Architects say early planning must include sustainability

NBS’ latest sustainability survey reveals two-thirds of architects say sustainability is often sidelined in strategy and briefing stages Key Findings 84% of construction professionals believe sustainability is best addressed during the strategy and brief stage, yet this is not widespread... View Article

Scott Brownrigg designed expansion of Technology Park

A new three-storey office/Laboratory building has completed at Peterhouse Technology Park in Cambridge. Designed by Scott Brownrigg for British Land, ‘The Optic’ provides over 100,000 sq ft of prime office and flexible laboratory space and forms part of a wider... View Article

BSRIA launches dynamic new look

The UK’s most progressive building services professional body announces a complete brand overhaul – including a new name that reflects its evolving focus. Today, the Building Services Research and Intelligence Association (BSRIA) announces its new brand identity, better reflecting its... View Article

Backhaus Production and Management Facility-Iglo Architects

IGLO Architects has undertaken a significant adaptive reuse project with the Backhaus Production and Management Facility, skillfully carrying Ayazağa’s industrial heritage into the future while addressing contemporary needs. Led by architects Zafer Karoğlu and Esen Akyar, IGLO Architects has provided... View Article

Armatherm™ to attend UK Construction Week

From Wednesday 7th until Friday 9th May, thermal break specialists, Armatherm™ will be attending UK Construction Week at the ExCeL Exhibition Centre in London. Located on Stand D770, the leading suppliers of thermal break materials to the construction industry, will... View Article
Marmox

Marmox maintains a positive outlook

Managing Director Sarah Viney, reflects on the manufacturer’s future within the construction industry. As an innovator, Marmox is continuing to develop new products which meet the requirements of both industry regulators and our growing client base, though we have come... View Article
Marmox

Marmox: The first twenty five years

Born just a couple of years after The Battle of Britain, when Harry Parsons left school at the age of 16 to begin a course for aspiring site managers at the Brixton School of Building in South London, the country’s... View Article

HKR appoints Ayna Azhigali as Director

Leading global multi-disciplinary design consultancy, HKR is pleased to announce the promotion of Ayna Azhigali to Director. Ayna has been an integral part of HKR for the past ten years, progressing from Senior Architect to Associate, Associate Director, and now... View Article

Mitsubishi Electric unveils Ecodan R290 Heat Pump Range

Mitsubishi Electric is proud to announce the expansion of its highly efficient and environmentally friendly Ecodan R290 heat pump range. Following the successful launch of the 5kW and 6kW models in October 2023, the range now extends to include 8.5kW,... View Article

Protecting Education Spaces with Yeoman Shield

Schools, colleges and universities are high-traffic environments where walls, doors and corners endure daily wear and tear. From bustling hallways to busy classrooms, maintaining a clean, safe and professional learning space is a constant challenge. Yeoman Shield provides the perfect... View Article

Kingfisher Louvres chosen for prestigious Mayfair development

Kingfisher Louvres, a specialist manufacturer of aluminium architectural louvres, has delivered more than 600 acoustic louvre modules and 1600 metres of screening louvre blade for a new award-winning mixed-use redevelopment project incorporating a luxury hotel in London. Facing the Ritz... View Article

Timber frame specialist growing business with West Fraser boards

An Aberdeenshire-based timber manufacturing and building solutions company is growing its client base and reputation for delivering on sustainability as well as customer satisfaction, employing a selection of high-performance panel products from the range of West Fraser. Brudon Joinery was established in 2013... View Article

CIBSE launches the “Building for the Future” campaign

CIBSE is excited to announce the launch of the “Building for the Future” campaign, a transformative initiative designed to build a lasting legacy for the building services engineering profession. Central to this vision is the recent opening of CIBSE’s new... View Article

Modern, Sustainable and Engineered to Last

Q-railing launches EPD Certificates for glass, stainless steel and aluminium railing systems  Q-railing has recently obtained Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for its glass balustrades with aluminium base channels, stainless steel post railing systems, and aluminium glass infill and vertical bar infill railing... View Article