The Building Envelope

Reclad project utilises stone wool insulation for more efficient façade

 

Façade systems, and especially the cladding of high-rise buildings, have been, and continue to be, the topic of increased discussion and…

Understanding what housing associations want

 

 Providing high-quality PVCu windows and fire doors to housing association building projects has meant social housing has always been at…

Passivhaus principles – a key influence in sustainable, futureproofed housing design

 

The increased cost of living continues to highlight the need for energy-efficient social housing, leading to greater scrutiny of the…

James Latham introduces FERRO

 

Responding to UK/Ireland specifier calls for high-performance door components, James Latham introduces FERRO, a premium range of…

ROCKWOOL® launches recladding guide

 


Stone wool insulation manufacturer, ROCKWOOL®, has added to its suite of industry support resources with the launch of the…

Minimise risk with a single source manufacturer

 


Changes to Part L of the Building Regulations have been made so new homes produce 31% lower carbon emissions. It is the precursor to…

The importance of incorporating robust waterproofing solutions in public sector projects

 

Designing and constructing future-proof social houses, which will serve their occupants for years to come and will not cause issues to the…

NorDan announces record growth

 

- Social landlords turning to timber to reducing carbon and improving building performance
 
High…

Denbighshire Council pilots innovative solar re-roofing scheme

 

Denbighshire Council has become one of the first local authorities in the UK to pilot a new type of solar pitched roof system, with the aim of…