Perforated cladding panels like no other from Proteus Facades have helped to transform a defunct 1980s structure in the heart of London into a visually striking, contemporary commercial office space. Once described as unwelcoming and foreboding, York House in Kings… Continue Reading →

Residents living in the refurbished ‘Boat Blocks’ high rise apartments in Duddeston, Birmingham, are reaping the benefits of new ventilation systems from EnviroVent as part of a major refurbishment project. The Boat Blocks, owned by Birmingham City Council, consist of… Continue Reading →

The Kingspan OPTIM-R Flooring System has been fitted as part of a landmark development of luxurious apartments facing on to the new central square in the sustainable community of Poundbury. Built on Duchy of Cornwall land, the urban extension has… Continue Reading →

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal officially opened Ashford Borough Council’s new £7.5m Danemore sheltered housing scheme in Tenterden on Wednesday 12 February. Prior to unveiling a commemorative plaque, Her Royal Highness was introduced to a number of dignitaries, including… Continue Reading →

Futurebuild and BRE have announced the shortlisted entries for this year’s Big Innovation Pitch, industry’s largest call-out for innovation to date. Covering each of the six sections of the event which takes place from 03 to 05 March at ExCeL… Continue Reading →

Construction contractor, Krol Corlett, has successfully completed a stringent audit process to be awarded FIRAS accreditation for the installation of timber fire doors. The respected accreditation adds to a wide range of industry approvals for Krol Corlett as the company… Continue Reading →

Ibstock Brick has been listed as a finalist in the ‘Best Brick Supplier’ category at the first-ever Homebuilding and Renovating Awards. The awards have been launched to celebrate excellence and innovation right across the construction supply chain – highlighting organisations… Continue Reading →

~ How composite windows and doors can boost energy efficiency ~ As part of the tenth annual World Green Building Week, which took place in September 2019, the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) issued a bold vision for how buildings… Continue Reading →