A Design for Life!
In a small secluded village not far from Newport an unusual planning permission was granted by the City Council. Manic Street Preachers, the Welsh born band were unusually planning to convert a cottage into their …
2019’s top 5 trends in green architecture for a livable environment
Climate change has become one of the most important environmental and social issues of the past decades, and thus mankind also faces its crucial challenges in 2019. The building industry has a special responsibility in …
Kee Klamp barriers for rail infrastructure projects
Kee Systems has supplied Kee Klamp barriers to construction companies working on railway infrastructure projects. Our Kee Klamp guardrails have been installed in different rail infrastructure locations to provide trackside safety. Handrails, guardrails and barriers …
New Valarte Makes Classic Current
VitrA has announced details of a new bathroom range joining its Signature Collection during in March. A perfect complement to the contemporary designs associated with VitrA, Valarte introduces the popular Shaker design which combines simplicity with …
Living with buildings: Mobile and modular construction
Ellina Webb visits the “Living with Buildings” exhibition at the Wellcome Collection and discusses the innovative building techniques used in The Global Clinic commission. Health, wellbeing and unique construction techniques for (and in) buildings has …
Alliance sets sights on retail market with Highlife Bathrooms rebrand
Alliance Sanitary Products has invested £100,000 in rebranding as Highlife Bathrooms – a development aimed at establishing itself as a household brand name in the consumer retail market. The rebranding is the result of a …
New scheme could make developers help reverse wildlife declines
The Wildlife Trusts call for all new developments to contribute to a Nature Recovery Network The Government consultation into a new legal requirement which could make developers actively improve nature closed at the weekend. It …
Farnborough’s first Homebuilding & Renovating Show smashes expectations
The potential concerns surrounding Brexit and the property market were debunked at the first South East Homebuilding & Renovating Show 2019, which defied expectations despite the stuttering UK climate by attracting fifty per cent more …
Ensure your systems are safe for 2019
With a new year well and truly in full swing, most people are overwhelmed with everything they need to sort for 2019. It’s tempting to put some things on the backburner, but there are some …
Boulting greet Duke and Duchess at Wirral Youth Zone
Residents lined the streets of Birkenhead in January to catch a glimpse of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as they officially opened The Hive Youth Zone, a £6million Youth Zone which supports the area’s …
Grand Designs Live to return to London with a myriad of new features
Including Upcycling, Green Finger Campaign & Under The Stairs From the 4th – 12th May 2019, London ExCeL will play host to Grand Designs Live; bringing the height of home and design innovation to London …
Developer to build new primary school for growing Royal Wharf community
New social infrastructure for Newham Royal Wharf, Ballymore & Oxley’s new neighbourhood in London’s Royal Docks, is set to open a state-of-the-art new primary school for residents and local children in Newham. Due to open …
Change is in the air
Government departments are pouring over technical data and preparing new directives, trade bodies are examining every aspect of potential market implications. No, this is not another missive on BREXIT, but the reality of the changing …
Structural Statement
The Wolseley Road project from LBMV Architects Located in a unique conservation area of North London, the Wolseley Road project from LBMV Architects involved the renovation and extension of an impressive Victorian townhouse. Originally extended in …
New P.O.S for Vista Statement Splashbacks
Bringing colour, pattern and a funky new look to kitchen walls recently launched Vista splashbacks have been an outstanding success for Bushboard. Hundreds of kitchen specialists have listed the new range that includes a compelling …
Ring Out those Bells! Or Not! With Sound Reduction Systems
In December 2011 a multi-million pound refurbishment project began on Truro Cathedral. The bell tower was to undergo an exciting upgrade, including 2 new bells. Until this point the Cathedral bells rang loud and clear. …
Why saving a few pounds on emergency lighting can be dangerous
When it comes to designing emergency lighting, there are many factors to consider. Peter Adams, Mackwell’s Central Service & Training Manager explains more. Not only must the emergency lighting system be fit for purpose, but …
A specifiers’ guide to designing outdoor power supplies
Specifying outdoor power solutions for build projects can be a challenging process. Project collaboration for the construction and civil sectors is becoming increasingly complex, with the rise of BIM, the importance of embracing digital, emerging …
Illuminating an Icon – VIVI at Centre Point
Nulty is delighted to have completed the lighting scheme for the all-day dining destination, VIVI, the new restaurant located in the iconic Centre Point in London’s West End. Working alongside Gordon Young Architects and hospitality …
Bushboard invests in award-winning Nuance
Bushboard Invest £1m in Wellingborough Nuance Plant Striking, faster and more economical than traditional ceramic tiling, Bushboard’s 100% waterproof Nuance bathroom panels have been a massive success in the domestic and commercial bathroom markets both …
R32 is now mainstream but are you ready?
