Site Lines: A heritage refurb checklist

Simon Castle from Chisholm & Winch discusses the varied, but essential considerations that architects need to bear in mind when approaching listed building renovations According to Historic England, there are estimated to be around 500,000 listed buildings on the National... View Article

A blend of art & architecture

The former home and studio of renowned Pre-Raphaelite painter Frederic Lord Leighton has evolved as a museum over its long life; its latest reimagining is a sensitive and artistic refurb by BDP, as Tom Boddy reports London is renowned for... View Article

RYNO’s newly expanded porcelain range

Inspired by nature and designed to complement the experience of any exterior design. High-quality ceramics, environmentally conscious manufacturing, and design scope versatility as well as the ability to integrate wind-uplift as a complete system make porcelain a popular choice with... View Article

Housebuilding sector in crisis of delivery, says FMB

Despite an overall upbeat assessment of construction output from the Purchasing Managers’ Index in its most recent report, it shows the housebuilding sector is in a state of crisis, according to the Federation of Master Builders. May ‘s PMI Index... View Article

Neaco supplies total solution for Total Construction

Neaco has supplied an extensive specification of modular walk-on balconies and sun terrace balustrade at Broadwater Road, a prestigious development of luxury apartments in Welwyn Garden City from Bishopswood Estates Ltd. Comprising 24 properties, each offering highly specified two-bedroom living,... View Article

Mapei connects surfaces at BT’s global headquarters

An extensive porcelain installation, at BT’s new global headquarters, has recently been completed by Stone & Ceramic using a Mapei system. The project – at One Braham in Aldgate, East London – featured Solus terrazzo, terrazzo-effect flooring and porcelain tiles... View Article

Knauf Insulation launches OmniFit® Slab 32

Knauf Insulation has launched OmniFit® Slab 32, the first 32 lambda glass mineral wool insulation slab on the market for use in light steel frame systems (SFS) as part of a rainscreen facade or other external wall build-ups. Liliya Luke, Glass Mineral... View Article

Sealmaster Seals leading the way during energy cost crisis

Sealmaster and Intumescent Seals of Cambridge have been an industry leader in sealing solutions for doors, windows, glazing and a variety of applications since 1960. The family run business manufactures a wide variety of products designed to keep your heating... View Article

Stand out from the crowd with Origin

Bi-folding doors are a top feature on Brits’ priority list when looking to buy a property. In a recent Origin survey, homeowners ranked bi-folding doors as more important to them than a good home energy efficiency rating and a fireplace.... View Article