In residential architecture and interior design, the flooring specification is rarely a footnote. It is one of the largest surface areas in any scheme, and its material, finish and performance characteristics have a direct bearing on both the lived experience... View Article

GEZE UK is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted across an impressive range of categories at the prestigious National Fenestration Awards 2026, recognising both individual excellence and product innovation across the business. GEZE UK has received nominations spanning... View Article

Facadeshield® FR Class B is the latest addition to Proctor Group’s range of external wall membrane solutions. The new vapour permeable membrane can serve as the breather membrane in external wall build-ups. Applications range from low-rise timber and steel frame... View Article

Clade Engineering Systems, the UK’s leading manufacturer of natural refrigerant air source heat pumps for commercial & industrial use, has appointed Tom Wilson as its new Sales Director, reinforcing the company’s strategic growth ambitions as it prepares for full integration... View Article

Senior Architectural Systems is helping designers and housebuilders prepare for the forthcoming Future Homes Standard (FHS), with its aluminium window systems already engineered to meet the more stringent thermal performance requirements that will apply from 2028. Published in March 2026,... View Article

A new community sports pavilion in Milton Keynes has highlighted how adaptable roofing design can help resolve low-pitch specification challenges without delaying construction. The Greenleys Pavilion project, overseen by Bellway Homes and designed by BM3 Architecture, forms part of the... View Article

Property services specialist Bell has won Retrofit Principal Contractor of the Year at the Retrofit Academy Awards for the second year in a row, with the judges praising the company’s ability to successfully deliver the large, complex retrofit programmes essential... View Article

Designing effective hard landscaping schemes is rarely straightforward. With this in mind, in December ’25, Tobermore launched Create & Construct, the most comprehensive hard landscaping support hub on the market. Here, Lisa Gow, Head of Specification at Tobermore, looks at... View Article

Vectaire offers a range of whole-house heat recovery products designed to address ventilation challenges effectively. These systems extract pollutants and humidity while maintaining a constant intake of fresh, filtered air. They are energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, and economical, meeting the latest standards for... View Article

At Houston Barns in Uphall, West Lothian, a dated and dark bungalow was transformed into a light-filled, highly accessible modern home with panoramic views. Step-free access and easy door operation for the homeowner, who uses a wheelchair, were vital, while... View Article

Acoustic, fire and thermal insulation manufacturer AIM Acoustics & Insulation Manufacturing has expanded its sales and specification team with two new appointments.  Karen Viccars has joined as Specification Manager for the Greater London area and Campbell McGregor as Specification and... View Article

Smart planning, leveraging strong supplier partnerships and adding a dash of healthy professional pride can help SHDF-funded retrofit projects do more than just meet decarbonisation targets and satisfy compliance requirements; they can help support and deliver meaningful benefits for residents,... View Article

With more intense sunshine, higher temperatures and increased radiation, the UK renovation and homebuilding sector is having to re-evaluate material choices to ensure that homes are more resilient. While most building materials are designed to withstand some degree of expansion... View Article

Schlüter-Systems is proud to introduce the new Schlüter-DILEX-STF, a structural movement profile engineered to deliver long-lasting performance in both underground and overground applications. For projects and environments where durability, safety, and reliability are critical, the DILEX-STF sets a new benchmark... View Article

Property services specialist Bell is marking a key milestone for its highly successful Safer Homes Initiative. Working in partnership with major housing providers, the scheme has engaged with over 1,000 residents across the country on ways to maintain a safer, healthier,... View Article

Part T (Approved Document T: Toilet Accommodation) doesn’t replace Approved Document M, but it significantly reshapes how accessible washroom principles are applied. Introduced in October 2024, Part T adds a new layer of complexity, demanding a more considered approach to... View Article