An extensive porcelain installation, at BT’s new global headquarters, has recently been completed by Stone & Ceramic using a Mapei system. The project – at One Braham in Aldgate, East London – featured Solus terrazzo, terrazzo-effect flooring and porcelain tiles... View Article

Knauf Insulation has launched OmniFit® Slab 32, the first 32 lambda glass mineral wool insulation slab on the market for use in light steel frame systems (SFS) as part of a rainscreen facade or other external wall build-ups. Liliya Luke, Glass Mineral... View Article

The stylish Bridgwater complex is part of a scheme which includes a cinema, restaurants and rejuvenated green space. Corstorphine & Wright were project architects with Willmott Dixon acting as main contractor. The facade features triangular and diamond shapes in a... View Article

Sealmaster and Intumescent Seals of Cambridge have been an industry leader in sealing solutions for doors, windows, glazing and a variety of applications since 1960. The family run business manufactures a wide variety of products designed to keep your heating... View Article

Bi-folding doors are a top feature on Brits’ priority list when looking to buy a property. In a recent Origin survey, homeowners ranked bi-folding doors as more important to them than a good home energy efficiency rating and a fireplace.... View Article

As a natural material, concrete is an increasingly popular choice in exterior design, thanks to its versatile properties, durability and functionality. Here, Paul Lees, head of commercial at Tarmac, takes a look at how housebuilders and property developers can use concrete... View Article

Property finance specialist MSP Capital has agreed a £100m development funding facility with London-based asset manager and private equity firm Pollen Street Capital. The deal is the latest of several strategic moves MSP Capital has made to ready itself for more growth... View Article

Showering solutions that last a lifetime Lakes has a strong reputation for its customer-first and service-led approach, with fast delivery times plus technical and after sales support on hand whenever you need it. The new and elegant Alpha collection from... View Article

Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions is enhancing its range of air conditioners with the new, wall-mounted TZ ZKE which has the air cleaning nanoe™ X technology built-in as standard. Designed to fit in the smallest spaces of any home, the... View Article

The first community diagnostics hub of its kind in England is now open and delivering a healthy environment for patients through its ventilation. The Rutherford Diagnostic Centre Somerset in Taunton is the first to open in response to recommendations made... View Article

Meeting the challenge of combining aesthetics and regulations Dorset County Hospital is located just outside Dorchester town centre. This modern hospital provides a full range of district general services, including an accident and emergency department, and links with satellite units... View Article

Michael Brundle, Managing Director at F.H. Brundle, discusses the company’s outstanding aluminium decking system, Synergised. Think decking, and you probably think timber. But timber, as classically attractive and readily available as it is, has problems, as everyone in our sector... View Article

The first zinc roof was installed in 1809 on a relatively traditional church in Liege which is now part of modern day Belgium thus making zinc roofing older than Belgium! Since then, zinc has been used on an incredibly wide... View Article

Bi-fold doors remain high on the priority list for homeowners due to their ability to maximise natural light in a home and create a seamless transition between the indoors and outdoors. Origin’s award-winning bi-fold door systems (OB-49 and OB-72) are... View Article

Get clear and verified technical data from Glidevale Protect When you’re specifying building materials, transparency and trust in your supply chain counts. Whether it’s construction and roofing membranes, ventilation or damp proofing solutions, reliance on technical data is key. For... View Article

Make your next project stand out from the crowd with VELFAC composite glazing: Distinctive frames combine durable external aluminium with natural inner pine Ultimate design flexibility – identical sightlines across all units, fixed or opening, double or triple glazed Triple glazing... View Article

The construction industry cannot minimise its way out of the climate crisis. There is a need for buildings with a low carbon footprint – and for healthy, durable materials which can create value in new cycles. Troldtekt A/S has interviewed... View Article

Leakage and domestic consumption are the two primary strands of water conservation in the UK. Reduce leaks, Design out joints on pipes and prepare for smarter meters It has been calculated that 25% of water leakage on the customer side1,... View Article

Alumno, a specialist student accommodation developer, conceived and delivered a sophisticated and welcoming space for Element Bermondsey, a new student accommodation overlooking Bermondsey Spa Gardens. To do this, Forbo Flooring Systems’ Sarlon and Safestep floor coverings were specified, for their... View Article

Singular by Ideal Standard and Armitage Shanks simplifies the process for commercial washrooms, providing an end-to-end specification journey with a near-infinite combination of award-winning products and solutions to choose from. We can provide architects and designers with access to huge... View Article