Archetech - Issue 30 2017

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London Bridge Underground Station Redevelopment

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arlier this year Network Rail opened the main concourse area to the largest transport project London has seen for many years – the London Bridge Underground Redevelopment. The mammoth £6.5Bn plan began back in 2011 and its central feature is the vast timber ceiling that spans the main concourse, roughly the size of the pitch at Wembley Stadium.

Originally specified by architects Grimshaw, the BCL system was identified early on by Network Rail and main contractor Costain as the system of choice, given its unique design flexibility, outstanding acoustic performance and the increased design and installation services provided by BCL. Several challenges existed, not only the control of ambient sound from the 75 million passengers the station sees every year, but also the structural reverberation produced by on average 18 trains per hour and, given its prominence, the need for upwards blast protection in the event of a terrorist threat.

BCL’s unique open-configurable system allowed the architects to design three unique panel configurations, which along with dedicated testing certificates, provided a mix of Class A and Class B

acoustically rated panels to create a unique aesthetic to the project, whilst tackling sound reverberation targets.

These panels were married with BCL’s unique ‘bomb-blast’ grid system, with double locking clips and secondary tethering, helping to prevent a ceiling from collapsing in the event of a blast.

Lastly, the grid was fixed to the underside of the concourse using spring-loaded mounting brackets that help to deflect reverberation evenly and prevent the ceiling itself vibrating from the trains above.

All of the Western Red Cedar used across the 7,000sqm expanse was fire treated to Class 0 and also finished with a clear UV resistant lacquer to provide a long-lasting quality finish.

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Main Features Editors Choice 16 - 21 Architectural Projects & Services 25 - 27 Bathrooms & Kitchens 30 - 41 Doors, Windows & Fittings 47 - 57 Education & Healthcare 58 - 65 Floors & Flooring 66 - 68 Heating, Ventilation & Insulation 69 - 73 Interiors & Interior Design 79 - 87 Landscaping & External Works 91 - 93 Lighting & Electrical 94 - 99 Roofing & Cladding 101 Safety, Security & Fire Protection 102 - 103 Timber & Timber Frame 104 - 106 Editorial Showcase 108 - 114

Case Studies Green Places Community Clubhouse / Chain 10 Urban Space Design - 8 Breaking with architectural tradition, each floor of the clubhouse has its own distinctive design. The building is a shared space for the residents of an independent community.

Squire & Partners / Howick Place - 22 When the post office vacated their sorting office in Victoria, creative Italian developer Fabbriche Ceramiche saw the potential for a creative hub in the area.

Spiroj Architecture - 40 Spiroj Architecture endeavour to keep their promise to design new ways to live. Specialising in residential design and building means that their work influences directly the lives and wellbeing of the clients.

Newport Street Gallery, An Architectural Masterpiece - 42 The realisation of the long term ambition of artist Damien Hirst to share his extensive private collection of more than 3,000 works of contemporary art with the public.

ACME / Victoria Gate - 44 The brief for the Victoria Gate master-plan was to design a new, vibrant, key urban block in Leeds city centre which provided retail and leisure uses anchored by a department store.

Victorian Slot House / Studio Octopi A terraced house in North London recnetly redesigned by Stuido Octop. A creative Architecture practice based in Central London, Established in 2013.

Steyn Studio / Bosjes Chapel - 80 The new chapel, set with a vineyard in South Africa, is designed by South-African born Coatzee Steyn of London based Steyn Studio.

WG+P / Wiseton Road - 86 A remodel of an existing ground floor extension and create an open plan kitchen/living space, as well as adding an additional first floor extension and new feature staircases within the existing house.

Eole on the Evergreen campus / Arte Charpentier Architectes - 88 Right at Paris’ doorstep, the Evergreen Campus hosts the Credit Agricole’s head office. Multiple corporate entities share this space.

Draw Architecture - 95 London based architecture and design practice with a wide range of skills and experience of delivering projects in residential, community, housing, health and master planning.

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Eclipse / FAHR 021.3 - 58 The celebratory piece eclipse marks the 20th anniversary of the classification of the historic centre of Porto as Uneso World Heritage site.

Symmetrys Limited - 76 Innovative engineering solutions deliver Eglon House - London’s answer to Architectural Gem Maison De Verre

When the sun brings warmth, the building’s design provides shelter for the pool.

Data sheet Office name - Chain 10 Urban Space Design Location - Tainan City, Taiwan Client - KUO YANG CONSTRUCTION CO. LTD. Lead designer - KENG-FU LO Project end date - 2015/09 Photographer - Kuo-Min LEE

Each floor of the clubhouse has its own distinctive design.

Green Places community clubhouse Chain 10 urban SpaCE DESign WorDS: chain 10 urban sPace DesiGn

phoToS: Kuo-min lee

KenG-Fu lo, leaD DesiGner of the Green Places Community Clubhouse, located in Tainan, Taiwan, sees a building as a living being. Breaking with architectural tradition, each floor of the clubhouse has its own distinctive design. The building is a shared space for the residents of an independent community. It provides spaces for dining, reading, exercising, learning, sharing and communication. The floors are stacked vertically as a series of free curves. The design is based on natural patterns and includes a reflecting pond, outdoor plaza and unobstructed views of the nearby hills. Varied surfaces with differing heights encourage people to walk in and explore the interior. Natural elements are brought into the building not only through its décor, but with a wall formed of tall trees. The result is a harmonious environment where human life maintains contact with nature.

Height differences are used to create a more efficient water cycle.

Nano silane ketone resin, used on the outdoor wall, effectively The design emphasizes not only a comfortable indoor environment, but a natural outdoor environment.

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The use of continuous glass windows breaks spatial barriers, inviting nature indoors and creating links between inside and outside. To solve the western-sun-exposure problem common in Taiwan, the solid wall is positioned on the west of the building, reducing the impact of intense sunlight on the interior temperature. On the other hand, the second floor swimming pool faces a stand of trees on the east side, moderating the temperature on cold winter mornings. When the sun brings warmth, the building’s design provides shelter for the pool. The net result is a human space with ample natural sun, air and water.

controls mould while providing waterproofing and allowing air circulation. The gaps between the anodized aluminum panels and RC walls help vent air warmed by the sun, increasing the energy efficiency of the indoor cooling system.

The design emphasizes not only a comfortable indoor environment, but a natural outdoor environment. In addition to fulfilling residents’ needs, it provides a comfortable environment where residents enjoy socializing with their neighbours. The aim is to give the community’s residents a sense of belonging and happiness.

about chain 10 urban sPace DesiGn CHAIN 10 URBAN SPACE DESIGN is located in Taiwan. Its projects include architecture and interior design for retail, offices, residential, recreation centres and more.

The firm believes it is important to build connections between people and the environment, and strives for consistency in its designs, from architecture to interior design.

The firm’s projects have won numerous awards, including the Japan JCD DESIGN AWARD- Silver Award, USA IDA Design Awards- Silver Award, A’ Design Award-Golden Award, UK WIN Awards, UK Asia Pacific Property Awards WinnerFive Star Award, UK SBID Awards, German Red Dot Award Winner, German iF Design Award, IAI Award-The Best Design Awards,HKDA Global Design Awards, I-ding AwardGolden Award, Asia Design Award-Golden Award,Taipei International Design Award - IFI Special Award,IIDA Best of Asia Pacific Design Awards. Its projects have been featured in the ARCHITCTURE+KITCHEN III yearbook and “More than Design” design magazine (Austria).

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The use of continuous glass windows breaks spatial barriers, inviting nature indoors and creating links between inside and outside

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Advanced Foundation Technology Limited (AFT) is the UK business of engineer and entrepreneur Olof Christensen. For many years Olof has been installing foundations in Sweden and Scandinavia and as recently as 2012 72% of homes built in Sweden and Scandinavia used a foundation system based on his product Groundshield Way more than just a foundation Groundshield is an ideal raft foundation system for houses but also buildings in general as can be seen across Sweden. It is simple to build typically taking about three days for two people to construct an average sized house foundation – including underfloor heating and the finished ground floor.

AFT design each foundation on a case by case basis to ensure every foundation is specified to incorporate any load bearing and design requirements and also its own specific underfloor heating needs. Most builders choose underfloor heating but it is optional.

The complete package of components, including the “L”

shaped cement coated perimeter sections unique to Groundshield, are delivered to site together with a full design. With this delivery, basic construction skills and minimal training after three days you will have a foundation and prepared ground floor ready to receive finish the finish of your choice.

Groundshield is probably the only turnkey foundation system in Europe to comply with every EU health, safety and environmental Directive and complies with all EU law. We know Brexit is happening, the Prime Minister keeps telling us it is, but Groundshield satisfies the requirements of all 28 states – so it’s safe and efficient and built to easily outlast the 21st century.

