All spec only articles – Page 14
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Features
Focus on roofing: Bringing durability to a challenging period project
N T Sweeting undertake a complete re-roof of this Victorian property located on the River Tees, Northern England
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Sustainable natural flooring launched by Ted Todd
A responsible alternative to single-use vinyl, the graphically re-engineered flooring is made for modern commercial spaces
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In pictures: Garnham Street by Dowen Farmer Architects
A pairing of textures completes these eight apartments, which proved to be a complicated build for a small residential scheme
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Opinion
As we head for a sub-tropical climate, how do we design heat out of our homes?
With rising fuel prices and soaring temperatures, Stuart Williams takes a look at the introduction of Approved Document O
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In pictures: Invisible Studio unveils yoga studio at The Newt, Somerset
Natural materials including rammed stone and a single window that opens to the sky contribute to the tranquility of this Somerset retreat
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Features
Sterling’s TerraLam CLT attains PRG 320 Certification
The world’s largest CLT producer, Sterling now stands ready to bolster structural CLT supply chain by up to 700,000 cubic metres annually
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Focus on acoustics: Elevated requirements at Knightsbridge Gate
The design solution for this London-based project involved a physical gap between the grade II listed facade and the new structure behind it
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Prioritising modern, sustainable living: Kebony’s new Bel Air house
Designed and built by HM DG INC, the 7,000 square-foot, five-bedroom house recently sold for nearly $12 million (£9.8 million)
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Part L changes to prompt surge in UKCA testing demand
Any fabricators who either manufacture overseas or are looking to meet the new requirements should book UKCA testing now to ensure a smooth transition
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Experts in mortar: Rochester Riverside Development
Introducing CEMEX ONPOINT, for when your mortar colour has to be absolutely on point
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Focus on timber: Greenwich Design District
Recently visited by Building Design, D2 & C2 – Mole Architects’ two unique, highly sustainable buildings – are constructed entirely from timber. But what was the driving force behind the choice of material?
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Features
Building the unfinished: Victorian Pride Centre
Designed by and for LGBTQI+ communities, the main ambition for this multi-purpose space was to create a welcoming and safe place. But how exactly do you specify for inclusivity?
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Features
Discover Texture in Architecture with EQUITONE’s popular new CPD
A thought-provoking CPD created in collaboration with materials and colour consultant Jim Biddulph and poet, broadcaster and honorary RIBA Fellow LionHeart
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Back to school: Glazing for the education sector
Educational building projects have specific needs and designing bespoke glazing helps to create well lit learning environments that encourage productivity
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Building progress for a sustainable future with Aggregate Industries
From values to vision, sustainability is at the heart of the business as the team move towards a Net Zero and Circular economy
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Access all areas with Profab’s fire rated access panels
Profab’s innovative range of access panels provide the highest standards of accessibility to services without compromising on aesthetics
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Built to be wild: Monarto Safari Park's new Visitor Centre
Two ancient cultures merge at the Monarto Visitor Centre, designed in a joint venture by Intro and studio-gram
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From gas plant to office space: Foster + Partners’ latest reuse project
Foster + Partners designs a demountable timber structure for a disused gas plant in Madrid, Spain, creating a natural, flexible workspace
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BIG-designed refugee museum opens in Denmark
The practice has adapted and extended one of the refugee camp’s few remaining structures - a hospital building - into a 1,600 m2 museum dedicated to displaced humans