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Opening the door to flood resilient buildings
Garage doors from Rundum Meir which are designed to cope comfortably with regular flood events can help building owners and architects to upgrade their buildings in water-side locations to make …
Plug-in and switch on to quality outdoor teaching spaces
Outdoor teaching spaces are going to be an important part of the educational mix for the autumn term and beyond as we seek to maintain social distancing and prevent a …
The future of health and safety in construction
By Chris Pendrey, Regional SHEQ Advisor at Actavo Direct The current coronavirus pandemic has thrust employee health and safety into the spotlight in every industry. And with construction being one …
Shape of things to come – The flexible alternative to square access panels
Illusion, a new multi-shaped Access Panel from Ceildoor Products, provides the perfect alternative to square panels for bespoke interiors. The Illusion Access Panel is designed for customers who want a …
Ventilation is the First Step to Prepare Pubs for Reopening in Government COVID19-Guidance
Evaluating ventilation systems, before pubs reopen on 4 July as the COVID-19 lockdown eases, is the first step to take before reopening as laid out in the Government’s new guidance. …
Clegg Construction picks up the pace at £10m Hertfordshire care home
Construction work on a £10m Hertfordshire-based care home project, being delivered by principal contractor Clegg Construction, has continued on site throughout the pandemic to reach its first major milestone, with …
Swedish, stylish and sustainable: one of Europe’s largest office and warehouse building completes
New solid wood office entirely clad with sustainable leader Kebony A new, forward-thinking office and warehouse on the outskirts of Gothenburg, Sweden has been completed with style and sustainability prioritised …
Housing and modern methods of construction post COVID-19
By Ian Atkinson, Partner and Ryan Lavers, Solicitor, at law firm Womble Bond Dickinson The construction sector is fundamentally important to the UK economy. Often cited as the barometer of economic conditions, it …
The Ultimate Bathroom Transformation with Crosswater & Kerry Lockwood
A striking fusion of contemporary and traditional, Kerry Lockwood’s stunning bathroom renovation combines a variety of styles that form a distinctive, luxurious aesthetic throughout. Using Crosswater’s MPRO and MPRO Industrial …
‘Road Safety Must Be a Priority’ States Charcon Amid £2bn Govt Cycling Boost
Charcon, the hard landscaping division of Aggregate Industries, has stated that improving “road safety must be a priority” if the UK wants to encourage more people to carry on walking …
Leeds-based OHS expands into Greater Manchester to kick-start major growth
A health and safety compliance specialist has completed a management restructure as part of plans to expand into Greater Manchester, create jobs and build a £5m business in five years. …
Vicaima collaborates on modular mental health clinic
Vicaima doors were selected as part of a modular build project, for community Mental Health in the North East of England. Equipping the Plessey Centre to provide NHS Community Mental Health Services …
Towns and cities to work together on home retrofit as calls for green recovery mount
The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today marked a major new phase of Accelerator Cities, a project which brings together some of the most ambitious local and combined authorities and other expert stakeholders to drive action to upgrade our draughty, energy-hungry housing …
Rundum Meir doors with integrated vents offer fresh thinking for air flow in garages
Hand-crafted bespoke garage doors which incorporate ventilation louvres can play an important role in optimising air flow in garage spaces to facilitate air conditioning systems and improve internal air quality …
Conversations about Climate Change Design Competition – Join the Conversation
The UK Timber Trade Federation launch their Conversations about Climate Change Design Competition. Conversations about Climate Change is a specially commissioned design competition, exhibition, and events series providing a platform for …
Could COVID-19 drive a rethink of outdoor space design?
