Property development can be one of the most lucrative investments if approached with the right strategies. The return on investment (ROI) in this field is influenced by various factors, from location and design to market trends and financing options. To... View Article

In an era where financial stability and independence are highly sought after, building a rental property portfolio stands out as a lucrative and rewarding strategy. Imagine a future where your income doesn’t solely rely on the 9-to-5 grind, but instead,... View Article

Delivering a low energy or Passivhaus building is complex, and you need a solution rather than a single product. At 21°, they are committed to using a whole house approach to provide better performing buildings from a comfort, cost and... View Article

Architects Common Ground Workshop, recently named as one of the 16 emerging practices in Landsec’s new retail framework, completed a new hospitality development at 6 Embassy Gardens in Nine Elms, London. The projects forms part of a wider urban realm... View Article

Paul Trace from Stella Rooflight sheds some light on the Part L Building Regulations for rooflights and thermal performance Why the need for regulations? A major part of the UK’s commitment to meeting its targets for carbon reduction is being... View Article

We’re extremely proud to have over 35 years experience designing and manufacturing accessible solutions that make life better for people living with dementia, visual impairment, and reduced mobility. We’re passionate about supporting independent living with superior products that are practical,... View Article

Following on from his seminar presentation at this year’s Fire Safety Event, held in April at Birmingham’s NEC, Dr. Karthick Govarthanam, General Manager for FIREFLY®, explores some of the issues surrounding fire risk in roof voids. “DECODING ROOF VOIDS” We... View Article

The introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 was focused around higher-risk residential buildings, defined as being above a certain number of storeys or a certain height. But a culture of taking fire safety seriously applies to buildings of all... View Article

The new DuraPost® SLEEK aluminium range from Birkdale is a contemporary and durable fence panel solution that is incredibly easy to install thanks to its modular structure. It is available in two high-quality design options, the SLEEK Privacy Panel and the... View Article

GF Building Flow Solutions has announced the launch of its Uponor Virtual Showroom. This innovative virtual space has been designed to offer a dynamic and comprehensive view of the Uponor range, with an interactive system that is easy to use... View Article

Natural timber is gorgeous; and has been the building material for eons! It still has a huge place in our heart even amongst the multitude of new technological advances in the construction industry. Timber is a natural product and, like all products of nature including... View Article

Architects are on the front line when it comes to achieving net zero carbon and reversing the status quo in an age where buildings contribute to around 40% of global energy-related carbon emissions. As the Royal Institute of British Architects notes, “The... View Article

What is MMC and does it account for a significant proportion of building activity? The phrase ‘Modern Methods of Construction’ has been with us for three decades now, though you could trace the building methodology back to the early examples... View Article

Cowie-based wood panel manufacturer, West Fraser, has donated £1,000 to a Tillicoultry allotment group, which serves as a nature haven for the local community. Founded in 1978, the Tillicoultry Allotment Association has grown into a large allotment offering social areas, a community greenhouse,... View Article

Structural timber really is a great option for selfbuild projects as it has a whole host of advantages over other building materials: it’s sustainable, economical, thermally efficient and can be constructed quickly. In short, it’s an excellent way to build!... View Article

It is widely acknowledged that buying a home is one of the biggest financial purchases most people will ever make so it follows that actually building your own house will almost certainly also be the most challenging project anyone will... View Article

Paul Trace from Stella Rooflight discusses the practicalities involved in specifying large conservation rooflights We often see grand plans with expansive areas of roof glazing, as architects continue to seek innovative ways in which to exploit natural daylight. As much... View Article

LIEBIG Ultraplus heavy duty anchors have demonstrated in a project to create a new lifting bridge over the River Yare in Great Yarmouth that post-installation anchoring can offer performance equivalent to that of cast-in anchors, whilst also being better suited... View Article

Issues relating to condensation and mould remain prevalent given the association of health and wellbeing with indoor air quality, but heighten as legislation mandates tighter building envelopes to achieve decarbonisation. Social landlords are being encouraged to build to Energy Performance... View Article

In-line with its commitment to sustainable construction, Mapei now has EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) certification for over 500 products throughout its range – spanning adhesives, admixtures, coatings, floor preparation products, grouts and surface care products. The certification reflects Mapei’s commitment... View Article