Apart from offering a quick, simple and highly cost effective solution Groundshield also provides thermal efficiency on a scale usually only dreamt of. In three days you can build foundations and a prepared ground floor equipped with underfloor heating designed to keep Scandinavians warm throughout some of the longest and coldest winters in Europe.

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ArcHaus Receives a Facelift from Remmers The exterior of this iconic building was suffering with high levels of damage, including salt ingress and excessive cracking to the render and brickwork.

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strength concrete repair mortar.

OS Concre Fill and Impregnation Primer were also applied prior to the application of the final protective coating system.

To mitigate reflective cracking in the future, Remmers Elastoflex system with reinforcement was applied throughout, giving a high degree of finish to the exterior of this 1930’s landmark building.

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Squire and partners’ designs for the imposing red brick building retained some handsome original victorian features.

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When the Post oFFice vacateD their sorting office in Victoria, creative Italian developer Fabbriche Ceramiche saw the potential for a creative hub in the area, aimed towards design and arts based tenants who could benefit from shared space and the cross fertilisation of ideas and products.

Squire and Partners’ designs for the imposing red brick building retained some handsome original Victorian features, and sensitively maintained and exploited the existing character, both internally and externally, whilst inserting new modern interventions to complement the original. Materials such as CoreTen steel, glazed bricks and wrought iron relate to the buildings’ history. Existing steel beams and columns were retained and refurbished, and the original ceiling exposed.

Externally, the front facade was cleaned and repaired with new large-pane windows to maximise natural light inside the building.

On the upper floors of the building, residential accommodation is provided in loft style apartments which again exploit existing Victorian details to create a distinctive character to the development. Double height and mezzanine spaces make the use of high ceilings and oversized Victorian windows, and create interesting living spaces. A palette of materials is used which draws on historical references including glazed ceramic bricks, stone and wrought iron. The ultimate luxury within this development is the generous volumes of space afforded to both commercial studios and residential apartments.

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Groundshield - The Complete Solution Today's foundations are not just there as a long term base for our houses, they need to be very thermally efficient too. Groundshield is the new generation of insulated raft foundations from AFT Ltd. AFT are the UK's leading designer and builder of insulated raft foundations using modern materials and methods to construct foundations that will perform and last for the lifetime of the building and beyond.

Outstanding Flexibility

Groundshield can be designed to suit a wide range of house types, including split level houses, circular houses, houses with basements, houses with swimming pools, all are easily and expertly accommodated by our Engineer. Groundshield has been used for, passive houses, timber frame, steel frame, ICF's, masonry brick and block, single and multi-storey houses and demonstrated outstanding flexibility. Based on a soil survey, establishing the ground condition, the right type of foundation can be chosen. Piled foundations can also be accommodated. Groundshield can also accept any underfloor heating product easily offering the perfect platform for an efficient system. Groundshield doesn’t require any screed as the power floated slab is the finished floor.

Outstanding Performance

Groundshield achieves unsurpassed U values and PSi values (linear thermal bridging values) due to its bridge free design and excellent thermal components. U values as low as 0.08 W/m2K and PSi values as low as 0.01 W/m.K are possible with the minimum increase in materials and cost.

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Groundshield can be installed with a small team of experienced groundworkers. Once the ground is prepared with hardcore and chippings a timescale of 2 -3 days can be expected to final pour and power floating.

Outstanding Quality

Groundshield components are of the highest quality. The major component is Expanded Polystyrene (EPS), which comes in three densities; EPS 100, EPS200, EPS300 to receive the highest line and point loads in the design. Expanded Polystyrene has a well-established green credentials with a BRE Green Guide rating of A+ and is a long lasting material because it is non-biodegradable. EPS is lightweight, clean, easy to handle and will put no damaging chemicals into the ground or water supply.

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Because of its simple design and high performance components Groundshield uses less concrete and reinforcement resulting in a really economical foundation. Added to this the speed of construction and minimal waste for disposal Groundshield mean it is the perfect solution for insulated raft foundations.

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AFT have many years of experience in designing and constructing foundations for a variety of clients and house types and achieved a Grand Design special award as a Green Hero in 2014. Groundshield have been the first fully CE marked raft foundation system in the UK/Europe and the system is backed by AFT's product liability insurance to give the client complete peace of mind and a foundation which will continue to benefit the householder for the entire lifetime of the building.

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Comprehensive facade planning

Form as expression of emotionality With With his his striking striking buildings, buildings, the the internationally internationally renowned renowned architect architect Hadi Hadi Teherani Teherani characterizes characterizes cityscapes cityscapes in in Germany Germany and and abroad. abroad. His His comprehensive comprehensive design design approach approach also also becomes becomes apparent apparent in in the the context context of of facades. facades. According According to to Teherani, Teherani, aa“perfect“ “perfect“ facade facade is is not not only only functional functional but but also also emotionally emotionally attractive attractive -- and and thus thus is is far far more more than than just just the the shell shell of of aa building. building. On On the the occasion occasion of of the the BAU BAU 2017 2017 trade trade fair fair at at Munich, Munich, he he and and his his company company Hadi Hadi Teherani Teherani Design Design created created an an impressive impressive presentation presentation setting setting for for the the building building material material of of ceramics ceramics in in general general and and ceramics ceramics for for facades facades in in particular particular in in the the central central area area of of the the stand stand of of AGROB AGROB BUCHTAL. BUCHTAL. That That is is why why an an interview interview was was realized realized with with him him about about modern modern building building shells shells and and the the possibilities possibilities off offered ered by by ceramics ceramics in in this this fifield eld of of application. application.

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1. The The shell shell of of aa building building decisively decisively contributes contributes to to the the formation formation of of its its identity. identity. What What is is essential essential for for aa“perfect “perfect facade“ facade“ in in your your opinion? opinion?

The The image image of of the the building building in in the the streetscape streetscape manifests manifests the the content content of of the the architecture architecture and and the the demands demands made made on on it. it. Thus, Thus, the the facade facade not not only only provides provides the the necessary necessary structural-physical structural-physical protection protection but but also also expresses expresses the the complex complex architectural architectural objective objective in in combination combination with with the the shape shape and and the the openings openings of of the the building. building. A A passer-by passer-by which which has has no no opportunity opportunity to to see see the the interior interior of of the the building building can can get get an an impression impression of of what what is is going going on on behind behind the the facade. facade. The The quality quality in in the the interior interior becomes becomes visible visible and and perceptible perceptible by by the the outward outward appearance. appearance.

Thus, Thus, the the demands demands made made on on the the facade facade comprise comprise the the entire, entire, comprehensive comprehensive spectrum spectrum of of architecture. architecture.

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2. Can Can you you explain explain on on the the basis basis of of one one of of your your projects projects which which part part the the facade facade design design plays plays in in your your work? work?

There There is is no no logical logical separation separation between between the the diff different erent design design and and planning planning phases. phases. Already Already at at the the time time of of the the very very fifirst rst ideas, ideas, the the facade facade is is also also involved, involved, just just as as fifirst rst visions visions concerning concerning spatial spatial confi configuration guration and and interior interior design. design. Like Like in in aa musical musical composition, composition, individual individual passages passages cannot cannot be be temporarily temporarily excluded excluded for for dealing dealing with with them them later. later.

The The only only thing thing that that varies varies in in the the diff different erent project project phases phases is is the the intensity intensity of of dealing dealing with with them. them. In In the the case case of of“Tanzende “Tanzende Türme” Türme”at at Hamburg, Hamburg, the the facade facade had had to to refl reflect ect the the dynamism dynamism of of the the building building as as ifif itit had had been been exclusively exclusively made made for for that. that. In In the the case case of of“Kranhäuser” “Kranhäuser”at at Cologne, Cologne, the the task task was was right right from from the the start start to to visualize visualize the the diff different erent typologies typologies of of the the multimultistorey storey buildings, buildings, but but also also the the overall overall eff effect ect of of the the three-part three-part ensemble. ensemble.

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3. Your Your work work is is based based on on aa comprehensive comprehensive approach approach including including the the architecture, architecture, the the details details as as well well as as individual individual design design products products which which you you are are developing developing on on the the basis basis of of the the respective respective architecture. architecture. How How do do you you plan plan aa facade facade in in your your offi office? ce?

With With the the fifirst rst conceptual conceptual idea, idea, itit is is clear clear from from the the beginning beginning in in which which direction direction we we want want to to develop develop the the facade. facade. The The concept concept is is derived derived from from

the the interior interior design design and and the the urbanistic urbanistic context. context. Especially Especially the the materials materials used used on on the the facade facade must must refl reflect ect the the existing existing environment. environment. This This does does not not mean mean that that adaptation adaptation is is the the only only right right solution. solution.

