New Award-Winning Brochure Library for VitrA

Oxfordshire based VitrA Bathrooms has published a new library of award-winning stylish print brochures. For both their Bathroom Collection and their Designer Collection, the company has produced one brochure with the end-user, the bathroom-purchaser in mind, and another brochure which... View Article

Ask the Architect: Nigel Ostime

Regular ADF contributor, and partner at Hawkins\Brown, Nigel Ostime answers our questions on the role of the architect, and what designers need to learn from other sectors when it comes to efficiency What made you want to become an architect?... View Article

Hidden benefits

Using basements to maximise space without expanding a building’s footprint is increasingly popular, but keeping groundwater out can be difficult, and remediation costly. James Berry of the Property Care Association looks at the options Although hidden away, structural waterproofing can... View Article

Poolside wellness

Steve Nelson of Certikin dives into one of the most crucial aspects of swimming pool design that architects need to get right to make sure the environment is ideal for clients – the plant room If you were planning on... View Article

Site Lines: A home fit for the future

HLM Architects is raising its profile in the residential sector with a design concept showcased in a major Government design initiative to create ‘age-friendly’ and sustainable housing. Matthew Thomas explains more Last year HLM Architects’ ‘Forever Home’ concept was one... View Article

Shopfitting challenges met by West Fraser’s panel products

Shopfitting plays a vital role in keeping the retail sector competitive. Achieving fresh, high quality environments, often against a deadline, is of paramount importance, so premium grade products and a precision finish are essential. These are challenges that West Fraser’s CaberWood... View Article

Three hundred new Sheffield homes unveiled

More than three hundred Sheffield families now have the comfort of a brand new home as building work draws to a close on two major housing schemes in the city. Delivered by an award winning partnership – regeneration specialists ENGIE,... View Article

Reducing plastics in construction

Each year, the UK uses over five million tonnes of plastic, and the construction industry accounts for nearly a quarter of that. As fossil fuels deplete and our plastic waste rapidly increases, the construction industry needs to significantly reduce its reliance... View Article

Beyer Blinder Belle Announces Kevin Storm as Partner of Firm

Beyer Blinder Belle announces Kevin Storm, AIA, AICP, LEED AP, as a Partner of the firm. Since first joining Beyer Blinder Belle in 2000, Storm has pursued creative solutions grounded in open-minded collaboration, empathetic engagement, historic awareness, and civic responsibility. He believes... View Article

Where is modern methods of construction going?

In 2005, modern methods of construction were first introduced as the solution to the UK housing crisis. Since then, adoption has been relatively slow. While MMC was chosen as part of the solution to the UK’s housing crisis there were... View Article

Introducing Sika’s complete green roofing system

Everything you need on top of a roof! Sika has launched a complete green roofing system to deliver the ultimate sustainable roofing solution. Comprising several layers, the system can help manage storm water, improve a building’s thermal performance and enhance... View Article