Woods Bagot designs win four World Architecture Festival awards

In an “extraordinary” result, global architecture studio Woods Bagot has won four World Architecture Festival (WAF) awards for three Australian projects, cementing its reputation as one of the world’s leading design practices. Meadowbank Schools in western Sydney won Best School and... View Article

The Root of Easy Bathroom Design from VitrA

LISTEN HERE VitrA’s Root collection offers a wide range of product sizes and styles in mix-and-match colour and wood unit combinations with complementing handle styles, Root brassware and the choice of three washbasins to suit. Root brassware and furniture combine... View Article

Singapore’s new Science Centre design unveiled

Singapore’s Science Centre Board has unveiled the design of the new Science Centre which will provide unique facilities and programmes as a destination for all Singaporeans to access science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education and experiences. The new Science... View Article

Q-Range Stair Nosings Sample Box

LISTEN HERE Quantum Flooring is proud to announce the launch of the new Q-Range Stair Nosings sample box. This box showcases our most highly engineered stair nosings range, which is designed specifically to adhere to all Building Regulations, BS 8300-2:2018... View Article
Shaping the future of construction

Shaping the future of construction

As a certified EcoProfit operation for over 15 years, wedi’s mission is to support the industry improve its carbon credentials and to help consumers recognise the added value of having a ‘green’ home with low energy bills. Manufactured with at... View Article
A virtually perfect balance

A virtually perfect balance

Anthony Day at IMA Architects explains how the practice is pioneering the emerging concept of the Digital Twin, and proving how it can enable architects to hit the balance between efficiency and sustainability on projects As architects, the art of... View Article

The timber-paved road to zero

Andrew Orriss of the Structural Timber Association explores the vital importance of timber in construction on the path to net zero, but also the associated importance for specifiers of quality assurance and competency In recent decades timber has faced greater... View Article
The hot topic

The hot topic

With the UK breaking temperature records while homes become increasingly air tight, James Healey from the Institute of Acoustics looks at hitting the tricky balance between overheating and external noise This summer saw the hottest temperatures the UK has ever... View Article

NHS GP practice improves patient access

As part of a significant re-development project, Derwent Practice has improved patient access from the carpark by installing a smart new TORMAX automatic bi-parting entrance system. Giving clear and easy access to all users, the sliding doors are fully compliant... View Article

Create immersive experiences with a world first

Immersion is the new carpet tile collection from IVC Commercial made with Thrive® matter, the world’s first carbon negative carpet yarn. Used in IVC Commercial’s new Immersion carpet tile collection, Thrive® matter has the lowest emissions of any solution-dyed nylon... View Article

Optimising domestic soundproofing with Maxiboard

Major upgrades to acoustic insulation levels are vital if homeowners and tenants are to truly experience ‘comfort’ in their domestic environment, matching the transformation of the thermal efficiency of many UK homes. With only 25% of UK homes being classed... View Article

A robust case for timber windows

Today’s timber windows are vastly improved on their predecessors, but a recent survey and round table found that specifiers’ misconceptions are still making them wary, says Tracy Pomfret of George Barnsdale Rishi Sunak’s U-turn on attending COP 27 came to... View Article
The embodiment of low carbon

The embodiment of low carbon

Craig Edwards from WMS Underfloor Heating gives his views on why the latest embodied carbon data on heating systems shows that underfloor heating is the option to consider for specifiers pursuing low emissions The total carbon emissions from a building... View Article

Resiblock score at the FIFA World Cup

For the next month the eyes of the planet will be glued on Qatar for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. As the World’s Favourite Players battle it out to determine who is the best in the world at football, The... View Article