5 Top Tips for Affordable Passivhaus Retrofits

Learn how to make the dream a reality at the NSBRC x Passivhaus Trust Workshop! 1. Work with an experienced Passivhaus Designer / Consultant and Independent Certifier 2. Get the retrofit modelled in PHPP (Passivhaus Planning Package) 3. Develop a... View Article

Furlong Flooring unveils new Natural Textures collection

Inspired by Britain’s natural landscapes, Natural Textures brings authentic design, timeless style and everyday practicality to modern homes Furlong Flooring has launched its brand-new Natural Textures carpet collection, introducing a versatile range of loop pile carpets inspired by the beauty... View Article

The hard facts on hardware for glass-focused homes

As windows and doors get bigger and heavier, the quality of the hardware is more important than ever. Joe Ward at SIEGENIA discusses the key trends and points to consider when choosing opening systems for ‘glass-led’ residential projects. Designs in... View Article

Why housebuilders should consider triple glazing as standard

With growing expectations around energy efficiency, comfort and long-term performance, triple glazing offers housebuilders an opportunity to deliver homes designed for the future. Is it time to make triple glazing the new standard? Triple glazing may not be a requirement... View Article

Precast’s leading role in MMC

Kieran Fields at FP McCann considers how precast-led MMC can unite fire resilience, thermal comfort and whole-life performance deliverables. Modern methods of construction (MMC) are often promoted as a route to building faster. For architects, the more useful question is... View Article

Glidevale Protect supports new SIP housing development

Building products manufacturer Glidevale Protect has supplied a range of airtightness and breather membranes for a new residential development in North Yorkshire built using Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) construction. Granby Farm Grove is a sensitive redevelopment of a redundant farmstead... View Article

Bespoke steel screens for a commercial interior

To bring this vision to life, the craftspeople at The Cotswold Casement Company fabricated 22 individual components to form six floor-to-ceiling screens. Made using W20 steel box sections, each screen was developed from detailed CAD drawings and hand-welded at the company’s Moreton-in-Marsh... View Article

Specifying Floors for Multi-Use Performance Venues

In a multi-use performance venue, the floor specification must account for both the demands of dance and the practical requirements of staging a varied programme. Where dance is a regular part of the programme, a sprung floor is necessary to... View Article

Removing the barriers: How Trianco is making heat pumps work for more UK homes

By eliminating the need for outdoor units, delivering high-temperature operation, incorporating low-GWP refrigerants and providing advanced remote monitoring capabilities, the Activair range demonstrates how modern heat pump technology has evolved. For specifiers seeking practical, scalable and future-proof heating solutions, it... View Article

Internal Entrance Doors Certified for Fire, Smoke & Security

Ahmarra specialise in triple scope internal entrance doors for residential buildings. The entrance doors are third-party certified for fire and smoke under the Q-Mark Timber Fire Door Manufacture scheme, and for security under the Q-Mark Enhanced Security Door scheme, whilst also meeting the Secured By Design and... View Article

Passive fire protection designed and for brick slip façades

Brick slip façade systems vary significantly, meaning standard cavity fire barriers may not always provide sufficient evidence needed to support specification and compliance. The Siderise BH and BV Brick Slip Cavity Barrier System has been engineered specifically for ventilated brick slip... View Article

ITP launches new Class A breather membrane

ITP have launched a new breather membrane providing a solution for high-performance wall construction. FlameOut Breathe Class A has been developed to meet the growing demand for fire-safe, durable, and moisture-managing building envelope systems. Designed specifically for external wall applications,... View Article

Crittall introduces Fineo vacuum glazing across its entire range

Crittall Windows is now offering Fineo vacuum insulating glass across its entire range of steel window and door systems, giving architects and specifiers greater scope to combine the aesthetics of steel with outstanding glazing performance. Manufactured by AGC Glass Europe,... View Article

Advanced Secures Eight Finalist Places Across Major
Fire Industry Awards

Fire safety manufacturer Advanced has been named a finalist in eight categories across two major industry awards, recognising achievements spanning product innovation, complex project delivery, sustainability, training and customer support. The Newcastle-based manufacturer has secured five finalist positions at the... View Article

Your Just Four Steps Away from Custom Vinyl Flooring

Beauflor Create is the custom printed vinyl flooring programme that makes it easy to bring unique design ideas to reality. Whether renovating a shop, styling a restaurant, personalising a public area or bringing imagination to play centres; Beauflor Create offers... View Article