Back to the Futurebuild – on the path to net zero

Futurebuild is doubling down on its sustainability goals with a promise to bring inspiring ideas on how the industry can reach net zero, with “innovative solutions and knowledge sharing” at London’s ExCel on March 7-9 Now in its 17th year,... View Article

A new gateway for Newcastle

As part of a large-scale regeneration of Newcastle’s city centre, its Victorian station is undergoing a revitalising refurbishment. Here, Alex Vafeiadi of Atkins tells Jack Wooler how the firm was able to bring all the stakeholders together to uplift this... View Article

Building good bones

A new healthcare facility by global architecture practice HKS transformed a business park in an Atlanta suburb, and set the precedent for the care provider to invest $1bn in developing the wider site. Roseanne Field reports on this LEED Gold... View Article

Marley Alutec guttering helps achieve a striking look

Marley Alutec’s Evolve Deepflow and Aligator Giant were recently specified for an eco-friendly property in Suffolk. The guttering created a striking aesthetic, which helped to meet the homeowner’s criteria for a modern finish but using materials and products with low... View Article

Vent-Axia celebrates lucky number three at H&V News Awards

Market-leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is celebrating winning the ‘Domestic Ventilation Product of the Year’ award at the prestigious H&V News Awards for the third year in a row. The company scooped the award for its pioneering Vent-Axia Lo-Carbon Multivent MEV... View Article

AAT offers an answer for social housing and adaptations

Social housing landlords face a growing problem – the majority of their tenants have a long term impairment, do not have the adaptations they need¹, yet the housing stock is increasingly (35+% and growing²) flats. Among the biggest problems are... View Article

Suit up for work with Snickers Workwear mid-layer clothing

Outdoor clothing for Autumn and Winter to make you feel warm on the inside. Snickers Workwear’s innovative and sustainable Mid-layer clothing has excellent breathability for efficient body-temperature management when you’re working hard. The body-mapping designs and sustainable fabrics keep you... View Article

Stop energy costs going through the roof

The rising cost of energy prices and the recent introduction of more stringent building regulations (Part L) have pushed thermal efficiency to the top of the priority list for self-builders and renovators considering new glazing solutions for their homes.  These... View Article

Knauf Insulation Rocksilk® Soffit Linerboard Fixings

You (don’t) need to see it to believe it! With Knauf Insulation’s new range of Rocksilk® Soffit Linerboard fixings, it’s easier than ever to achieve a fantastic finish. Aesthetically pleasing black and off-white washers match the facing and enhance the... View Article