30 April 2015

A brief history of interior design trends over the past 50 years

Furniture designers ARAM trace the history of interior design Decorating a home can be a tricky process. Most home-owners fall short with choosing the right furniture, wallpaper and structures in their own homes. Thankfully, interior designers have an eye for things a home-owner and even some builders can’t spot. Year after year, the shifting trend[…]

  • 30 April 2015

30 April 2015

Leading architects to speak at Vision London event

      Vision London has secured 100 key figures from the architectural and wider construction community to speak at the free to attend two day exhibition. REGISTER NOW Event Seminar Programme includes: Future Materials and Systems Technology Innovation in Architecture and Design Building for Health and Wellbeing Influential speakers include: Matthew Webster, Executive of[…]

  • 30 April 2015

30 April 2015

New doorset designed to ‘disappear’ within the wall construction

New Novista Riser ‘invisible’ doorset range New Novista Riser ‘invisible’ doorset range from Aspex The new Novista Riser doorset from Aspex UK includes a steel doorframe, which is supplied pre-cut and mitred for easy assembly on site. When fitted, the Novista Riser doorset is totally concealed within either a stud or block wall, enabling the[…]

  • 30 April 2015

30 April 2015

Seminar programme for UK Construction Week announced

The full schedule has been announced on UK Construction Week’s website. The expected audience of 55,00 visitors will be able to view discussions, debates and knowledge sharing from 1,000 exhibitors at the event. Each of the nine sessions will take place over the trade only days between 6-8 October. They will consist of an hour-long[…]

  • 30 April 2015

29 April 2015

Government earmark £1bn for large-scale housing projects

Each of the projects are to receive a share of a £850 million sum of money put aside by the government to accelerate housing. The government hopes further investment will continue to boost the housing construction sector. The projects are required to build at least 1,500 homes across the UK. Many of the projects are[…]

  • 29 April 2015

29 April 2015

New acoustic baffle systems introduced by SAS International

Continuing the latest series of product innovations, the new systems feature standardised module sizes and carrier profiles. System 500 and System 510 now offer more installation options and enable continuous runs. High performance design The new Acoustic Baffle Systems have been developed for acoustic treatment in open, exposed interiors and thermal mass cooling. System 500[…]

  • 29 April 2015

29 April 2015

Fire resistant glazing showcased at FIREX 2015

The initiative, which will take place between June 16-18, will show ‘best practice passive fire protection in action.’ GGF Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Technical Affairs Giles Wilson The GGF sponsored programme will highlight the benefits of effective passive fire protection through a variety of interactive exhibits, live demonstrations and free seminars. This includes[…]

  • 29 April 2015

29 April 2015

New online resource targets aspiring construction workers

Jewson’s online tool branch, Jewson Tools, has created and published a resource for young people aspiring to emmerse themselves in the construction industry. The Jewson Tool Shed has been developed to encourage young people to consider a career in construction and sustainability Entitled the Jewson Tool Shed, the site provides information, guidance and advice with[…]

  • 29 April 2015

29 April 2015

A quick guide to designing an office

Print retailer Cartridge Discount offer a short guide for anyone considering office development. What to consider when designing an office Interior architecture is important in all kinds of sectors. Whether designing the interior layout of a warehouse, a commercial kitchen or an office your design decisions heavily impact anyone in the space. A well designed[…]

  • 29 April 2015

29 April 2015

Government earmark andpound;1bn for large-scale housing projects

Each of the projects are to receive a share of a andpound;850 million sum of money put aside by the government to accelerate housing. The government hopes further investment will continue to boost the housing construction sector. The projects are required to build at least 1,500 homes across the UK. Many of the projects are[…]

  • 29 April 2015