BUILDING PRODUCT & PROJECT NEWS
Ed Reynolds’ blog shares valuable insight from recent sustainability conference
Following the global focus on sustainability prompted by COP26, 300 public and private sector industry professionals recently came together to learn about how the built environment can do more and …
Smart Cities: Paradise or Punishment?
In the last century, the sweeping architecture of the new cities Brasilia and Canberra was found to be soulless by those required to live there. Come the weekend, Brasilia emptied …
New CIBSE Guidance: Electrification for Net Zero
New guidance on the design and operation of building electrical services that focus on the electrification of buildings in the drive to net zero carbon has been published by the …
Top Bathroom Trends
By Waters Baths of Ashbourne With the New Year on the horizon, Waters Baths of Ashbourne is looking ahead to embrace all the latest trends and introduce a new era …
Detail Lighting – South Kensington Penthouse
Working closely with established interior designers dkinteriors, Diana Blanchard and Anastasia Antonova Design, Detail Lighting specified the lighting for this impressive South Kensington residential property. Elevating the ambience of each …
With 80% of architects worrying about liability issues, experts say early collaboration is key to tackling risks, according to new research
Training, collaboration and collective responsibility are the three key ways the construction industry can tackle risk, according to recent research carried out by Etex. Etex asked 250 construction industry decision makers including …
The Beauty of Bespoke
Introducing Newfoundland with David Phillips Newfoundland is a landmark addition to the London skyline and benefits from uninterrupted views over the capital. Designed by renowned architects Horden Cherry Lee, this …
DLA Secures Green Light For Developers To Deliver New Landmark For Leeds’ International Pool Site
A £270 million development proposal to transform the former International Swimming Pool site at Lisbon Street in Leeds city centre has been granted full planning consent by Leeds City Council. …
The Basajaun demo building in Finland will showcase innovative wood-based materials and solutions developed in an EU project
Engineered wood products can make a large contribution to transforming the construction sector from a source of carbon into a sink. VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland will construct a 500 …
Construction Alliance addresses the financial loss to the North East following the Integrated Rail Plan
A regional lobbying organisation predicts the northern cancellation of HS2 and other scaling back measures in the Integrated Rail Plan (IRP) could lead to a multi-billion pound economic black hole …
Home builder to start construction on 300 homes over three developments
AN AMBITIOUS home building group will start work on creating 300 new homes over three developments, all within a four-week period. Genesis Homes and sister company Russell Armer Homes are …
Breathing Buildings Provides Hybrid Ventilation to Air Ambulance Headquarters
Breathing Buildings, the UK’s leading provider of controlled hybrid ventilation systems, has supplied ventilation to the new East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) HQ building. With sustainability at its heart, the …
Dynamic Climate Limited becomes Mitsubishi Electric Value-Added Reseller
Mitsubishi Electric has announced that Dynamic Climate, the Brighton-based HVAC professional services business, has become a Value-Added Reseller (VAR). Dynamic Climate will offer a high level of customer service and support …
National Ventilation’s new IntelliSense i7 is the Intelligent Choice
National Ventilation, a leading UK-based ventilation manufacturer and supplier, has launched its Monsoon Energysaver™ IntelliSense i7 fan. A clever multi-function fan, the 7 in 1 IntelliSense i7 bathroom fan is …
VitrA Honoured with Design Award for New London Flagship Showroom
VitrA Bathrooms has secured a further prestigious industry award, this time for its stunning new flagship showroom in Clerkenwell, London – VitrA London. The Designer Awards held this year at …
Vent-Axia’s Lo-Carbon Heat Save Highly Commended at Electrical Industry Awards
Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia, is delighted to announce that its Lo-Carbon Heat Save has been ‘Highly Commended’ at the prestigious Electrical Industry Awards. The Lo-Carbon Heat Save, an innovative decentralised …
Eco-homes set the standard for Sheffield
A regeneration partnership is setting the green standard for Sheffield, with a £5.5m project to construct 35 new eco-friendly homes. Sheffield Housing Company (SHC) is working with energy and regeneration …
Pinnacle LED the Way for Swindon Schools
PINNACLE GROUP, a leading national facilities management (FM) provider, is proud to be working with seven schools in Swindon to reduce energy consumption by an estimated 60% – 80% per …
2022 Interior Design Trends with Milc Interiors
Internationally renowned, award-winning Milc Interiors are delighted to share their trend predictions for 2022. From painted ceilings and restorative neutrals, to pastel pops and slatted features, the brand’s creative approach …
Award-winning FIRETEX® FX6002 chosen for fire protection of high-rise Amsterdam towers
