UK-based manufacturer Kingfisher Louvres has supplied a rooftop screening package for the University of Derby’s new £75m Cavendish Building, providing aluminium architectural louvres that support the building’s award-winning design. Working closely with client Advanced Roofing & Cladding, Kingfisher delivered 154... View Article

The construction industry is under increasing pressure to deliver more from the buildings it creates. Homes and commercial buildings alike are expected to be more energy efficient, lower carbon, durable and cost-effective than ever before. At the same time, designers,... View Article

In contemporary architecture, the demand for seamless integration between technology and design continues to grow. Nowhere is this more evident than in entrance systems, where the challenge lies in balancing automation, accessibility, and aesthetics. Underfloor drive systems for swing doors... View Article

What’s in a name? Established in 2006 we were one of the first companies set up to directly service the self build and domestic housing market with underfloor heating and flowing screed installations, we have led – others have followed…We... View Article

As the bathroom continues to evolve into a more considered and design-led part of the home, architects, designers and specifiers are increasingly seeking solutions that combine aesthetic flexibility with practical performance. With Skyla, Villeroy & Boch introduces a bathroom collection... View Article

As the evenings draw in and thoughts turn to making our homes warmer and more inviting, the fireplace once again becomes the natural heart of the living space. And whether your taste is for the convenience of gas, the flexibility... View Article

Housing associations, local authorities, and operators of nursing homes and public buildings are facing growing expectations to provide environments that are not only energy efficient, but also safe, healthy, and well managed. Trianco’s latest heat pump technology is helping organisations take... View Article

As contemporary interiors embrace soft neutrals, clean lines and uncluttered layouts, designers are increasingly turning to darker timber flooring to introduce warmth, depth and visual weight. Havwoods’ rich Walnut Cocoa flooring shows how a deeper timber tone can bring contrast... View Article

Wood fibre insulation from STEICO and a diffusion-open EWI Pro render was chosen to support the low-carbon retrofit ambitions of the owner of a semi-detached house in Northwood in the London Borough of Hillingdon. Furbnow, specialists in planning home energy... View Article

Wood fibre insulation from STEICO and a diffusion-open EWI Pro render was chosen to support the low-carbon retrofit ambitions of the owner of a semi-detached house in Northwood in the London Borough of Hillingdon. Furbnow, specialists in planning home energy... View Article

Wood fibre insulation from STEICO and a diffusion-open EWI Pro render was chosen to support the low-carbon retrofit ambitions of the owner of a semi-detached house in Northwood in the London Borough of Hillingdon. Furbnow, specialists in planning home energy... View Article

Wood fibre insulation from STEICO and a diffusion-open EWI Pro render was chosen to support the low-carbon retrofit ambitions of the owner of a semi-detached house in Northwood in the London Borough of Hillingdon. Furbnow, specialists in planning home energy... View Article

FP McCann has successfully supplied and installed its high-performance Precast Concrete (PC) Cladding System on The Regent, which is now completed and ready to move into, part of the high-end urban residential scheme at Camden Goods Yard in NW1, London. ... View Article

Keraflo has released a new series of how-to videos on its YouTube channel, designed to support installers and facilities teams in getting the most from its Tanktronic tank management system. The videos act as practical installation aids, walking viewers step... View Article

Are you trying to achieve a clean minimalist finish, or make sure period details take centre stage? In either case, the last thing you want is an eye-catching loft hatch dominating the ceiling and spoiling the aesthetic. It is really... View Article

Exploring the relationship between ageing, hearing loss, dementia, and the built environment, emphasizes how room acoustics can significantly affect communication, wellbeing, and quality of life for older adults and people living with a dementia. It is acknowledged that hearing loss... View Article

Filon has listed a selection of its roofing, rooflight and cladding systems on NBS Source, giving construction specifiers direct access to structured product information during the design and specification process. The NBS Source platform brings together information from more than... View Article

Sunlight has governed human biology since long before architecture existed. It drives our circadian rhythm, regulating serotonin, cortisol and melatonin — the chemistry behind sleep, mood and alertness. Yet most indoor lighting, including that often used in the care settings... View Article

Feature fireplaces give living spaces a cosy and comforting focal point and a real crackling fire quickly becomes the heart of the home. Whether planning a move into a period property or considering an upgrade for an existing home, the... View Article

Gas Fired Fixings – a new, innovative installation method designed to reduce EWI installation time with less disruption for residents and reduced fatigue for installer teams. Transform your retrofit and decarbonisation programmes with Gas Fired Fixings, an innovative EWI installation method... View Article