Hauraton channels drain Blue Badge scheme parking bays at RHS Wisley
On 10th June 2019, Alan Titchmarsh, MBE, opened the first phase of The Welcome Building and surrounding landscape at Royal Horticultural Society gardens, Wisley, Surrey. The new facility has transformed the experience for visitors to the gardens with new buildings including a spacious arrivals hall, café, shop, plant centre and a 100 seat restaurant. There are now three large car/coach parks including Blue Badge scheme easy access bays for visitors in park two.
Schöck thermal break solutions specified at Hendon Waterside
Minimising energy use in buildings by improving the thermal performance of the building envelope has become increasingly important in the drive for sustainability and energy efficiency. And the prevention of thermal bridging is critical with structural attachments, such as balconies. This was a particularly important consideration at the extensive new Hendon Waterside project.
Uncomplicated dementia- friendly bathroom design
In the UK, the number of people aged 60 or over is expected to pass the 20 million mark by 2030. With an ageing population, dementia is on the rise. Here, Stuart Reynolds, Head of Product and Marketing at AKW, discusses how architects and house-builders can design longevity into their build projects by creating bathrooms that are more dementia-friendly, promoting both dignity and safety for an ageing population..
Creating a healthy environment for future generations
A healthy building supports the physical and mental wellbeing of its occupants whilst doing as little damage to the environment as possible. Through the use of natural materials, healthy buildings establish a sustainable and durable structure, establishing a higher energy efficiency, says Adrian Judd, Operations Director at Steico UK
Flexible and environmentally-sound design with powder coating and aluminium
Richard Besant, Sales Director at Powdertech Corby, discusses why the latest powder coatings, when used in combination with aluminium, not only expand design perspectives but also help the environment through promoting the use of sustainable and environmentally-friendly materials.
Good design reduces risk in tall building construction
During construction, buildings can be more vulnerable to fires than when completed. In the event of a blaze, a tall building’s riser often acts like a chimney and, therefore, needs protection to ensure flames do not move from one floor to another, writes Nick Atkinson, Director at Ambar Kelly.
IR35 and the construction industry
IR35 is coming into play for medium- and large-sized private companies from April 2020, following its roll out in the public sector in April 2017, writes Phil Beardwood, Compliance and Assurance Director at the Morson Group.
We look forward to meeting you at The Surface Design Show, 2020.
Providing customers with the opportunity to see, touch and discuss design products is a priority for Powdertech Corby and the Surface Design Show, Feb 11-13 2020, provides an ideal opportunity to do just that. Amongst our wide range of powder coatings we have two particularly relevant systems from our Collections range that we are putting on show.
A Glass Act
Why is glass such a popular material for commercial buildings, and how can the material be used to overcome challenges such as space, light and acoustics while helping buildings to meet sustainability requirements? Simon Boocock, Managing Director of CRL Europe, takes a look.
Why mixed-use property is the future of development
‘People make places’. This is the driving force for a growing number of developers who are putting people, and particularly community, at the heart of what they do. Factors such as good design or a convenient location alone are no longer enough, leading to a growing trend in mixed-use developments. Mixed-use developments combine both commercial and residential aspects. In short, they allow people to live, work and play in a concentrated area, writes Founder of Blackswan Property, Marcus Hawley.