Variation Variation and and contrast contrast are are further further appropriate appropriate possibilities, possibilities, provided provided that that the the concept concept off offers ers the the conditions conditions for for that that on on the the basis basis of of the the task task defi definition. nition.

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4. As As regards regards the the choice choice and and the the use use of of materials materials at at the the facade facade design design -whether whether classic, classic, traditional traditional materials materials or or modern, modern, unusual unusual solutions solutions -- there there is is an an immense immense variety variety of of alternatives alternatives today. today. In In which which materials materials and and functions functions are are you you particularly particularly interested interested at at the the facade facade planning? planning?

New New materials materials are are always always interesting. interesting.

The The progress progress in in the the development development of of the the materials materials opens opens up up new new creative creative scope scope at at the the design. design. Every Every architect architect and and designer designer is is fascinated fascinated by by that. that. Glass, Glass, whose whose transparency transparency is is adjustable, adjustable, reduces reduces the the heat heat input input to to aa minimum. minimum. Corian Corian permits permits aa new new kind kind of of discreet discreet aesthetics aesthetics and and aa subtle subtle illumination. illumination. In In the the case case of of ceramics, ceramics, II am am fascinated fascinated by by its its three-dimensional three-dimensional structures, structures, surfaces, surfaces, colours colours and and textures. textures. This This material material off offers ers undreamed-of undreamed-of possibilities possibilities for for designing designing the the portion portion of of closed closed facade facade surfaces, surfaces, which which necessarily necessarily is is the the greater greater one one for for reasons reasons of of energy energy effi efficiency. ciency.

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5. Which Which premise premise does does apply apply in in connection connection with with facades facades in in your your opinion? opinion?“Form “Form follows follows Function“ Function“ or or “Function “Function follows follows Form“?

Form“? Or Or in in other other words: words: do do you you primarily primarily focus focus on on

creative creative aesthetics aesthetics or or do do you you attach attach importance importance to to functional functional quality quality and and the the integration integration in in the the urban urban or or rural rural environment? environment?

In In contrast contrast to to the the artist, artist, the the architect architect always always has has the the task task of of giving giving the the functional functional requirements requirements of of everyday everyday life life aa form form and and an an environment. environment. IfIf one one is is looking looking for for aa short short defi definition nition for for this, this, itit can can only only be be“Form “Form follows follows Function“.

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6. Techniques Techniques such such as as digital digital printing printing open open up up amazing amazing and and almost almost unlimited unlimited aesthetic aesthetic possibilities. possibilities. This This also also and and especially especially applies applies to to ceramic ceramic facades. facades.

Do Do you you prefer prefer project-specifi project-specificc special special productions productions or or do do you you also also work work with with high-quality high-quality standard standard solutions, solutions, or or can can you you imagine imagine aa“harmonious “harmonious cocoexistence“ existence“ of of both both schools schools of of thought? thought?

This This always always depends depends on on the the respective respective situation situation and and task task defi definition. nition. The The possibilities possibilities of of the the standard standard solutions solutions already already provide provide immense immense design design scope scope down down to to the the details. details. Thus, Thus, itit is is not not always always necessary necessary to to work work with with an an absolute absolute novelty novelty or or special special production. production.

Sometimes, Sometimes, however, however, itit suggests suggests itself itself to to further further develop develop the the possibilities possibilities of of the the material material ifif aa particular particular building building project project or or situation situation gives gives reason reason to to this. this.

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With With its its pre-elementing pre-elementing and and its its stony stony look, look, ceramics ceramics conveys conveys the the tectonic tectonic approach approach of of architecture architecture in in aa particular particular way. way. ItIt is is aa durable, durable, hard hard and and very very resistant resistant material material of of high high haptic haptic value, value, but but nevertheless nevertheless very very genuine genuine and and natural. natural.

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8. Within Within the the framework framework of of this this presentation, presentation, you you were were intensively intensively dealing dealing with with raw raw materials materials for for the the production production of of ceramics, ceramics, their their processing processing as as well well as as the the diverse diverse end end products. products.

Which Which new new aspects aspects and and facts facts could could you you discover discover with with regard regard to to ceramic ceramic facades? facades?

II was was surprised surprised by by the the variety variety of of methods methods for for the the production production of of ceramic ceramic facades facades and and the the completely completely diff different erent look look created created in in this this way. way. The The spectrum spectrum extends extends from from plane plane large large formats formats to to structured structured profi profiles les and and on on to to special special individual individual forms. forms.

Besides Besides the the rough rough clay clay look, look, the the range range of of surfaces surfaces also also includes includes coloured coloured glazed glazed solutions solutions in in diff different erent degrees degrees of of gloss gloss or or sophisticated sophisticated printed printed designs. designs.

me, me, however, however, this this material material also also owes owes its its special special charm charm to to its its noble, noble, particularly particularly demanding demanding and and durable durable character. character.

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10. Ceramics Ceramics is is one one of of the the oldest oldest materials materials at at all. all. At At the the same same time, time, itit is is aa highly highly innovative innovative material material which which is is used, used, for for example, example, in in the the aerospace aerospace industry industry and and stands stands out out thanks thanks to to special special characteristics. characteristics. Which Which potentials potentials do do you you see see for for the the use use of of ceramics ceramics in in the the building building sector sector in in the the future? future?

Sustainability Sustainability will will continue continue to to be be the the main main subject subject of of our our time. time. The The natural natural and and durable durable ceramic ceramic material material has has excellently excellently proved proved itself itself in in this this respect. respect.

Its Its great great potential potential for for realizing realizing free, free, innovative innovative structures structures and and surfaces surfaces even even permits permits highly highly individualized individualized designs. designs.

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9. Are Are there there certain certain types types of of buildings buildings or or“situations“ “situations“ for for which which you you could could imagine imagine ceramic ceramic facades? facades?

Especially Especially in in the the case case of of large large closed closed surfaces surfaces of of museums, museums, shopping shopping worlds worlds and and residential residential buildings, buildings, ceramics ceramics permits permits to to return return to to fifiligree ligree segmentation segmentation and and proportionality, proportionality, which which often often gets gets lost lost at at big big“monumental“ “monumental“ projects. projects. To To

The The fascinating fascinating aspects aspects of of ceramics ceramics were were staged staged by by hadi hadi Teherani Teherani Design Design at at the the BAU BAU 2017 2017 (Munich) (Munich) by by an an interactive interactive presentation presentation in in the the central central area area of of the the AGROB AGROB BUCHTAL BUCHTAL stand. stand.

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impressive impressive presentation presentation setting setting for for the the building building material material of of ceramics ceramics in in general general and and facade facade ceramics ceramics in in particular particular in in the the centre centre of of the the stand stand of of AGROB AGROB BUCHTAL. BUCHTAL. Why Why are are you you so so fascinated fascinated by by this this material? material?

Vision 2017 explores the future of architecture, landscape design and products A imed imed at at architects, architects, designers, designers, specifiers specifiers and and their their clients, clients, Vision Vision 2017 2017 provides provides an an international international focus focus for for innovative innovative products products and and building building solutions, solutions, bringing bringing together together some some of of the the best best designs designs and and leading leading figures figures from from across across Western Western Europe.

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The The exhibitors exhibitors at at Vision Vision cover cover aa range range of of products, products, materials materials and and solutions, solutions, including including research research and and development development into into the the latest latest software, software, bringing bringing together together industry industry leaders leaders to to discuss discuss challenges challenges in in today’s today’s complex complex market market and and ways ways to to deal deal with with changing changing legislation. legislation. Woodscape Woodscape –– widely widely known known for for their their beautiful beautiful hardwood hardwood

street street furniture furniture and and external external structures structures for for the the UK’s UK’s most most vibrant vibrant public public spaces spaces –– will will display display features features from from their their #designthenation #designthenation projects projects that that demonstrate demonstrate the the breadth breadth of of our our urban urban design design experience experience and and working working relationships relationships with with architects architects and and landscape landscape designers. designers. Argex Argex is is an an ecoecofriendly friendly clay clay from from Belgium Belgium that that can can be be used used for for building, building, horticulture horticulture and and public public spaces, spaces, such such as as the the Place Place SaintSaintLambert, Lambert, aa square square in in the the centre centre of of Liège, Liège, Belgium.

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This This year year Vision Vision has has also also partnered partnered with with various various international international trade trade authorities, authorities, from from countries countries including including Belgium, Belgium, France, France, Italy, Italy, the the Netherlands, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Latvia Latvia and and the the Czech Czech Republic.

