Decked out in aluminium

Harriet Keohane from Saige Premium Composite Products shares essential pointers for architects and designers specifying aluminium decking for new build or retrofit projects, to ensure the safety and functionality of outdoor spaces There are key considerations when it comes to... View Article

Take the lift and slide route

Ryan Thompson from SIEGENIA UK explains why architects need to consider lift and slide doors as an aesthetic and secure alternative to the near-ubiquitous choice of recent years that is bifold doors With the recent hot summers and the events... View Article

Break the mould with thermal breaks for balconies

Thermal bridges in balconies considerably affect the overall thermal transmittance of building envelopes and, according to Nicolas De Vrieze from Leviat, can be the main cause of building defects such as condensation, mould formation, and degradation of materials. Here he... View Article

UfAC system provides design freedom

HVAC, or heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, is becoming a crucial consideration in the design of commercial spaces due to changing working trends and new regulations. Developers want buildings that can be quickly leased and have a low churn rate,... View Article

RYNO’s newly expanded porcelain range

Inspired by nature and designed to complement the experience of any exterior design. High-quality ceramics, environmentally conscious manufacturing, and design scope versatility as well as the ability to integrate wind-uplift as a complete system make porcelain a popular choice with... View Article

Mapei connects surfaces at BT’s global headquarters

An extensive porcelain installation, at BT’s new global headquarters, has recently been completed by Stone & Ceramic using a Mapei system. The project – at One Braham in Aldgate, East London – featured Solus terrazzo, terrazzo-effect flooring and porcelain tiles... View Article

Knauf Insulation launches OmniFit® Slab 32

Knauf Insulation has launched OmniFit® Slab 32, the first 32 lambda glass mineral wool insulation slab on the market for use in light steel frame systems (SFS) as part of a rainscreen facade or other external wall build-ups. Liliya Luke, Glass Mineral... View Article

Lakes life easier

Showering solutions that last a lifetime Lakes has a strong reputation for its customer-first and service-led approach, with fast delivery times plus technical and after sales support on hand whenever you need it. The new and elegant Alpha collection from... View Article

Dorset County Hospital MSCP, Dorchester, UK

Meeting the challenge of combining aesthetics and regulations Dorset County Hospital is located just outside Dorchester town centre. This modern hospital provides a full range of district general services, including an accident and emergency department, and links with satellite units... View Article

Introducing F.H. Brundle’s aluminium decking range

Michael Brundle, Managing Director at F.H. Brundle, discusses the company’s outstanding aluminium decking system, Synergised. Think decking, and you probably think timber. But timber, as classically attractive and readily available as it is, has problems, as everyone in our sector... View Article

Exceed expectations with Origin bi-fold doors

Bi-fold doors remain high on the priority list for homeowners due to their ability to maximise natural light in a home and create a seamless transition between the indoors and outdoors. Origin’s award-winning bi-fold door systems (OB-49 and OB-72) are... View Article