Architecture, Design & Innovation: 2022

Wednesday, 7 December 2022

Concave sliding door creates unique curved garage space in redevelopment project

Concave sliding door creates unique curved garage space in redevelopment project: The Rundum Original side sliding door is automated using two door-mounted MZ4 drives which are custom made to automate these bespoke doors.

Saturday, 19 November 2022

Modern WC flushes could save four billion litres of water per year says UWLA on World Toilet Day

Modern WC flushes could save four billion litres of water per year says UWLA on World Toilet Day: Water guzzling WC’s, maybe as many as 300 million across Europe are wasting around 4 billion litres of water per year, says the UWLA on World Toilet Day.

Friday, 29 July 2022

Connecting the outdoor environment

Outdoor public spaces are more ‘connected’ than ever. EV charging points are being installed to support the electric car revolution, public WIFI zones are commonplace and digital information and signage …

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Monday, 25 July 2022

How have June’s Changes to Part L Effected Window Specification?

On the 15th June 2022, interim changes to building regulations came into force as a step towards The Future Homes and Building Standard. NorDan’s Commercial Sales Manager Sonia Travis examines …

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VitrA Expands Sales Team Again

VitrA, one of the leading bathroom manufacturers has expanded its sales team once again this time with two more members of staff. Anne-Marie Newman joins as a Contracts Manager for …

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Wednesday, 20 July 2022

Hot Designs In Cool Metal

Metallic effects with natural tones and textures stimulate the creativity of interior design lovers. A distinctive and impactful choice that transforms spaces adding trend-setting character and sophistication. Key elements that act as focal …

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Thursday, 14 July 2022

Focussing on the Future: Domus Ventilation Launches Net Zero Roadmap

Domus Ventilation, manufacturer of market-leading ventilation systems that save energy and improve indoor air quality, has released its Net Zero Roadmap in time for Net Zero Week. Net Zero Week …

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Monday, 11 July 2022

ELLE Decoration Award for VitrA and Tom Dixon

The Liquid range by VitrA and Tom Dixon, which is inspired by pop art and Victorian bathrooms, has won another award, this time in the prestigious EDIDA 2022 awards. The …

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BE-ST and UKGBC Scotland team up on joint sustainability mission

Built Environment – Smarter Transformation (BE-ST) has announced a new partnership with the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC Scotland), with a shared ambition to radically improve the sustainability of the …

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Tuesday, 5 July 2022

Vent-Axia Encourages and Supports Hand-Dryer Enthusiast with Work Experience

Crawley-based Vent-Axia has been working with Surrey Choices, an organisation that helps disabled people and those with support needs, to provide work experience for 19-year-old Gabriel Hogan. Gabriel is taking …

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Perega delivers safe solution for Windrush Memorial

Perega, one of the UK’s leading independent structural and civil engineering practices, recently delivered essential design consultancy for the new Windrush Monument at Waterloo Station, which was unveiled last week …

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Monday, 4 July 2022

A stunning look inside and out for Leamington Spa home renovation

When the Kandola family embarked on the renovation of their late Victorian semi-detached property in Royal Leamington Spa, they were keen to incorporate high quality materials throughout. While the property …

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Lime-based Mortars, Renders and Plasters – preserving the past.

Lime has a long history of being used in the construction and repair of historic buildings. 6000 years to be precise when in 4000BC, the Egyptians used lime to plaster …

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Lime-based Mortars, Renders and Plasters – preserving the past.

Lime-based Mortars, Renders and Plasters – preserving the past.: Lime has a long history of being used in the construction and repair of historic buildings. 6000 years to be precise when in 4000BC, the Egyptians used lime...

Thursday, 30 June 2022

Mechanical Ventilation Delivering Fresh, Clean Air

Mechanical Ventilation Delivering Fresh, Clean Air: Mitsubishi Electric's range of mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR) systems provide the ideal solution for buildings of all shapes and sizes.

Vicaima design bowls them over at The Heyford Hotel

A new and stylish Boutique Hotel at the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside has specified Vicaima trend setting door designs to compliment the mood of its relaxing and entertaining interiors. …

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Wednesday, 29 June 2022

When does cost outweigh conservation?