Republic. These These nations nations will will be be represented represented at at the the event event through through aa number number of of pavilions, pavilions, each each housing housing multiple multiple participants. participants. Live Live demonstrations demonstrations and and networking networking will will

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Key Key professional professional and and cultural cultural organisations organisations will will also also be be represented, represented, such such as as the the RIBA, RIBA, BRE, BRE, the the London London Festival Festival of of Architecture, Architecture, New New London London Architecture Architecture and and the the Museum Museum of of Architecture.

Architecture. The The CPD-certified CPD-certified event event is is designed designed to to educate educate and and inspire, inspire, with with international international solutions solutions to to local local problems. problems. BRE BRE have have curated curated aa series series of of talks talks aimed aimed to to target target the the main main issues issues facing facing the the construction construction industry industry today. today.

The The RIBA RIBA is is also also taking taking centre centre stage, stage, targeting targeting housing housing and and sustainability sustainability as as the the focus focus of of aa number number of of presentations presentations and and debates. debates. New New London London Architecture Architecture will will return return to to Vision Vision with with their their annual annual PechaKucha, PechaKucha, this this time time considering considering the the global global ways ways of of working working and and how how that that might might affect affect efforts efforts closer closer to to home. home.

All All the the talks talks and and presentations presentations at at Vision Vision will will take take place place under under the the umbrella umbrella topics: topics: Materials Materials Innovations, Innovations, Technological Technological Insight Insight and and Architectural Architectural && Design Design Evolution.

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Roger Roger Ridsill Ridsill from from Foster Foster ++ Partners Partners will will discuss discuss the the role role of of engineering engineering in in aa global global firm firm while while Benjamin Benjamin Garcia Garcia Saxe, Saxe, based based in in Costa Costa Rica, Rica, will will explore explore new new sustainable sustainable materials materials used used in in tropical tropical architecture. architecture. Zaha Zaha Hadid Hadid Architects’ Architects’ Stefano Stefano Paiocchi Paiocchi will will reveal reveal aa new new design design approach approach that that blends blends techniques techniques between between fashion fashion and and architectural architectural processes, processes, and and Caroline Caroline Bos Bos of of UNStudio UNStudio will will talk talk about about their their research research into into the the circular circular economy. economy.

The The free-to-attend free-to-attend exhibition exhibition is is open open for for registration registration and and will will take take place place at at Olympia Olympia from from 6-7 6-7 June, June, featuring featuring established established companies companies alongside alongside the the brightest brightest start-ups. start-ups.

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The unassuming exterior conceals a tactile project with a dual purpose— this is not only a place for display, but also for discussion. Architects are invited to hold meetings at 49 Leather Lane, where they can observe the details incorporated into the renovation, experience products

fourth container—functioning as a hot-desking office—comes into view, boasting a full-length glazing which perfectly frames the surrounding landscape. This intimate space again features Schlüter®-KERDI-BOARD and Schlüter®-LIPROTEC, and the terrace upon which it sits makes use of Schlüter®-DITRA-DRAIN, to provide effective drainage and uncoupling for another stretch of large-format tiles, installed across the area.

in situ and gain inspiration. Examples of Schlüter’s innovative technologies are abundant, giving direct examples of the benefits associated with installation.

Coming through the main entrance, visitors first find themselves in a smart reception area, the walls and floors of which are installed with Schlüter’s versatile electric surface heating system, Schlüter®DITRA-HEAT and integrated with appropriate profiles. Advancing further into the building, a wetroom (a fully functioning convenience for the showroom) demonstrates the various effects and features that can be achieved using products from the Schlüter®-KERDI range— including shower niches, shower trays and linear drainage solutions,

Finally, a step back inside and a walk to the left reveals the Porcelain Gallery, installed with the floor substrate Schlüter®-BEKOTEC and the hydronic underfloor heating system Schlüter®-BEKOTEC-THERM. Samples and assemblies on show allow visitors to choose their product experience. A wicket door within the large wooden double doors once used for deliveries then leads back onto the bustling street. With the opening of these gates during the

as well as the multi-functional Schlüter®-KERDI-BOARD installation board—which combine to create a CE-marked waterproofing solution.

The integration of IP67-compliant Schlüter®-LIPROTEC illuminated profiles allows for unique lighting scenes.

At the rear of the building, three shipping containers have been combined to form additional showroom and meeting spaces, again installed with Schlüter®-DITRA-HEAT. The walls of this area are clad with large-format tiles, mitred beautifully to give the impression of stone slabs and Schlüter®-KERDI-BOARD provides the perfect substrate to underlay and support the installation. In climbing an aged Corten steel staircase echoing the history of the area, a

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SUCCESS FOR EVOLVED

BY JT AS IT EXPANDS SIZE RANGE Leading UK shower tray manufacturer, JT, has announced three new sizes for the Evolved range following its excellent first six months in the market. The award-winning product that fuses both tray and wet room concepts is now available as a 1400 x 900, 1500 x 800 and 1600 x 800.

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At Siproj Architecture we endeAvour to keep our promise to design new ways to live. The fact that we specialise in residential design and building means that our work influences directly the lives and wellbeing of our clients. Our clients are families, young and old couples, single people and developers. It’s with this focus that we try to engage in a healthy and productive approach to architecture because every project is will inevitably be the central part of someone’s routine. A great design will bring fluidity of movement and easy access to living spaces, whereas a bad one will only create a sense of blockage and what we call design starved spaces.

Our designs focus on space maximisation, design innovation and a luxurious finish. We work in a holistic way so present, past and future spatial issues are dealt with in a unique way.

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NEWPORT STREET GALLERY AN ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE Newport Newport Street Street Gallery Gallery is is the the realisation realisation of of the the long-term long-term ambition ambition of of artist artist Damien Damien Hirst Hirst to to share share his his extensive extensive private private collection collection of of more more than than 3,000 3,000 works works of of contemporary contemporary art art with with the the public. public.

This This iconic iconic brick brick building, building, with with its its bold bold vision vision and and traditional traditional craftsmanship, craftsmanship, has has been been highly highly praised praised in in the the architectural architectural world world with with accolades accolades ranging ranging from from ‘Supreme ‘Supreme Winner’ Winner’in in the the 2016 2016 Brick Brick Development Development Association Association (BDA) (BDA) Awards Awards to to winner winner of of the the prestigious prestigious 2016 2016 Stirling Stirling Prize.

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According According to to the the judges judges of of the the Stirling Stirling Prize: Prize: “This “This highly highly accomplished accomplished and and expertly expertly detailed detailed art art gallery gallery isis aa bold bold and and confident confident contribution contribution to to the the best best of of UK UK architecture. architecture.

Caruso Caruso St St John’s John’s approach approach to to conservation conservation isis irreverent irreverent yet yet sensitive sensitive and and achieves achieves aa clever clever solution solution that that expresses expresses aa poetic poetic juxtaposition juxtaposition of of old old and and new. new. The The collection collection of of buildings buildings isis beautifully beautifully curated, curated, pulled pulled together together by by the the use use of of brick brick yet yet still still expressive expressive of of their their individuality.” individuality.”

The The project project involved involved the the conversion conversion of of three three listed listed brick brick buildings, buildings, which which had had been been built built in in 1913 1913 as as carpentry carpentry and and scenery scenery painting painting workshops workshops for for the the once once booming booming West West End End theatre theatre industry. industry. Two Two new new build build structures structures were were constructed constructed at at either either end end to to create create aa gallery gallery that that spans spans half half the the length length of of the the street. street.

The The entire entire gallery, gallery, which which occupies occupies 37,000 37,000 square square feet, feet, was was internally internally restructured restructured to to include include six six exhibition exhibition spaces spaces with with three three large large galleries galleries on on each each of of the the two two floors. floors.

The The two two levels levels of of the the gallery gallery are are linked linked by by aa set set of of three three elliptical elliptical spiral spiral staircases, staircases, which which are are constructed constructed from from white white German German engineering engineering brick brick with with built-in built-in precast precast balustrades, balustrades, making making aa spectacular spectacular feature. feature.

A A bold bold and and sympathetic sympathetic vision vision

As As both both the the ground ground and and upper upper floors floors within within the the five five buildings buildings are are continuous continuous the the spaces spaces have have the the flexibility flexibility to to accommodate accommodate both both individual individual works works and and large-scale large-scale exhibitions. exhibitions. With With some some of of the the inside inside floors floors taken taken out out to to open open up up the the space, space, the the vast vast interior interior has has been been described described as as‘cathedral ‘cathedral like’ like’.. In In fact fact one one of of the the central central galleries galleries has has aa ceiling ceiling height height of of eleven eleven metres metres split split over over two two levels levels to to allow allow for for the the installation installation of of larger larger sculptures. sculptures.

