The retail mix – Encasement combines design and practicality

Decorative column casings and building linings are key aspects of the retail environment and Encasement products are installed in a diverse range of projects including many well-known brands, including Porsche, ASDA, Kia Motors, Tesco, Next, Oak Furnitureland and Greggs. Used on both new-build and... View Article

Employee ownership secures a bright future for JDDK

Employees of Newcastle-based JDDK Architects are now owners of the multi award-winning practice following a 100% share transfer to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). EOT’s were introduced in the UK in 2014 after a government review identified that employee-owned companies... View Article

There is more to a Passive House than the bigger picture

Without a doubt, the climate emergency must be taken seriously. Buildings account for 35 percent of total global energy consumption. We know it is essential that we transition to sustainable construction methods and materials. Understanding the environmental implications of our... View Article

Protect Duty

A study by security manufacturer study reveals that only SEVEN UK councils have assigned budget to the upcoming ‘Protect Duty’ legislation. 237 UK councils currently have zero budget assigned to the looming regulations Freedom of information requests submitted to UK... View Article

Embodied carbon – CIBSE calculation methods

CIBSE expand building services embodied carbon calculation methodology to support engineers internationally. CIBSE is launching an addendum to TM65, the embodied carbon calculation methodology published in 2021. TM65 Embodied carbon in building services: Using the TM65 methodology outside the UK (TM65LA) is designed to... View Article

Foster + Partners completes new DJI Sky City in Shenzhen

Foster + Partners has completed the new headquarters for DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology. Located in the Nanshan District in southwest Shenzhen, China, the two towers – 44 and 40 storeys respectively – are... View Article

Quantum Flooring a Winner in CFJ/CFA Awards

The CFJ/CFA Awards are always a highlight of the Flooring Industry calendar, giving those in the industry a chance to meet with, and celebrate, our colleagues from across the UK. This year, it was held on the 9th of September... View Article

Real metal surfaces for sophisticated interior designs

You can now discover the real metal laminate range from Homapal, in the London Formica Group Showroom. The first and the original – Formica Group invented high pressure laminates in 1913. Pioneers by definition, the iconic Formica brand represents the... View Article

Alsan 770 Updated BBA

Soprema’s BBA for the Alsan 770 liquid applied waterproofing flat roofing system has recently been updated to include zero falls and blue roofs and the inclusion of a warm roof scenario with Sopratherm G insulation In addition, the system is... View Article

XL-ent floor tiling with new BAL XL Floor One

LISTEN HERE BAL – market-leaders in full tiling solutions – have launched a new and improved flexible thick-bed tile adhesive for large format floor tiles. Replacing BAL Pourable One on its range, BAL XL Floor One is a significant upgrade... View Article

Decorative column casings – Covering up with Encasement

Decorative architectural casings are now a common feature in contemporary building design as they provide a versatile, effective and stylish method of concealing structural steelwork, concrete support columns and building services The combination of practicality, versatility and aesthetics have been... View Article