MVRDV reveals winning design for Wuhan Library

MVRDV has won the competition to design a new central library for Wuhan, China. Poised to become one of the largest libraries in China, the 140,000 m² project combines traditional and non-traditional functions with diverse study, living room, reading, and... View Article

Form something new with 3DForms

3DForms is the modular cork concept from Granorte that brings a unique aesthetic to walls. Designed by Alzira Peixoto and Carlos Mendonca of SimpleFormsDesign, 3DForms is a collection of three-dimensional cork wall tiles that can be arranged to bring a... View Article

Build with confidence in structural timber

The Structural Timber Association (STA) is the largest UK trade association within the structural timber sector and there are many reasons construction professionals and selfbuilders should choose one of its members. Raising the bar for sustainability, quality, health and safety,... View Article

Top performing CaberMDF Pro and Pro MR from West Fraser

Both CaberMDF Pro and CaberMDF Pro MR from timber product specialist, West Fraser, are premium grade Medium Density Fibreboards developed for interior joinery: their uniform consistency offering all the benefits of timber, but without the natural defects. Due to their construction and smooth surfaces, CaberMDF... View Article

SterlingOSB Zero offers all-round performance for Smart Spaces Surrey

A Surrey-based business specialising in the design and installation of modular garden rooms and home offices has based its manufacturing process around the performance benefits of West Fraser’s fully-certified SterlingOSB Zero T&G panels, helping it to offer clients high insulation standards, durability... View Article

Sanifos 110 wins Build It Award

Saniflo was delighted to finish 2022 on a high by winning the Build It Awards for the Sanifos 110 lifting station in the ‘Best Plumbing or Drainage System or Product’ category. The Sanifos 110 is the best-selling underground lifting station... View Article

Windows and doors for a low energy living

Windows and doors create synergies between inside and outside spaces, bringing ventilation and light in every room, but can also be the biggest offenders when it comes to heat loss. For this reason it is important to choose the right... View Article

Cavity wall opening protection solution

The NHBC has announced Polythene Damp Proof Course made to BS 6515:1984 is not suitable to form cavity tray protection to window and door openings. The compliant solution is available from Cavity Trays Ltd. Preformed Type C Cavitrays are ready-shaped,... View Article

New pumping station for Isle of Sheppey

Working closely with the contractor to a detailed specification, T-T Pumps constructed a new pumping station on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent. The work was carefully scheduled in order to minimise any downtime between the decommissioning of the old... View Article

New head of property improvements for Orbit

Leading social housing provider Orbit, has a new Head of Property Improvements. Matt Bundy, who was previously head of major works at Westminster City Council, will lead on Orbit’s large-scale investment works across its property portfolio, including its decarbonisation programme. During 2021/22,... View Article

ARDEX Group UK returns to SPATEX 2023

LISTEN HERE ARDEX Group UK – one of the UK’s leading construction materials manufacturers – is returning to SPATEX 2023 with new products and systems for swimming pools and wet leisure. Taking place from Tuesday 31st January, to Thursday 2nd... View Article

TORMAX opens the door to work

Allowing clear and easy access for all jobseekers, TORMAX was contracted to install an automatic sliding entrance to a new Dundas Job Centre that was opened during the pandemic, under the government’s Plan for Jobs. With an external frontage located... View Article