Designed Designed by

by Caruso Caruso St St John John Architects, Architects, the the gallery gallery occupies occupies aa terrace terrace of of new-build new-build and and refurbished refurbished blocks blocks that that line line Newport Newport Street’s Street’s eastern eastern side side opposite opposite the the elevated elevated railway railway arches arches in in Vauxhall, Vauxhall, south south London.

London.

The The central central architectural architectural inspiration inspiration for for the the design design was was the the original original Victorian Victorian brick brick buildings buildings with with their their unusual unusual proportions, proportions, groups groups of of low-level low-level windows windows and and high high blank blank walls. walls. This This composition composition

was was continued continued in in the the design design of of the the new new buildings, buildings, which which are are embellished embellished by by aa spikey spikey saw-tooth saw-tooth roof roof at at the the northern northern end, end, which which echoes echoes the the industrial industrial heritage heritage and and local local roofscapes. roofscapes.

Expressive Expressive brickwork brickwork As As the the brickwork brickwork was was very very much much the the unifying unifying force force binding binding the the old old and and the the new new elements elements together, together, itit was was important important that that the the new new semi-industrial semi-industrial facades facades were were as as sympathetic sympathetic as as possible possible to to the the listed listed buildings, buildings, which which was was aa challenge challenge as as much much of of the the old old brickwork brickwork comprised comprised all all sorts sorts of of different different colours. colours.

Peter Peter St St John, John, Partner Partner at at Caruso Caruso St St John John Architects Architects said: said: “We “We had had to to really really search search for for aa brick brick that that had had something something of of the the quality quality of of the the existing existing building. building. The The brick brick we we found, found, by

by Northcot Northcot in in Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire, is is an an oil oil release release brick brick with with aa smooth smooth surface. surface. It’s It’s not not like like aa London London stock stock with with aa sandy sandy surface surface and and the the colour colour match match is is pretty pretty good. good.””

After After aa detailed detailed selection selection process, process, master master brickmakers brickmakers at at Northcot Northcot Brick, Brick, who who still still use use brickmaking brickmaking techniques techniques that that have have hardly hardly changed changed over over the the centuries, centuries, created created two two distinct distinct bespoke bespoke blends: blends: Newport Newport Light Light and and Newport Newport Dark Dark to to match match to to the the ‘common’ ‘common’fletton-style fletton-style brick brick of of the the listed listed buildings. buildings.

Both Both blends blends were were essentially essentially aa variation variation

on on standard standard production, production, with with one one requiring requiring the the removal removal of of aa specific specific colour colour and and the the other other needing needing aa crisper crisper edge edge than than its its standard. standard. They They were were then then fired fired the the traditional traditional way way in in one one of of the the UK’s UK’s last last coal-fired coal-fired kilns kilns in in order order to to give give aa natural natural variation variation and and richness richness of of tone. tone.

The The majority majority of of the the brickwork brickwork was was in in Newport Newport Light Light (181,000 (181,000 bricks bricks in in total), total), aa hard hard pale pale semi-glazed semi-glazed machine-made machine-made brick, brick, which which was was laid laid predominantly predominantly in in aa Flemish Flemish bond. bond.

Tom Tom McGuire, McGuire, Managing Managing Director Director of of Grangewood Grangewood Brickwork Brickwork Services Services said: said: “By “By laying laying the the bricks bricks in in aa Flemish Flemish bond bond pattern pattern on on aa natural natural light light lime lime mortar mortar with with no no expansion expansion joints, joints, we we were were able able to to make make the the new new façade façade seem seem as as solid, solid, thick thick and and robust robust in in appearance appearance as as the the old old buildings”. buildings”.

The The lower lower courses courses were were constructed constructed with with aa total total of of 17,000 17,000 Newport Newport Dark Dark bricks, bricks, which which were were laid laid in in aa header header bond bond on on aa dark dark mortar mortar at at the the front front of of the the building building to to reference reference the the grey grey plinths plinths of of the the original original workshops. workshops. At At the the back back of of the the building building header header bonds bonds followed followed the the external external curvature curvature of of the the spiral spiral staircase. staircase.

The The precise precise quality quality of of the the finish finish and and the the intricate intricate brick brick detailing detailing was was an an immense immense work work of of craftsmanship craftsmanship from from manufacture manufacture through through to to the the specialist specialist brick brick laying laying skill skill

required, required, which which was was recognized recognized by by aa BDA BDA Craftsmanship Craftsmanship Award.

Award.

A A total total of of 6,000 6,000 bespoke bespoke handmade handmade and and standard standard machine-made machine-made special special shapes shapes were were created created to to match match both both blend blend types. types.

These These ranged ranged from from intricate intricate cappings cappings and and copings copings on on top top of of the the saw-tooth saw-tooth gable gable ends, ends, through through to to transition transition bricks bricks and and specials specials to to the the sills sills and and heads heads of of the the windows. windows.

Dale Dale Moss, Moss, Works Works Manager Manager at at Northcot Northcot Brick Brick said: said:“A “A unique unique mould mould had had to to be be made made for for each each of of the the special special shaped shaped bricks. bricks. In In many many cases cases only only one one special special was was required, required, so so these these were were fired fired as as aa one one off off with with the the mould mould never never to to be be used used again. again.””

In In addition addition to to conventional conventional masonry, masonry, header header brick brick clad clad lintels lintels embellished embellished the the windows, windows, and and aa special special lightweight lightweight FastClad FastClad brick brick slip slip system system used used the the same same bespoke bespoke blends blends to to give give continuity continuity of of detailing detailing to to the the soffits soffits in in the the main main entrance. entrance.

According According to to Peter Peter St St John: John: “Brick “Brick is is aa very very versatile versatile material material and and II think think here here we’ve we’ve demonstrated demonstrated that that we we can can turn turn something something that that was was used used for for an an industrial industrial building building into into something something that that is is really really delicate delicate and and beautiful. beautiful. Brick Brick has has that that capacity capacity because because of of its its intricate intricate surface, surface, and and because because of of the the careful careful way way in in which which itit can can be be laid. laid. II think think

it’s it’s aa very very beautiful beautiful material. material.””

An An architectural architectural masterpiece masterpiece The The five five linked linked brick brick buildings, buildings, which which are are all all different different but but obviously obviously related, related, have have created created aa sheer sheer and and impressive impressive street street elevation elevation with with aa profound profound sense sense of of historical historical context. context.

What What was was once once an an unassuming unassuming street street of of industrial industrial buildings buildings is is now now an an architectural architectural masterpiece masterpiece and and aa free free public public gallery gallery which which will will benefit benefit the the community community for for many many years years to to come. come.

Peter Peter St St John John said: said:“It’s “It’s rare rare for for architects architects to to be be given given the the opportunity opportunity to to realise realise aa personal personal vision vision of of the the quality quality of of the the Newport Newport Street Street Gallery, Gallery, and and for for that that vision vision to to have have aa generous generous public public dimension. dimension. We We see see the the building building as as aa palace palace for for direct, direct, intimate intimate and and luxurious luxurious encounters encounters with with contemporary contemporary art, art, and and we we are are very very pleased pleased that that this this award award will will bring bring more more people people to to see see this this extraordinary extraordinary collection. collection.””

For For more more information, information, contact contact Northcot Northcot Brick Brick Ltd., Ltd., Station Station Road, Road, Blockley, Blockley, Nr. Nr. Moreton-in-Marsh, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire, GL56 GL56 9LH. 9LH. Tel: Tel: 01386 01386 700551.

700551. Fax: Fax: 01386 01386 700852.

700852. Email: Email: sales@northcotbrick. sales@northcotbrick. co.uk, co.uk, Web: Web: www.northcotbrick.co.uk www.northcotbrick.co.uk

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The scheme includes a new John Lewis department store and a mix of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.

Twisted aluminium fin cladding creates a diagrid pattern, emphasised by the shadows generated.

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victoria Gate the brief for the victoriA GAte masterplan was to design a new, vibrant, key urban block in Leeds city centre which provided retail and leisure uses anchored by a department store, with an associated car park. The visibility and identity of the department store was an important part of the brief.

The scheme needed to be designed as an extension of the Headrow, the city’s main civic axis, and Hammerson’s brief right from the beginning was that the scheme should not be a ‘mall’ but more a 21st century extension of the existing Victorian arcades for which Leeds is famous.

Victoria Gate,in the East of Leeds city centre, forms a natural extension of Victoria Quarter and Leeds’s retail district. The scheme includes a new John Lewis department store, multi storey car parking and two arcades with a mix of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.

