New lifecycle assessment finds that, in the assessed scenarios, timber-based façades and window frames have lower cradle-to-grave carbon footprints than aluminum, steel and PVC alternatives. AkzoNobel is marking World Green Building Week with the launch of ‘The case for wood in more sustainable buildings’, a new whitepaper developed in collaboration with the University of Amsterdam. The whitepaper examines how responsibly sourced and properly protected timber can support lowe

Britain’s housing crisis demands urgent, scalable, and sustainable solutions. To deliver 1.5 million homes in five years, the construction industry must adopt faster, cleaner and more efficient building methods. Structural timber is a powerful answer, offering speed, reliability and environmental advantages while already operating at meaningful scale. Photograph courtesy of Alexanders Timber Design The UK timber sector has an established capacity to deliver over 100,000 homes

Early-stage project planning often involves comparing different system options, estimating material quantities, assessing thermal performance and understanding project costs before a final specification has even been developed. To simplify this process, Ecological Building Systems, a leading supplier of natural building products for sustainable construction, has launched its new online System Calculator, designed to make early-stage project planning quicker, simpler and more

Up top, space tells a different story now that rules have shifted. Roofs once plain and ignored start showing new purpose when land costs climb too high. Because laws changed, what sits below must answer to tighter demands. Looking skyward becomes less choice, more necessity under fresh legal weight. What used to just keep rain out now holds answers to problems down on the street. These days, rooftops on office buildings do way more than just keep rain out or hold air conditi

Natural slate is a stone formed over 500 million years, under intense pressure and heat. This process gives it qualities no other roofing material can match. That natural strength translates into outstanding longevity on the roof. Slates laid centuries ago are still protecting homes, cathedrals and historic buildings today. CUPA PIZARRAS is simply putting into writing what time has already proven: a 100-year manufacturer’s guarantee across all our natural slates. As quarry ow

It’s never been easier to select the right radiator for every room – whether in a new build home or in a heating system replacement project – the combination of the latest radiator sizing and heat loss calculator software and the widest range of radiators ever available – both from a size and capacity point of view – makes getting exactly the right radiator a piece of cake. The radiator sizing and heat loss calculator software is available free online – Stelrad’s Stars system

Navigator MSL – the leading distributor in the heating and plumbing sector - has recently released its new product catalogue. You can download a pdf version or a flip book version by going to the Navigator website at www.navigatormsl.com. The timing was perfect and designed to coincide with the company’s appearance at the Installer Show at the end of June at the NEC where it had a stand where you coud meet the Navigator team and see the wide range of products – including a su

Window and door foam sealant tapes specialist ISO-Chemie will be displaying its airtightness, thermal and acoustic sealing solutions at BE-ST Summits across Scotland this autumn. ISO-TOP WINFRAMER will be one of the products featured on ISO Chemie’s stand at this Autumn’s BE-ST Summits across Scotland A key feature at the events in Dumfries, Inverness and Glasgow will be ISO-TOP WINFRAMER, a structurally solid, pre-fabricated installation frame manufactured in a range of va

As a specialist in the field of passive fire protection systems serving customers across multiple sectors – carrying FIRAS as well as IFC certification – Coventry based KRASI Fire Protection was appointed to carry out all the upgrades within the roof-space to the late 20th century residential development. As well as undertaking the design work, KRASI installed a temporary walkway within the roof zone and began erecting studwork partitions to either side of the central access

New Era begins at Vicaima Limited One of Europe’s key joinery manufacturers, the Vicaima Group, have announced the appointment of Patrick Guest as Vicaima Limited’s Managing Director. Responsible for its operations and activities throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland, Patrick is a highly accomplished and well-known timber industry figure. He brings with him an immense wealth of strategic acumen, which, when combined with the skilled and professional resources at his dis

A private residence designed by Thomas Robinson Architects demonstrates the enduring relevance of classical architecture when paired with contemporary craftsmanship. Working in partnership with specialist manufacturer, Haddonstone, the project centres on the design and delivery of four bespoke cast stone capitals - elements that encapsulate both architectural rigour and creative reinterpretation. Ultimately, the success of a project like this depends on shared knowledge, trus

TORMAX UK Ltd was contracted by glazing specialist Bournemouth Glass Company to install a three-wing, fully automatic T5 Classic revolving door at the main entrance of 175 Putney, - a premium office development in central London owned by the Nicolas James Group. Drawing on more than 60 years’ experience in door automation, TORMAX continues to develop technologically advanced systems designed to deliver reliable operation, safety and long service life. Combining elegant a

By Daniel Clarke, Senior Key Account Manager, West Fraser UK The timber frame housebuilding process demonstrates how a fully integrated, sustainable supply chain can deliver high-quality homes while reducing environmental impact. From responsibly managed forests to modern housing developments, each stage plays a vital role in creating efficient, low-carbon homes fit for the future. The journey begins in sustainably managed forests, where trees act as natural carbon absorbers

The era of the one-finish kitchen is giving way to more layered, individual spaces. Homeowners are increasingly embracing mixed material kitchens, combining contrasting colours, textures and finishes to create designs that feel more personal, visually interesting and tailored to the way they live. Rather than relying on a single material throughout, combinations of colour ways, woodgrain finishes and textured worksurfaces introduce depth and character. The result is a kitchen

For many hospitality businesses, accessible bathrooms have long been approached as a box-ticking exercise - designed to meet regulations rather than enhance the guest experience. Fitzroy of London believes this mindset is beginning to shift. Today, investing in well-designed accessible bathrooms is no longer simply about compliance; it’s a commercial opportunity. Hospitality venues that create beautiful, functional and inclusive washrooms are better positioned to welcome a br

In Asker Municipality, 20 km southwest of Oslo, IF Frisk Asker is the pride of the city. The team competes in Norway’s most prestigious ice hockey division, the EliteHockey League, and has a history dating back to 1935. Known as The Tigers, Frisk Asker has won the national championship multiple times. However, over the years, their facilities became outdated. Consequently, a collaboration agreement was established between the club, the contractor and the developer to construc

As part of a refurbishment of the Grade II* listed Pitt Building, TORMAX UK partnered with IQ Glass to deliver advanced automation for the building's new frameless glass draft lobby. Supplying an advanced iMotion 2202 operator to power the single internal sliding door, TORMAX helped create an accessible, energy-efficient and reliable entrance solution that complements this prestigious heritage refurbishment. Designed and manufactured to exacting standards, the TORMAX range

Leading distributor of kitchen and bedroom components, PWS has expanded its Paint Plus Service with the introduction of three new Trending Trio paint colours - Sage, Ives Blue and Truffle - giving kitchen retailers and designers even greater flexibility to create personalised spaces that reflect the latest interior trends. Carefully curated to complement a wide variety of kitchen styles, the new shades have been added in response to growing demand for earthy, nature-inspired

As contemporary interiors continue to embrace soft neutrals, clean lines and uncluttered layouts, designers are increasingly turning to darker timber flooring to introduce warmth, depth and visual weight. Havwoods’ rich Walnut Cocoa planks exemplify this shift, bringing contrast and a greater sense of permanence to light-filled schemes while creating an atmospheric balance between light and shadow. A Victorian London home designed by Studio 163, is a strong example of the tre

It’s that time of year again - trying to keep condensation at bay. Vectaire's products ensure optimal air quality, low noise levels, and reduced running costs. ​ They are designed to meet the needs of modern homes while prioritizing energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. ​ New to Vectaire’s ventilation range is the MFCF100. This dMEV provides low level, continuous ventilation to control condensation. Its integral sensor recognises changes in system pressure and