Envirovent advises self builders when choosing an MVHR system

Dominic Gilhooly, Customer Services Team Manager at EnviroVent Ltd, looks at why MVHR (Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery) is becoming more important in new and renovated homes and advises self-builders on choosing an MVHR system. “The updated Building Regulations in... View Article

Keller Kitchens’ new contract partners is Arcos Interiors, Bristol

Keller Kitchens has announced a new strategic partnership for the company’s kitchen contract channel in the UK. Arcos Interiors of Bristol has been appointed as Keller’s exclusive contract partner for the South West of England. Headed up by Christian Ford, Arcos Interiors boasts 30 years’ experience in the... View Article

Cover up with UK Boxings’ column casings

Already well known for our cost-effective MDF pipe casing products, column casings have also been part of the UK Boxings’ range for more than 10 years, and can be specified in four different material options, as well as an array... View Article

Interior Inspiration: Kitchens/dining rooms

Arguably one of the biggest purchases of your project, choosing the right kitchen/dining area is paramount. Explore our collection of dining tables, kitchens, and accessories and find inspiration for the heart of your home   1. The Dalani Dining Table... View Article

ERoofing launches sister site Silicone Direct

ERoofing, one of the UK’s leading roofing online stores, has launched a new sister website, Silicone Direct (siliconedirect.co.uk). The website will focus on sealants, silicones, and adhesives, providing a superb range of products at low prices, with fast delivery, and excellent customer... View Article

The handmade tale

Jason Hughes of Imperial Bricks looks at how architects are embracing the opportunities offered by the latest ranges in brick products, blends and finishes Bricks have long been used by architects to add interest to ‘basic construction.’ Durable and practical,... View Article

Scots take the Passivhaus road with new standard

This Summer, the Scottish Government is due to consult on the “Scottish equivalent to the Passivhaus standard,” as a compulsory requirement for all new homes. This represents a significant shift, with modelling from the Passivhaus Trust suggesting that heating demand... View Article

Selfbuilder Diaries

Jo and Andrew’s dream New England-style home on the Dorset coast is finally taking shape after years of planning woes, and their original builder dropping out a week before demolition began! Jo takes up the story… When we purchased our... View Article

Design your very own ‘Wonderwall’

Interior designer Judith Harrop describes how with careful design, you can make a media wall for all your home entertainment needs that’s an integral part of your interior design, and provides the right balance of aesthetics and function The term... View Article

Wetland wonder

Simon Roberts and Sarah Bruml managed to achieve their innovative, sustainable and flood-resilient cabin on a highly sensitive site next to a tidal creek and natural wetland in Southwold, thanks to a bedded-in design TEXT DEBBIE JEFFERY IMAGES DAVID VALINSKY Serendipity... View Article

Brilliantly British manufacturing from DoorCo

DoorCo recently announced the addition of a new door to their composite door portfolio that is being manufactured in their new Doncaster facility. Revealed as BRiTDOR, the new timber core composite door represents the new brand’s classic British origins. BRiTDOR’s... View Article