The new John Lewis store anchors the scheme. Placed on the extension of the Headrow, the city’s main civic axis, the store forms a visible gateway into the city centre.

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The buildings appear as three distinct elements with individual identities that relate to each other and the vernacular of Leeds.

The materiality of the building draws on the history of terracotta façades in Leeds, often produced by the local Burmantoffs Terracotta works, providing a modern interpretation of a traditional material. The façade order is also influenced by the textile history of Leeds as well as John Lewis, and is designed as a layered terracotta skin reminiscent of woven fabric. The diagrid is the ordering element that repeats along the perimeter of the building ; the resulting diamonds contain infill panels which respond to the internal layout of the store and the immediate context, providing transparency and ornamentation to the building.

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The Victoria Gate multi-storey car-park [MSCP] is visible from all main urban approaches. From the outset the intention was to separate John Lewis from the car-park, but to acknowledge their shared purpose and relationship to the façade.

Twisted aluminium fin cladding creates a diagrid pattern, emphasised by the shadows generated, which relates to the John Lewis façade. The façade efficiently provides vehicular restraint, daylight and natural ventilation.

The Arcades building is designed as a two storey, twin arcade with a complex glazed roofscape continuing the grand history of Leeds’s 19th century arcades. A large casino sits above the

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The exterior of the building evolves from the 19th and 20th century language of the surrounding Blomfield and Victorian brick and terracotta buildings, with sculpturally pleated brick elevations – brick-faced pre-cast concrete panels- changing in rhythm and scale responding to the context of the site.

The interiors of the arcades are inspired by the Victorian tradition through the use of curved glass and patterned stone floors, based on Leeds’s woolen herringbone cloth. www.acme.ac

SCHUECO PARAMETRIC SYSTEM DELIVERS AFFORDABLE DESIGN FREEDOM Schueco Schueco takes takes design design to to new new heights heights with with aa system system that that makes makes the the exciting exciting possibilities possibilities of of parametric parametric façades façades an an affordable affordable commercial commercial proposition. proposition.

While While the the design design opportunities opportunities presented presented by by parametric parametric 3D 3D façades façades have have long long been been seen seen as as excitingly excitingly radical, radical, the the high high cost cost of of the the one-off one-off special special solutions solutions required required to to realise realise them them has has prevented prevented their their breaking breaking out out into into the the architectural architectural mainstream. mainstream. Schueco’s Schueco’s parametric parametric offering offering has has changed changed all all that. that.

Using Using Schueco’s Schueco’s Parametric Parametric system, system, 3D 3D façades façades can, can, for for the the first first time, time, be be designed designed as as straightforward straightforward system system solutions solutions whose whose cost cost can can be be calculated calculated with with the the certainty certainty of of aa series series product. product.

Suddenly Suddenly all all the the possibilities possibilities inherent inherent in in the the parametric parametric concept concept become become not not impossibly impossibly expensive expensive dreams, dreams, but but eminently eminently achievable achievable goals. goals.

Like Like all all Schueco Schueco systems, systems, the the Parametric Parametric façade façade is is highly highly insulated insulated with with U Uff values values up up to to 0.5 0.5 W/m2K; W/m2K; the the surface surface elements elements are are transparent transparent or or opaque opaque and and sunlight sunlight and and shading, shading, guided guided views views and and daylight daylight

optimisation optimisation can can be be used used as as active active design design factors. factors.

A A central central element element of of the the Schueco Schueco Parametric Parametric solution solution is is the the continuous, continuous, closed closed digital digital process process chain chain that that operates operates in in all all phases phases of of design, design, planning planning and and fabrication, fabrication, with with the the proven proven Schueco Schueco modular modular system system forming forming the the basis basis for for individual individual designs designs of of façade façade modules. modules.

The The result result is is that that interface interface problems problems become become aa thing thing of of the the past past and and aa uniform, uniform, consistent consistent data data model model for for everyone everyone involved involved in in the the process process is is guaranteed. guaranteed.

Schueco Schueco planning planning tools tools mean mean that that geometrically geometrically complex complex shapes shapes are are progressively progressively simplified simplified during during planning; planning; establishing establishing rules rules and and connections connections between between individual individual design design elements elements enables enables changes changes to to be be made made more more swiftly. swiftly. This This is is important important because because aa design design that that includes, includes, for for instance, instance, optimised optimised daylight daylight conditions, conditions, sound sound reduction reduction and and protection protection against against unwanted unwanted sunlight sunlight can can quickly quickly become become complex complex as as the the number number of of individual individual façade façade elements elements increase. increase.

The The impressive impressive power power of of Schueco’s Schueco’s parametric parametric planning planning tools tools is is evidenced evidenced by by the the extraordinary extraordinary amount amount of of detailing detailing time time they they can can save: save: instead instead of of the the 24 24 hours hours per per unit unit that that is is currently currently the the norm, norm, this this can can be be reduced reduced to to aa scarcely scarcely believable believable 88 minutes! minutes!

With With the the Parametric Parametric system, system, Schueco Schueco has has made made customer-specific, customer-specific, individualised individualised mass mass production production for for free-form free-form façades façades an an affordable affordable reality. reality.

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Planning tools include ‘intelligent’ façade modules for CAD programs that deliver a 99% reduction in detailing time. For German engineering made in Britain, there’s only one name. www.schueco.co.uk

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In fact today, Touch can supply a wide range of finishes including Brass, Satin Brass, Polished Chrome, Satin Chrome, Polished Nickel, Satin Nickel, Copper, Bronze -solid and plated, BMA, Antique Brass, Black, Pewter, Ceramic, Leather, Stainless Steel, Satin Stainless Steel, Gun Metal, and the list keeps growing. Whatever finish you require, Touch can help you get the right look.

Touch occupy their recently refurbished showroom at 210 Fulham Road, Chelsea, where they display a vast range of their 5,000 products. With a customer base including Interior Designers, Builders and individuals who are interested in the top end of the

Ironmongery market, Touch mainly supply to residential premises but hotel and office properties also contribute to their vast clientele.

The company also have a healthy export market to all corners of the world, namely the Middle East, Europe and the Americas. Touch’s owner and founder, Bill Benham, has 33 years’ experience in the ironmongery trade, as do his colleagues Jim Haselup and Alan Blanchard. Saleem Qureshi is the newest member of our team and has 10 years’ experience, meaning their knowledge is unrivalled in this industry.

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by Touch date from circa 1640 French (Louise XIV) and cover all subsequent periods (Georgian, Edwardian & Victorian), art deco and contemporary pieces also make up the product ranges.

In addition, Touch showcases the very best of British manufacturing; the best ranges are still produced in the Midlands by craftsmen in factories dating back 200 years or more. Touch also sell European manufactured goods

which is considered to be of a very good quality and in recent years they have introduced some of the far eastern made products, albeit in a limited range but cost effective. With trends continuously evolving, new innovative products are constantly under development.

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Ironmongery can be a difficult and complicated aspect of a building project, as a result Touch aim to take this awkward aspect and make it user friendly and clear to understand by offering an onsite service where they carry out a detailed door by door, window by window, room by room Ironmongery schedule, highlighting all requirements and identifying any items that can be refurbished.

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Reynaers systems unite form with function at Barco One The new headquarters of Belgian technology giant Barco utilises an innovative design concept with aluminium window and curtain walling systems from Reynaers.

Alternatively known as ‘The Circle,’ the project uses transparency as a key theme.

The glass facade was designed by JaspersEyers Architects to form a skin around the circular building’s open plan central atrium space, where daily activities are illuminated with a full 360 degrees of natural light.

Architect John Eyers explains that the circular form of Barco One contributes to its social function, as well as making it a centre point between other buildings on the campus in Kortrijk, Belgium.

The facade was also designed to reflect Barco’s brand and allow its technological innovations to be demonstrated.

These include an entertainment room showcasing its beaming equipment, as well as a cinema for its audio tech.

Internal walls are finished with a taut, sleek appearance to become projection screens, immersing visitors in Barco’s products.

A total of 7,900 square meters of glass and aluminium systems were installed across Barco One in close collaboration between not only the architects and Reynaers, but also Cordeel as the contractor and aluminium construction experts Belgo Metal BV. Accounting for almost half the facade, a custom-made CW 50 reversed solution

with slim profiles from Reynaers allows for a maximum entrance of daylight and adds complexity to the design. This means that the structural element of the wall is positioned to the exterior of the building, with only the narrow trim caps of the curtain wall itself visible to the interior.

Rebecca Cope, Marketing Manager at Reynaers, said: “This bespoke variant of our CW 50 curtain walling system improves transparency and outward sightlines to match the architect’s design goals. The addition of a glass roof means that The Circle is filled with light, reducing shadows in the atrium. Whilst an allglass building makes energy-efficiency and temperature control a challenge, Reynaers’ systems offer a thermally efficient standard.

