Consultant Focus on the Award-Winning R32 City Multi Hybrid VRF
Since its launch the award-winning City Multi Hybrid VRF has set new standards for air conditioning. The system is especially popular in the hotel sector where its combination of high …
BUILDING PRODUCT & PROJECT NEWS
Vent-Axia Supports BEAMA’s New Ventilation White Paper
Vent-Axia, a leader in low-carbon ventilation, is delighted to support BEAMA’s updated Ventilation White Paper. Launched on 16 February 2022, BEAMA’s ‘Better Ventilation, Better Homes, Better Health’ White Paper sets …
Ceralsio cladding makes a striking, modern and long-lasting impression
Weather-proof, UV resistant and with huge kerb appeal, Ceralsio Nero makes a striking impression when used as cladding on the exterior of a property. The owners of the 1940s detached …
A regal residence by the river with Havwoods
With outstanding views overlooking the River Dee and stunning Welsh coastline, Abbotsford is the epitome of residential luxury. This impressive detached period property recently underwent a substantial renovation and extension …
Contemporary Coastal Living
Situated along the picturesque English coastline is the latest project by The Main Company. Working alongside the highly-skilled architects at Hatch + Mason, this beautiful bespoke kitchen combines contemporary coastal …
Fire Safety Work Earns Company Top Award
South Tyneside Homes has won a prestigious industry award for its approach to fire safety in residential tower blocks. The housing management company scooped Best Fire Safety Innovation at the …
Vent-Axia Hosts Webinar on How Building Regulations Will Affect Ventilation in New Build Homes
Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is to host a webinar, ‘Domestic Legislation for Ventilation’, on the recently launched Building Regulations. Aimed at housebuilders, M&E contractors, consultants and architects, the webinar will …
Herringbone parquet: A stylish wood floor that shows so much class
Sophisticated, classic but yet oh so modern too, Herringbone parquet is an on-trend flooring choice that can be chosen for practically any room with engineered boards from The Natural Wood …
Centrepoint reveal ‘first look’ at new modular home development to house 33 young homeless people in Peckham, with rent capped at ⅓ of salary
Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, has revealed a ‘first look’ at 33 new modular homes built to house young people experiencing homelessness in Peckham, London. The Reuben House …
2022 Garden Trends
Specialising in luxury interior design and sourcing opulent furniture pieces for high-end residential properties, the founder of the award-winning Juliettes Interiors talks us through her top garden trends to be …
Versilia Marble is a class act
Timeless elegance is guaranteed with Versilia Marble from RAK Ceramics, a porcelain tile that will bring an air of luxury to any setting. Inspired by the natural, effortless beauty of …
Better Buildings – SGP launches sustainability toolkit for primary schools
Local architectural practice, Stephen George + Partners LLP (SGP) is launching a free interactive toolkit to introduce primary school children to the importance of building sustainably. Focusing on building materials …
Domus Ventilation Releases Three RIBA Accredited CPD Courses on Residential Ventilation
Domus Ventilation has released three RIBA accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses on residential ventilation. The courses are designed to improve architects’ understanding of ventilation in residential new builds. Each …
Doors open for Office to home Conversion in Woking
Vicaima doors have been selected by a Surrey based contractor for new apartments in central Woking town location, converting former office space into smart contemporary living. The trend for re-imagining …
UKATA Urges Construction Industry Employers to Ensure Apprentices are Asbestos Aware During National Apprenticeship Week
This National Apprenticeship Week, a leading UK authority on asbestos training is urging employers to ensure asbestos awareness training is provided to all apprentices, to reduce the number of tradespeople …
Homebuilder launches pioneering net-zero carbon emitting housing development
An environmentally conscious homebuilder is leading the way in sustainable housing after revealing plans for its first net-zero carbon emitting development. Sixteen houses fully powered by renewable sources and smart technology …
VitrA V-Box Takes to The Airwaves
VitrA has chosen Fix Radio, a station dedicated to building, plumbing and electrical trades, to promote its innovative V-Box thermostatic shower valve installation system. The Fix Campaign is a fun, …
BRAC Projects hands over state-of-the-art incubator facility to Science Creates, in Bristol
BRAC Projects, the specialist fabrication company that provides turnkey design and furniture fabrication services across both the private and public sectors, has completed a comprehensive fit-out to 16 laboratories at Science …
Michael Grubb Studio showcases Torquay’s Royal Terrace Gardens in the best light
Set amongst the picturesque coastline of Torquay, South Devon, the Royal Terrace Gardens are a popular tourist attraction frequented by locals and visitors alike. Multi-award-winning lighting design practice Michael Grubb …
Lack of Natural Light Impacting the Nation’s Wellbeing
