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Information - BDCPD 20 2026: Facing bricks – specifying for performance and buildability
Sponsored by Tobermore, this module explores how facing bricks should be specified as part of a complete wall system, considering durability, structural performance, appearance, movement, sustainability, buildability, procurement and whole-life value, with particular focus on concrete facing bricks in modern construction
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Information - BDCPD 19 2026: Beyond embodied carbon: the whole-life impact of timber windows
Sponsored by George Barnsdale, this module explores how material choice, operational performance, durability, maintenance, repair and end-of-life considerations can influence the whole-life carbon impact of window specification
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FeaturesHow cladding can play a key role in passive cooling
For decades, UK homes have been designed to keep people warm. Today, the challenge is keeping them cool. Lisa Grosse, product and marketing lead at Cedral UK and Ireland, explains how fibre cement cladding can help reduce solar gain and improve year-round building performance
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Information - BDCPD 18 2026: Multifunctional flat roof design
As flat roofs take on more roles, their design and specification are becoming increasingly complex. This CPD, sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, explores how to assess loading, fire performance, drainage and long-term behaviour as part of a complete roof system
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Information - BDCPD 17 2026: Using XPS insulation below DPC level in cavity walls
Sponsored by PolyFoam XPS, this CPD module explores the principles behind using extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation in masonry cavity walls below damp-proof course (DPC) level, examining relevant Building Regulations guidance, detailing approaches and the role of thermal modelling in achieving robust building performance
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Information - BDCPD 16 2026: Fire safety and wall membranes: understanding their role in building performance
Sponsored by Glidevale Protect, UK producer of construction membranes, this CPD explores the role of membranes within wall construction, with a particular focus on fire performance and how it interacts with moisture management, airtightness and thermal performance
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FeaturesHow construction can help heal the planet
Engineer and environmentalist Will Arnold explores how the built environment can move beyond reducing its environmental impact, examining the potential of material innovation, reuse and resource efficiency to create a more regenerative approach to construction
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Information - BDCPD 15 2026: Retrofitting solid-wall homes with insulation
Sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, this module covers external wall insulation in the retrofit of solidwall homes – including the policy and funding landscape driving demand, and the fire safety and moisture-management requirements that govern material choice
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FeaturesCombining the benefits of modern slate technology with the look of natural slate: Why choose a Cedral roof
From easier installation and lighter structural loads to long-term durability and sustainability, fibre cement slates offer specifiers a versatile roofing solution designed to meet the demands of modern residential projects
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FeaturesHow cladding can play a key role in passive cooling
For decades, UK homes have been designed to keep people warm. Today, the challenge is keeping them cool. Lisa Grosse, product and marketing lead at Cedral UK and Ireland, explains how fibre cement cladding can help reduce solar gain and improve year-round building performance
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NewsColorcoat Prisma® from Tata Steel: more colours – greater possibilities
Durability and longevity are essential when it comes to the building envelope, but these must be achieved alongside design flexibility. This is where the newly refreshed and enhanced Colorcoat Prisma® pre-finished steel range from Tata Steel can offer the solution, including the robust Textured version, which is ideal for roofing ...
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NewsWhen your ideas move fast, your technology needs to keep up
CAD, BIM, 3D modelling, rendering, collaboration platforms, video calls and client presentations – when so much work today runs through one device, business leaders can underestimate the drag on their team caused by tech that can’t keep pace. Choosing the right laptops can free up your team to do their ...
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NewsEJOT CROSSFIX drives higher facade performance, sustainability and smarter project delivery
As facade performance targets and construction efficiency increasingly top the agenda in projects, the importance of what sits behind the facade has never been more significant – especially the support structure
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Featureswienerberger launches new CPD course to help architects navigate Building Safety Act
Building materials manufacturer wienerberger has launched a new continuing professional development (CPD) course for architects to help practices better understand and navigate the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA)
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FeaturesFrom sustainability to regenerative design: how SJ Group is reimagining the future of cities
SJ Group CEO Sean Chiao explains why regenerative design and AI are redefining how cities are planned, built and operated — and how the built environment can deliver lasting value for people and the planet
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NewsThe hidden cost of compliance: what the Building Safety Act means for architects
New research from wienerberger suggests the practical implications of the act are placing unprecedented pressure on architectural practices
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FeaturesMaterial Source Studio, Manchester – a new angle on ceiling design
Case study: how Zentia’s triangular tiles and ceiling system gave a unique fun-and-functional facelift to this meeting room in a busy built-enviroment hub
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OpinionRaising the bar: How the government’s green paper will transform timber specification
Andrew Orriss explains how the UK government’s 2025 Construction Products Reform Green Paper will reshape timber specification – from risk-based regulation and strengthened certification to digital product data and sustainability reporting
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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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FeaturesA stronger future in timber: Dale Joinery and Mumford & Wood unite
Two of the UK’s most respected names in premium timber windows and doors are coming together under one trusted brand. The merger of Dale Joinery and Mumford & Wood means a broader product range, deeper expertise and the same commitment to exceptional design, performance and service