Look behind the facade: Not all fibre cement cladding is the same

Fibre cement cladding could be viewed as a fairly homogenous building material. This versatile and durable building material is made of Porland cement, cellulose, sand, synthetic fibres and water, allowing for strong and high-performance cladding. But there are vital variations [...]

VELUX launches Standard glass rooflight for flat roof projects

A new mid-range glass rooflight designed to bridge the gap between plastic domes and premium glass. The VELUX Standard glass rooflight is built for the middle of the market. Suited to residential renovations, extensions, public buildings and spaces where premium [...]

The Five Key Principles of Low-Energy Buildings

By Roly Ward, head of business development at MEDITE SMARTPLY Creating low-energy buildings requires more than isolated upgrades; it begins deep within the fabric and foundations of the building itself. As the Future Homes Standard approaches and Building Regulations place [...]

Beyond the block

The construction industry is under increasing pressure to deliver more from the buildings it creates. Homes and commercial buildings alike are expected to be more energy efficient, lower carbon, durable and cost-effective than ever before. At the same time, designers, [...]

First wave of council housebuilding funding announced with 60% allocation for social rent

The first phase of funding from the Government's Social & Affordable Housing Programme has been announced, but with only a proportion allocated to be social rent, rather than 100% as the Prime Minister had pledged before he came into office. [...]

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Concrete bricks’ sustainable role

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RMI in coastal areas: a case study

What does it take to re-roof a large, complex residential development in an exposed coastal location, without displacing the people who live there? At New Road Court Apartments in Porthcawl,... View Article

An innovative off-site construction solution

FP McCann’s Structural Precast Concrete Frame division is delivering an innovative off-site construction solution for the new Overstone Gate Primary School in Northampton. Working alongside Steele & Bray, pHp Architects... View Article

Premier Marble: For those who insist on quality

At Premier Marble, exceptional fireplaces begin with exceptional materials. Defined by craftsmanship, proportion and timeless design, each piece is created to bring a sense of permanence and understated luxury to... View Article

New Era begins at Vicaima Limited

One of Europe’s key joinery manufacturers, the Vicaima Group, have announced the appointment of Patrick Guest as Vicaima Limited’s Managing Director. Responsible for its operations and activities throughout the United... View Article

Sloping abutments in brick, block or stone

Combined ready-moulded DPC cavity wall protection with attached roof flashing, featuring an adjustable Type X Cavitray to suit all cavity widths. Ready to use – eliminating the need for cutting,... View Article
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