One of the most important elements of modern building materials is thermal performance, which is measured in terms of heat loss. In the construction industry this is commonly expressed as a U-value or even sometimes an R-value. U-value calculations will… Continue Reading →

The heating efficiency of a 1870s three floor semi-detached house in south east London is set to be dramatically improved as a result of the introduction of Spacetherm WL insulation. The challenge of dealing with heating inefficiencies, major heat loss… Continue Reading →

Comunal Taller de Arquitectura has been announced the winner of the AR Emerging Architecture awards 2019, along with two Highly Commended practices – Estudio MMX and Estúdio Gustavo Utrabo – and the joint winners of the Peter Davey Prize, TAKA… Continue Reading →

Ibstock Brick has joined forces with the Architectural Association School of Architecture (AA) to look at the important role that brick plays in helping to create buildings and spaces that can transform communities and inspire people to work and live… Continue Reading →

Todays’ historic result must draw a line under years of crippling uncertainty that has been so toxic for UK construction, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in response to the General Election result. Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the… Continue Reading →