Housing associations, local authorities, and operators of nursing homes and public buildings are facing growing expectations to provide environments that are not only energy efficient, but also safe, healthy, and well managed. Trianco’s latest heat pump technology is helping organisations take... View Article

As contemporary interiors embrace soft neutrals, clean lines and uncluttered layouts, designers are increasingly turning to darker timber flooring to introduce warmth, depth and visual weight. Havwoods’ rich Walnut Cocoa flooring shows how a deeper timber tone can bring contrast... View Article

Wood fibre insulation from STEICO and a diffusion-open EWI Pro render was chosen to support the low-carbon retrofit ambitions of the owner of a semi-detached house in Northwood in the London Borough of Hillingdon. Furbnow, specialists in planning home energy... View Article

FP McCann has successfully supplied and installed its high-performance Precast Concrete (PC) Cladding System on The Regent, which is now completed and ready to move into, part of the high-end urban residential scheme at Camden Goods Yard in NW1, London. ... View Article

Are you trying to achieve a clean minimalist finish, or make sure period details take centre stage? In either case, the last thing you want is an eye-catching loft hatch dominating the ceiling and spoiling the aesthetic. It is really... View Article

Exploring the relationship between ageing, hearing loss, dementia, and the built environment, emphasizes how room acoustics can significantly affect communication, wellbeing, and quality of life for older adults and people living with a dementia. It is acknowledged that hearing loss... View Article

Filon has listed a selection of its roofing, rooflight and cladding systems on NBS Source, giving construction specifiers direct access to structured product information during the design and specification process. The NBS Source platform brings together information from more than... View Article

Sunlight has governed human biology since long before architecture existed. It drives our circadian rhythm, regulating serotonin, cortisol and melatonin — the chemistry behind sleep, mood and alertness. Yet most indoor lighting, including that often used in the care settings... View Article

Feature fireplaces give living spaces a cosy and comforting focal point and a real crackling fire quickly becomes the heart of the home. Whether planning a move into a period property or considering an upgrade for an existing home, the... View Article

Over the past 25 years that IDSystems has been installing doors and windows the design and style of homes has changed dramatically. Gone from most architect drawings are separate kitchens and box shaped living rooms, replaced with large open plan... View Article

Don’t settle for anything less than the perfect match for your colour scheme when choosing the grout to go with your carefully selected tiles. Kerakoll’s Fugalite Color is a resin grout range with 50 different shades, allowing you to use... View Article

As part of a refurbishment project, Brett Martin’s Marlon CST Heatguard has been installed for the roof of a milking shed at Bloor’s Farm in Warrington, Cheshire. Chosen by one of the farm’s owners, the innovative roofing solution, with advanced... View Article

Ahmarra, one of the UK’s leading bespoke timber door manufacturers, specialises in triple scope internal entrance doors for residential buildings. The entrance doors are third-party certified for fire and smoke under the Q-Mark Timber Fire Door Manufacture scheme, and for security under the Q-Mark Enhanced Security... View Article

The hallway is one of the hardest-working spaces in the home, as well as the first and last area guests see. The latest Tile of Spain collections show how ceramic tiles can combine style, durability and practicality, with insights from... View Article

It’s that time of year again – trying to keep condensation at bay. Vectaire’s products ensure optimal air quality, low noise levels, and reduced running costs. They are designed to meet the needs of modern homes while prioritizing energy efficiency... View Article