FaulknerBrowns Architects opens Dublin studio

FaulknerBrowns Architects has opened a studio in Dublin. Dublin is FaulknerBrowns’ second international studio, with existing offices in Vancouver and Newcastle. The new office will be led by partner Niall Durney, who was born in Dublin and joined the practice... View Article

BBS & RIBA launch survey to map the future of RIBA-approved CPD

A new survey has been launched by NBS, a leading specification and product information platform for the construction industry, and RIBA (The Royal Institute of British Architects) to find out how architects and specifiers are using RIBA-approved CPDs (Continuing Professional... View Article

Pipeline of approvals and main contract awards are cause for optimism

Glenigan, one of the construction industry’s leading insight and intelligence experts, releases the February edition of its Construction Review. This monthly report provides a detailed and comprehensive analysis of construction data, offering built environment and property professionals unique insight into... View Article

The best in building services engineering

The winners of this year’s CIBSE Building Performance Awards highlight the excellent work being carried out by CIBSE and its members in helping to create a low carbon future. Cyclone Energy Group won the Project of the Year – Retail/Leisure,... View Article

Bespoke is best

James Hulbert of Knauf Insulation explains how housebuilders can navigate their way to cost-effective part L 2021 compliance in England. Part L was published in December and will bring England’s new build homes closer to net zero, and its pivotal... View Article

All human life is here

Buyers are looking at properties differently nowadays, says Tim Spann of Keller Kitchens – desiring multi-functional kitchen spaces that work for the whole family. Bearing this in mind, he discusses trends and functionalities to consider. Every year brings a new... View Article

Safe in the knowledge

Regulations for smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are set to change to ensure greater protection for homes in England. in this article, Aico’s Andy Speake explains what the legislation means for specifiers – and how to comply. In November 2021,... View Article

5 Ways To Improve Your Safety When Working At Heights

Have you ever worked at heights before? If you have, you probably know that high positions are a dangerous environment for everybody who isn’t adequately prepared and trained to work at heights. As a matter of fact, falls from elevation... View Article

The must-have guide to ROCKWOOL’s Trade Insulation Range

Made for the trade, the Trade Application Guide is the must-have manual for working with ROCKWOOL’s non-combustible insulation. Packed full of all the information you’ll need, we’ve made choosing the right product for the job even easier. Within the guide,... View Article

Doors open for office to home conversion in Woking

Vicaima doors have been selected by a Surrey based contractor for new apartments in central Woking town location, converting former office space into smart contemporary living. The trend for re-imagining unwanted commercial and workspaces into modern homes offering flexible rental... View Article

Automatic entrance pods welcome Brighton coworkers

Delivering flexible workspace facilities for freelancers seeking coworking space, through to corporates on more traditional leases, Plus X Brighton helps drive member productivity and positivity through innovation, world-class support, connectivity, and curated collaboration. Providing welcoming access to this busy innovation... View Article

Wraptite® chosen for zero carbon homes offsite development

The Wraptite external air barrier system from A. Proctor Group has been chosen for an exciting low energy homes offsite project for developer Osco Homes. Commissioned by Kirklees Council, the site will demonstrate how high quality, energy-efficient housing can be... View Article