West Fraser’s weather-resistant CaberShield Eco

Continually investing in the improvement of its engineered wood-based panel products, West Fraser has received new BBA certification, confirming its environmentally-friendly CaberShield Eco is capable of withstanding constant exposure to the elements for a full sixty days: comfortably delivering extended practical and economic advantages for... View Article

The future in focus

Louise Walters at Designer Contracts looks at the future of new build flooring, from a shift in colour palettes to sustainable products, the importance of EPDs and how flooring materials can help meet the Future Homes Standard. The role of flooring... View Article

Mears complete large-scale refurbishment in Tower Hamlets

Mears Group has carried out planned and retrofit works on the Bancroft Estate, on behalf of client Tower Hamlets Council. The £4.7m project has spanned 18 months and has brought a wide range of improvements to the estate, with three blocks being refurbished.   The project forms... View Article

Trends and innovations in furniture fittings and accessories

The latest edition of KBB Birmingham confirmed a clear evolution in furniture design: fittings and accessories are no longer visible elements but have become key technical components within the furniture system. Innovation focuses on improving the user experience, movement, accessibility,... View Article

See how Wernick Buildings’ modular buildings are manufactured

Wernick Buildings invites architects to take part in our CPD presentation exploring the benefits of modular construction and how it can enhance project delivery. The session covers key design principles, regulatory compliance, fire and life safety, sustainability and procurement routes... View Article

How Verified EPDs Are Changing Material Choices in Architecture

Our Environmental Product Declaration explains the verified life-cycle impacts of reclaimed bricks, offering clear carbon data and sustainability metrics to help architects and builders make informed, low-carbon choices. EPD Introduction Understanding the true environmental impact of the materials we build... View Article

Midlands construction firm chooses CaberDek and SterlingOSB Zero for reliable, fast, and high-quality flooring installations

Leicestershire-based construction business, WP Developments Leicestershire Limited, now in its tenth year of trading, continues to specify West Fraser’s CaberDek and SterlingOSB Zero as its preferred flooring solutions across new build residential projects. The firm recently completed the flooring works for 20 new-build homes on a... View Article

How Can Bathroom Installations Be Made Quicker and Cleaner?

Kirstie Manning, National Specification Manager at Wilsonart, explores how improper waste disposal, shortages of experienced tilers, and health and safety concerns can create a host of delays on new-build housing projects. There are few industries where the old adage ‘time... View Article

Fensterbau Frontale 2026: MACO focuses on dialogue and systems

At Fensterbau Frontale 2026 in Nuremberg, MACO will showcase how the combination of integrated system solutions and close collaboration can deliver futureready results. Under the motto “Moving forward together”, the company will welcome visitors from 24–27 March 2026 at Stand... View Article

Lead8 Reveals Azure Bay Development in Sanya, China

Coastal Lifestyle Destination Marks Iconic Tower Project for Lead8 in Hainan Hong Kong, 3 March 2026 – Construction is underway on Azure Bay, a landmark mixed-use tower development in Sanya Bay, Hainan, with Lead8 appointed as the Architectural Designer for... View Article