Screen test

In creating a unique digital art school for Manchester, Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios enlivened windowless facades with a giant LED screen displaying students’ work, surrounded by bespoke, pleated aluminium. James Parker reports The Manchester Metropolitan University School of Digital Arts... View Article

Quantum Flooring a Winner in CFJ/CFA Awards

LISTEN HERE The CFJ/CFA Awards are always a highlight of the Flooring Industry calendar, giving those in the industry a chance to meet with, and celebrate, our colleagues from across the UK. This year, it was held on the 9th... View Article

CaberDek Weatherproofs Flooring with Protective Film

CaberDek, from West Fraser (Trading as Norbord), is ideally suited to the UK’s unpredictable climate, being that it combines the company’s market leading particleboard flooring with a tough, waterproof and slip-resistant film. Compliant with BS EN312: part 5, CaberDek creates a safe... View Article

Troldtekt v-line is cutting edge

LISTEN HERE Troldtekt’s award-winning ‘design solutions’ range has been extended with the addition of the new v-line variant. v-line 1way and v-line 2way both comprise panels with either 6 or 10 longitudinal grooves milled into the surface of standard 25mm... View Article

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen has died at the age of 96 after a reign of 70 years. A statement from the King said: “The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me... View Article

Raising the roof at BAFTA

James Parker reviews the inspired remake of BAFTA’s headquarters in London’s West End, directed by Benedetti Architects and featuring bigger roles for original period features and some startling glazing innovation The story of how an architect and a national cultural... View Article

A warm welcome

With sustainability at the core of the brief for a multi-purpose building at the Royal Horticultural Society’s new garden in Salford, Hodder+Partners went to town with timber, with award-winning results. Roseanne Field speaks to Stephen Hodder RHS Garden Bridgewater, the... View Article

A. Proctor Group RIBA approved CPD seminar collection

The A. Proctor Group, synonymous with technically advanced thermal, acoustic and membrane solutions for the construction industry, has further extended its RIBA Approved CPD seminar collection. Aimed at architects, specifiers and contractors, attendees will receive technical advice from A. Proctor... View Article

New MOY CPD “Achieving Zero Leaks”

LISTEN HERE 🔊 MOY are pleased to announce the new RIBA approved CPD entitled Achieving Zero Leaks. This CPD presentation aims to support specifiers and designers on achieving long lasting, compliant and sustainable roofs, with problem free, zero leak solutions.... View Article

BBA Accreditation for Delta MS 500 Fire Retardant

LISTEN HERE 🔊 We’re delighted to announce our Delta MS 500 Fire Retardant, Type C (basement/below ground waterproofing membrane) has been awarded BBA accreditation. The Delta MS 500 Fire Retardant is the only Fire Retardant, Type C Membrane with BBA accreditation... View Article

Q-railing UK CPD: Specifiers Guide to Frameless Glass Balustrade

Q-railing UK, who specialise in premium branded stainless steel and glass balustrade and handrail systems, will present their recently updated “Specifiers Guide to Frameless Glass Balustrade” in Manchester on 22nd September. Their railing components are cleverly engineered for easy and quick installation... View Article

EWI fire testing CPD launched for architects and specifiers

A new CPD has been launched to help architects and specifiers improve their understanding of the fire safety considerations that must be made when specifying External Wall Insulation (EWI) systems. The Reaction to Fire – Everything You Need to Consider When Choosing Façade... View Article

Pendock Linea building linings – The perfect finish

The Pendock Linea range of building linings had its origins more than 20 years ago, when the name was first applied to Pendock’s perimeter casings, which were being widely specified to conceal HVAC systems, electrical and other interior building services.... View Article