Paul Trace of Stella Rooflight discusses the importance of maintaining the historical integrity of buildings during an economic downturn. It’s hard to imagine a tougher economic climate. Having emerged from …

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Monday, 27 June 2022

Vent-Axia Welcomes New Infection Resilient Environments Report

Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has welcomed a recent report on infection resilient environments, by the National Engineering Policy Centre (NEPC), which calls for a major upgrade of buildings to create healthier indoor …

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How to add an outdoor power supply without compromising a site’s aesthetics

Historic sites, such as castles and stately homes, are a big draw for tourists who are often keen to visit to see the architecture, heritage, gardens and settings that they’ve …

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Wednesday, 15 June 2022

Multi-Sensor Fire Alarms: four things you may not know

Optical detectors may be the number one fire detector in the market today, but the popularity of Multi-Sensors has increased dramatically over recent years and prices have fallen, making them …

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Advanced Welcomes Fire Safety Guidance for New High-Rise Residential Buildings

Fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has welcomed the amended Approved Document B of the Building Regulations as a “positive step in the right direction to improve fire safety in new …

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iF Gold Award for VitrA

The iF Awards are one of the most prestigious in the world of product design. VitrA Bathrooms has been awarded a Gold iF Design Award in the 2022 competition for …

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Vent-Axia Shares Tips to Love your Lungs and Stay Healthy this Clean Air Day

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is sharing tips on how to love your lungs on Clean Air Day on Thursday 16 June 2022. Clean Air Day is led by environmental …

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Sunday, 12 June 2022

Mechanical Ventilation Delivering Fresh, Clean Air

With a greater focus on health in our workplaces and homes, the issue of indoor air quality (IAQ) is gaining more attention. Building services professionals play a key role in …

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National Ventilation Designs and Supplies Ventilation to London Landmark, The Golden Hinde

National Ventilation, a leading UK-based ventilation manufacturer, has designed and supplied a ventilation system for the Golden Hinde, a full-size reconstruction of the English galleon captained by Sir Francis Drake on …

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Friday, 10 June 2022

Clean Air Day 2022: we all have a role to play

Article By Domus Ventilation We are in the midst of a health crises, but most of us are unaware of it. The Government’s Clean Air Strategy 2019 puts air pollution …

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Wednesday, 8 June 2022

Nittan fire detection system installed at mixed use development on Emirates Stadium site

Nittan Europe, a leading manufacturer of conventional and addressable fire detection products, has had its Evolution analogue addressable fire detection system installed throughout Ashburton Triangle, situated on the Emirates Stadium …

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Tuesday, 7 June 2022

BINGO! EcoRight colour matches mortar on new HQ for Europe’s biggest online gaming company

The new headquarters of Tombola has modern and technologically advanced open-plan offices on the first and second floors, and a three-storey-high atrium which will flood natural light throughout the glazed …

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VitrA Launches Root Bathroom Furniture

Three distinct styles (Flat, Groove and Classic), seventeen choices of colour, and three vanity basins make Root, a new highly versatile bathroom range from VitrA, a winning choice for all …

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Monday, 30 May 2022

Perth city centre church transformed into new civic space

Pop Up Power Supplies® has provided outdoor power distribution units for a £2 million redevelopment project in the centre of Perth, which has transformed the redundant St Paul’s church from …

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Vent-Axia’s Award-Winning MEV Range now Available in Recycled Plastic

Industry ventilation leader and innovator Vent-Axia has launched its award-winning Lo-Carbon™ Multivent mechanical extract ventilation (MEV) range in recycled plastic, making sustainable attainable for housebuilders. Leading UK ventilation, this move to manufacturing …

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Friday, 27 May 2022

Mitsubishi Electric to Expand Production Capacity at A/C Base in Turkey

Mitsubishi Electric has announced today that it will invest 1.44 billion Turkish lira (89.6 million GBP) in a new plant at Mitsubishi Electric Air Conditioning Systems Manufacturing Turkey Joint Stock Company …

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Wednesday, 25 May 2022

National Ventilation Holds Bake Sale to Raise Money for Young Lives vs Cancer

National Ventilation, a leading UK-based ventilation manufacturer and supplier, held a bake sale in their office to raise money for Young Lives vs Cancer. The ventilation company raised a total …

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The National Trust TRUSTS EcoRight to provide lime-based products for conservation and restoration at Basildon Park

Basildon Park is set in over 400 acres of manicured gardens and beautiful parkland. Surrounding it all is the boundary wall that is the subject of restoration work by AF …

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Demand for Open Plan Living Rises in Post-Pandemic Landscape

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge impact on how we work, how we shop, and how we socialise. And now, it’s affecting our property preferences, too. A Berkshire-based firm, …

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Sunday, 22 May 2022

Vent-Axia Hosts Webinar on How Building Regulations Will Affect Ventilation in Domestic Retrofit

Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is to host a webinar, ‘Domestic Retrofit Legislation and Guidance for Ventilation’, on the recently launched Building Regulations. Aimed at electricians, contractors, installers and electrical wholesalers, …

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Vent-Axia Hosts Webinar on How Building Regulations Will Affect Ventilation in Domestic Retrofit

Vent-Axia Hosts Webinar on How Building Regulations Will Affect Ventilation in Domestic Retrofit: As buildings become more air tight to improve efficiency, in both new build and domestic retrofit, it is crucial to consider indoor air quality (IAQ)...

