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Combining old and new in a unique composition created from two dramatically reimagined Victorian roofs, Heatherwick Studio’s Coal Drops Yard retail scheme forms the heart of the King’s Cross regeneration.... View Article
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Futurebuild 2019: addressing architects’ challenges
Futurebuild, the new name for Ecobuild, remains the leading event for architects and specifiers to meet and learn, be inspired, and do business, adding new features for 2019 Futurebuild 2019... View Article
White Arkitekter Creates a Space for Everyone with 65-Metre Public ‘sofa’ in Uppsala, Sweden
Uppsala’s Forumtorget square has been revitalised with the creation of a 65 metre-long public ‘sofa’ designed by White Arkitekter. Designed to provide space for rest and social interaction, the linear... View Article
How will we heat our homes if we can’t rely on gas?
Patrick Mooney explores the alternatives to traditional heating At a recent housing conference I heard an expert warn his audience that we better get used to heating our homes with... View Article
WilkinsonEyre and Morphis win international design competition at Shenzhen Bay, China
Architect WilkinsonEyre and landscape architect Morphis, have won a major international competition for a 6.3ha urban design and masterplan project in the Greater Bay area of Shenzhen, southeastern China. Commissioned... View Article
Barr Gazetas completes first dedicated co-working and flexible office space for The Crown Estate
London architecture practice Barr Gazetas has completed One Heddon Street, an elegant new flexible workspace in the heart of the West End. Situated on the corner of Regent Street, in... View Article
L&Q acts to address construction industry’s image problem following startling new research
Less than one in ten young people would consider a career in construction, even though more than half are interested in subjects that qualify them for the industry, new research... View Article
BBA opens new office in Dublin
The British Board of Agrément, the UK’s leading construction products certification body, has opened an office in Dublin (BBA EU), creating employment opportunities in the city and allowing it to... View Article
A traffic-free vision for London’s historic Strand Aldwych
Consultation is now open on ambitious plans by Westminster City Council, supported by LDA Design, to transform the Strand in Aldwych, one of London’s most famous streets, into a safer... View Article
The Former Shredded Wheat Factory scheme secures panning consent
ZM Land & Capital and Metropolitan Thames Valley have secured planning approval for their 1,000,000 ft² mixed use scheme including 1,440 flats and 150,000 ft² of commercial space, known as... View Article
Bohlin Cywinski Jackson Completes Colorado School of Mines, CoorsTek Centre for Applied Science & Engineering
The new CoorsTek Centre at the Colorado School of Mines – an education and research facility dedicated to connecting students, faculty, researchers, and industry professionals – designed by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson in association... View Article
First concept designs released for London Centre for Music Project as next steps announced
The Barbican, London Symphony Orchestra and Guildhall School of Music & Drama have today released the first concept designs for their project to create a world class Centre for Music... View Article
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Anniversary sculpture competition will pay tribute to Richard Brundle MBE
A leading wholesaler has kick-started its 130th anniversary by offering one lucky artist a £10,000 commission to produce an eye-catching and commemorative sculpture. F.H. Brundle has announced plans to run... View Article
Rainguard Aluminium – the perfect match for Grade II listed church
Needing to replace an old cast iron rainwater system, Hatherlow Church’s list of “must haves” was not a small one. Elder of the Church, Mat Simpson explained, “Hatherlow Church is... View Article
Uncover the unique versatility of wedi’s products and systems
Book a RIBA approved CPD today to learn about the 30+ years proven, 100 per cent waterproof German engineered CE marked shower system that is mould resistant, low emission, eco-friendly,... View Article
Evinox Energy supply Canary Wharf’s new district, Wood Wharf
A new urban district is being created in London’s Canary Wharf, which when complete will feature up to 3,600 new homes, a GP’s surgery, a two form primary school for... View Article
Stylish conversion of three Listed buildings are up for an award
Developer Thomas Homes, has spearheaded the restoration of the buildings on the University of Reading’s London Road Campus. The most noteworthy among them is the Grade II* Listed St David’s... View Article
Stannah passenger lift rebuilds access in restoration of the Chapel, Royal Victoria Country Park
The Chapel at Royal Victoria Country Park is open to the public following a £3.5m restoration—with access for people of all mobilities supplied by a Stannah passenger lift. Opened by Queen... View Article
Bauder to showcase its sustainability solutions at Futurebuild
Flat roof manufacturer, Bauder, will once again be returning to Futurebuild at the ExCEL in March. After the success of last years’ exhibition, Bauder is thrilled to be returning to... View Article
Cladding creates a calming appearance
The new state-of-the-art 65 bed Cygnet Hospital mental health facility in Maidstone has been clad in Abet Laminati’s MEG exterior grade laminate. Purpose-built to meet the latest national specifications for... View Article
Let’s get creative – Soundtect acoustics set you free
UK based acoustic solutions manufacturer and supplier Soundtect, recently announced the launch of their freestyle product range, a lightweight, semi rigid sound absorbing panel that can be used in a... View Article
Dresser adds precision
Dresser Mouldings, one of the UK’s largest bespoke timber manufacturers specialising in quality, bespoke timber mouldings, is now offering Sansin Precision Coat factory finishes. Sansin’s Precision Coat products have been... View Article
New staircase impact sound insulation system from Schöck
In the UK, Schöck is best known for its market leading Isokorb structural thermal break range (thermal insulation); but in Europe, insulating stairs and landings against impact sound (acoustic insulation)... View Article
DIY resin bound driveways made simple
SUDwell™ the Resin Bonded Slab Company were one of the first to offer resin bound surfacing solutions in the UK, and have unrivalled experience in the industry. Now SUDwell™ are... View Article