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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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