Collard Towers, Hilton, Cambridgeshire

Seasoned self-builders Sarah and Rob Collard have designed and built not just one family home but two, the second being ‘Collard Towers’. Sarah says, “A few years ago we bought a plot of land, demolished the existing house and self-built... View Article

Easy-to-use wall access loft ladder for modern family home

This New Forest family home features an impressive double-height landing space. A small hatch positioned 2.65m above the floor-level provides access to the loft, which offers useful storage and contains the boiler. The homeowners wanted easy access to the loft.... View Article

WilkinsonEyre unveils Bakhmaro Mountain Hotel

In a valley at an altitude of approximately 2000m, Bakhmaro Mountain Hotel provides access to unparalleled views of the steep mountain slopes. WilkinsonEyre’s competition-winning proposal has been designed to connect guests to the wider landscape from the moment of arrival.... View Article

Plans Submitted for 142-Home Brownfield Regeneration in Battersea

Local property developer Rockwell, has submitted proposals by award-winning architects, Farrells, to redevelop an underused brownfield site to deliver 142 much-needed new homes in Battersea, Wandsworth. As one of the oldest buildings in the Ransomes Dock area, the Glassmill (1 Battersea Bridge Road) is no... View Article

41 homes receive planning approval at Trimdon Village

Regional housebuilder, Homes by Esh has received planning permission from Durham County Council to build 41 residential homes at Trimdon Village after concluding the acquisition of the 7.5 acres of land in September 2023. Brought forward by Esh Group’s private... View Article

Industrial Loft Doors from Hörmann UK

Industrial loft style doors from Hörmann UK have been developed in response to the growing trend for slimline, heritage-style doors and screening. They combine large, glazed panels with high quality slim steel profiles, to offer specifiers endless opportunities to create... View Article

Rayner right to be ambitious on housebuilding.

At UKREiiF, Angela Rayner, Shadow Housing Secretary made several commitments to help solve the UK’s housing crisis including new towns, greater numbers of affordable housing, a return of housing  targets and a clear design code criteria.  Richard Beresford, Chief Executive... View Article

Haddonstone stars in 19th century church restoration

A two-year project to repair and extend a popular Greek Orthodox church in Hertfordshire has involved a variety of traditional trade skills and conservation techniques, as well as the sourcing of materials to match the style of the existing structure.... View Article

On the move – decorative casings for transport hubs

When it comes to durable and decorative casings for transport projects, the extensive Encasement range has them covered. The high volume and constant footfall created by passengers, imposes specific demands on column casings and wall linings, as they need to... View Article

King Edward IV Multi Academy Trust – Case Study

Forming part of the King Edward VI Multi Academy Trust, are two Camp Hill institutions for Boys and Girls. As part of the campus there are a number of outdoor pitches to cater for a plethora of sporting activities. Despite... View Article

Hermetically sealed doors stop pathogens spread

James White of Record UK looks at the important role of cleanrooms and hermetically sealing door systems in healthcare environments – as well as providing useful guidance on their specification Patient wellbeing is of critical importance within healthcare settings and... View Article

A sound footing for learning

Schools are hubs of learning, yet the effectiveness of teaching depends on an often-overlooked factor. Michael Anderson of Zentia discuss the how the acoustic environment is crucial for optimal education, and the guidance available The quality of sound within a... View Article