Playing our part in levelling up

Brian Berry, CEO of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), discusses why SME housebuilders should be utilised in achieving the Government’s agenda to ‘level up.’  The industry closed out last year on a relative high with workloads doing well, despite... View Article

A clear set of challenges

The glazing industry, like many others, faced unprecedented issues with availability of materials and extending lead times during 2021. David Clarke of ID Systems explains why these challenges are likely to continue for the foreseeable future The Covid-19 pandemic saw... View Article

Internal glazing, safely

Cath McLean of Promat UK gives a technical breakdown on why the latest generation of fire resistant glazing allows internal glass elements to be designed to deliver multiple performance benefits – without compromising safety Creating safe buildings is an absolute... View Article

Keep an eye on the sky

With climate change at the forefront of everyone’s mind, Natalie Goodridge of Lamilux UK looks at how buildings and their components – such as skylights – need to be futureproofed and designed to withstand extreme weather events Residential, industrial and... View Article

Switch up your space

Whether you favour open plan living or more defined living spaces, most building users are fans of natural light. Susan Sinden from ESG looks at some clever ways to allow maximum light and best use of space, by using switchable... View Article

Architects needed, now!

Wastewater treatment specialists Graf UK are calling on architects to help improve ground water quality throughout the UK; the firm’s David Stagg explains why it’s critical for designers to get involved Asking architects to become more involved in wastewater treatment... View Article

Accidents will happen

James Fildes of Berry Systems discusses how protecting car park cladding against inevitable accidental collisions is becoming more important with the rise of EVs When it comes to driving, most accidents happen in car parks – they account for 20... View Article

An air of improvement

Tyson Anderson of Titon outlines the main impacts of revisions to the Building Regulations, intended to strike the balance between energy efficiency, air quality and overheating in domestic settings Revisions to Part F of the Building Regulations in England were... View Article

Practice Profile: Studio Fōr

Architect Fauzia Khanani uses her role as studio principal at New York City’s Studio Fōr to combat inequality, including in architecture itself. However, as she tells James Parker, it was never her ambition to found a practice Based in New... View Article

Thermal efficiency, cost-effectively

Actis Insulation’s Thomas Wiedmer says that while many specifiers continue to struggle to maximise energy efficiency in dwellings, low carbon results are achievable without adding significantly to the build cost It is a truism that the fabric of a building... View Article

The sky’s the limit with glass, but play it safe!

Justin Seldis of Sunsquare looks at why glass has become the building material of choice for architects, but also explains why it’s never been more important to put safety and security first as designs get bigger and more elaborate Glass... View Article

The final curtain?

Alex Cooke of Kingspan Light + Air looks at why polycarbonate curtain walling solutions are being specified as an alternative to glass across various building types Glittering glazed buildings are a popular sight in many of our towns and cities.... View Article

Working outside the box

Architect@Work returns to a physical format at the Truman Brewery in London for 2022; the event on 13-14 April is themed around design for outside space as well as buildings themselves, with the focus on health and wellness Visitors are... View Article

Viewpoint: Russell Pedley of Assael Architecture

Russell Pedley of Assael Architecture looks at how the humble beginnings of build-to-rent has led to a new design sector and an investor’s dream, but also challenges for project teams from out-of-date standards The history of build-to-rent (BTR) in the... View Article

DELIVERING ON THE LATEST BATHROOM DESIGN TRENDS

No longer a purely functional space, bathrooms present an exciting opportunity to reflect the latest interior design trends and create a contemporary, relaxing and luxurious space. Here, Rachel Oddy, Marketing Manager at Fibo, explores some of the latest trends to... 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