All specification focus articles – Page 4
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NewsMedieval meets modern sustainability at ARC Painswick
Parti’s latest project transforms a rundown B&B into a sunlit retreat in the English countryside
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OpinionAbove and beyond: The sea change in construction runs deeper than regulation
As we await the report from phase two of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, Ryan Ferguson reflects on how much the industry has learned since the tragedy
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NewsNorman Foster showcases scalable housing concept for vulnerable communities
Developed in collaboration with Holcim, the initiative hopes to provide sustainable and resilient homes for low-income or displaced communities
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NewsUnknown Works unveils experimental CLT timber pavilion
Following research into CLT construction and fabrication, the Armadillo has been developed using eucalyptus timber manufactured by Xilonor
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NewsHassell’s lunar habitat model selected for Royal Academy Summer Exhibition
Designed in collaboration with the European Space Agency, the model forms part of the Lunar Habitat Master Plan, setting the way for growing space exploring communities to thrive on the moon
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NewsBen Adams Architects overhauls Henry Wood House facade
1960s envelope undergoes much-needed refurbishment to repair ageing cladding while remaining operational
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FeaturesKeeping user experiences enjoyable and secure
A positive user experience in buildings is a cornerstone of modern design and architecture, fostering environments where people feel safe, engaged, and inspired. It transcends mere aesthetics, delving into the functional and emotional aspects of how individuals interact with a space. When a building is designed with the user in ...
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NewsIn pictures: dMFK completes Myo’s six-storey workplace retrofit
Practice transforms 3 New Street Square, introducing a rooftop pavilion and versatile interiors to elevate the building’s sustainable credentials and flexible workspace offering
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FeaturesArchitectural digital transformation is here – is your business ready?
As digital technologies revolutionise architecture, the industry faces new opportunities and challenges. Explore how these advancements are shaping the future of design
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NewsIn pictures: Basha-Franklin completes refurbishment project at The Cabot
Practice breathes new life into the lobby, mezzanine, and 10th floor to meet the needs of a modern workforce
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OpinionShielding silence: The case for measured data in acoustic glazing
As noise pollution in urban areas becomes increasingly critical to public health, Phil Brown outlines the case for using measured data as standard for acoustic glazing
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NewsFrom tower blocks to the history books: Kensa Shoebox takes root at the Science Museum
British-made heat pump joins over seven million historic and significant items collected and documented by the Science Museum Group since 1851
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NewsIn pictures: HOK delivers BBC Studios Comedy Productions workspace in London
The vintage-inspired workspace mirrors the spirit of the team behind popular comedies like Trying, Good Omens, and A Whole Lifetime with Jamie Demetriou
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Information - BDMake this your time to shine as Industry/Manufacturing Partner of the Year
The award category recognises the important role that manufacturing partners play in the architectural process and will allow industry partners to showcase their work at the Architect of the Year Awards 2024. Deadline for entry is Friday 17 May 2024 at 5pm.
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NewsSPPARC adds hive-like extension to Fitzrovia townhouse
Scheme provides office space for a homelessness charity and for client’s own use
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NewsFormer Voysey factory given new lease of life by dMFK
Building’s original occupant, Sanderson Design Group, will return following extensive retrofit
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NewsIn Pictures: Eavesdrop by Tom Dowdall Architects
Paragraph 84 house in West Sussex is designed to integrate with the surrounding landscape
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FeaturesFocus on brick: Tree House, West London
Situated on a former garage site, the West London home utilised Vandersanden’s 65mm Antro facing brick for interiors and exteriors
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FeaturesFocus 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