Looking forward to a better tomorrow with the Future Homes Standard
John Miles – Group Business Development Director at Assent Building Control At the tail end of 2019, the UK government announced its drive towards zero carbon buildings as part of …
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Major step closer to British Library site at Temple Works in Leeds
The British Library’s ambitions for a major new public-facing centre for audiences and users in the north of England will take a significant step forward next week when senior councillors …
Big regeneration milestone for Sheffield
A regeneration partnership, which has created over 800 jobs, 75 apprenticeships and spent more than £80m with construction businesses in the South Yorkshire region, has completed its 1000th home. The four …
What’s your excuse for not going PVC-Free?
Authored by Matt Manteit, International Sales Manager at Neschen Coating GmbH. As an industry, we have been discussing the hazards of PVC for more than 15 years and whilst steps have …
Local Housing Developer Unveils Phase Three Of Allscott Meads, Innovative and Sustainable Homes For A Brighter Future Of Living
Allscott Meads developer, SJ Roberts Homes, releases more family homes due to huge demand. After the success of the first two phases, Shropshire developer, SJ Roberts Homes Ltd, will be …
Bath Preservation Trust appoints Design Team for Beckford’s Tower
Bath Preservation Trust (BPT) has announced that architects Thomas Ford & Partners and quantity surveyors Stenning & Co have been appointed to lead the design work for the £3.3 million …
Edmond Shipway appointed to deliver Center Parcs’ proposed sixth UK holiday village
LEADING construction consultancy Edmond Shipway is to provide project management, cost consultancy and mechanical and electrical engineering consultancy services for Center Parcs’ proposed sixth UK holiday village. Center Parcs has secured …
Luxury Coastal Living
Located on the stunning Sussex coastline is the latest project from The Main Company. Combining both rustic and reclaimed materials, this standout seaside kitchen exudes effortless industrial style. With a …
Alfie’s Army Completes Ultra Challenge to Raise Money for Young Lives vs Cancer
An intrepid team of 13, including National Ventilation’s sales manager, Andy Bills, has successfully completed a half-ultra challenge, hiking 53km through the Peak District on 3rd July 2021 to raise …
CCC says UK must use more timber
By TTF CEO David Hopkins In their Progress Report to Parliament, the Climate Change Committee (CCC) has once again recommended the UK Government substantially increase the use of timber in …
What sustainable issues do all business need to know about? – Ask ME
Mitsubishi Electric has launched a series of podcasts which shine a light on the sustainable, zero carbon and legislative issues affecting business today. The ‘Ask ME’ podcasts cover a range …
Gilders Yard reaches new heights with topping out ceremony
A HISTORIC development in the West Midlands has moved one step closer to completion following a topping out ceremony held by contractor Clegg Construction. Located in Great Hampton Street, Birmingham on …
Three hundred new Sheffield homes unveiled
More than three hundred Sheffield families now have the comfort of a brand new home as building work draws to a close on two major housing schemes in the city. …
Airtech Supports Landlords to Help Protect their Residents from Radon this Summer
Airtech, the condensation, mould and radon specialist, is encouraging landlords to put in place planned maintenance over the summer period to protect their residents from the effects of radon. With …
The Implications of Lockdown on Building Maintenance
COVID-19 has caused, and continues to cause, extraordinary levels of disruption to the real estate sector and the insurance market that serves it with property owners struggling to manage and …
New energy efficient ventilation system includes plug and play CO2 sensor
Mitsubishi Electric has launched a new commercial ventilation product to help improve indoor air quality in a multitude of situations including schools, restaurants, offices, shops, hotels and factories. The LGH-RVS-E …
New Award-Winning Brochure Library for VitrA
Oxfordshire based VitrA Bathrooms has published a new library of award-winning stylish print brochures. For both their Bathroom Collection and their Designer Collection, the company has produced one brochure with …
New styles and thicknesses star in latest Ceralsio brochure
With a whole host of new styles and thicknesses added to its Ceralsio ceramic surfaces range for 2021, CRL Stone has introduced a new brochure to support the launch. Now …
Taking on the COVID Challenge
The last 16 months have proved extremely challenging with the COVID-19 pandemic. Maintaining good indoor air quality (IAQ) and reducing COVID spread are essential indoors where transmission rates are far …
Mitsubishi Electric delivers hybrid air conditioning to boutique Edinburgh hotel
Mitsubishi Electric has provided Edinburgh’s Haymarket Hub hotel with a City Multi Hybrid VRF air conditioning system to deliver energy efficient, controllable comfort. During a recent refurbishment of the hotel, …
835-Year-Old Buildings Undergo Restoration to Provide Sheltered Accommodation in County Durham
