The latest news, trends and advice on refurb and retrofit in the industry
This month’s focus, Refurb & Retrofit, centres on British Standards BS5543 from Klober, and BS 8612 from BMI.
ZHA and A_Lab (Norway) to build two stations on the Fornebubanen metro
Zaha Hadid Architects and A_Lab have won the architectural competition to design the Fornbuporten and Fornebu Senter stations, two of the six stations planned for the new Fornebubanen metro line in Oslo.
“Trusted” Armstrong Ceilings deliver a contemporary aesthetic
Bespoke mesh metal ceilings bring form and function to an office refurbishment.
Evinox Comment on Changes to Hot Water Services in NHBC Standards for 2019
The NHBC is the UK’s leading warranty and insurance provider for new homes, setting standards for registered builders and working to help improve the construction quality of the homes they build.
Johnstone's Trade launches Air Pure
Johnstone’s Trade introduces new Air Pure – an innovative bio-based wall and ceiling paint that actually purifies indoor air, helping architects and designers respond to increasing calls for improved air quality in buildings.
RMIG helps realise the most ambitious architectural projects
RMIG’s City Emotion philosophy exists to capture the passion for creative and exciting urban design by offering innovative technologies and materials. Recent case studies showing the use of perforated and expanded metal for facades and sunscreens include:
Building Safer Structures with Simpson Strong-Tie
Leading construction connector manufacturer Simpson Strong-Tie has upgraded its Building Safer Structures 2019 seminar, approved by the CPD Certification Service and Engineers Ireland.
Safeguard research shows homes at risk despite damp treatment
Homes throughout the UK may be at risk from rising damp despite being equipped with chemical damp-proof courses (DPCs), according to research from Safeguard Europe – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-proofing and waterproofing technology.
How can adjudicators ensure they remain competent to adjudicate?
As an Adjudicator Nominating Body (ANB) RICS has a duty to ensure its panel of adjudicators can handle real life practical problems, such as managing the timetable and challenging parties and dealing with allegations about conflicts of interest. In recent years the latter problem area has been a particularly topical subject. Parties and courts have on several occasions scrutinised the way adjudicators have handled questions which seek to obtain reassurance about their independence and ability to act impartially.
