Located in Charlton, South London, West Leigh was established during the Blitz in 1943. During the destruction in London, the company helped in repairing windows and facades that had been damaged by bombings throughout the city. Over the years, West Leigh has... View Article

Brett Martin’s Marlon Clickfix polycarbonate panel glazing system has provided a key architectural feature for Farnborough Airport’s new state of the art hanger – Domus III. Incorporated as part of the hanger’s extensive door system, the Clickfix panels allow daylight... View Article

A triumphant night saw the A. Proctor Group win in both categories it was nominated for at the 2024 Construction Marketing Awards (CMAs). Judges named the company as winner in the Best Product Launch and Best Advertising Campaign categories. The... View Article

Patient safety and wellbeing always the ultimate priority within the healthcare sector and the integration of appropriate safety measures within building design is key to its delivery. One often overlooked, yet critical, aspect is ensuring that doorways are equipped with... View Article

The focus of retrofitting is often on improving energy efficiency — through better insulation, sealing gaps, and upgrading heating systems. But there’s another critical factor that can’t be overlooked: ventilation. Without proper airflow, a tightly sealed home can trap moisture,... View Article

Retrofitting older buildings has become a top priority as the government and local authorities push for greater sustainability. With governments driving net-zero targets and homeowners looking to lower energy bills, retrofitting offers practical solutions for upgrading the efficiency of existing... View Article

Managing housing stock isn’t easy. Rising energy bills, frequent repair requests, and tenant complaints can all signal that your properties aren’t performing as well as they should. Left unaddressed, these issues can lead to higher costs and dissatisfied tenants. To... View Article

Retrofitting is all about upgrading buildings to make them more energy-efficient and sustainable. In 2025, new ideas and technologies are changing how we do this, making retrofits smarter, faster, and more effective. To explain what’s happening, we spoke to Michael... View Article