The coronavirus lockdown and enforced social distancing has resulted in many of us spending much more time than ever outdoors. In addition to the increased levels of outdoor activity that many people have been …
Planning application submitted for Nottingham’s Guildhall development
Planning has been submitted by a joint venture between Locksley Hotels Ltd and hotel group Ascena for the centrepiece of the much anticipated multi-million-pound Guildhall development in Nottingham, which will …
Traditional look, modern technology
When materials technology meets classic characteristics Popular television programmes such as Escape to the Country entice many city dwellers into surrendering their high-rise apartments in favour of a cosy, country cottage. Wooden …
LRWA launches a series of new technical guidance
The Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) has launched a number of new guidance documents for specifiers and contractors responsible for the design and installation of inverted roofs. The free …
Burst into Colour with Britton
Transform your bathroom with colour, uplifting style, and Britton’s unparalleled collection of affordable bathroom designs, perfect for the modern home. From blushing pink and calming blue tones to dark finishes, …
Managing a safe return to work – six measures every employer should be ready to adopt
With organisations preparing to see more and more staff returning to their places of work over the coming weeks, many questions have been raised about how to make offices, shops, …
Bailey Street Furniture Group introduce Sanitisation Point
In light of the current COVID-19 global pandemic, Bailey Street Furniture Group have been prompted to design and bring to market a new Sanitisation station to their portfolio of products. …
Social distancing flooring to safeguard health and welfare
As manufacturers, educators, retailers, offices, the hospitality sector and gyms start taking tentative planning steps to emerge from lockdown, Broanmain Plastics reveals how its flexible interlocking Trudec floor tile system …
Leading concrete manufacturer Besblock sees orders double in a matter of days
As the UK construction industry gears up to return to work, Shropshire-based concrete manufacturers Besblock has seen orders almost double this week. In the days since the Prime Minister’s announcement …
Modern or traditional construction?
~ Exploring the differences ~ The history of brick and mortar construction is an established one, and many consider brick laying an art form. However, modern building methods, such as …
Kebony wood completes sustainable ‘Tiny Houses’
A new, innovative housing model, ‘Tiny Houses’, has been created to offer sustainable, mobile and affordable living as the trend for minimalist design and flexible living continues to grow globally. …
With Doors Wide Open…
Will you come in? Vicaima is proud of its many successes and achievements over the years, made possible by the close relationships formed with you our customers and partners. Together …
Ventilation Plays Critical Role in Reducing Covid-19 Transmission
Vent-Axia has welcomed the Government’s Covid-19 press briefing on 29 April 2020 which cited ventilation as being critical in the fight against the virus. At the briefing Professor Jonathan Van-Tam, …
Elegant form and functional excellence for dramatic new Perthshire residence
A Rundum Original bespoke garage door has provided the ideal solution for a stunning new contemporary home built on the banks of Loch Tummel in the Scottish Highlands. Developed on …
Managing health and safety on site amid COVID-19
CONSTRUCTION sites in the UK will be able to remain open during evenings and weekends to help the UK’s economy recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, according to government sources. In …
The Importance of Educational Play and the Outdoor Space
Our children are immersed and exposed to varying stressful environments, both at school and at home. It is of no surprise that we are reading negative headlines referring to the …
Everton submits outline planning application for Goodison Park legacy project
Everton Football Club has submitted an outline planning application to Liverpool City Council for a community-led legacy development at Goodison Park. The outline plans would see Everton’s current home redeveloped to …
Free Face Masks for the NHS
In response to the Coronavirus crisis and the chronic shortage of PPE being suffered by health care professionals we have turned over production in our London workshop from sculptural lighting …
NHS Nightingale is the temporary hospital that will always be remembered
In these troubling times it has been truly inspirational to witness the efforts of organisations throughout the construction and security sectors in building the NHS Nightingale Hospital at ExCeL London. …
The Electrical Industry Pulls Together to Support NHS Nightingale Hospital at London ExCeL
In these difficult times the electrical industry is pulling together to help supply essential products and services to our hospitals as quickly as possible. Last week Crawley-based ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia …
Luxury modern multifamily project recently completed in West Hollywood
The Harland Brings the Best of Modern Infill with Expansive Views and a Kebony-Accented Façade Construction was recently completed on The Harland West Hollywood, a multifamily development of modern condominiums …
Silva service provides a pick-me-up for housing association customers
Caring Lynette Bloomfield has set up a food delivery support service, to help Silva Homes‘ most vulnerable customers stay stocked throughout the coronavirus pandemic. As Silva’s Aids & Adaptations Administrator …
Spring delights inspired by nature
With the warmer seasons just around the corner, British sculptural lighting brand, Cameron Design House takes a look at its most popular designs inspired by the beauty of nature. From …
The Museum Hotel Antakya is awarded an Honourable Mention in Architectural Design by The Design that Educates Awards 2020
The Museum Hotel Antakya, a futuristic new design hotel that hovers above 2,300 years of history, has been awarded an Honourable Mention in Architectural Design by The Design that Educates Awards 2020 When …
World Green Building Council and BBC StoryWorks partner for new film series
‘Building a Better Future’ will explore how the green buildings movement can play an instrumental role in tackling climate change. London, March 2020 – The World Green Building Council is pleased to announce a partnership with …