Here, James Gemmell, a sustainability and retrofit expert at Holmes Miller Architects, explores the urgent need to move beyond discussions and start implementing large-scale retrofitting solutions in the UK....
The comprehensive product range offered by waterproofing and timber treatment specialist Triton Systems, part of the Wykamol Group, has proved to be the perfect fit for a Kent self-builder undertaking...
ADP Architecture has completed Shireland CBSO Academy, the first free, non-selective state school in Britain to be established in partnership with a professional orchestra....
Wykamol has launched an innovative, patented textile-based thermal wall insulation which is ideal for creating dry and warm walls, primarily in retrofit situations, with the potential to save energy and...
Diarmuid Murphy, Director of Property at Murphy Geospatial, explains why asset owners on the journey to decarbonisation should invest in a digital twin....
Steven Coulson, Associate at Holmes Miller, reflects on the transformation of Paisley Town Hall, which proves that retrofitting can meet modern expectations....
As the UK experiences a significant shift towards hotter summers, the challenges in keeping our learning environments cool for students and teachers are becoming increasingly evident. Louise Boddie, Senior Associate...
Andrew Cooper, National Specification Manager from Senior Architectural Systems, one of the UK’s largest privately-owned aluminium fenestration solution providers, discusses how the latest innovations can give refurbished hospitals and other...
In this article, Lee Spencer, Head of Operations at national contractor Novus Property Solutions, discusses the benefits of choosing a specialist contractor, and the role this can play in overcoming...
After completing projects as part of both the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) demonstrator and Wave 1 phases, Carl Yale, Regional Refurbishment Director at leading housebuilder Lovell, says that many...
Phil Griffiths from Soprema UK explains how excellent classroom acoustics can enhance teaching and learning, and addresses the importance of building the right acoustic performance to maximise occupant comfort and...
With more than 1.9 million requests for support and 841,000 people receiving state-funded long-term care showing in the most recent statistics, social care is in significant demand. Combine that with...
Earlier this year, Wates Smartspace completed a fit-out project at Winchester’s Royal Hampshire County Hospital, an upgrade programme that became the second fit-out delivered by the team on behalf of...
In its Clean Growth Strategy, the Government set out its ambitions for a low carbon future with the decarbonisation of social housing high on the agenda. ...
In this article, Charlie Cooley, Head of Operations at contractor Novus Property Solutions, discusses the three Cs of putting the end-user first when it comes to carrying out public sector...
Decarbonising heating is high on the agenda for many social landlords and housing developers. As well as playing a vital role in tackling climate change, increasing the energy efficiency of...
The Government’s green retrofit campaign – driven by its net-zero carbon target and embodied by PAS 2035 – will be time and money wasted if buildings don’t have the fabric...
Selectaglaze reveals why fitting secondary glazing to council-occupied listed and heritage buildings could dramatically lower U-values, reduce energy use and improve acoustic insulation....
As we emerge into the new normal, there’s no better time to grasp affordable, available opportunities to improve the energy performance of our heating systems and buildings, says Baxi Heating’s...
