Norcros Rock-Tite is a hit with self-builders

Norcros Rock-Tite Exterior Porcelain & Stone System was developed specifically to appeal to self-builders and DIYers, who want an easy-to-use system for installing popular 20mm porcelain tiles externally on patios and terraces. Brett Corcoran of TC Fencing & Landscaping, who... View Article

The most used kitchen appliance

As the original and only true 100-degree boiling water tap brand on the market, Quooker leads the way when it comes to innovative technology and design. We live in a world where people want things delivered at speed and on... View Article

Cala Homes extends Samaritans partnership

Housebuilder, Cala Homes, has announced today that it will extend its partnership with national suicide prevention charity, Samaritans, for a fourth year. The extension will allow the team at Cala to continue raising funds to support the charity’s vital work... View Article

Paving Creator

Paving Creator is a free, easy to use online tool to help you experiment with various paving design options and products. It’s perfect if you’re not sure where to start with your outdoor project. Simply select whether you want to... View Article

Create stunning openings and corners

Incredible floating corners The ultimate ‘wow-factor’, the ability to create a completely floating open corner, thanks to a moveable corner post, has proven to be one of the most popular current trends in contemporary home design. IDSystems has been designing... View Article

SENDing a message on design for better inclusivity

Catherine Ward from HLM Architects explores the key principles of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) design and their importance for ensuring that every school pupil has a chance to thrive and reach their full potential The past few years... View Article

Uniting for a net zero future

When like-minded people come together with a common purpose, great things can happen. And what could be a more critical reason to do so now, than the need to secure a net-zero future for ourselves and generations to come?  Time... View Article

Ask the Architect: Marion Room

Marion Room, the new director running DMWR Architects’ Manchester studio, answers ADF’s questions on future plans to grow the practice in the north west, and her personal goals What made you want to become an architect? I was good at... View Article

Generating collaboration

The team behind a sensitive restoration in Bristol speak to ADF’s Tom Boddy about how they made the most of historic Victorian infrastructure to support workspace wellbeing and collaboration on a desirable riverside site The historic Grade II Listed Generator... View Article

Top marks for Resiblock at Imperial College London

As part of the South Kensington Masterplan, the new Dangoor Plaza and Queen’s Lawn area will include new landscaping and space for a new piece of iconic sculptural art, created by Andrew Gormley, famous for the Angel of The North.... View Article

Engineered for the outdoors

Saige offers both composite and aluminium decking boards and complete sub-frame sys temthat are fire-resistant. As a result, it is ideal for new builds and refurbishments. By offering both B and A-rated products, specifiers and OEMs can achieve a consistent... View Article

Who wouldn’t prefer an ensuite?

Hoyles Shared Bathroom Control System allows architects and developers of public buildings, residential homes, student accommodation and hospitals to share one bathroom between two bedrooms. A cost-effective solution allowing savings in both space, installation and bathroom furnishings. In addition to... View Article

Looking to specify a slate roof? Watch BMI Redland’s webinar

Natural slate is an iconic feature of our British roofscape. So what does today’s specifier need to consider to successfully meet current building compliance, while guaranteeing suitability for their project? Natural slate is an iconic feature of our British roofscape,... View Article

Tesco Express is serving more customers than ever

Tesco is continuing to expand its convenience store coverage across the UK. Tesco is currently on the look-out for new opportunities, either in existing units or new developments, both leasehold and freehold, of approximately 2,500 to 7,000 sq.ft. They will... View Article

Affordable, sustainably heated homes coming to Dagenham

Be First, the successful regeneration arm of Barking and Dagenham Council, and developer Hollybrook Limited, are bringing 149 new, sustainably heated, homes to the borough as they start work on a £36.5m development on a former office block site, located... View Article