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MDF shopfronts for new central London design and retail hub
Yes, you read that correctly MEDITE TRICOYA EXTREME (MTX) now adorns the shopfronts of over 30 high-end retail and design spaces at the new Eccleston Place hub near Victoria station, central London. However, it’s far from an ordinary MDF. When thinking ‘high-end’,...
Sustainable solutions using light responsive technology for pathways
Introducing Addagrip STARPATH, an innovative light-emitting resin bound surfacing incorporating the latest photoluminescent technology. Addagrip STARPATH transforms our resin bound surfacing systems Addaset, Addabound, Terrabound and Terrabase Rustic into light...
New book from RIBA demonstrates how to live green, affordably – introducing ZEDlife
In the latest book from RIBA Publishing, leading architect and sustainability pioneer Bill Dunster makes the case for ZEDlife – an affordable, zero-carbon and zero-waste design framework. The new book offers a timely intervention as concern for sustainability in the...
Innovative standing seam roofing from Catnic for coastal self-build eco-house
For a contemporary self-build eco-house, constructed in the grounds of a listed building, Catnic’s SSR2 Standing Seam Roofing and Cladding system has provided a sustainable, aesthetically complementary and high performance roofing solution for the harsh Scottish...
Thermally efficient Polyamide Insulation (P.i) casement window system from Comar
Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems constantly look for ways to exceed what the market demands. Current trends are for window and door systems to provide aesthetics as well as achieve environmental, security, thermal efficiency and life cycle targets. Therefore,...
Thermal Economics launches new innovative product, Alreflex Full Fill for cavity wall constructions
Continuing with its commitment to achieving industry recognised accreditation for its technical products designed for the construction industry, Thermal Economics is pleased to announce that the BBA has certified its Alreflex Full Fill insulation for cavity wall...
Design team for new school building puts Catnic top of the class
After considering traditional standing seam metal roof options, the design team for a new school building in Norwich specified Catnic’s steel SSR2 Standing Seam Roofing and Cladding system. The system proved fast to install and has created a contemporary, low...
Green and Blue: Joined up thinking at roof level to reduce flood risk
Back in 2000 the roofing industry got behind the emerging demand for green roofing, which was being significantly lead by the London Borough Planning Offices, the Mayor’s ‘London Plan’ and organisations such as livingroofs.org. (Article as published in Specification...
Stunning handcrafted planters designed to last with MEDITE TRICOYA EXTREME
Owing to the durable MEDITE TRICOYA EXTREME (MTX) panels from which they’re made, Oxford Planters handcrafted planters are both long-lasting and flawless in their finish. “Our planters are a long-standing investment not a changeable accessory,” says Sarah, Director...
Comar, the importance of time critical delivery
As a leading British firm with systems designed for the British commercial fenestration market, Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems has been in business for forty years. Comar is 100% British and privately owned this means that Comar, in the current prevailing...
New ISO-CHEMIE portal for fenestration installers and specifiers
A new online resource from ISO CHEMIE provides improved access to a range of sealant tape related project services and special tools for fenestration installers, retailers, designers and architects. The secure ISO-PORTAL at www.iso-chemie.co.uk is the latest...
A uniform refurbishment for GEZE UK
GEZE UK responded to the call “to be the best” as part of a three-year, multi-million pound make-over, of the National Army Museum, in London – making it more accessible and providing enhanced visitor facilities. The reconfiguration of its 1970 and 80’s interior has...