Issues surrounding building competence remain an ongoing concern for the industry, writes Ben Warren, MD at global building manufacturer, Baumit....
There is an increasing realisation amongst those who deliver adult care that smart homes will play a vital role in closing the demographic care gap, and allowing people to stay...
The ownership, management and use of public buildings have evolved over recent years, meaning balancing security and access control for staff, assets and users can be something of a challenge....
The report into the cause of the fire at The Cube student accommodation building in Bolton, and how it spread, will help to shed light on how compatible modern approaches...
In this article, William Tonkinson, Managing Director of education furniture and fit-out specialist Deanestor, looks at how furniture for schools is evolving to reflect the pace of social and technological...
The bathroom is a particularly high fall risk area, where good lighting is essential. Surprisingly though, very little attention is paid to it when an accessible bathroom refurbishment is carried...
When it comes to specification, paying close attention to seemingly small details will go a long way to ensuring a roof remains watertight and problem-free during its lifetime, says Martin...
Now we’re in 2020; we are entering a transformational decade for building construction. Gail Cook, Global Head of Marcoms at Glen Dimplex Heating and Ventilation, predicts the key building trends...
Martin Bidewell, Head of Technical for Sika Roofing, considers the importance of guarantees in today’s market....
There is an art in designing and building purpose-built student accommodation. As Tom Devaney, Global COO at Scape – the student living specialist – explains there is an intelligent design...
‘Climate emergency’ and ‘plastic pollution’ are not often phrases you hear together in relation to drainage. However, the two issues are now inextricably linked as we see local authorities and...
Having a hygienic environment in healthcare is essential to look after patients with weakened immune systems and to stop the spread of disease within the hospital. Being thorough is key;...
The design and specification of washrooms in public buildings need to consider the long-term operational performance of the whole building, its sustainability credentials, lifetime costs and customer approval ratings, amongst...
Proactivity is the key if the sector is to ensure the safety of tenants and reputation of the industry, says Chris Proctor, CEO at Oneserve....
There’s a huge, untapped opportunity for local authorities to increase their incomes. A fundamental shortage of properties for small and medium-sized businesses means rents have grown steadily over the last...
How can glass be used in public buildings such as schools to create modern, inspiring atmospheres and an inclusive, sociable space? Simon Boocock, Managing Director of CRL Europe, takes a...
The UK is currently in the grip of a major housing shortage, to the tune of 3.91 million homes. It is estimated that, to address this deficit – the largest...
As many educational establishments embrace the positivity provided by a diverse student and a staff population, the wide variety of needs and different requirements this presents can place new pressures...
Cable management is an integral part of the specification process. When it comes to specifying cable management systems, there are a number of key areas to consider in addition to...
Faced with the challenge of balancing busy work schedules and tightly squeezed budgets, installers, specifiers and building engineers can often find themselves sticking with the products and materials they have...
