Out of this world innovation from Senior helps shape Nottinghamshire’s new science centre

The new Planetarium & Science Discovery Centre at Sherwood Observatory in Sutton-in-Ashfield is bringing the universe a little closer to home, thanks to a stellar combination of innovative architecture and high-performance glazing solutions from Senior Architectural Systems. Designed by Anotherkind Architects and delivered by GF Tomlinson, the state-of-the-art... View Article

A Tested System for Demanding Car Park Conditions

Car parks are exposed to a demanding mix of conditions: movement from wind loads, dynamic stresses from traffic, chemical exposure from de-icing salts, and surface wear from constant use. Without the right waterproofing and protection, early deterioration can occur. ALSAN,... View Article

What is a sustainable window?

A guide to choosing windows and doors that are good for your home and for the planet. Climate change, the drive for ‘net zero’ carbon*, and the launch of the Future Homes Standard** – these are all reasons to specify... View Article

Pyroguard unveils the TechLibrary

Pyroguard, the world’s leading independent provider of fire safety glass for timber, steel and aluminium applications, is pleased to announce the launch of the Pyroguard TechLibrary – an innovative digital platform designed to make it easier for architects, specifiers and... View Article

Euroform’s Weatherclad® meets brief for Ilfracombe Homes

Euroform’s WeatherClad® wood effect shiplap planks have been selected for Devonshire Homes’ new Ilfracombe development, Mariner’s Haven. Euroform is supplying the low maintenance, fibre cement planks, which are manufactured according to BS EN 12467: 2012+A2:2018 and have BDA Agrément certification... View Article

Poggenpohl appoints new Technical Designer, Dora McDowall

Poggenpohl has appointed a new Technical Designer to work from the Hampstead Studio, Dora McDowall. An Interior Design graduate from Manchester University, Dora has a passion for high-end, luxury design. With over three years’ experience working within a family run... View Article

Access to cost-effective accessible bathrooms

Balancing compliance and user needs is key to accessible bathroom design. Stuart Reynolds of AKW shares how smart product choices ensure cost-efficiency without compromising on tenant usability. The key to success with any accessible bathroom installation lies in juggling the... View Article

Large format tiles offer great aesthetic freedom for architects

Nick Bratt, National Technical Sales Manager for tile adhesive manufacturer Palace Chemicals, outlines some of the issues around specifying the new generation of large format tiles. Large format porcelain panels are now increasingly seen in both commercial and residential installations.... View Article

Revolutionising electrical installations

Scolmore Group is one of the UK’s leading electrical manufacturers and incorporates Click wiring accessories, Ovia lighting, ESP fire and security and Unicrimp cable accessory products. Scolmore Group has invested significantly to introduce Elucian, a comprehensive range of Three Phase... View Article

Case Study: Crystal Peaks Shopping Centre, Sheffield

Supplier: LAMILUX | Product: LAMILUX Glass Roof PR60 | Installer: P&R Structural Glazing Crystal Peaks, a major shopping centre in Sheffield, Yorkshire, has been refurbished with three new large, glazed roofs thanks to the collaboration between LAMILUX, a leading provider of high-performance rooflights, and P&R Structural Glazing,... View Article

Dulux champions the Design Talent of Tomorrow

Dulux is proud to announce its support for the visionary GREEN GRADS initiative, a unique UK platform dedicated to promoting the next generation of sustainably focused talent in design, art and engineering. With shared goals to foster innovation and champion... View Article

Non-combustible structural thermal breaks ensure fire safety

MAX FRANK Egcobox® are non-combustible concrete-to-concrete structural thermal break units, supplied with stone wool insulation (Fire classification A1) as standard in the UK. The stone wool insulation is Hydrophobic, offering excellent water repellent properties, and its thermal and fire-resistant properties... View Article

Modular’s diverse benefits

Modular construction is redefining efficiency and quality in a range of sectors. Kasia Nowak of Wernick Buildings explains how it can produce sustainable and future-proof, as well as cost-effective buildings. Clients in the education, healthcare, and commercial sectors planning to... View Article