Bungalows and single storey dwellings have always been the preferred choice for the over 60’s. However, more people than ever are choosing to stay in their existing homes and release equity rather than downsizing to a bungalow or residential care... View Article

Believe it or not, there’s no minimum width requirement for a domestic staircase. Part M of the building regulations defines minimum widths for direct fire escapes and disabled access but not for standard domestic staircases. When designing a residential property... View Article

A trend towards more visually pleasing warehousing and industrial and agricultural buildings has seen Onduline Building Products launch a colourful new cladding and roofing solution. ONDUPLAST COLOUR is an opaque fibreglass sheet with a special polyester film that gives the... View Article

With autumn/winter just around the corner, now is the perfect time to reassess your home’s heating and consider whether your current configuration is as cosy and comfortable as possible. There’s nothing quite like coming home to a feature stove in... View Article

With a successful track record of working in the hotel and leisure sector, Senior Architectural Systems has supplied the full aluminium fenestration package for the new Hilton Garden Inn hotel located at Doncaster’s famous racecourse. Designed by KKA Architecture, the... View Article

Register now to save your place for A. Proctor’s forthcoming 30-minute webinar, “Aerogels in Building Refurbishment”, which takes place on Friday, 21st of August at 10AM. This webinar will cover the following topics: Thermal Insulation Basics Types of Thermal Insulation... View Article

Bradford-based Dominion Print has launched a new service supplying protective face masks with bespoke branding for businesses and organisations in the construction sector. The company has created the Let’s Face It range of reusable coverings which are designed to specification... View Article

Bobrick’s new 3-in-1 combination unit accommodates diverse hand drying preferences to ensure appropriate hygiene. Bobrick is proud to offer novel solutions to satisfy today’s needs—and tomorrow’s. Among Bobrick’s newest solutions are its 3-in-1 TrimLineSeries™ combination units, which combine a paper... View Article

According to data analysed in a recent national media report, nearly two thirds of UK homes fail to meet long-term energy efficiency targets. The report shows that more than 12 million homes fall below the C grade on Energy Performance... View Article

With the help of Forbo Flooring Systems’ integrated portfolio of solutions, the Bioscience Filtration Division of Parker Hannifin in Birtley, County Durham, was transformed into a contemporary, uplifting and dynamic workplace environment. Labelled ‘Project Rejuvenate’, the scheme designed by Blake... View Article

Leading British fan manufacturer Vent-Axia has been specified as part of a luxury 1,300m² new-build family home in Kingswood, Surrey. Designed to provide privacy, space, luxury and comfort the property spans four floors, with five Vent-Axia Sentinel Kinetic High Flow Mechanical... View Article

New Farnley Cricket Club in Leeds, when given the greenlight to open their bar and restaurant, wanted to ensure that their returning clientele would feel comfortable by providing facilities in line with the government guidance on Covid 19 safety. Along... View Article

Flat glass atrium rooflights are a popular choice for architectural building design. LAMILUX are excited to announce the extension of their BIM portfolio to now include their PR60 model as a flat glass roof. The newest BIM model from LAMILUX,... View Article

How many children and adults with impairments are currently struggling with discharge from hospital, or inability to access parts of their home, because of problems getting up and down stairs or steps in their residence? Therapists have an easy solution,... View Article

Over the last few years, Aico have partnered with the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) with the aim of strengthening and supporting the electrical industry. Aico are proud to announce that they are now recognised as an Electrical Industries Charity (EIC)... View Article

C–TEC’s CAST fire alarm system specified at business complex C–TEC’s revolutionary CAST XFP addressable fire alarm system is protecting a refurbished retail development in West Yorkshire. Situated in the heart of Cleckheaton, Victoria Court has recently undergone a £2.5M transformation and is now home to two floors... View Article

Setcrete Latex is a low odour, self-smoothing floor levelling compound for use in light to medium traffic internal areas prior to the installation of new floorcoverings. It is suitable for use over a wide range of absorbent subfloor types including... View Article

European design students invited to enter the new Formica® Formations Design Competition – Winner Announced This year Formica Group, manufacturer of interior surfacing solutions and the original inventor of Formica® laminate, launched an exciting pan-European furniture design competition. They called... View Article