A £1.7 million renovation scheme in County Durham has transformed two 835-year-old buildings into high quality sheltered housing. The Grade II listed Thornley House and Shincliffe House buildings have been …
Brandsafe delivers safety for pizza chain in Scotland
New impact protection equipment from Brandsafe is making a tasty addition to improved levels of operational safety at an international pizza chain’s supply chain hub in Scotland. The move sees …
London Borough of Waltham Forest unveils Fellowship Square, a new cultural venue for residents in the heart of the borough
● Works to the Town Hall include restoration of original features and improvements to make the building more modern, accessible, and environmentally sustainable ● Year-round programme of cultural events launched with opening …
Pioneering school puts sustainability first
Situated in a rural forest in Norway, the new Torvbråten primary school has become Norway’s second school to achieve the highly-regarded Nordic Swan Eco-label, which is awarded for best practice in …
Works commence on Sheffield’s flagship Radisson Blu hotel development
Major work to construct Sheffield city centre’s new flagship Radisson Blu hotel, as part of the £480 million Heart of the City development programme, has begun this week. The hotel …
Housing plan is milestone for former colleagues
Plans for 73 new high quality homes in Sheffield will complete a memorable circle for two men involved in removing properties from the site over a decade ago. Steve Birch, …
The beauty of Onyx
A semi-precious stone known for its eye-catching and colourful appearance, Onyx is one of the most opulent surface choices for interiors. From worktops to bar fronts and feature walls, the …
Leeds prime offices renovation completed for ‘return to the workplace’
A major renovation programme has been completed to transform a prime office site in Leeds city centre, ahead of June’s ‘return to the workplace’ plans. The Coach Works is the result …
Creating a room of ones own as sales of garden rooms soar
Literary greats over the years have often built or repurposed garden buildings when they sought to seek solace and refuge to write, so when 1 in 3* found themselves working …
Searches for ‘Loft Conversions’ Rise by a Staggering 164% as Brits Look to Add More Space and Value to Their Homes This Summer
Market research conducted by building supply specialist Insulation4Less has revealed that searches for ‘Loft Conversions’ rose by a staggering 164% between May/June and searches for ‘Loft Conversion Ideas’ jumped by …
Wellcome Trust Plans Oversized Non-Descript Office Block in South Kensington
The Wellcome Trust has submitted a planning application to more than double the size of an office block it owns at 63-81 Pelham Street, South Kensington. Residents are urging the …
Stunning mid-century colours added to Plural bathroom collection
Turning bathrooms into a social hub is the design philosophy behind Plural – the distinctive collection of mid-century inspired furniture, designer basins, along with a complementing WC. In addition to …
Edmond Shipway to support Center Parcs’ €85m Irish expansion
Leading construction consultancy Edmond Shipway has been appointed to provide project management, cost consultancy and mechanical and electrical engineering consultancy services for the proposed €85m expansion of Center Parcs’ Longford …
Vent-Axia Offers Ways to Help Take Care of Your Lungs for ‘Love Your Lungs’ Week
Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is sharing ways to help take of your lungs and protect your household from indoor air pollution during Love Your Lungs week, which takes place …
Black Beauty porcelain is a feast for the senses
With dark shades being a strong trend in interior design, RAK Ceramics has launched Black Beauty, a new porcelain surface that brings air of sophistication and luxury to the kitchen, …
A landmark of Finnish architecture, Helsinki Central railway station opens as a design hotel – Scandic Grand Central is Eliel Saarinen´s masterpiece with an extension that respects the original
The Helsinki Central Railway Station, and its administrative buildings, are amongst Eliel Saarinen’s most important achievements in Finland and a masterpiece of Finnish art nouveau. The building, completed in 1919, …
Construction industry up £334m since pre-pandemic causing increase in demand for worker-friendly on-site storage
New research highlights that the construction industry has grown nearly 6% in early spring 2021, meaning that new work and repair and maintenance are £334m above pre-pandemic levels. The research, conducted …
Regeneration Specialist Forms New Partnership
A leading regeneration and housing specialist has formed a new partnership to support the development of 2,300 homes in South Yorkshire. Sheffield Housing Company (SHC) has appointed Esh Construction to …
New thicknesses and finishes top off the advantages of Ceralsio ceramic
Giving even more choice and freedom of design in the kitchen and bathroom, Ceralsio ceramic surfaces from CRL Stone are now available in a greater variety of thicknesses and new …
Form follows function with RAK-Des
Bringing spa-inspired luxury to the domestic bathroom, RAK-Des from RAK Ceramics is a collection that ensures this most private of spaces is as comfortable and relaxing as any of our …