Features
Spanish-Swiss Architect, Santiago Calatrava, has received the MIPIM Award for ‘Best Innovative Green Building’ for the design of Rio de Janeiro’s most-visited science museum, the Museum of Tomorrow. Here, FC&A celebrates this accolade with a tribute to Santiago Calatrava’s Neo-futuristic, green design.
A dynamic team of architects, designers and consultants are celebrating the completion of the £22m cultural hub project, The Curve, located in the centre of Slough, Berkshire, UK.
When the leases for International Game Technology’s (IGT) three London offices were about to expire in 2016, the company acquired a 17,300ft² office at 10 Finsbury Square to create one big central office. Woods Hardwick was appointed to maximise the space through creative and efficient design while delivering sound value for money.
Environmentally-friendly construction: What is it and why should we be paying it attention? Nifty Lift explores further.
Mike Goodhead, Divisional Manager for ISD Solutions’ new industrial waterproofing division, explains what you should look out for when considering a green roof and how to maximise success.
A new pilot branch of Santander on Tottenham Court Road cleverly utilises a fully automatic DORMA Varitrans glass moveable wall system from Style to create a safe and secure out-of-hours ATM lobby.
Leading tile supplier, Solus Ceramics has revitalised a 39-bedroom boutique hotel with the use of its bespoke tiling throughout its spa refurbishment.
Daniel Libeskind has opened the doors to one of his finest projects – Zlota 44, Europe’s tallest residential tower. FC&A explores further.
Late, partial and non-payment continues to cause serious problems within the construction industry. Jonathan Hyndman, Partner at solicitors firm Rosling King, looks at the issues to be considered before an unpaid party suspends performance or seeks to terminate following non-payment.
Until now, the greatest period of timber building was between 1200 and 1700 AD. Fast forward over 300 years and we are now truly realising the full capabilities of this strong, sustainable and technically-advanced structural solution. Here, Alex Goodfellow, Chairman of the Structural Timber Association and Group Managing Director of Stewart Milne Timber Systems, shares his technical insight.
