Earth-retaining structures form a critical part of below-ground construction, providing stability to excavations and resisting the lateral pressures exerted by surrounding soils and groundwater. They are designed to maintain changes in ground elevation, prevent soil collapse, control erosion, and protect... View Article

Meadfleet has been named winner of the Biodiversity and Nature Award at the Unlock Net Zero Awards 2026, recognising its commitment to enhancing biodiversity and supporting sustainable communities across the residential developments it manages. Meadfleet manages more than 545 acres... View Article

Durability is a key factor in the specification of kitchen and bathroom flooring in social housing, and Beauflor cushion vinyl flooring is the first line of defence against premature wear and early replacement.  Every day flooring comes under attack and... View Article

KeyTracker helps organisations secure, manage and trace keys, access cards, tools and equipment, giving authorised teams quick access while strengthening control and accountability. When keys and assets change hands, visibility matters. KeyTracker’s scalable portfolio helps organisations strengthen access control, reduce... View Article

Frontline Bathrooms has significantly expanded its Aqua Glass collection for 2026, adding new enclosure configurations, larger sizes and further finish options to create one of the most comprehensive stock-backed showering ranges available in the UK. The development forms part of... View Article

For housing associations and local authorities, maintaining existing heating systems can be a tricky balancing act. Budgets remain are ever-tightening, housing stock is continuing to age, and expectations around energy efficiency and tenant comfort are only increasing. As a result,... View Article

Ten years after launching its pioneering “Inspector” app, Siderise has unveiled the next generation of this digital tool. Named “Siderise Inspection App,” it has been developed to help installers verify the quality of passive fire protection and acoustic installations, maintain... View Article

Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) has won the Refurbishment Project of the Year category at the Steel Window Association Awards 2026 for the extensive refurbishment of the fenestration at 214 Oxford Street project, in Central London which now houses IKEA’s flagship store and HQ. Complex transformation of a... View Article

Bifold doors have become a defining feature of contemporary residential architecture, creating bright, open spaces that blur the boundary between indoors and out. But specifying the right system involves far more than achieving slim sightlines and impressive aesthetics. As glazed... View Article

Three new Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are announced for PVC rainwater systems and PVC & U-PVC roofline products. Freefoam Building Products are delighted to announce the release of three Environmental Product Declaration’s. Summary documents of the full EPD’s are now... View Article

With the UK experiencing four heatwaves so far this year and with heat-health warnings currently in place across parts of England, Vent-Axia has sponsored a new white paper examining the growing challenge of overheating in UK buildings. Published by Architects... View Article