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FeaturesThermally modified wood – cladding material where performance meets aesthetics
Thermally modified wood blends durability, sustainability – and timeless design appeal
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NewsWhat made this project… Undershed by George Lovesmith Architecture
Finalist for One Off Small Project of the Year Award 2025, George Lovesmith Architecture guides us through the specification challenges present at Undershed
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NewsMaterial reuse at the heart of SALT’s adaptable workspace by THISS Studio
The space was designed for both work and events, with an emphasis on reuse principles and natural materials
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NewsJan Kattein Architects completes demountable studios and galleries on Harrow car park site
The modular complex in north‑west London groups three buildings around a raised courtyard designed for relocation after a five‑year tenure
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FeaturesRising cases of grey efflorescence raise alarm for brick facade performance
Once considered the pinnacle of aesthetic permanence, brick facades are facing an increasingly visible threat in the form of grey efflorescence
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OpinionWhy cutting corners in specification is costing you more
Cris Francis warns that swapping specified products for cheaper alternatives can jeopardize safety, compliance and long-term value
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OpinionIn the face of increasingly extreme weather, developers, design engineers, architects and policymakers must take the lead
The recent heatwave presents yet more evidence that we face a challenge – and a huge opportunity – to construct buildings that are thermally comfortable, energy-efficient and wellness-led, says Abhishek Parmar
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NewsWhat made this project… Manor Lodge by IID Architects
Finalist for Education Architect of the Year Award 2025, IID Architects guides us through the specification challenges present at Manor Lodge
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Information - BDCPD 11 2025: Bi-fold and sliding doors for marine and coastal environments
Sponsored by Solarlux, this CPD module covers the specification of bi-fold and sliding doors for marine and coastal environments, focusing on performance, compliance and security
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NewsKnox Bhavan renovates Notting Hill terrace with oak, steel and concrete palette
Knox Bhavan has transformed a deteriorating end-of-terrace property in Notting Hill’s Colville Conservation Area into a modern four-bedroom home
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OpinionGateway 3 raises the stakes for project teams under the Building Safety Act
With gateway 2 in the rearview mirror for an increasing number of projects, it is essential to shift focus to gateway 3 and the challenges that this poses to clients, design teams and contractors alike
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NewsWhat made this project… Melamar by Paper Igloo
Finalist for Individual House Architect of the Year Award 2025, Paper Igloo guides us through the specification challenges present at Melamar
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NewsGreen light for second phase of Hawkins Brown's Timber Square scheme in Southwark
Two office buildings to ‘perch’ on top of railway viaducts under Hawkins Brown-designed plans
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Information - BDMastering the detail: Episode 4
What do architects really need from manufacturers today? Episode 4 of our unmissable Q+A series lifts the lid on how expectations are changing. Join Tom Jordan, director at Barr Gazetas, as he shares first-hand insights into the evolving specification landscape.
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NewsOrms told to make further changes to long-delayed office scheme next to Shard
Redesign which saw scheme scaled back from 37 storeys to 10 storeys still not enough to address heritage concerns, council says
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NewsMosley Thorold turns north London maisonette into material-rich family home
The practice was co-founded by Nathaniel Mosley, who led the project as both architect and main contractor for his own family home
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NewsBarr Gazetas delivers retrofit of London office for GPE
The 1990s office building – now rebranded as SIX – delivers over 48,000 sq ft of workspace across eight floors
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NewsWhat made this project… De Valera Library and Súil Gallery by Keith Williams Architects
Finalist for Public Building Architect of the Year Award 2025, Keith Williams Architects guides us through the specification challenges present at De Valera Library
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OpinionIt’s time to stop letting bad data undermine good design
Despite significant investment in digital innovation, the industry remains hindered by fragmented, inconsistent data
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NewsWhat made this project… Regional Science Centre by INI Design Studio
Finalist for WA100 International Architect of the Year Award 2025, INI Design Studio guides us through the specification challenges present at Regional Science Centre