After much anticipation, CR Laurence UK has officially launched its brand-new website, delivering a faster, smarter and more intuitive online experience for customers across the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands.  This long-awaited milestone for the business provides a new platform that has been developed to make it easier than ever for customers to find the products they need and place orders quickly and efficiently. The site represents a significant step forward in functional

AkzoNobel Powder Coatings is strengthening the sustainability profile of its leading Interpon D architectural collections with the introduction of bio-attributed resins in European production locations. This enhancement applies to – Interpon D Futura, Anodic, Stone Effect, Natural Metals, Terracotta and Précis Ultra Matt and Interpon D2525 Low-E– collections trusted by architects for their durability, design freedom and long-lasting appearance.     The improvement has been ma

Stannah Lifts Distribution & Service (LD&S), a leader in the UK lift sector, has launched a new commercial website that makes it easier for construction professionals to find the right lift solution. Developed around the needs of architects, contractors and consultants, the site features a simplified structure, improved navigation, clearer product pages and more consistent data, making it easier to access technical information and identify the right lift solutions for differe

Incorporating all the familiar benefits of CaberFloor P5  plus a super resilient protective surface , CaberShield Eco  is the new and greenest answer for laying decks in challenging conditions. As a manufacturer of panel products using responsibly sourced and certified timber, West Fraser  has now published a useful fact sheet outlining the product’s highly sustainable credentials: underlining why CaberShield Eco   represents the future for weather-decking. As well as listing

Stannah is marking National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (9–15 February) by celebrating the apprentices who are developing the practical, technical and professional skills that will support them throughout their careers. This year’s theme, Skills for Life, reflects the long-term impact apprenticeships have across the business, from engineering and digital roles to finance, business support and manufacturing.   Apprenticeships remain a vital part of Stannah’s commitment to develop

1936 was a good year for history – the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War, the abdication of King Edward VIII so he could marry his American divorcee girlfriend Wallace Simpson, Buddy Holly was born, public TV was launched for the first time in the UK and Jesse Owens won four gold medals at the Berlin Olympics much to the disgust of an up and coming dictator in Germany – Adolf Hitler. Manchester City won its first ever First Division title and Manchester United were relegated.

Reflecting the continued growth and diversification of the business, Style has rebranded as Style Group , expanding its partitions and moveable wall expertise to include an Acoustic Solutions range .   The new name brings together a comprehensive interior solutions portfolio under a single, cohesive identity, while maintaining the same regional teams, specialist knowledge and customer-focused approach that the company is well known for. Style Group delivers market-leading mov

As the annual SterlingOSB Zero/RIBAJ competition  celebrated its 10th anniversary, the 2025 competition entitled Powers of Ten, challenged architects to explore the principles of scale. Entrants were unrestricted by building standards and were free to play with the concept of scale and design a structure from competition sponsor West Fraser 's SterlingOSB Zero . Pictured are architects Olivia Dolan and Sem van der Straaten, with West Fraser's marketing manager, David Connache

Protective coatings specialists, Bradite are making colour selection easier than ever with the launch of their first colour card. The card features a palette of shades available in their most-popular finish, One Can – a water-based primer, stain blocker and professional finish ‘all in one can’. Designed for simplicity and ease of use, this compact colour card showcases 54 curated colour swatches, combining proven shades from the worlds of interior design and exterior decorati

Leading manufacturer of roofing accessories, Klober, is celebrating 25 years of its Permo Forte 145 underlay, one of the first vapour permeable membranes to transform the UK roofing market.   When launched back in the late 1990s, this type of vapour permeable membrane represented a turning point in roofing design. Permo Forte offered a breathable alternative to traditional bitumen felts, helping contractors tackle widespread condensation issues that had long affected roof per

At the 2025 Steel Window Association  awards, the Commercial Project winner was West Leigh ’s Len House project. Andy Bawn, MD of West Leigh, tells us all about the company today. Len House, Maidstone – West Leigh’s meticulous restoration of this Grade II listed Art Deco landmark, featuring like-for-like W20 steel windows and doors, curved frames, and bespoke detailing to preserve its historic character   What is your core business? Andy Bawn, Managing Director for West Leigh

As the annual SterlingOSB Zero/RIBAJ competition celebrated its 10th anniversary,  the 2025 competition entitled Powers of Ten , challenged architects to explore the principles of scale. Entrants were unrestricted by building standards and were free to play with the concept of scale and design a structure from competition sponsor West Fraser's SterlingOSB  Zero . This year's competition winner, Kashdan-Brown  Architects, imagined a 1:10 scale model reconstruction of the 140-m

Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS), a leading specialist in heritage fenestration and architectural metalwork, proudly supported the Glasshouse Street Christmas Charity Collection for The Whitechapel Mission , joining forces with BAM  and fellow subcontractors to make a meaningful difference this festive season. Pictured left is ASWS’ Site Manager Jono helping deliver their donations to The Whitechapel Mission over the Christmas period, while right is just some of the ge

As the annual SterlingOSB Zero/RIBAJ competition  celebrated its 10th anniversary, the 2025 competition entitled Powers of Ten, challenged architects to explore the principles of scale. Entrants were unrestricted by building standards and were free to play with the concept of scale and design a structure from competition sponsor West Fraser 's SterlingOSB Zero .    Pictured is West Fraser's marketing manager, David Connacher, and Steve McCloy This year's commended winners, St

By Wojciech Brożyna - MD Aluprof UK  - The Architecture & Building Expo 2025 (ABX 2025) took place at the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) in Dublin on 8-9 October 2025. The event served as a key meeting point for architects, architectural technologists, building professionals and specifiers from across Ireland and beyond. The show featured a broad exhibition scope from smart-home systems and modular building to insulation materials, security systems and façade solutions. This year

Haddonstone , supplier of quality cast stone to the architectural, construction and garden industries, will celebrate 55 years in industry in 2026.  With the proven business continually developing, three new members have been added to the project and design teams. Haddonstone's newest additions to the project and design team - pictured (left to right): Ben Hughes, Marco Van De Water, and Joe Blatchly. Joe Blatchly has been appointed as Projects Administrator  to support the c

SFA Saniflo UK is celebrating a successful show at Screwfix Live 2025, which took place at Farnborough International Exhibition Centre from 26–28 September.  The Saniflo team reported a hive of activity on the stand, which showcased the company’s  innovative product range — including the Saniflo Up macerator, Sanivite+ for kitchens and utility rooms, and the Sanicom 1 for heavy-duty commercial applications. All attracted strong interest from both installers and homeowners. Th

This year’s National Painting & Decorating Show will put the spotlight on thousands of paints, coatings, tools and application systems designed to extend maintenance cycles, reduce costs, and ensure compliance across public-sector housing and commercial property portfolios. Solutions for Housing and Commercial Portfolios For local authorities, housing associations, facilities managers and other specifiers, the event offers a unique opportunity to see first-hand the latest sol

Hamworthy Heating, technical experts in commercial heating and hot water products, is pleased to announce the launch of its new and redesigned website. Tailored to  meet the needs of customers, the updated site features a modern, user-friendly  design with enhanced functionality, making it easier than ever to find the right  heating, hot water or low carbon solution for your commercial building needs.  The new website features an intuitive navigation system, allowing users to

West Fraser  has published a new factsheet, proudly announcing the achievement that its UK operations are now officially counted as...