Imaginative and integrated interior design, Vicaima makes it real!

Vicaima, as one of the leading European exponents of contemporary joinery solutions, including interiors doors, doorsets, wall panels and associated furniture products, have just introduced a new brand for professionals …

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Infinity - Imaginative and integrated interior design, Vicaima makes it real!

Infinity - Imaginative and integrated interior design, Vicaima makes it real!: No longer constrained by conventional limitations, Infinity provides scope for interior design professionals to think beyond what they thought was possible...

Monday, 16 May 2022

Keeping Schools Healthy

As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, rates in schools are affecting children’s education as well as the health of both pupils and staff. It’s vital to reduce cases in schools, …

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Monday, 9 May 2022

Social Housing Building Regulations Webinar to Set Out Changes to Ventilation in Existing Homes

Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is hosting a webinar aimed at the social housing sector on the recently launched Building Regulations. ‘Domestic Retrofit Legislation and Guidance for Ventilation’, will update delegates …

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Sunday, 8 May 2022

VitrA London Expands Specification Team

VitrA Bathrooms has appointed Rebecca Lowe as a Specification Executive. Rebecca is based at VitrA London, the bathroom brand’s striking flagship showroom and creative hub in Clerkenwell, London. Rebecca joins …

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UKGBC publish guide to accelerate industry action on commercial retrofit

The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has published a guide to support industry to retrofit the UK’s poorly performing commercial buildings. Retrofitting our existing commercial buildings is critical to meeting forthcoming government …

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Wednesday, 27 April 2022

Designer and Lifestyle Blogger Completes Renovation of Chalet-Style Cabin on Minnesota Lake

Once an early 70s kit home, the Minne Stuga House is now a weekend retreat and vacation rental bathed in natural light and clad in sustainable Kebony wood. Hidden away …

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Improved Safe Digging in Construction Futureproofs UK’s Pipelines

2021 Infringement Report highlights data as key influencer in protecting industry The number of incidents of construction workers and developers working too close to high pressure oil, gas, and chemical …

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Vent-Axia’s PureAir Home PIV Eliminates Condensation in Problem Home

A PureAir Home from leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has proven to be the perfect solution in a home suffering from severe condensation. The Lo-Carbon PureAir Home Positive Input Ventilation …

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Vent-Axia’s PureAir Home PIV Eliminates Condensation in Problem Home

Vent-Axia’s PureAir Home PIV Eliminates Condensation in Problem Home: Designed to improve IAQ and prevent moisture build-up, the PureAir Home offers a highly effective solution to control condensation and mould, as well as...

Specifying durability and longevity in outdoor power distribution units

Any products designed to be used in external environments should be able to stand the test of time and cope with the demands of extreme weather conditions – from sub-zero …

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Monday, 25 April 2022

Manrose’s Quiet Fan X5 Helps Meet Demand for Quiet Products

A recent National Noise Report from Quiet Mark found that more than half of adults want a quieter home. The Quiet Mark National Noise Report: Household & Workplace Pandemic-Recovery Survey …

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Friday, 22 April 2022

Domus Ventilation Exhibits at Specifi Events Across the UK & Ireland in 2022

This year, Domus Ventilation is pleased to announce it is exhibiting at even more Specifi Mechanical Services events than ever before. Three shows – in Bristol, Manchester and Birmingham – …

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Construction work begins on new £140m plasterboard plant in Bristol

Due to open in 2023, construction work has now begun on Etex’s new plasterboard facility, which will double production capacity for its Siniat brand and help to tackle sector-wide materials shortages. The 57,000m2 expansion …

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Warehouse Safety: Pedestrian Barriers for Effective Protection

Warehouse Safety: Pedestrian Barriers for Effective Protection: Choosing the right pedestrian barriers not only improves safety but also supports operational performance for warehouse operators looking to mitigate risk...

