The modern day architect a visionary for urban development

By Graham McDarby, managing director of GRADONARCHITECTURE Architects are not just designers; they are visionaries who can influence the way in which we perceive and interact with our surroundings. They are catalysts for social change, bringing spaces, buildings and entire... View Article

A modern approach

With the controversy over wood burning stoves, BFCMA’s Dennis Milligan explains why it is worth looking at the benefits of modern stoves.  Combined with quality wood, modern stoves offer significant benefits that align with reducing carbon emissions and improving air... View Article

Protecting Self Build Projects During Winter Months

Carrying out a self build requires significant investment, effort, and dedication to achieve your desired living space. With such a large financial commitment, it’s crucial to safeguard the project against potential risks along the way – especially those more likely... View Article

The original and still the best

Saniflo has long been the generic term in the UK for macerators. Invented by SFA in France in the late 50s, the original product, the Sanibroyeur, quickly had a transformational effect on the ability to add WCs into properties that... View Article

A comprehensive approach to sustainable building

21 Degrees are more than a supplier; they are your dedicated partner in sustainable building. Their integrated services streamline the process for architects, self-builders, and homeowners by simplifying the specification, design, and implementation of sustainable building solutions. They design, supply... View Article

Nationwide trade service introduced by Paul Rowles Kitchens

Paul Rowles Kitchens is pleased to announce that they will now be rolling out the same tailored service normally reserved for retail customers to Trade customers nationwide. This comes following several years of successful kitchen and white goods supply to... View Article

TORMAX Delivers Modern Access to Castle Hotel

Opened in the summer of 2024, Warwick Castle Hotel lies in the heart of the 64-acre grounds, with over 60 medieval-themed rooms. Door automation expert TORMAX worked with main contractor RED Construction Group to deliver an entrance solution that welcomes... View Article

Cover up with Pendock pipe boxing

The Pendock Profiles range of specialist pipe boxing and casing solutions is one of the most comprehensive available, and is already a common feature in countless projects across the UK including heating system refurbishment, boiler upgrades and retro-fit fire sprinkler system installation.... View Article

Housing minister tours Canalside new homes development

Minister of State for Housing and Planning, Matthew Pennycook MP, has visited Canalside Quarter, the first residential phase of the new Oxford North innovation district. Developed by award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group, Canalside Quarter is providing much-needed sustainable homes in the centre of this key strategic... View Article

Plans submitted to upgrade iconic campus building

Plans to preserve and transform the Grade II listed URS building on the University of Reading’s Whiteknights campus have been submitted to Wokingham Borough Council. The URS building, commonly referred to as the ‘Lego’ building, is a 1970s ‘structuralist’ feature... View Article

Rykneld Homes adds director

Lucy Gebbie will take on the role of Director of Corporate Resources At Rykneld Homes. Lucy will step up from her current position, Head of Corporate Services, to join the newly-formed executive team with immediate effect. Lorraine Shaw, MD, said:... View Article

Download the NEW Harlequin Guide for Architects!

Discover the Harlequin Guide for Architects today – your essential resource for specifying performance floors with confidence. This guide explores the key differences between dance and sports floors, balancing specification needs with performance considerations to safeguard dancers’ health and well-being.... View Article

Daylight: The overlooked role

As sustainable construction advances, home design must go beyond energy efficiency, considering daylight, ventilation, comfort, and embodied carbon. Neil Freshwater of VELUX explores how daylight and Indoor Environment Quality can contribute. In the pursuit of more sustainable and energy-efficient homes,... View Article

Vent-Axia Welcomes Government Setting Date for Awaab’s Law

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has welcomed the UK Government setting a date of October 2025 for Awaab’s Law to be introduced across the social housing sector. The law was initiated following the tragic death of 2-year-old Awaab Ishak, due... View Article

SterlingOSB Zero engineers out carbon

SterlingOSB Zero, from timber panel specialist West Fraser, represents a choice of precision-engineered square edge or tongue & groove boards which are selected for applications such as flooring, roofing and offsite cassette or timber frame manufacturing; for practical and economic reasons.... View Article

Futurebuild 2025 Knowledge Programme is now LIVE!

At a time when the urgency of the climate crisis has never been clearer, this year’s Futurebuild Arena Programme, curated by The Edge and sponsored by Mitsubishi Electric, will explore how the built and natural environments can drive meaningful change. The conference... View Article