April Fools! As you might have imagined, attaching a balcony to a hot air balloon is a little far-fetched. But there’s a grain or two of truth in what we’ve shown off. Balconies as light as air Our Next Generation... View Article

Research providing information on the performance of different heating systems at the Energy House 2.0 facility at the University of Salford, has provided clear evidence that self-built new homes heated by radiators have lower running costs than those heated by... View Article

Three companies have been chosen by high-performance drylining solutions provider British Gypsum to go through to an international competition that recognises craftsmanship, quality and sustainability. The 14th International Gypsum Trophy, to be held in Paris in April, celebrates the collaboration... View Article

Breathing Buildings, a leading provider of controlled natural and hybrid ventilation systems, offers schools a complete ventilation solution to enhance indoor air quality (IAQ), energy efficiency, and sustainability. With high energy costs driving schools to improve energy performance, buildings are... View Article

The South-Tyrolean family business is among the biggest window suppliers in Europe. The company recently opened its Finstral Studio Borehamwood in north London, launching its appeal to resellers in the UK. We asked Andreas Simmer, Head of Finstral UK, about... View Article

Malmaison York is a stunning boutique hotel comprising 150 bedrooms, F&B venues, the brand’s signature Work + Play meeting and event spaces, spa and gym. With interiors designed by Studio Moren and sited in the iconic former Aviva building in... View Article

We manufacture our sliding rooflights from our base in East Anglia. They are the highest performing sliding rooflights on the UK Market. In today’s architectural landscape, the integration of sustainability and innovation is paramount. Next Generation Rooflights (NGR) exemplifies this... View Article

Hard as stone, beautiful as wood, Cedral facades is the ideal alternative to traditional cladding and offers a variety of design solutions for a wide range of projects. Our facades recently provided the design inspiration for a jaded 1990s home... View Article

Tried and trusted in the industry for over 100 years and winner of the prestigious Livingetc Style Award for Best Exterior Cladding in 2024, make Cedral facades and slates your top choice. We work with developers, architects and installers all... View Article

Ensuring compliance with current and upcoming legislation is a critical focus for architects and specifiers aiming to create sustainable, future-proofed buildings. One such area of increasing importance is waterproofing in wet rooms and bathrooms, with the NHBC Technical Guidance 9.2/06 now setting stricter... View Article

Are you a developer seeking funding for residential or commercial property projects — or need a bridging loan to get things moving? BLG Development Finance offers bespoke development loans up to £15m, designed to meet your unique needs. With our... View Article

Jane Elvins, Specification and Business Development Manager at GEZE UK, delves into the role of access control systems in enhancing building safety. In today’s environment, ensuring building safety has become a top priority for businesses. Access control systems – including... View Article

Leading open space management company, Meadfleet, proudly marks 30 years of maintaining high-quality open spaces across England and Wales. Founded in 1995, Meadfleet is the UK’s longest-established specialist open space management company, offering housebuilders a trusted, award-winning approach to creating... View Article

What is the best sound-reducing floorboard range on the market? CaberAcoustic from West Fraser is a highly versatile, effective and economical sound-reducing flooring solution. Reducing both impact and airborne transmitted sounds, it can be laid over concrete and timber floors... View Article

Glidevale Protect has launched its Whole House Solution – a new interactive web-based specification tool offering housebuilders and specifiers seamless navigation of its complete building envelope product collection, ranging from pitched roofing underlays and construction membranes to loft hatches and... View Article

Restoration of 170-year-old ironwork on a heritage property was achieved with ease by a Devon decorating company, thanks to its discovery of Ferrozinc from HMG Paints. Dart Decorators were tasked with a complete makeover of the Grade II listed townhouse... View Article

Sustainability is at the core of modern manufacturing, and transparency is key in building trust with developers and consumers alike. To demonstrate its commitment to sustainable practices, Keller Kitchens has published its first detailed Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in a European Environmental... View Article

Mayplas, a specialist in passive fire protection, acoustic and thermal insulation for the housebuilding industry, has introduced two new products. The new Party Wall Head Cap System and Therma Soffit add to Mayplas’ comprehensive portfolio of products for timber and... View Article

Mayplas, a specialist in passive fire protection, acoustic and thermal insulation for the housebuilding industry, has introduced two new products.  The new Party Wall Head Cap System and Therma Soffit add to Mayplas’ comprehensive portfolio of products for timber and... View Article

PDAS specialises in the design, installation, maintenance and refurbishment of adoptable and private GRP packaged pumping stations for residential and commercial developments, where gravity drainage isn’t available or practical. The company applies significant resources to the overall design of pumping... View Article