Howard Chapman, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Building Design",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Buildingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Knauf Drywall sounds scientific at University from
Knauf Drywall, which we summarised at the time by saying "Complex designs and strict acoustic requirements in Durham University's striking new Science lecture theatres called for 'scientific' drylining solutions, that take an unusual angle on
installations".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Protecting our heritage from
Honeywell Fire Safety: "Nigel Pollard of Honeywell Fire Safety looks at the role of fire safety systems in listed buildings".
In January 2008, we covered the news from BASF
concerning its Colorcoat Urban roof
- take a look at Low carbon black Colorcoat Urban roof
which says: "Solar heat reflective coloured roofing that could help reduce the Urban Heat Island effect has been installed onto the unique eco-build project, The BASF House".
Take a look also at the news release from Hafele UK, Space and light from Hafele,
as well as Building Design to Eurocode 2 from Concrete Centre,
and Sandtoft to form part of sustainability showcase from Sandtoft Roof Tiles.
See also:
Part F compliance: CD-based calculator
(January 2008)
Titon has launched a CD-based Part F System 1 calculator that assists fabricators or builders in calculating the background ventilation requirement for domestic properties
German ready-built space solutions now in UK
(January 2008)
Juwel Betonbauteile, which has been trading in Germany since 1996, manufacturers a range of finished buildings, bespoke-designed to provide additional space for residential home owners
IG Lintels' bespoke 'Special Lintels' service
(January 2008)
IG Lintels has supplied its reinforced steel lintels, including bespoke Notched Lintels, to Linden Homes
Specifiers wake up to unitised cladding solutions
(January 2008)
UK specifiers and designers are increasingly looking to off-site production to keep ahead of changing Health and Safety and quality criteria
UK product launches at Surface Design Show
(December 2007)
The Surface Design Show 2008 will premier the most innovative, creative and imaginative surfaces in the architecture and design industry
Aedas receive Autodesk Revit BIM Experience Award
(December 2007)
Aedas solves design challenges using Revit Architecture on residential and educational projects in Dubai and Hong Kong
Gradus fabrics for 'Project of the Year' hospital
(November 2007)
New Queen's Hospital in Romford have a healthy ward environment thanks in part to the fabrics supplied and installed by contract interiors specialist, Gradus
CMS Acoustics offers school lesson in silence
(November 2007)
By installing CMS SuperPhon Acoustic Wall Panels the school has stayed true to the architectural vision while controlling high reverberation levels
BioRegional win 'Sustainable Consultant of Year'
(November 2007)
BioRegional Consulting wins sustainable consultant of the year award at Building magazine's Sustainability Awards
Eco-mapping for Northampton College
(November 2007)
Pick Everard has been recognised for its expertise in educational building design with a contract to redevelop two of Northampton College's campuses
Latest innovate surfaces and innovative uses
(November 2007)
Now in its fifth year, the Surface Design Show will once again be the meeting place for architects, specifiers and interior designers
Panduit to build new 'intelligent' global HQ
(November 2007)
State of the art building to showcase latest network infrastructure technology
Sustainable design for China project
(November 2007)
Autodesk's architecture solutions simplify sustainable design for China project
Credible constructions use Kerto
(November 2007)
Kerto, the laminated veneer lumber exclusively manufactured by Finnforest, is playing an important role in delivering challenging and award-winning buildings for architects and specifiers
Unlock contractually important emails
(November 2007)
Union Square's Workspace software helps Grimshaw to unlock contractually important email trapped in personal inboxes and folders
Bentley trial program for generative design
(November 2007)
Bentley Systems announce its trial program for generative design in architecture and engineering
Acoustic wall panels give virtuoso performance
(October 2007)
Design of the sound environment in new facility at renowned Cork School of Music in Ireland included 830 square metres of wall panels, supplied by Ecophon, for the 52 teaching/practice studios
First solar-powered relocatable building
(October 2007)
Portakabin has reinforced its strong commitment to the environment and helping customers reduce carbon emissions with the launch of the UK's first solar-powered relocatable building
Bespoke drainage system for supermarket complex
(October 2007)
Bespoke Skyline fascia/soffit system and GX box gutter from Alumasc, has provided a complete eaves and drainage package for a new retail complex at Woodhouse Triangle, Guisborough
Kawneer helps Plymouth promote the arts
(October 2007)
Plymouth's new arts faculty building has a striking copper cladding that integrates with curtain walling, rooflights, windows and doors supplied by Kawneer
Alumasc makes splash at Islington Square
(October 2007)
M.R.Render systems from Alumasc have played a key role in realising the striking facades of an award-winning regeneration scheme in East Manchester
Living Steel award for Sustainable Housing
(September 2007)
Living Steel 2nd international architecture competition for Sustainable Housing announces winners
Cadforce bolsters BIM and green capabilities
(September 2007)
Cadforce, the global leader in outsourced architectural services, announce hiring David Gerber, Ph.D., as Vice President of Innovation
Evaluating school tenders for performance
(September 2007)
Experts from IES Consulting help Glasgow City Council evaluate school tenders for environmental performance and occupant comfort
Rockwool demonstrates full recyclability
(September 2007)
Rockwool has demonstrated its ability to deliver true sustainability in a joint trial with Eurobond, Corus and Sims Recycling Solutions
IES UK-wide routes for conservation compliance
(September 2007)
To meet obligations of European Performance of Buildings Directive, IES is now the only commercial software provider to offer compliance solutions for all regions of the UK
Building for the future
(August 2007)
Tenants and occupiers are setting an increasingly tough agenda for efficiency and effectiveness in the workplace
Protection against window entrapment
(August 2007)
Risk of people being injured by remotely-controlled, automatically-closing windows has been almost eliminated by WindowMaster, Europe's largest provider of natural ventilation solutions
Euroclass A1 fire rating for ceiling tiles
(August 2007)
Acoustic specialist Hodgson and Hodgson Group has achieved a Euroclass A1 fire rating for its Thermos acoustic ceiling tile pads
Hospital is picture of health thanks to Lakesmere
(August 2007)
As part of multi-million PFI scheme at Portsmouth's Queen Alexandria Hospital, Lakesmere has designed and installed the building envelope solution for the new Pathology and Rehabilitation buildings
Call for Entry for LEAF awards extended
(August 2007)
Due to popular demand the closing date for the prestigious Leading European Architects Forum (LEAF) Awards 2007 has been extended
Mouchel Parkman and HBS acquisition
(August 2007)
Mouchel Parkman's GBP46.24 million acquisition of HBS has significantly strengthened its professional property offering
IES Consulting helps achieve highest BREEAM score
(July 2007)
IES Consulting helps deliver office building which has been awarded the highest ever BREEAM score of 87.55%, opened for business this month
Impact develops proposals for new Academy
(July 2007)
The Impact Partnership, which includes Mouchel Parkman, has been awarded a commission to develop proposals and procure a contractor partner for a new GBP16.5m academy