4 Investments That Could Reduce Energy Bills In A Building

Reduced energy bills can be an attractive proposition for building owners, and thankfully, there are various ways to achieve this. Nevertheless, the most effective solutions will depend on building conditions, so it is always recommended to arrange a professional assessment... View Article

Woods Bagot in the running for the eight global design awards

Woods Bagot has been shortlisted for eight awards at the World Architecture Festival and companion interior design event INSIDE. Global design director Domenic Alvaro said the large number of short-listed projects highlight the diverse skill set and geographic reach of... View Article

Considering the orientation of your home to channel light

Peter Daniel, product innovation director at The Rooflight Company, discusses how the orientation of your home can transform how light channels through your space. Natural light is essential for modern homes. Not only does it create bright and airy spaces,... View Article

Meet the next era of sustainable construction materials

Michelmersh has recently announced its successful bid to the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) UK Government, Industrial Fuel Switching competition to conduct a feasibility study to replace natural gas with hydrogen in the brick making process. The... View Article

COOL! – That’s Wallform

Building with BecoWallform is not only practical and quick, it’s also highly energy efficient. The system is designed to give maximum insulation, meaning it not only keeps the home warm in the winter but it also keeps it cool in... View Article

EAVES DRAINAGE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Here Kevin Wallis, Category Manager for Eaves Solutions at Marley Alutec highlights the factors that need to be considered when designing an effective eaves drainage system, including rainfall intensity, effective roof area (ERA) and gutter flow capacity. Along with increasingly... View Article

Why it is important to know about basement waterproofing

You may not be familiar with our name, but we’re certain you’ll be impressed with our 100 years of waterproofing experience. There’s a breadth of high-performance technologies we offer. Soprema is a global company with a wide-ranging portfolio of projects... View Article

Why Choose Hardwood Decking

Hardwoods such as Brazilian oak as well as ipe tend to be popular options when it comes to building residential decks. It is dense and also sturdy enough to handle different pressures. Brazilian hardwoods have natural oils that deter pests,... View Article

Knightsbridge brings the great outdoors to book

With gardens becoming crucial to so many during the pandemic lockdowns, the effective utilisation of outdoor space is more important than ever and Knightsbridge – a leading manufacturer of wiring devices, accessories and lighting – has curated its impressive IP-rated outdoor... View Article

OMNIE whole-house solution for Devon barn conversions

LISTEN HERE The conversion of three stone-built agricultural buildings near the beautiful Devon town of Totnes is employing a full selection of renewable and low-energy technologies from the range of Exeter based manufacturer, OMNIE, to create a comfortable living environment... View Article