with a stunning focal point at a building’s entrance. James White from Record UK explains the options for specifiers Curved sliding door systems... View Article

Ask the Architect: Festus Moffat

Festus Moffat, director at John Robertson Architects (JRA), answers ADF’s questions on his motivations, and his practice’s future plans What made you want to become an architect? Growing up, I was always interested in drawing, and in art, and I... View Article