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The Knowledge Centre Arhus – meaning open house’ – is a public information forum and meeting place. It houses the city’s library and archive, in addition to teaching facilities, meeting rooms, offices and social spaces. CW 50 curtain wall system Designed by architects BURO II & ARCH 1, the building is based on an old[…]
The building, which is being renovated into a retail space with private apartments, is situated in an area of special character; the designer had very specific ideas for its exterior. With its glazed ceramic tile finish, alsecco’s external wall insulation system has been installed on the building in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey Glazed tiles were[…]
DORMAs Secure model is the latest addition to its FLEX family. Alongside the ST FLEX and ST FLEX Green models, the new automatic sliding door has been designed to provide an aesthetically pleasing door system for contemporary properties. ST FLEX Secure automatic sliding door has been developed to provide anti-intruder and anti-vandalism protection, whilst maintaining[…]
Automatic door operators To ensure ease of use, whilst allowing for electronic locking, GEZEs Slimdrive EMD-F electromechanical swing door operators were specified. The 7cm operators were installed in the Council Chamber, which features large wooden doors at 2.4 metres high. The EMD-F operators were supplied especially for these doors, as well as several wooden and[…]
Hosted by BBCs Louise Minchin and NFRC CEO Ray Horwood at the Hilton London Metropole, the ceremony recognised excellence in roofing, as well as individuals and organisations that go above and beyond the call of duty. Lakesmere also won the Vertical Cladding/Rainscreen award for the National Graphene Institute, Manchester To mark the tenth anniversary of[…]
StormCrates create underground storage tanks to manage and control stormwater where it falls. Suited for a range of commercial, residential and industrial applications, StormCrates comprise of 18kg modular units which measure at 120cm x 60cm x 42cm. The crates can be wrapped in a geotextile that allows stored water to seep into the surrounding ground[…]
Hampton Court and Richmond Court are two historic apartment blocks, located in Birmingham. They have recently undergone a £2.9m refurbishment for the city’s council. As part of the project, the buildings’ old roofs were stripped back for structural assessment to determine whether a World War II bombing had caused any lasting damage. After the results[…]
In each of Dulux Decorator Centre’s 188 British stores, a specialist area has been added to highlight the latest innovations in wallpaper design. Dulux Decorator Centre’s in-store wallpaper areas have been designed to help customers choose the right wallpaper for their homes Featuring a free sample service and help with matching paints, the areas have[…]
After partnering with social housing providers, Incommunities Group, Crown Paints has used its specification and colour expertise to improve Kennedy House’s communal areas. The high rise block, which is located in Keighley, West Yorkshire, was lacking a bright and welcoming environment. By using its Crown Trade Timonox paint, Crown Paints was able to cater to[…]
Domus Radial Polypipe has been recognised at the Housebuilder Product Awards for three consecutive years. Domus Radial won the award for its innovative design that delivers increased air flow whilst offering an easy installation process and quiet whole house system. The product is specifically designed for use with whole house centralised ventilation appliances, including Mechanical[…]