Air conditioning trainer Ben Bartle-Ross looks at what installers need to know about R32 As a trainer, I see lots of installers both young and old and I’m still getting questions about the ‘new’ refrigerant, …
Green Roofs and the Urban Heat Island Effect
It is generally accepted that it is warmer by a few degrees in urbanised areas than their rural counterparts. This is because of a phenomenon called the ‘Urban Heat Island’ effect. This effect is a …
Brighten up! Effective lighting control systems could be the key to improving the wellbeing of your staff
Are feelings of lethargy, despondency and irritability at work familiar? These traits are commonplace in offices, classrooms and lecture theatres across the country and are often the cause of unsuitably lit environments. Effective lighting in …
The benefits of colour coated handrails
At Roof Edge, we regularly talk about the benefits of our Equality Act (DDA) compliant Kee Access fittings, which provide access for all across the UK in all manner of applications. Handrail must meet several …
R32 refrigerant – why the change and why now?
Carl Dickinson looks at the background to the use of a new refrigerant in air conditioning units. If you work with air conditioning in any way, whether as a consultant, installer, service engineer or corporate …
Significant, £2.5m expansion transforms Bedfordshire school
SIX NEW classrooms and a 690 m2 sports hall at Henlow Church of England Academy, Bedfordshire have now completed, completely reimagining the 600 pupil school’s teaching facilities and sports opportunities. PCMS Design designed the modern, new extension …
Insulated FTT U8 Thermo Roof Window
The FTT roof window features an innovative structure which offers excellent thermal insulation parameters with an impressive Uw of 0.58W/m²K and is the most energy-efficient quadruple glazed window manufactured by FAKRO. These windows comply with …
Vent-Axia Welcomes Government Clean Air Strategy
Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has welcomed the Government’s Clean Air Strategy, launched on 14th January 2019, which highlights the importance of clean air in the home. The strategy sets out how the Government aims to …
Mitsubishi Electric expands chiller range with two new inverter driven units
Mitsubishi Electric has expanded its chiller offering with two new additions to its Climaveneta portfolio. The new i-NX air-cooled chiller range is offered in both standard and low noise options, whilst the smaller i-BX air-cooled …
Why creating new ponds helps to protect the ecosystem
At the start of the 20th century, there were around a million freshwater ponds in Britain, supporting a bio-diverse mix of animals, plants and herbs. By the turn of this century, half had disappeared and, according …
Frequently asked questions about guardrail
Where possible, the work at height hierarchy of controls states that a collective fall protection system, such as guardrail, is preferable to a personal fall protection system such as a lifeline and harness. Though guardrailing …
80% of people want to increase natural light in their home
80% of consumers want to increase the amount of natural light entering their home, according to a survey of 1,000 people conducted by Eurocell plc, the UK’s leading manufacturer, distributor and recycler of PVC-U window, door, …
Mitsubishi Electric launches R32 models across the entire Mr Slim range
Mitsubishi Electric has added R32 Standard Inverter and Inverter models to its Mr Slim air conditioning range to offer the market a complete solution using the low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant. The Mr Slim …
Vent-Axia’s Energy Efficient Ventilation Just the Ticket for Luxury Eco Mansion
Off-plan mansion uses three of Vent-Axia’s Sentinel Kinetic High Flow Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery units chosen for quiet, energy efficient and effective ventilation and heating throughout a 8,323 square foot home. British fan manufacturer …
New year, new products, new brochure from Easi-Dec
To celebrate the New Year, and to continue our ongoing efforts to ensure high safety standards throughout the UK, we have launched an updated version of our product brochure. The new brochure contains our most …
Kemper System Tops London’s Best New Extension – Sun Rain Room
Kemper System has helped to create an award-winning home extension, featuring a unique swooping roof structure. Designed by architects Tonkin Liu, the ‘Sun Rain Room’ forms part of the restoration of a Grade II Listed …
Kee Systems Protects Porcelanosa’s Skylights
Kee Systems has installed a total of 2,570 Kee Covers on the roofs at Porcelanosa’s retail sites across the country to protect the fragile skylights on the roofs and ensure that maintenance work can be …
Revolutionising UK Waste Solutions
Key Appointment Adds Momentum adi Waste Systems When we think ‘waste’ and ‘underground’ in this country, it often conjures up the negatives around landfill. But a Birmingham-based multidisciplinary engineering firm is set on burying our …
Worktop Express Launches New Wilsonart Contrasting Splashbacks
Direct Online Services Ltd, (DOS Ltd) the national and UK’s largest e-commerce company that specialises in high quality solid wood kitchen components via the Worktop Express®, Solid Wood Kitchen Cabinets and WEX Trade has launched a new range of contrasting …
Relief from allergy – cleanAir products
Plant pollens and spores are one of the most common factors that can cause allergy symptoms. Some allergens lead to painful reactions such as sneezing, a runny nose, red and watery eyes as well as …