Construction work begins on new £140m plasterboard plant in Bristol

Construction work begins on new £140m plasterboard plant in Bristol: Due to open in 2023, construction work has now begun on Etex’s new plasterboard facility, which will double production capacity for its Siniat brand and help...

Transforming Teesside’s housing choice

A North East construction and regeneration specialist is starting work on a supported housing village in Redcar. Vistry Partnerships North East has secured planning consent and agreed contracts for the …

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Warehouse Safety: Barriers for Effective Protection

Article by Paul Roehricht, UK strategic account manager, Brandsafe Choosing the right pedestrian barriers not only improves safety but also supports operational performance for warehouse operators looking to mitigate risk. …

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Transforming Teesside's housing choice

Transforming Teesside's housing choice: The Kirkleatham Green development offers a unique and innovative solution to the housing challenge on Teesside, delivering housing options for all..

Thursday, 21 April 2022

Vent-Axia Launches Certified Building Regulations CPD For New Build Homes

Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has launched a certified CPD ‘Domestic Legislation for Ventilation’ on the revised Building Regulations, following the company’s successful webinars on the topic. Certified by The CPD …

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Vent-Axia Launches Certified Building Regulations CPD For New Build Homes

Vent-Axia Launches Certified Building Regulations CPD For New Build Homes: 'Domestic Legislation for Ventilation’ CPD has been launched to help housebuilders working in the new build residential sector comply with the new Regulations.

Wednesday, 20 April 2022

Domus Ventilation welcomes Jessica Cook to the role of General Manager

Domus Ventilation, manufacturer of market-leading ventilation systems that save energy and improve indoor air quality, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jessica Cook as General Manager. Jessica joined Domus …

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Tuesday, 19 April 2022

City Multi Hybrid VRF – The Modern Alternative

As F-gas regulations become tighter, designing an efficient and effective air conditioning system is becoming more complex. The need for a cost-effective system with a low carbon footprint, alongside greater …

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City Multi Hybrid VRF - The Modern Alternative

City Multi Hybrid VRF - The Modern Alternative: A Hybrid VRF system can help you meet sustainability criteria, with HVRF using lower GWP R32 refrigerant and heat recovery also being up to 30% more efficient..

How to specify outdoor power distribution units to meet anticipated demand

Adding a power supply infrastructure to an outdoor public space, such as a courtyard or enclosed garden, is an excellent way to unlock the potential for holding events and creating …

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Tackling net zero: There’s no ‘silver-bullet’ solution to low carbon heating

Russell Dean, Head of Residential Heating, Mitsubishi Electric The question of how we heat our housing stock sustainably is crucial. As it stands, 13% of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions …

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Tackling net zero: There’s no ‘silver-bullet’ solution to low carbon heating

Tackling net zero: There’s no ‘silver-bullet’ solution to low carbon heating: The question of how we heat our housing stock sustainably is crucial. As it stands, 13% of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions are caused by domestic heating.

Tuesday, 12 April 2022

Affordable City living by Bellway, with Vicaima door design flair

Vicaima are pleased to have been chosen to supply the latest on-trend interior doors, to specialist residential developer, Bellway Homes; for an affordable luxury urban apartment project in the heart …

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New Vicaima Wardrobe catalogue - Transforming Spaces with Creativity and Organisation

New Vicaima Wardrobe catalogue - Transforming Spaces with Creativity and Organisation: We are excited to share with you the new Vicaima Wardrobe catalogue. Designed to meet the demands of various sectors of activity, from housing, hospitality...

Tuesday, 5 April 2022

Launch of new guidance on net zero carbon definition

Launch of new guidance on net zero carbon definition:

To deliver real progress on net zero, we need to develop a common understanding of what it means for buildings, in practice and in detail...

Phoenix Brickwork reveals plan to build state-of-the-art training academy in Derbyshire

Fast growing national brickwork, scaffolding and drywall business, Phoenix Brickwork, has announced its intention to create a state-of-the-art training academy for apprentices in Derbyshire. Chairman of Phoenix Brickwork, Christian Watson, …

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Large format bespoke Stella Rooflight enhances sensitive Grade II listed home renovation

Large format bespoke Stella Rooflight enhances sensitive Grade II listed home renovation: The cottage, originally part of the nearby Beechwood estate, was listed Grade II in 1987. The renovation works included the complete replacement of the rotting 1970’s lean-to conservatory structure, and the additional of a new living space, hallway and entrance.