“Challenging projects can be the most fulfilling, and this is a fantastic example of how we can produce bespoke solutions to make architects’ creative ambitions a reality. Barco One has achieved iconic status by combining clever design with ease of usability for staff and visitors that matches the Barco brand.”

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The interior functions of the building correspond to its exterior, bringing the facade to life. Strong horizontals to the upper levels provide solar control for the interior, while a grand staircase in the atrium makes itself apparent on the exterior as a dynamically sloping line.

Further emphasising exterior connections, a water feature flows from indoors to out, blending the building into the landscape.

“The unique rounded shapes and the internal connections ensure that employees bump into each other more often and create an active ambiance” he said. “The oval-shaped ‘meeting decks’ stand out, appearing to float in space. Passerelles to the fixed core of the building balance the structure and ensure a constant level of activity.”

Photography courtesy of Philippe Van Gelooven

During the day the installation reflects and spreads daylight over the square.

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Fahr 021.3 the celebrAtory piece eclipSe marks the 20th anniversary of the classification of the historic centre of Porto as Unesco World Heritage site. A temporary installation, Eclipse is a project by architecture studio FAHR 021.3 who created a sphere that temporarily shifts the centre of the city square towards its gravitational pull.

“The installation enters the public space with a disruption of scale that entices interaction and fruition,” describe Filipa Frois Almeida and Hugo Reis from FAHR 021.3 Eclipse stands in an off-centre position which encourages passers-by to rethink the Amor de Perdição Square from a different perspective. It breaks the surrounding architecture’s quiet historic elegance with a bold statement of sheer size and colourful disruption. This unexpected contrast establishes a

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daring relationship between the installation and its surroundings, thus inviting people to stop and appreciate the location from another viewpoint.

The six meter diameter sphere is constructed using ventilation ducts that create a visual dialogue between undulating lines and empty spaces. The striking colour and spherical shape stand out in the distance, whereas the metallic texture and modular structure are revealed when approaching the piece. Furthermore, each tube allows people to peek and discover another point of view of the historical surroundings, again inviting us to stop and consider new perspectives of a familiar site. The piece introduces a dynamic with the urban context, an aspect that was explored in a sound performance that highlighted Eclipse’s uncanny qualities with material sounds.

During the day the installation reflects and spreads daylight over the square, softening its effects as the evening approaches, but it is at night that Eclipse fully lives up to its name when a spotlight illuminates one of its sides and keeps the opposite in darkness.

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an open tread stair allows views to stretch from the basement across the double height space to the first floor.

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the house haD been extensively modified in the 1980s and suffered from a fragmented plan, poor connectivity between the principal living spaces and restrictive ceiling heights. The design sought to recapture and preserve the original proportions of the Georgian terrace building, whilst reinterpreting the layout to suit modern family living.

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A 10m high glass infill extension between the closet wing and the neighbouring property, divided as two sash windows, forms a double height living room at basement level and a master ensuite at first floor. An open tread stair allows views to stretch from the basement across the double height space to the first floor.

The closet wing was extended in brick to match the existing; this enabled the upper floors to be remodelled with increased head height and improved visual connectivity with the main house. The upper closet wing windows take reference from the adjoining property; at ground floor the window stretches down to the basement echoing the double height space behind.

A polished concrete floor in the basement extends out to the garden where a planted green wall allows maximum use of the terrace for entertaining. The refurbished and extended house is 250sqm, with 30sqm of outdoor space.

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Investment in new wards at County Hospital Stafford protected by Yeoman Shield County Hospital, Stafford, have invested in 4 new wards which are to be opened throughout the year, offering more patient beds and spacious areas conducive to patient care and staff wellbeing.

This dual purpose product not only acts as a handrail support for those requiring it but the integrated lower protection rail provides protection against wear and tear to the walls and the upper handrail also.

The first of such wards to be opened is Elderly Care, Ward 15, which - now containing 28 beds with 12 single en-suite rooms, four, four bedded bays, a dedicated rehabilitation/therapy space, counselling and day room – is a great improvement on what was previously available.

The nurses’ station area and connecting corridor walls are now thoroughly protected with Yeoman Shield 125mm protection rail on a solid timber core, affording a robust yet attractive defence against wheeled equipment, trolleys and cleaning machines.

The ward refurbishment work, run by main contractors Kier Construction, included wall & door protection products from Yeoman Shield which were installed by their own fixing team.

Corner protection angles and protection strip were also added to ensure a comprehensive protection system was in place.

To ensure that the investment of time and money made by County Hospital in the re decoration and layout of the new ward was preserved for many years to come, Yeoman Shield Guardian Twin Handrail was fitted to the walls along the bed bay corridor.

All were supplied in complementing shades of Grey, dovetailing into the décor scheme, contributing to a clean and attractive appearance throughout the unit.

The 12, bright and airy, en-suite rooms, colourfully painted, have Yeoman Shield

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This area can be extremely vulnerable to damage caused by beds, drip stands and other medical equipment being wheeled up, too close, to the wall.

Yeoman Shield’s stylish Guardian Bedhead protectors at 900mm long in Cream or Grey, were fitted on spacer brackets, standing slightly away from the wall to ensure full protection was given to the plaster painted wall behind.

Ward Manager, Julie Woodworth commented “I am extremely proud to be the first ward manager to move in the refurbished ward. The reaction from the patients and the staff has been absolutely fantastic.”

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Hitachi’s VRF with CS Net system control prevents annoying cold draughts Available across the entire Set Free VRF range managed with CS Net control systems, Hitachi Air Conditioning’s innovative cold draught prevention has been improving the working conditions and productivity of staff wherever it’s installed, and reducing customer complaints and call outs for engineers.

Electronic Expansion Valve. Via CS Net Systems it is possible to set a minimum Air Off temperature in cooling mode for the indoor units to avoid cold draughts when the discharge air temperature is below the desired one, resetting the unit to Thermo-On once it’s back inside the comfort range.

In standard VRF systems the control is only on the Return Air Temperature, so when the heat load demand is low the discharge air temperature could be reduced, sometimes below a comfortable level, creating a cold draught. Staff will invariably adjust the room thermostat to increase the room air temperature to compensate, leading to an increase of discomfort effects and with a possible consequent increase in energy usage and end-user energy costs.

First to market Hitachi was the first manufacturer to provide off coil temperature control as standard, and with a wide range of System Free indoor unit and heat exchanger combinations available with nominal capacities - which could be as low as 0.6HP (1.7kW) and up to 130% connection ratio (to outdoor capacity) there is an appropriate combination for any Hitachi Set Free VRF installation.

Central control Hitachi’s innovative CS Net central controller with off coil protection works in conjunction with its System Free indoor units which each have an Air On Thermistor, Air Off Thermistor, Liquid Thermistor, Gas Thermistor and

In addition, Hitachi’s Technical Sales team can help customers specify and design a system, or the HiToolKit software along with an effective Schedule tool can be used to plan, select and design a complete VRF system in just a few minutes.

“Using the CS Net system with our Set Free VRF prevents the risk of cold draughts in offices and increases staff comfort and productivity,” commented Pier Giorgio Cesaratto, UK Product Marketing Manager, Hitachi Air Conditioning Europe SAS. “And it could help save end users money as energy costs can finally be reduced. Furthermore Hitachi is very keen to provide customers with full support when sizing systems.

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Rinnai innovation HOT WATER HEATING CONTINUOUS FLOW SYSTEMS SHOWS DRAMATIC SAVINGS – SAYS INDEPENDENT REPORT AA recent recent independent independent report report emphatically emphatically concluded concluded that that continuous continuous flflow ow water water heating heating systems systems have have aa clear clear advantage advantage in in terms terms of of initial initial capital capital costs costs as as well well as as life life cycle cycle costs costs over over 20 20 years, years, when when compared compared with with traditional traditional stored stored hot hot water water systems*. systems*.

indirect indirect system system then then itit has has to to eff effectively ectively shut shut down down for for maintenance. maintenance. There’s There’s no no way way around around this this problem. problem. Not Not so so with with Rinnai Rinnai continuous continuous flflow ow units units as as we we cascade cascade them them together together so so that that the the demand demand for for hot hot water water can can be be met met without without closing closing down down the the whole whole site. site.””

The The study** study** shows shows that that continuous continuous flflow ow water water heating heating systems systems can can be be up up to to 7% 7% more more economical economical than than equivalent equivalent ‘traditional’ ‘traditional’ stored stored hot hot water water systems systems but but that that capital capital costs costs can can be be 41% 41% less less than than indirect indirect systems systems and and aa whopping whopping 49% 49% less less than than direct direct systems. systems.

