Open to alternatives to open-plan living

Ben Brocklesby of Origin offers his advice to self-builders looking to create more functional floor plans, which move away from open-plan to ‘broken-plan’  The way we use our homes has changed significantly in the past three years. The pandemic made... View Article

Rural charm & heritage in harmony

Discover the remarkable journey of Chris and Sarah Dale as they breathe new life into a centuries-old barn, turning it into a light-filled haven TEXT EWEN MACDONALD IMAGES MATTHEW SMITH ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPHY When Chris and Sarah Dale purchased their home... View Article

Vent-Axia shows commitment to a low carbon future

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia is committed to providing healthy indoor air while driving a low-carbon future. The company is therefore paving the way in the ventilation sector when it comes to its decarbonisation. To illustrate its commitment Vent-Axia has... View Article

40 years of wedi

Individuality rooted in secure systems As the pioneer of the XPS industry, wedi has introduced countless product innovations to the construction industry over the past four decades. Built on the vision of Helmut Wedi a master tiler from Emsdetten, Germany,... View Article

A Promise of Conscious Efforts from Riviera Home

GoodWeave® certified for the promise of ethical production that supports local communities, Riviera Home crafts fine quality natural carpets by hand with a conscious effort to minimise environmental impact. For nearly four decades, Riviera Home has been making carpets in... View Article

Statement cork walls the Granorte way

WALLTrend is the striking and sustainable cork wall panel collection from Granorte that brings a special touch. With the beautiful natural texture of cork, WALLTrend comes in 16 designs ready to transform interiors. From the classic look of Grain to... View Article

Sumptuous steel for the home

For a look of luxury, heritage, class and beauty, specifiers are increasingly using steel for different areas in the home choosing a Steel Window Association (SWA) member for quality assurance and technical guidance. Generally, architects and homeowners are choosing steel screens, doors... View Article

Schlüter-Systems expands its offering through Topps Tiles

Schlüter-Systems has expanded the product range available from leading tile retailer, Topps Tiles, bringing market-leading waterproofing solutions to installers and DIYers. “Topps Tiles is a long-standing, valued customer of ours, so we are really pleased to be able to offer... View Article

Try before you buy with West Fraser

Specifying the perfect panel products for a project is a key part of the planning process. West Fraser manufactures the leading building panel ranges in the UK and, to help in the selection process, the company has introduced A5-size samples,... View Article

Maximising Energy Efficiency: Radiators & Heat Pumps

As heat pumps become more and more popular, Nick Duggan, MD at The Radiator Centre answers our questions on which radiators are best to use with these systems and how to maximise energy efficiency Why might I need different radiators... View Article

Engineered in the UK to shape a sustainable tomorrow

With the market being flooded with cheap imports, an increasing number of architects are opting to bolster the UK economy by specifying domestically-produced products and brands. West Fraser has been a respected and trusted provider of OSB, particleboard, and MDF... View Article

Snickers Workwear’s new hybrid jacket

The new Hybrid multi-purpose work jacket is a street-smart, highly versatile garment. Great on site or for leisurewear, it’s made of flexible, wicking jersey fabric with Repreve® fabric insulation in the shoulder and upper body area. The Hybrid provides great... View Article