Phoenix Brickwork reveals plan to build state-of-the-art training academy in Derbyshire

Phoenix Brickwork reveals plan to build state-of-the-art training academy in Derbyshire: The Phoenix Brickwork Training Academy will invest in young people who have a passion to work in scaffolding, drylining and bricklaying...

Large format bespoke Stella Rooflight enhances sensitive Grade II listed home renovation

Set in 10 acres of surrounding countryside in an isolated location some 2 miles from the village of Markyate, Nr St Albans, Little Woodend Cottage forms the south part of …

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Sunday, 3 April 2022

Introducing Pin Yard. New stylish build-to-rent development launching just minutes walk from Leeds city centre

The UK’s largest listed provider of private rental homes, Grainger plc, is expanding its portfolio of build to rent properties in Leeds, with a stylish new residential development, Pin Yard, …

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Introducing Pin Yard. New stylish build-to-rent development launching just minutes walk from Leeds city centre

Introducing Pin Yard. New stylish build-to-rent development launching just minutes walk from Leeds city centre: Pin Yard provides an excellent solution for those looking for a lovely home with additional amenities in the creative centre of Leeds...

Wednesday, 30 March 2022

What did the Romans ever do for us?

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Lime is one of the great survivors in building materials. The many reasons for using lime are still valid today

Lime is one of the great survivors in building materials. The many reasons for using lime are still valid today: One of their many achievements was to introduce ecologically-sound building materials in the form of lime which they used to build structurally complicated forms such as The Pantheon and The Colosseum.

These monumental structures still stand after 2000 years of corrosion and natural disasters, making lime one of the great survivors in building materials. The many reasons for using lime are still valid today...

Launch of new guidance on net zero carbon definition

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Sunday, 27 March 2022

Eight benefits of using lime mortar in building works

Eight benefits of using lime mortar in building works: Today lime is central to the repair and maintenance of historic, heritage and traditional buildings which demand highly flexible, breathable, and durable building materials. But the use of lime in modern buildings is fast growing as the ecological and environmental qualities of lime is increasingly desirable and indeed, demanded in eco-focussed building projects. Lime also offers scope for precise colour matching of brick, stone, or other adjacent materials, and can be used successfully alongside other green materials such as hemp or straw bales...

Shedding some light on the new Part L Building Regulations

Shedding some light on the new Part L Building Regulations: A major part of the UK’s commitment to meeting its targets for carbon reduction is being driven by a tightening of the Building Regulations surrounding energy efficiency standards for homes...

Shedding some light on the new Part L Building Regulations

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Vent-Axia Invests in New Training Suite for NICEIC Courses

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Friday, 18 March 2022

Eight benefits of using lime mortar in building works

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Domus Ventilation MVHR Systems Prove Ideal Retrofit Solution for London Rental Development

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Thursday, 17 March 2022

Preserving the Past and Protecting the Future

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Gloriously Green

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New Vicaima Wardrobe catalogue – Transforming Spaces with Creativity and Organisation

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Wednesday, 9 March 2022

Homebuilder makes business case for sustainability

Homebuilder makes business case for sustainability: “Placemakers’ emphasis on sustainability means that we deliver built assets that are already a decade ahead in terms of their environmental credentials,

Homebuilder makes business case for sustainability

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A Beacon of Light

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VitrA appoints new contract sales manager

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Beautiful Blues

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UKGBC welcomes the CCC’s Independent Assessment of the UK’s Heat and Buildings Strategy

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Tuesday, 8 March 2022

Constructing Excellence Midlands Launches Infrastructure Forum

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Monday, 7 March 2022

Breathing Buildings Provides Hybrid Ventilation to Oceansgate in Plymouth

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Thursday, 3 March 2022

DBR awarded Crystal Palace Subway restoration contract

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Sculptural Elegance

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Tuesday, 1 March 2022

National Ventilation Offers Guidance on New Part F of the Building Regulations

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Putting safety and security first when specifying outdoor power distribution units

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VitrA Launches Exciting and Wide-ranging Root Brassware Range

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Sunday, 27 February 2022

Pharos brings the Sways building to life through light

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New construction industry report reveals poor building material supply chains are main barrier to achieving net zero

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Friday, 25 February 2022

Work begins on £9.7 million affordable housing scheme in Norfolk

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Consultant Focus on the Award-Winning R32 City Multi Hybrid VRF

Consultant Focus on the Award-Winning R32 City Multi Hybrid VRF: R32 City Multi Hybrid VRF really has become the modern alternative to traditional heating and cooling methods.