Inspiring the next generation

Education environments need a floor that’s durable and easy to maintain, while being able to respond to the design challenges of schools, colleges and universities that are inspiring the next generation of students. The role of the modern school, college... View Article

Aico promote mental health and wellbeing at work

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, Aico continues to raise awareness and reduce the stigma around mental health through their dedicated workplace programme. Mental Health Awareness Week is a national campaign to achieve change, fairness and respect surrounding mental... View Article

Paris apartment warms to Spacetherm® Wall Liner

A classic Parisian apartment is benefitting from the thermal effectiveness of the introduction of the innovative ultra-thin Spacetherm® WL insulation. Located in the 11th arrondissement in the heart of Paris on Boulevard Voltaire and overlooking the Place de la Republique,... View Article

A generational challenge

Paul Smith of F.H. Brundle explains how the Government’s changes to Part M of the Building Regulations could meet the challenge posed by Britain’s ageing population Between September and December 2020, the Government held a consultation on how they could... View Article

Zinc roofing and cladding, aesthetics and details

The long history of VMZINC provides examples of projects where zinc has been in place for over 100 years. This project data is supplemented by the BRE EN15804 Environmental Product Declaration that references a service life of 100 years. A... View Article

Introducing the Mobile Shower Change Trolley from Pressalit

Pressalit, the leading Scandinavian designer of accessible bathroom solutions, has introduced a new Height Adjustable Shower Change Trolley, suitable for both adult and child environments in Changing Places facilities, schools or institutions. Providing safety and comfort for both changing and... View Article

Fibo expands its new urban collection

Leading waterproof wall panel manufacturer, Fibo, has added two new designs to its Urban Collection. Reflecting the latest interior trends, the Herringbone and Hexagonal designs join the popular Metro Brick, which was launched last year. The versatile collection now offers... View Article

Wytham Chalet, Oxford University

Not all fire escapes are created equal – some are designed beautifully so that their form does not strictly follow function but enhances it. To this end, Spiral UK created a striking yet subtle two-storey caged spiral escape on the... View Article

Preventative Steps to Ensure Tragedies Don’t Happen

UK leading Manufacturer of Type C Cavity Drainage Systems, Delta Membrane Systems are revolutionising the waterproofing sector with MS 500 Fire. Taking steps to ensure tragedies like the Grenfell Tower don’t occur again, is top of most construction material manufacturer’s... View Article

Introducing the MEV 160 & MEV 300

New Mechanical Extract Ventilation (MEV) Range. The MEV 160 and MEV 300 are versatile, compact and high performance extract ventilation systems, perfect for houses, apartments and other communal residences. Install Friendly – User Friendly – Planet Friendly The MEV 160... View Article

Get to market faster with fully-tested VELFAC glazing

Ensure a speedy sign off from Building Control with VELFAC aluminium/timber glazing. With a wealth of test data ready for review, our windows and doors arrive fully certified – ready to satisfy relevant building regulations and the demands of major... View Article