An architect’s guide to living walls

Architects and building designers are increasingly looking to green infrastructure to help mitigate the effects of climate change and reconnect urbanised populations with nature. Here, Richard Sabin, Managing Director at Biotecture, looks at why living walls are one of the... View Article

Glidevale Protect joins forces with Countryside Timber Frame

LISTEN HERE Leading UK building products manufacturer Glidevale Protect has announced it has entered into a long-term Supplier Agreement with Countryside Timber Frame, a division of Countryside Partnerships. The agreement will see Glidevale Protect supplying specialist construction wall membranes for... View Article

Solution Fires bolsters management team with new hire

Solution Fires, a new generation of highly efficient, authentic and stylish electric fires has strengthened its management team with the appointment of Andy Macey, as Sales Manager. Andy joins the Solution Fires team with over 30 years’ experience in the industry,... View Article

Your guide to new Approved Document L

Last week’s changes to Approved Document L 2021 came into force in England spelling big changes to thermal regulations for both new and existing buildings – and for your customers. To help you get to grips with what’s changed and... View Article

HELPING HOUSEBUILDERS GET TO THE ROOT OF THE PROBLEM

Root ingress affecting below ground drainage is an issue which is often overlooked by housebuilders.  Why? Because it’s a problem that may not raise its head until years, sometimes decades, after a development has been built. Here, Steve Jeffries, Product... View Article

2022 RIBA Stirling Prize shortlist announced

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has today announced the six buildings contending for the coveted 2022 RIBA Stirling Prize, awarded to the UK’s best new building. Now in its 26th year, the RIBA Stirling Prize is the highest... View Article

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