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Striving for net zero? Structural thermal breaks manufacturer, Armatherm™, can support architects, specifiers and designers to ensure buildings are constructed with maximum efficiency in mind. Thermal bridging poses a significant challenge in construction projects, because it enables the passage of... View Article

The Association, and members, are thrilled to announce the launch of the very first Steel Window Association Awards. The awards have been created to highlight impressive projects as well as detailing the experience and knowledge that goes into creating beautiful... View Article

Chelsea Homes , a stunning St George, Berkley Homes project in Central London offers European-style urban lifestyle with tree-lined avenues and meandering waterways. The façade of the building had different exteriors using brick, metal and GRC panels and a total... View Article

Building on the success of its climate positive Marmoleum flooring, Forbo Flooring Systems continues to push forward, updating the Marmoleum Solid collection to support the enduring trend for contemporary interiors that connect with modern nature. Refreshed and contemporary, the new... View Article

Winner of 10 Which? Best Built-in Oven Awards, Beko’s range of AeroPerfect™ ovens, which all come with an ‘A’ rating for energy usage, have been designed with simplicity and energy-efficiency in mind. The range offers 35% faster cooking and 40%... View Article

The Wraptite external air barrier system from the A. Proctor Group has been chosen for its high performance airtight insulation for a new home for young people in Dundee, Scotland. The new £3m single-storey building will be a home for... View Article

Hörmann UK have announced the introduction of their ET500 series 3 collective garage doors, providing low maintenance together with extremely smooth and safe operation. Designed as a non-protruding up-and-over door, the ET500 has been specifically developed for installations where collective... View Article

When it comes to constructing schools, colleges and universities, it’s important to balance aesthetic design with building safety. It’s about creating spaces that are not only safe and functional but also welcoming and inspiring for both staff and students. The... View Article

Zentia, the UK’s market leader in complete ceiling solutions, proudly announces the launch of ‘Oplia,’ the latest family addition to its product portfolio. Formerly recognised as Perla, the renaming reflects Zentia’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of design and functionality... View Article

The final phase of a PassivHaus development is just getting under way in Wigan with high performance Thermoblocks from the range of Marmox being used to counter cold bridging beneath a highly insulated timber frame construction. The St. Mary’s project... View Article

GreenCoat® is the brand for innovative, sustainable color coated steel solutions for roofs, facades and rainwater systems. Widely used in sustainable architecture, GreenCoat® products offer an extensive range of colors and coatings with Swedish rapeseed oil. This unique, patented solution... View Article

Structherm Ltd is a leading External Wall Insulation (EWI) system-designer, widely known for its unique structural cage system. The Structherm Cage System is used to stabilise and insulate a wide range of non-traditional, hard-to-treat or structurally defective properties and high-rise... View Article

The new Canon Medical Arena in Sheffield has been designed by architects Bond Bryan and features a duo of sustainable aluminium fenestration solutions from Senior Architectural Systems. Senior’s SF52 curtain wall system was the ideal choice for the arena’s modern... View Article

Hambleside Danelaw are delighted to announce their new state of the art lead alternative GRP Roll Top Ridge and Hip Systems: SwiftRidg™ and SwiftRidg™+. The patent pending SwiftRidg™ and SwiftRidg™+ (GB Patent Application No:  2308115.1) offer a light and durable... View Article

Thomas Dudley Launches the world’s first push button syphon. Thomas Dudley the UK’s leading innovator in plumbing solutions, proudly announces the launch of Quantum, its groundbreaking all new Pushbutton Operated Leak-Free Syphonic Toilet Flush Valve. This state-of-the-art product represents a... View Article

Charlton and Jenrick’s Luminosa 150 electric fire, featuring real flame technology, is a groundbreaking solution that seamlessly combines aesthetics with functionality. This innovative electric fire redefines spatial possibilities and enhances the visual allure of architectural designs. This feature explores the... View Article

The complexities and sometime confusions to sustainability in construction put specifiers in a daunting position, with even apparently responsible choices of material – including picking recycled aluminium – leaving a host of questions still to be answered. In an effort... View Article

While the headlines are full of reports about attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, as well as serious unrest across the region – causing costly delays to cargoes headed for the UK – Northampton-based Haddonstone is able to reassure its customers... View Article

Biosolar roofs have ecological and economic benefits Cost effective way to successfully combine PV systems and green roofs Increased efficiency of the PV system through lower local roof surface and air temperature. Increased biodiversity Reduction in rainwater discharge rates and... View Article

F.H. Brundle’s range of composite decking boards offer a robust, sustainable and easy to maintain alternative to timber. They’re incredibly durable and suitable for a variety of outdoor uses. Made from 60% recycled wood, 40% plastic, RinatoTM decking boards look like wood but without... View Article