Can a Flat Roof Have Rooflights?

When it comes to home or building design, one question often arises: can a flat roof have rooflights? The short answer is yes. Incorporating rooflights, also known as skylights, into a flat roof design is not only possible, but it... View Article

Anxiety around house renovation keeping Brits up at night

New analysis reveals that house renovations are the biggest cause of late-night anxiety in Britain, with more people searching for home improvement advice than money or work-related queries in the middle of the night.  Google searches for home improvement-related terms... View Article

Meeting MEES obligations using renewable heating

Heating remains a hot topic as properties are expected to meet minimum standards and tenants seek energy efficient homes. Brendan Scott from Finn Geotherm looks at how renewable heating can help. As a private landlord, most domestic properties in your... View Article

The role of building product specification in ESG success

Sustainability is an essential factor in the construction of new homes and redevelopments. Scott Wolters, Building Products Sales Manager at EGGER (UK) Ltd, explains the value of taking a ‘whole life’ view when specifying building products to help meet environmental,... View Article

Senior keeps sustainability in view with low carbon aluminium

As one of the pioneers of energy-efficient aluminium windows and doors, Senior Architectural Systems, the UK’s largest privately owned systems house, can now offer customers a range of fenestration solutions that utilise Hydro low carbon recycled aluminium. Senior’s full range... View Article

Luceco Wireless lighting controls (but not as you know them…)

Luceco Lighting, part of the Luceco Group, has announced an exciting strategic partnership with Silvair, a pioneer in wireless lighting control technology. Luceco Platform transforms existing lighting installations and creates a simple and efficient wireless communication system offering dimming, scene-setting,... View Article

Wraptite® protection for cliff top residential dwelling

The Wraptite external air barrier system from A. Proctor Group, selected as part of the redesign and extension of a residential property on the Essex coast, will improve energy efficiency and protection from the elements. Designed by AFT Design architects,... View Article