University of Herfordshire’s flagship Spectra building opens

The University of Hertfordshire has celebrated the completion of its new state-of-the-art building, Spectra, home to the School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science (SPECS). Designed by BDP, Spectra marks a significant milestone in the University’s commitment to advancing science,... View Article

The patio as an additional dining area

Hotel in Leipzig commissions markilux to furnish its outdoor terrace with weather protection The “TH Hotel Leipzig” is not far from the city’s new exhibition centre. In 2021, it was reopened with an adjoining restaurant on the site where a... View Article

Competence, coordination & compliance

As the regulatory landscape continues to evolve for residential building duty holders on fire door safety, Karen Trigg of Allegion UK reviews the importance of competence and coordination in a more rigorous environment When fire safety fails, lives are put... View Article

Updated SterlingOSB Zero CPD from West Fraser

West Fraser has produced a new CPD presentation which highlights the features and benefits of the ever-popular SterlingOSB Zero panel and it’s variations. Available on RIBA’s CPD website, the video, with narration, begins with learning aims and ends with learning... View Article

A closer look at thin internal wall insulation

A term many may have been hearing more recently, is Tiwi, referring to thin internal wall insulation. To meet low U value requirements, wall insulation materials like mineral wool, fibreglass or foam have typically increased wall thickness by 50-100mm, decreasing... View Article

Western School site housing development moves a step closer

A major housing development in North East Lincolnshire at the former Western School site is a step closer, with the completion of the land agreement with top 10 UK housebuilder, Keepmoat. The housebuilder will regenerate the 22.9 acre brownfield site, which... View Article

Harrison Transforms Loughborough University’s Burleigh Court: A Masterpiece of Academic Heritage and Modern Hospitality

Loughborough University’s Burleigh Court Conference Centre and Hotel, Imago Venues’ flagship hotel and conference venue, has officially unveiled its highly anticipated refurbishment, marking a new era for the award-winning venue. The project, led by full-service 360 brand and design agency Harrison, has successfully reimagined... View Article

Castle Green hands over affordable homes in Crewe to Torus

The first phase of new affordable homes in Crewe have been delivered under a deal between Castle Green Partnerships and Torus. It’s the latest milestone in a deal agreed between Torus and Castle Green Partnerships to deliver almost 600 affordable homes across... View Article

Building indoor air quality into dwellings from the ground up

On behalf of BEAMA Underfloor Heating Group, Ashley Cooper discusses how hydronic (water-based) underfloor heating can support the industry to build healthier indoor air quality into the very fabric of a home. Delivering homes which provide residents with good indoor... View Article

Efficiency is key to getting Ofgem-ready

With more stringent oversight of heat networks around the corner, Jarrad Bedford of Insite Energy shares some tips for reducing residents’ energy bills. It shouldn’t be news to any heat network operators that the legislative landscape is set to change... View Article

Safe to touch heating

Low surface temperature radiators – LSTs – are key where there is a need to meet NHS Guidance for ‘Safe Hot Water and surface temperature’ – in hospitals, care and nursing homes, as well as sheltered housing, schools, nurseries and... View Article

Groundbreaking ceremony for new SEND school

Children with special educational needs in Brent are about to benefit from a £22 million, ultra-sustainable school in the borough. Brent Council has appointed pioneer in industrialised delivery, Reds10, to build Wembley Manor School that is due to open its... View Article