Practice Profile: Benedetti Architects

Although only established in 2016, London-based Benedetti Architects already has a clutch of high-profile projects under its belt. ADF’s Tom Boddy speaks to the practice’s founder Renato Benedetti about the journey so far Renato Benedetti’s background is, he says, a... View Article

Back up to the surface in ‘23

A well-established part of the design calendar for nearly 20 years, the Surface Design Show returns to London’s Business Design Centre from 7-9 February to again showcase the best in materials innovation for specifiers The Surface Design Show provides the... View Article

Futurebuild: sustainable ideas & inspiration

Taking place from 7-9 March at London’s ExCeL, Futurebuild’s three day programme will educate and inform across the entire spectrum of sustainability issues “Reaching net zero by 2050 is no simple task and no one person or company has all... View Article

Open to new ideas

Breaking the mould as a highly flexible coworking space open to the whole of Cambridge University, Jestico + Whiles’ socially-focused building helps present a more public face while supporting new collaborations Although only a couple of miles from the heart... View Article

A guide to buying a new-build property in 2023

Buying a home is a large investment and the process can feel overwhelming if you don’t know what you’re doing. When purchasing a new-build property, you’ll find the procedure differs from that of traditional homes and that there are different... View Article

Newton Waterproofing celebrates milestone 175th anniversary

Newton Waterproofing is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year, marking an impressive milestone for the UK’s leading independent designers and suppliers of guaranteed waterproofing systems. Established by John Newton in 1848, the company started out as a specialist supplier of... View Article

West Fraser – perfect for your 2023 panel projects

It’s easy to select the perfect panel for your project with our panel samples, interactive product guide and downloadable checklist As the expert in innovative engineered wood panels for the UK construction and housebuilding market, we support our customer in... View Article

Passivent’s Soundscoop – The sound choice for natural ventilation

Balancing effective natural ventilation with reduced noise pollution poses specifiers with a challenge, but leading product manufacturer Passivent has the perfect solution in the form of its patented SoundScoop® acoustic air transfer unit. Passivent’s SoundScoop offers superior natural ventilation whilst... View Article

Achieving Elegance: Four Things Every Homeowner Needs

Flipping the pages of a magazine or scrolling through an interior design website makes us wonder how we can achieve those beautiful spaces for our homes. It can be tricky, especially if you live with kids running and messing things... View Article

Vent-Axia’s New Lo-Carbon Calido Combats Mould and Recovers Heat

Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has launched the Lo-Carbon Calido, decentralised mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (dMVHR) unit, to help social housing landlords tackle condensation and mould while reducing energy bills. Offering up to 80% heat recovery the Calido is designed... View Article

Futurebuild returns for 2023

We’re excited for our 17th edition of Futurebuild, taking place on the 07 – 09 March 2023 at London’s ExCeL. Futurebuild provides the stage for inspiring ideas, innovative solutions and knowledge sharing to drive sustainable construction and help us reach... View Article

How To Install Floor Insulation

Ground-level floors or rooms above a cold space can cause a room to lose heat quickly. By insulating the floors of your home, you can improve comfort and minimize energy costs. Suppose you are unsure whether your floors are insulated... View Article

Types of Insulation Boards

There are multiple insulation materials to consider if you’re building a new home or looking to improve the insulation in your existing one. One of them is insulation boards https://insulationwholesale.co.uk/insulation/insulation-board . Among the things to consider when it comes to... View Article

Different Types of Plasterboard

Plasterboard, also known as drywall, is a panel with layers of gypsum plaster “sandwiched” between two layers of thick paper. When compared to wet plastering, they are less expensive and more durable. They come in different types and thicknesses ranging... View Article