Sherwin-Williams’ award-winning FIRETEX® FX6002 was chosen as part of an intumescent coating system for maximum fire protection of a major residential and hotel development in northern Amsterdam. Y-Towers, under construction …
Vent-Axia Leads the Way in Domestic Ventilation Innovation at H&V News Awards
Market-leading ventilation expert Vent-Axia is celebrating winning the ‘Domestic Ventilation Product of the Year’ award at the prestigious H&V News Awards for the second year running. This year the company …
Sustainable supported housing plan for Teesside
Plans for an innovative retirement village and supported housing development on the edge of Redcar have been submitted to Redcar and Cleveland Council. If approved, the scheme will see the …
Domus Ventilation Revit® BIM Files Now Available
Domus Ventilation, manufacturer of market-leading mechanical ventilation systems that save energy and improve indoor air quality, is pleased to announce that its full range of Revit BIM (Building Information Modelling) …
In Ypres, the house of wonders has a RENOLIT ALKORPLAN roof
An innovative and original project has been created in the Belgian city with RENOLIT ALKORPLAN Solar and RENOLIT ALKORPLAN F products, sustainable and able to adapt to every request. The …
£2.2M Extension Completes at Cheshire High School
Work on a new £2.2m, two-storey extension block at Blacon High School in Cheshire has now completed, expanding the school’s existing facilities to better serve its students. The new space …
Sovereign to deliver first phase of affordable homes at Horlicks Quarter, Slough
Sovereign CEO, Mark Washer, and Rob Perrins, CEO, Berkeley, met with James Swindlehurst, leader of Slough Borough Council and Homes England today to celebrate the first collection of affordable homes …
Mitsubishi Electric R32 s-MEXT CRAC units available within 48-hours
Mitsubishi Electric is investing significantly in it’s I.T cooling product offering and is pleased to announce that they are now fully stocking the entire range of s-MEXT high precision CRAC …
Heat and Buildings Strategy Requires Ventilation for Healthy Indoor Environment
Leading British ventilation manufacturer, Vent-Axia has welcomed the Government’s ‘Heat and Buildings Strategy’ published ahead of COP 26. The company is delighted the document identifies the importance of air quality …
Immerse Yourself in a Sensory Experience for doors
When we talk about interior doors in the context of sensory experience, the obvious topic is to think about looks and general appearance. However, in our hopefully soon to be, …
Airtech Urges Everyone to Take Action this Radon Awareness Week
Airtech Solutions, the condensation, mould and radon specialists, is supporting UK Radon Awareness Week (1-7 November 2021) by encouraging everyone to not delay and to take action. Run by the …
Mitsubishi Electric takes headline role at BESA National Conference
Mitsubishi Electric will be attending the upcoming BESA National Conference on the 3rd and 4th November as headline sponsor, and will be hosting a roundtable discussing the implications that the changing role …
Powering the rejuvenation of Braintree town centre
Like many of our towns and cities across the country, Braintree in Essex holds a regular market, which is a vital focal point for culture, the community and the local …
World of Wood Festival to highlight role of timber in creating a low-carbon future
With the eyes of the world on COP26 in the first two weeks of November, the global timber industry is collectively hosting a ‘World of Wood Festival’. This six-week celebration …
Hamilton comes to the four on INCA shortlist
Hamilton (Building Contractors) Ltd has been shortlisted for this year’s prestigious Insulated Render and Cladding Association (INCA) awards, not once but four times. The 2021 INCA awards, which are to be …
Demand for Air Purification Increases to Help Create Healthy Spaces in Buildings this Winter
During the pandemic COVID has raised the profile of the quality of the air we breathe in our buildings. As Winter approaches the combination of the weather cooling, so we …
Style and Sustainability: How UK Homes Have Changed Over Time
Our home designs are an identifying aspect of our nation’s culture. Wood panelling, bay windows, and stone bricks are instantly recognisable as a product of British construction when compared to …
Upgrading building infrastructure using integrated software: Smart features for better building management
As the world becomes more connected, smart buildings are becoming more commonplace. Everything from security to utilities can now be integrated into a single interface, for improved efficiency and energy …
Domus Ventilation Launches New D-dMEV Energy Efficient Units with Enhanced Air Extraction
Domus Ventilation has launched the new D-dMEV range of single flow, continuous running decentralised mechanical ventilation fans for small to medium size rooms, such as bathrooms and toilets. The D-dMEV, …
Characterful Design
Located in the stunning Yorkshire countryside is this beautiful bespoke kitchen by The Main Company – this rustic 18th century barn has been fully renovated to create a unique family …
Breathing Buildings Offers CIBSE-Approved CPD on School Ventilation
Breathing Buildings, the UK’s leading provider of controlled hybrid ventilation systems, is offering a CIBSE-approved CPD on meeting the requirements of BB101: Guidelines on ventilation, thermal comfort and indoor air …