The new 2024 Colour of the Year by PPG-Johnstone’s trade

Johnstone’s Trade has announced the PPG Voice of Colour 2024 Colour of the Year: Limitless (PPG1091-3), a fresh, warm hue that is a recognisable primary colour with the confidence of a saturated pastel. This modern honey beige offers excellent design... View Article

Traditional sedge weaving-inspired residences in Da Nang

Sun Cosmo Residence Da Nang is a high-end residential development located along the Han River, offering breathtaking views of Vietnam. Comprising multiple plots, Sun Cosmo Residence features high-rise condominiums, shop villas, and shop houses that span across the riverside. The... View Article

Designer Contracts to exhibit at UK Construction Week

Designer Contracts are a national company with a unique network of 14 regions. Since 1992 they have enjoyed significant growth and success, allowing them to build considerable financial resources, a robust operational structure, fantastic buying power and a loyal and... View Article

Solution Fires expands luxury electric fire range

Leading fireplace manufacturer Solution Fires has significantly expanded its desirable, sophisticated electric fire range with the addition of five new models. Complementing the brand’s existing collection of highly efficient, authentic electric fires and fireplaces is the Blackthorn, a stylish electric stove designed to mimic... View Article

New Troldtekt panels with reduced carbon footprint

Since 2012, Danish acoustic panel manufacturer Troldtekt has led the way with its sustainable practices and leadership. An early adopter of the Cradle-to-Cradle design concept, the company has focused on its material health, reutilisation, energy, water and social responsibility winning... View Article

Retreating to
the city

For many self-builders, the big goal is moving from the city to the country, but a couple from the Scottish Highlands had the opposite aim in building their ‘secret garden’ home in Aberdeen TEXT NIK HUNTER IMAGES JIM STEPHENSON Russel... View Article

Selfbuilder Diaries

Nicole Collison and her husband Rob, along with their two young daughters, are moving from the coast to the countryside, renovating a Grade II listed Kent barn in search of a rural dream in their home county We’re the Collisons!... View Article

Building excitement

4-8 October, Birmingham’s NEC WHAT’S ON AT THIS YEAR’S GRAND DESIGNS BIRMINGHAM? THE EXHIBITION A great opportunity to meet hundreds of suppliers across different project areas, all under one roof. The five areas of the show are: Build, Kitchens and Bathrooms,... View Article

Ask the Expert – Get your light right

With so many options available from so many suppliers, choosing the right rooflight can be a bit of a minefield. Here Paul Trace from Stella Rooflights answers the key questions you will need to consider when seeking out the ideal... View Article

Trending: Internal Glazing

According to RIBA, almost 20% want a home office space. Architects must consider how to deliver this for clients. But creating a home office shouldn’t come at the sacrifice of natural light, as homeowners are three times more likely to believe... View Article

Ideal Standard launches new sustainable shower system Alu⁺

Ideal Standard, has previewed its latest showering range, Alu+, launching in September 2023. The new collection stands out with its modern colour palette, practical features and strong sustainability credentials, offering customers a contemporary shower solution for modern living. In terms... View Article

Lindapter Fire Rated Hollo-Bolts

Lindapter Hollo-Bolts are now independently Fire Rated for up to 120 minutes. As part of our continued commitment and investment in product development and testing Lindapter commissioned the Building Research Establishment (BRE) to independently fire test Lindapter Hollo-Bolts. Lindapter’s Hollo-Bolt... View Article

Achieve your sustainability goals with VELFAC windows and doors

Home buyers love eco-friendly, low energy homes – comfortable to live in, economical to run, and only minimal maintenance required. Achieve your sustainability goals and capture potential buyers with VELFAC composite windows and doors – the ideal choice for environmentally... View Article