Here, Courtney Chandler, PR and Social Media Associate Account Manager at Dragonfly PR, looks at how architects, builders and developers can generate sales leads and maximise visibility through digital PR.

Healthcare challenges are evolving, and architectural practices must meet new demands with innovative solutions, particularly when it comes to dementia-friendly design as dementia cases rise.

De Matos Ryan has collaborated with renowned Interior Designer Dorothée Meilichzon (CHZON) to create a new pavilion building for Cowley Manor.

Belfast Grand Central Station has welcomed its first passengers, with bus services now operating from the new multi-modal terminus, set to be the largest integrated transport facility on the island of Ireland when the rail platforms open later this month. The station sets a new standard for the forthcoming renewal of public transport infrastructure and connectivity across the island.

In this Q&A, Bill Webb, Architect and Co-Founder of Able Partners, reflects on his journey from art student to architectural innovator. Bill discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his career, the inspirations behind his designs and his insights into the architectural world. Discover how his unique experiences have influenced his approach to creating impactful spaces.

Visual appeal is only part of the equation in today’s design landscape. Functionality is now just as important as the auditory experience of a space. Driven by a growing emphasis on employee wellness, neurodiversity and business productivity, architects now recognise that room acoustics are a key component, says Ben Hancock, Managing Director at Oscar Acoustics.

Hanwha Galleria, a famous shopping centre in Seoul, will be given a Heatherwick studio makeover following a competition to reimagine six sites in the South Korean capital. The brief asked for a design that will challenge conventional notions of a luxury department store and affirm the country’s increasingly influential role as a global cultural powerhouse.

Leading UK architecture firm Corstorphine & Wright has announced the completion of The Scoop, a unique concave office building in Southwark, London. The innovative design reuses an existing building and integrates a conical cut-out facade in white-glazed bricks, creating a playful and novel response to the site’s context and neighbouring church.

Kathryn Tormay, Head of Product at Crown Paints, delves into the latest eco-friendly innovations.

FC&A hears from Gordon Hines, the UK Technical Manager for SFS Group Fastening Technology, about best practice in relation to specifying the appropriate mounting solutions for rainscreen systems in new-build and retrofit situations.

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