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NewsUnsuitable ventilation to blame for host of medical issues, study reveals
Imperial College London reveals proper ventilation systems could help prevent severe health problems ranging from mental health to impaired lung development
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NewsRetrofit 23: The Building Centre explore retrofitting at scale
The Retrofit 23 exhibition and events programme will explore the factors necessary to achieve an accelerated delivery of domestic retrofitting at different scales
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FeaturesLet’s be specific… Steel Q+A with Asselia Katenbayeva, ASBP
From sustainability credentials to reuse potential, we ask Asselia Katenbayeva about the properties of steel and the challenges facing the industry
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OpinionEvery space has a story to tell and lighting is an integral part
Vinod Pillai discusses the ways in which lighting impacts project design and the importance of lighting designers and interior designers working collaboratively
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NewsA new standard for masonry support
The masonry support system by ACS is a patented design combining wall tie, masonry support and cavity tray in one
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NewsThe Specifier at Net Zero Live 2023
Net Zero Live’s specification session will explore how designers should tackle net zero in the commercial sector
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NewsShining a light on Circular Design: Hassell presents Ale.01 for Artemide
Hassell’s first venture into product design sees the team collaborate with an Italian lighting manufacturer
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FeaturesSchool design: Achieving net zero with panelised solutions
Premier Modular Group has launched a new division to meet its growing demand for panelised solutions
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NewsFast and smart: Mixergy launches integrated heat pump cylinder
According to the manufacturer, the award winning Mixergy iHP delivers hot water 10X faster than rival systems on the market
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FeaturesLet’s be specific… Structural timber Q+A with Andrew Orriss, STA
Building Design sat down with Andrew Orriss to unearth some insight into specifying for structural timber
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FeaturesLiving Places Copenhagen: Creating sustainable, healthy indoor climates
The Living Places concept holds the lowest CO2 emissions in Denmark, demonstrating that we do not have to wait for future technology to build more sustainably
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FeaturesFlexible bathroom furniture range launches in Milan
Global architecture practice, Foster + Partners, teams up with Italian manufacturer to design a geometric, Japanese-inspired bathroom range
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FeaturesCity Plumbing investigates installers knowledge of renewable technologies
The UK’s heat pump skills gap has been highlighted: only 18% of installers install them – and 44% don’t know where to go for training
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NewsIn pictures: David Miller Architects completes Parsons North
Traditional masonry, bronze metalwork and mature trees contribute to the aesthetic of this mixed-use development, which provides a combination of private and affordable homes
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FeaturesMcLaren Construction delivers closed-loop recycling of window glass
The recycling process was established alongside supply chain partners for the refurbishment of Chalcots Estate in Camden
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FeaturesNavigating the insurance requirements for mass timber buildings
Following industry research that identified the difficulties of insuring timber buildings, ASBP is launching the Mass Timber Insurance Playbook – a practical resource to help overcome the challenges preventing wider adoption of mass timber
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NewsArchitect of the Year Awards announces new category for industry partners
The new award promises to recognise the important role that manufacturing partners play in the architectural process and will provide an opportunity for industry partners to showcase their work
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NewsIn pictures: Autobarn by Bindloss Dawes
Architecture practice Bindloss Dawes has completed a five-bay garage and accompanying workshop to house a client’s collection of classic cars
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NewsDesigning a dispensary with urban gro: Lazy River, Massachusetts
Legislation changes regarding cannabis use have opened up a new market for dispensaries in the United States. But what considerations need to be made when designing such spaces? Building Design speaks to Sam Andras from urban-gro