A lack of natural light in homes across Britain is harming the physical and mental wellbeing of the nation and creating a generation who are unhappy at home. According to …
UK construction activity expected to grow despite labour shortages and soaring material costs
– Construction workloads for the next year expected to remain positive – Builders continue to struggle getting materials or skilled workers like bricklayers to site – Despite positive outlook firms …
Building regulation changes see focus on sealant tapes for energy efficiences
New building regulations coming into force this year will require windows to be made even more airtight, says Andy Swift, sales and operations manager for ISO-Chemie. Changes to Part L …
Making outdoor spaces more versatile without ruining visual appeal
Installing an outdoor power supply can transform a site’s potential and useability, but it has to be done without compromising aesthetics. Many of the UK’s most popular tourist destinations draw …
New Report Shows Consumer Appetite for Greener Homes
A report on residential water and energy consumption has highlighted the emergence of more sustainability-orientated house buyers. Research undertaken by Triton Showers has revealed a growing clamour amongst homeowners for …
New Vertical Branch Controller adds even more flexibility to Hybrid air conditioning
Mitsubishi Electric has launched a new City Multi Vertical Hybrid Branch Controller (HBC) to offer even more flexibility of design for low refrigerant air conditioning systems. The latest addition to …
Vent-Axia Donates MVHR Unit to Pioneering Eco Couple Educating Neighbours on Ventilation
Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has donated a Sentinel Kinetic Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) unit to Tom and Jane Howson who are living in the award-winning Hanham Hall eco …
Vicaima looks west in 2022
Social change brought about by the pandemic, has seen a resurgence of interest in the quality of life afforded for living, leisure and work, both in the West of England …
Contract awarded for multi-million pound Stockport interchange development
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has awarded Willmott Dixon Construction Ltd the contract to deliver a new interchange with a rooftop park and associated residential development in Stockport town centre. …
Liquid, the recently launched collaboration with Tom Dixon, receives Best Fluid Form accolade
Soft, flowing forms, generous shapes, and a radical departure from the current trend for sharp-edged geometric pieces have won prestigious design community recognition for VitrA and leading British designer Tom …
The Other House granted permission to develop Residents’ Club in Covent Garden
Further to their May 2021 acquisition of the prestigious Wellington Block in Covent Garden, revolutionary lifestyle brand The Other House has been granted planning permission to begin transforming the island …
Increasing health and wellbeing through better indoor air quality
Hern Yau, Product Manager at Mitsubishi Electric The impact of poor indoor air quality on health has been a hidden issue for many years. Now, the COVID-19 pandemic has put …
Vicaima at the forefront of décor trends for 2022
Vicaima unveils the trends that will shape the interior design sector in 2022, reinforcing the importance of the personalisation factor in each project. The beginning of another year symbolises the …
VitrA Expands Origin with New Countertops and Vanity Units
VitrA has extended the design possibilities of the elegant Origin brassware and accessories range with a new versatile collection of modular vanity and side units along with complementing countertops. The …
How to add a power supply in an outdoor public space
The UK’s outdoor economy is stronger than ever, reflecting a public appetite for minimising the amount of time spent indoors and, for many, a re-evaluation of their appreciation of being …
Vent-Axia Provides Ventilation for Giving Back Crawley’s HQ Refurbishment
Leading British ventilation manufacturer, Vent-Axia, has donated ventilation units to local charity, Giving Back Crawley, as part of the refurbishment of its new base. A small charity that serves the …
Now is the time for a modular approach to building services
Dave Archer, National M&E Manager at Mitsubishi Electric The term ‘modular’ is increasingly heard in the construction sector, and a growing number of contractors and housebuilders are adopting a modular …
Vent-Axia Welcomes Part F of the Building Regulations
Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has welcomed the publication of new Approved Document Part F of the Building Regulations, as a “vital step to improve indoor air quality” as we move …
Powering ahead for Britain’s new relationship with the great outdoors
A detailed ONS study earlier this year revealed just how much the pandemic has changed the attitude and behaviour of Brits towards the great outdoors. In 2020, urban planners and …
Vicaima Doors promote the originality of the Pur OPorto Boutique Hotel
The solutions provided by Vicaima in the newly opened Pur Oporto Boutique Hotel add to the exclusive design of the hotel. Vicaima was chosen to bring expression to the Pur Oporto …
Supporting Aston Villa to maintain its world-class pitch
Aston Villa Football Club’s success in recent years on the pitch and the regaining of their Premier League status has been matched by their progress redeveloping the famous Villa Park …