12 August 2015

Healing hospital environment features DuPont Corian surfacing

CASE STUDY: Reception area and welcome wall of the Angie Fowler Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer Institute at University Hospitals (UH) Rainbow Babies & Children Hospital.    Life affirming hospital space for young cancer patients Thoughtful design focused on the patient and their family has the potential to change the clinical hospital environment. The architecture[…]

  • 12 August 2015

12 August 2015

Trade and DIY show opens online registration

Screwfix LIVE has been designed specifically for tradesmen and DIYers. Offering suppliers and customers the chance to meet face-to-face, the show is now in its third year. Screwfix LIVE is now in its third year Over 120 brands – including Hitachi, DeWalt, Stanley and Titan – have signed up to showcase their latest products. These[…]

  • 12 August 2015

12 August 2015

Combined smoke & natural ventilation system for prestigious development

In Johannesburg’s Sandton business area, a new office building has been constructed. Comprising seven floors of office space, the Capital Hill development is worth over £10 million. Designed by MWLF Architects, the building offers residential accommodation, as well as business facilities. It has been constructed to achieve a ‘Four Green Star’ rating from South Africa’s[…]

  • 12 August 2015

12 August 2015

Combined smoke and natural ventilation system for prestigious development

In Johannesburg’s Sandton business area, a new office building has been constructed. Comprising seven floors of office space, the Capital Hill development is worth over andpound;10 million. Designed by MWLF Architects, the building offers residential accommodation, as well as business facilities. It has been constructed to achieve a ‘Four Green Star’ rating from South Africa’s[…]

  • 12 August 2015

12 August 2015

Brick cladding system used in innovative hospital build

Aquarian Cladding Systems contributed to the project by supplying the Gebrik Insulating Brick Cladding System to clad the building’s brick façade. Around 650 square metres of Gebrik was specified in a VS70-00 cream finish; this shade was selected to compliment the adjacent Bath stone buildings. The project was commended at the South West Build Environment[…]

  • 12 August 2015

12 August 2015

Shortlist announced for this year’s Brick Awards

Designed to celebrate achievements with brick in the UK construction sector, the Brick Awards has become one of the most established ceremonies in the industry, now approaching its 40th anniversary. The Brick Development Association has announced its shortlist for the 39th annual Brick Awards Categories for this years event include: Best Housing Development, Best Housing[…]

  • 12 August 2015

12 August 2015

Holistic response means future-proofed facilities for students

Clos-o-Mat fully accessible hygiene room Havering College of Further & Higher Education in Hornchurch has just opened a new hygiene room at its Ardleigh Campus, to compliment existing facilities at its Quarles Campus, Harold Hill, and ensure the College is fully accessible for all students, regardless of their individual requirements. Clos-o-Mat Palma Vita The room[…]

  • 12 August 2015

11 August 2015

Automatic security doors meet PAS 24 standards

The Gilgen SLX-M RC3 automatic sliding door system was assessed by UKAS approved EXOVA Warrington Fire, who translated existing test evidence to support conformity to PAS 24. Commercial security solution Commercial buildings with a high risk of break-in or attack, such as banks and jewellers, require an entrance that is both secure and welcoming to[…]

  • 11 August 2015

11 August 2015

Property assessment work simplified with workflow management app

Tracker is a streamlined and secure data management system which connects staff out in the field with those in the office. It has been implemented throughout Green Deal and ECO activity, and its production contributed to Stroma Certification being named Data & Software Company of the Year. The Rental Market plug-in presents additional tailored functionality[…]

  • 11 August 2015

11 August 2015

GT Lifting announced as exhibitor for Plant and Machinery Live

The company will be showcasing its extensive range of market-leading products, including its rotating and heavy lift telehandlers; specialist attachments; contract lift and access solutions. Steve Porter of GT Lifting Solutions commented: ñWe’re delighted to be attending the show, which promises an exciting array of products and construction plant equipment, making it the ideal event[…]

  • 11 August 2015