BJELIN assists transformation from barn to modern workspace

In the picturesque Cheshire countryside, Park View Business Centre is a meticulously converted hub of modern offices and retail spaces, blending contemporary design with historic charm. Rather than allow the previous agricultural buildings to fall into disrepair, the owner, Peter... View Article

Glidevale Protect expands its fire rated wall membrane range

Glidevale Protect has strengthened its flame retardant offering with the launch of its Protect FrameSafe 5000 FR external wall membrane designed for open façade cladding applications. Manufactured only with printed lap lines and with no logos to the external face... View Article

Consultation launched on changes to Energy Performance Certificates

The Department of Housing, Communities and Local Government has launched a joint industry consultation with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero to “reform” the EPC Framework to provide a “robust, well-rounded perspective on building performance.” The consultation outlines... View Article

Looking up and to the future

Philip Moors, managing director of Elevate UK & Ireland, discusses the trends and opportunities shaping the roofing industry in 2025. After another challenging year for construction, we begin 2025 with cautious optimism. The industry is showing signs of stabilising and... View Article

Redefining the architect

Jo Cowen Architects has put partnerships at the heart of its new brand with the launch of Cowen + Partners. The new brand recognises the growth in the breadth and depth of the team and business since its foundation by... View Article

Knightsbridge’s Tenax offers up to 48 bulkhead options

The Tenax range of polycarbonate bulkheads from Knightsbridge – one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of wiring accessories and lighting – has just got tougher and more versatile with the introduction of the Tenax Pro Series and two more gear... View Article

RockLap H&V Pipe Supports – CE marked

RockLap H&V Pipe Supports, your ROCKWOOL pipe support solution for building services applications, is CE marked in accordance with EN 14303:2009+A1: 2013. This accreditation recognises the product’s compliance with European requirements for mineral wool products used for the thermal insulation... View Article

F. Ball Delivers Knockout Installation in Leeds Gym

Products from the UK’s leading manufacturer of subfloor preparation products and adhesives for floorcoverings, F. Ball and Co. Ltd., including Styccobond F3 and Styccobond F44 adhesives, have delivered a robust flooring installation that will stand up to the rigours of... View Article

When space matters… Go with the Saniflo

As the original inventor of the macerator, Saniflo’s product range has come a long way over the last 60+ years. Whether it is grey or black water waste, a bathroom in the loft, a kitchen in the basement or a... View Article

Architects shouldn’t shut the door at handover

Unlike a car, for which we are given lessons and a manual, the learning process with buildings tends to be more intuitive. To continue the car analogy, there is no MOT and little regular servicing, especially with domestic properties, so maintenance is frequently forgotten until something... View Article

Focus on Zinc 21

See how architects are using VMZINC around the world VMZINC has been produced since 1837 and the Focus on Zinc magazine has been highlighting how VMZINC has been used in contemporary architecture for almost 30 years. Focus on Zinc 21, features 22... View Article

Assuring specified thermal performance – Performance Gap CPD

With the Performance Gap CPD, sharpen your knowledge on thermal regulations and best practices to ensure your building projects achieve as-designed thermal performance. Learning Outcomes Reflect on the journey to modern thermal regulations Understand Passivhaus principles and their importance Understand... View Article