HEM – the dawn of a new era

As the industry adjusts to the Future Homes Standard, Jon Ponting of AES Sustainability Consultants examines why the long-delayed Home Energy Model (HEM) will be a transformative break from the long-established SAP method. For almost two decades, the Standard Assessment... View Article

Closing the Gap on Inverted Roof Insulation Performance

By Jim Marshall – Hot & Cold Applied Liquids Product Manager at Bauder The inverted roof system remains a versatile and proven flat‑roofing solutions in modern construction. Its long‑term durability (often matching the service life of the building) makes it... View Article

Understand EPDs and Life Cycle Analysis with Manthorpe

What Do EPDs Really Tell You About Your Product Environmental Product Declarations are transforming material selection. Discover how Manthorpe’s independently verified EPDs give specifiers the transparent carbon data they need to build sustainably. As embodied carbon moves up the sustainability... View Article

VELFAC window systems for homes of every style

Whether building a new home from the ground up or renovating an existing property, window choice plays a crucial role. VELFAC has been evolving its range to offer greater choice without compromising on the quality they’re known for. With a... View Article

The full Futurebuild Knowledge Programme is live – activate your badge

Hi Reader Futurebuild 2026 has unveiled its two flagship conference stages; the Arena and the National Retrofit Conference. Designed to inform, challenge and inspire, both conferences offer a chance to hear directly from industry leaders while earning valuable CPD points. Plus, Futurebuild is co-located with UK Construction... View Article

Discover what’s new at express for 2026

Following the opening of our Milton Keynes showroom, we’ve continued to invest across the UK – with significant upgrades to our Glasgow and Weybridge showrooms. Each space now showcases our latest innovations for 2026, giving you more ways to explore... View Article

Design Smarter HVAC Insulation

Design HVAC systems with Paroc’s designer specification tools & resources. Calculate insulation thickness, reduce heat loss and condensation, ensure compliance, and optimise performance using trusted technical data, specification guides and calculations. Explore Now The importance of HVAC Insulation Specification When... View Article

Conservation Rooflights in a Changing Climate

Paul Trace, Director of Stella Rooflight, Discusses Why Authenticity and Performance Must Go Hand in Hand There is a well understood principle in conservation and restoration work that extends far beyond architecture: the idea that the method must be appropriate... View Article

ASWS wins contract at Glasshouse Street

Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) has been appointed to undertake the full refurbishment off 78 steel lightwell windows and 43 timber windows for a project on 21-29 Glasshouse Street, London, working with BAM Construction Ltd and for The Crown Estate. Construction of the... View Article

AluK offers single source solution for fire rated products

Aluminium systems company AluK has added fire rated window and door products to its range – providing a simple, single source solution for specifiers, fabricators and installers working on projects with specific requirements for fire protection. AluK has formed a... View Article