Meadfleet Celebrates a Successful Year of Community Engagement

Meadfleet Open Space Management is marking a milestone year of meaningful community engagement activities across the areas it serves. Known for their commitment to enhancing green spaces, Meadfleet earned a prestigious gold award at the 2024 International Corporate Social Responsibility... View Article

New Recruit for Manchester’s Architecture Unknown

Ancoats-based architecture practice ‘Architecture Unknown’ is to expand its team ahead of 2025 to its tackle its growing portfolio. Alice Allen joins the business as an Architectural Assistant and will be working on projects across the North of England, including... View Article

How to choose a lead-free flashing

Klober UK’s Nick King details six things self-builders and their roofers should be aware of when considering lead-free flashing.  Not all things are made equal, and this saying can certainly be applied to lead-free flashing. From the material the lead-free... View Article

The JJ Mack Building

Just 150m from Farringdon Station, the JJ Mack Building on Charterhouse Street is marketed as ‘one of London’s smartest and most sustainable office buildings.’ A variety of Schlüter-Systems’ products were specified to provide robust waterproofing and tile protection in the... View Article

A focus on SWA member, West Leigh

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

Ventilation in Retrofitted Homes: Getting It Right

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

Top Retrofitting Trends Shaping the Construction Industry in 2025

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