Block out the noise! Can concrete blockwork cut sound pollution?

With urban jungles growing around us, something must be done about noise pollution. Here’s what Lignacite discovered when the sound insulation of their flagship blocks was put to the test. There’s nothing worse than being able to overhear your neighbour’s chatter through... View Article

KTS webinar for architects – Friday 21st October

An introduction to timber frame and SIPs with KTS Join us on Friday 21st October at 12:30pm for our free Introduction to timber frame and SIPs. During the event we’ll look at building with timber frame and structural insulated panels,... View Article

Defy Gravity with the Onyx Orbit

Designed for an out-of-this-world fireside experience, the new Onyx Orbit is an electric fire that defies the norm with a floating presence and ultra-contemporary styling. The Orbit creates a dramatic suspended centrepiece, particularly suited to open living spaces. For architects... View Article

Onyx Care Pod – bath replacement solution

Designed to offer a stylish alternative to traditional shower cubicle products, the Onyx Care Pod is an intelligent adaptation solution for those needing to replace a bath quickly. Developed alongside local authorities, housing associations, occupational therapists and contractors, the Onyx Care Pod... View Article

Reading between the guidelines with Dr Jonathan Evans

Now that the new regulatory and guidance changes have been introduced, what do they mean for the future of building design and external walls in particular? Have we gone far enough? And will they actually work in practice? For a... View Article

Prevent heat loss at the base of walls

According to BRE, “Thermal bridging can be responsible for up to 30% of a dwelling’s heat loss”. So, what is a thermal bridge? Often referred to as a cold bridge, thermal bridging occurs in areas of a building that have... View Article

KEYSTONE GOES LIVE WITH NEW WEBINAR SERIES

Keystone Group is delighted to launch Keystone Live this autumn with a series of free webinar debates featuring expert industry speakers. Introducing four separate webinars, the series covers a range of topics and issues including the delivery of net zero... View Article

Making a masterpiece; the story of Keller

The history of Keller begins, as so many things often do, with the dream of one person. The year is 1935. Parquet flooring isn’t necessarily something one thinks of straight away when kitchen design comes to mind. But, back then, kitchens required... View Article

Lovell Partnerships makes presence know in north east

One year since being brought on as area director of Lovell Partnerships in the North East region, Paul Devaney is already helping to steer the national housebuilder to success with a raft of eight new appointments and the breaking of... View Article

Vent-Axia Steps Up for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Staff from ventilation leader, Vent-Axia, have put on their walking shoes to support Childhood Cancer Awareness Month this September and raised money for Young Lives vs Cancer, the company’s charity of the year for 2022. Crawley-based Lena Hebestreit and Melanie... View Article

Imperfection proves perfect for Oktra’s office

IVC Commercial’s Imperfection Bruut premium carpet planks have been installed in the headquarters of Oktra, one of the UK’s leading office design and build companies. The 6 St Cross Street, London office of Oktra is not just home for the... View Article

Enrich experiences with dynamic textures

Transposing the impact of digitisation on human existence into three-dimensional textures, IVC Commercial’s Immersion carpet tile collection creates a more involving experience in work and living spaces. The carpet tile collection uses the world’s first carbon negative carpet yarn, Thrive® matter.... View Article