Fireproofing green roofs

Julian Thurbin of modular green roof solutions supplier Wallbarn discusses the issues around ensuring fire performance of ‘living’ roofs and how to achieve compliance A key consideration for architects working on green roof projects has always been the load-bearing capability... View Article

VitrA V-Box Takes to The Airwaves

VitrA has chosen Fix Radio, a station dedicated to building, plumbing and electrical trades, to promote its innovative V-Box thermostatic shower valve installation system.  The Fix Campaign is a fun, straight-talking campaign developed to appeal directly to the trades working... View Article

Ask the Architect: John Rhodes of HOK

With extensive experience in arena and stadium design, John Rhodes of HOK explains what drives him, and how the pandemic has forced designers to ‘futureproof’ major facilities What made you want to become an architect? I think I have always... View Article

Stream of consciousness

With even greater proliferation of film and TV content across a growing range of streaming platforms since the pandemic, there’s huge demand for sustainable production facilities in the UK. Jason Lebidineuse of Scott Brownrigg and Michael Davis of JLL explain... View Article

Positive mental attitude

The multi-award winning Springfield Meadows is a collection of 25 ‘carbon positive’ homes in Oxfordshire, designed by Greencore Construction to be the UK’s ‘most sustainable development.’ MD Ian Pritchett tells Jack Wooler how the project was a victory over continual... View Article

View Point: Nigel Ostime of Hawkins\Brown (Part 2)

In the second of two articles, Nigel Ostime of Hawkins\Brown provides a comprehensive guide on managing a Pre-Construction Services Agreement to get the best outcome for architects and their clients In last month’s edition, I explained what a Pre-Construction Services Agreement... View Article

Responsible open space management

Meadfleet continue to be voluntary members of The Property Ombudsman Scheme (TPOS). As a responsible open space management company, they are committed to providing long-term, quality maintenance of the areas in their care along with excellent customer service. Meadfleet believe... View Article

Talking trends

Joanne Bull from Königstone discusses what she predicts will be the leading trends of 2022, focusing on the hub of the home – the kitchen There is no doubt that 2020 and 2021 were unpredictable years so, as we jump... View Article

Home Styling: What the papers say

Wallpaper might be one of the last things you think about during a build, but it’s one way to create the ‘wow factor’ that’s vital for bringing your interiors together, and infusing your personality. Designer Avalana Simpson shares some tips... View Article

Crittall engineering enhances Uni’s engineering campus

A major redevelopment project at the University of Leeds features Crittall windows in a prestigious setting. The new Sir William Henry Bragg Building, named after a Nobel physics laureate, is a £96million project that provides a home for the University’s... View Article

New build heat pumps

Meeting ‘The Future Homes Standard’ – now The way we heat our homes in the UK is changing – forever. The UK Government has set a target to bring all greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero by 2050. UK housebuilders have... View Article

Flexible working, flexible office: A hybrid of the future

Having been around for nearly 30 years, underfloor air conditioning remains a relatively untapped resource. However, over the past 5 years, and due to the increased demand for the flexible space that the post pandemic office requires, the industry has... View Article

Cast iron certainty from Stelrad

The latest addition to the Stelrad Radiator Group portfolio is the new Cast Iron Column range. These radiators are floor standing with in-built feet for extra stability as they are significantly heavier than their steel counterparts. They are available in... View Article