Remediation Success

Luke Driscoll of Hyde Group explains how engaging residents from the outset of building safety remediation projects is the key success The landmark Building a Safer Future publication and subsequent legislation reinforced the importance of building owners’ obligations to provide... View Article

Affordable warmth

Ashley Cooper of WMS, explains how heating homes from the ground up delivers affordable warmth for today, tomorrow and the future Incorporating underfloor heating into a home’s fabric offers many benefits, from ease of installation to thermal comfort and low... View Article

White paper: How ESG due diligence is driving investment

A new report explores how ESG is helping property investors to maximise returns. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics are transforming residential property development, gaining traction as a growing commercial opportunity. The total global value of ESG assets in general... View Article

A. Proctor Group RIBA Approved CPD Seminars

Aimed at Architects, Specifiers and Contractors, attendees will receive technical advice from A. Proctor Group technical experts, providing the latest guidance on British and European Standards, compliance with Building Regulations, and learning on how to maximise performance and avoid potential... View Article

Windows to future
sustainability

Emily Page of window fabricator Stedek, charts the evolution of energy-saving windows, from early innovations to low carbon solutions for future homes. Windows might only make up a tiny part of the average building – but when it comes to... View Article

Thomas Alexander Homes Welcomes New Commercial Director

Yorkshire-based housebuilder Thomas Alexander Homes has appointed Joe Priestley as Commercial Director to lead its ambitious growth plans. Joe has more than 20 years of experience in the construction industry, having previously held important roles at a number of regional... View Article

What to look for when appointing a CDM compliance specialist

Trust is critical in any business and never more so when your responsibility for ensuring health and safety compliance is on the line. CDM Regulations impact all areas of property, estate, construction and project management and outsourcing the expertise allows... View Article

UKCW Birmingham

01 – 03 October NEC, Birmingham UK Construction Week Birmingham (UKCW), the UK’s largest built environment trade show, will take place from 1-3 October at Birmingham’s NEC.  Continuing from the success of UK Construction Week London which included the biggest... View Article

CaberDek weatherproofs flooring with protective film

CaberDek, from West Fraser, is well-suited for the unpredictable climate in the UK. It combines their leading particleboard flooring with a durable, waterproof, and slip-resistant film. Meeting BS EN312: part 5 standards, CaberDek provides a secure working surface with its robust... View Article

Passivhaus comforts, ‘automatically’

Tyron Cosway of Loxone looks at the role building automation can play in maximising the comfort and liveability of low energy Passivhaus designs As the demand for sustainable living solutions rises, the concept of Passivhaus design has garnered significant attention... View Article

Pyroguard introduces new RIBA-approved CPD

Designed to arm architects with the information they need to get more from their fire safety glass specifications, Pyroguard is pleased to introduce its new RIBA-approved CPD – ‘Fire safety glazing: a system not a product!’  Delivered by the world’s... View Article

Sporty Andy is ADSA’s New Education Supremo

A new education and training supremo has joined the Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA) to help deliver new structures and policies to support its training delivery and give it “fresh eyes and a new perspective”. Andy Tilley has been appointed... View Article

Bradite One Can Aids Street Transformation

A quiet residential street in Portsmouth has received a makeover thanks to local volunteers supported by, amongst others, Bradite paints. Members of the local Goodgym – an organisation that combines keeping fit with practical help for the community – descended... View Article