AECOM, AECOM, the the world’s world’s biggest biggest building building services services consultants, consultants, was was commissioned commissioned to to carry carry out out aa totally totally independent independent life life cycle cycle study study on on continuous continuous flflow ow water water heating heating systems, systems, and and to to provide provide aa comparison comparison with with conventional conventional storage storage systems. systems. Two Two case case studies studies were were provided provided on on projects projects using using continuous continuous flflow ow water water heating heating systems. systems.

“In “In terms terms of of maintenance maintenance you you need need to to be be realistic realistic and and not not theoretical, theoretical,”” says says Rinnai Rinnai managing managing director director Tony Tony Gittings.

Gittings. “If “If aa site site has has direct direct or or an an

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This This was was aa system system for for aa typical, typical, small, small, preprefabricated fabricated fast fast food food restaurant. restaurant. ItIt is is assumed assumed the the system system only only serves serves the the hot hot water water demand. demand.

This This was was aa system system for for aa shower shower block block in in aa holiday holiday camp, camp, with with six six showers showers and and four four basin basin taps. taps.

The The life life cycle cycle analysis analysis includes includes the the initial initial capital capital costs, costs, projected projected annual annual fuel fuel costs, costs, and and estimated estimated annual annual servicing servicing costs costs which which are are assumed assumed to to increase increase by by 2% 2% each each year. year. The The annual annual fuel fuel cost cost assumes assumes the the same same daily daily fuel fuel consumption consumption over over the the whole whole year. year.

The The servicing servicing cost cost is is based based on on £130/year £130/year per per boiler, boiler, and and £160/year £160/year for for aa boiler boiler and and cylinder. cylinder.The The resulting resulting net net present present values values of of the the three three showed showed that that the the continuous continuous flflow ow system system is is 66 -- 7% 7% lower lower than than the the two two storage storage systems systems based based on on that that 2020year year analysis analysis period. period.

For For the the continuous continuous flflow ow option, option, the the analysis analysis is is based based on on aa confi configuration guration of of 44 continuous continuous flflow ow water water heaters heaters that that each each have have aa nominal nominal output output of of 48 48 kW, kW, which, which, for for this this particular particular application, application, because because there there is is aa very very short short run run of of pipe pipe work work between between the the water water heaters heaters and and the the fifixtures, xtures, itit is is possible possible for for the the water water heaters heaters to to generate generate water water at at 40°C. 40°C. The The risk risk of of legionella legionella is is overcome overcome by by the the regular regular turnover turnover of of the the system. system.

For For the the energy energy required required to to deal deal with with the the instantaneous instantaneous hot hot water water demand demand the the analysis analysis assumes assumes that that the the bulk bulk of of the the hot hot water water demand demand would would be be due due to to the the showers. showers. Each Each shower shower

based based system system for for each each case case study study and and compared compared operational operational and and capital capital costs. costs.

For For the the life life cycle cycle comparison, comparison, the the analysis analysis period period was was 20 20 years, years, based based on on the the expected expected service service life. life.

The The net net present present value value (NPV) (NPV) calculation calculation is is based based on on aa discount discount rate rate of of 3.5% 3.5% (The (The GREEN GREEN BOOK BOOK -HM HMTreasury), Treasury), an an infl inflation ation rate rate of of 2% 2% for for servicing servicing costs costs and and projected projected retail retail fuel fuel costs costs from from DECC1.

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In In both both case case studies studies the the continuous continuous flflow ow system system showed showed aa clear clear advantage advantage in in terms terms of of initial initial capital capital costs, costs, as as well well as as life life cycle cycle costs costs over over 20 20 years, years, with with the the continuous continuous flflow ow system system consistently consistently lower lower in in energy energy use use than than the the two two storage storage systems. systems.

would would typically typically have have aa flflow ow rate rate of of around around 99 litres litres per per minute, minute, which which ifif mixed mixed to to 40ºC 40ºC would would equate equate to to an an instantaneous instantaneous load load of of around around 19 19 kW kW each, each, so so even even ifif there there was was only only one one shower shower running, running, the the load load on on aa single single continuous continuous flflow ow water water heater heater would would equate equate to to an an effi efficiency ciency of of 95% 95% based based on on the the performance performance curve. curve. As As the the hot hot water water demand demand increases, increases, the the modular modular nature nature of of this this particular particular confi configuration guration would would allow allow the the 95% 95% effi efficiency ciency to to be be maintained maintained for for the the bulk bulk of of the the demand. demand.

The The diff difference erence in in daily daily fuel fuel costs costs between between the the three three systems systems is is around around 7%.

7%. The The usage usage profi profile le for for this this case case study study is is particularly particularly suited suited to to continuous continuous flflow ow systems systems (i.e. (i.e. high high but but infrequent infrequent demand demand over over the the day), day), which which is is why why there there is is an an advantage advantage in in fuel fuel consumption consumption over over the the storage storage systems. systems.

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SYSTEMS SYSTEMS EMPLOYED EMPLOYED IN IN THE THE STUDY STUDY Indirect Indirect fifired red storage storage systems systems

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Continuous Continuous flflow ow systems systems

This This consists consists of of separate separate heat heat source source and and storage storage cylinders, cylinders, where where for for this this study study the the heat heat source source will will be be gas gas fifired red boilers boilers running running on on 80ºC 80ºC flflow ow and and 60ºC 60ºC return return with with gross gross effi efficiency ciency of of 89%.

89%. As As the the hot hot water water is is stored stored at at 60ºC 60ºC in in insulated insulated cylinders cylinders there there will will be be standing standing heat heat losses. losses. The The standby standby electricity electricity is is assumed assumed to to be be 15W 15W per per boiler, boiler, and and 60W 60W when when operating operating to to cover cover fan fan and and controls. controls.

This This is is where where the the hot hot water water storage storage cylinder cylinder has has an an integral integral gas gas burner burner to to directly directly heat heat the the water, water, and and the the key key diff difference erence with with indirect indirect fifired red storage storage systems systems is is that that they they are are designed designed to to operate operate in in condensing condensing mode mode and and generally generally achieve achieve gross gross effi efficiency ciency up up to to 96%.

96%. AA disadvantage disadvantage of of direct direct fifired red storage storage systems systems is is that that the the standing standing losses losses are are around around 33 times times higher higher than than indirect indirect storage storage cylinders. cylinders.

This This is is essentially essentially aa gas gas boiler boiler that that is is designed designed to to instantaneously instantaneously heat heat mains mains water water for for supply supply directly directly to to water water fifixtures xtures without without any any storage. storage.

The The key key advantages advantages with with this this type type of of hot hot water water heating, heating, is is fifirstly rstly saving saving in in space space needed needed for for hot hot water water cylinders cylinders and and the the associated associated standing standing heat heat losses. losses. The The challenge challenge is is that that instantaneous instantaneous hot hot water water demand demand can can vary vary hugely hugely for for most most systems systems and and therefore therefore the the continuous continuous flflow ow heating heating system system needs needs to to have have aa wide wide modulation modulation range range as as well well as as maintaining maintaining effi efficiency ciency over over that that range. range.

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Stokvis Solar at Birmingham International A ten panel solar array featuring Stokvis Energy Systems solar collectors installed at Birmingham International Rail Station The installation of a ten panel Solar array featuring Stokvis Energy Systems solar collectors, to serve existing facilities at Birmingham International Rail Station, is being assessed as a potential pilot for a wider roll out of renewable energy across the facilities operated by Network Rail and Virgin Trains nationally.

The project at Birmingham International - a station which serves both the NEC and the adjoining airport - was jointly commissioned by Network Rail and Virgin Trains, with renewables specialist ECO2SOLAR Ltd carrying out the installation of the Stokvis solar equipment.

In addition to the 10 Stokvis DF100-6 Evacuated Tube Collectors offering a net absorber area 10.69m - the manufacturer also supplied a Stokvis Solar Bloc Maxi pump-station, and a Stokvis Resol BX Plus differential temperature controller, providing up to eight sensor inputs.

For further information on Stokvis products, call 020 8783 3050 or visit www.stokvisboilers.com.

Insulating and stabilising properties with polyurethane foam

By Leonie Onslow, Executive Director, British Urethane Foam Contractors Association Architects and specifiers may understand that polyurethane foam can be used as a high performing insulant, but often do not know that it can also be used for airtightness and stabilisation purposes too. It is a very versatile material often being used when other materials are not suitable.

Where the primary purpose is energy efficiency, then the closed cell option is normally preferable. Closed cell foams offer superior energy performance and are resistant to driving rain meaning that the material stays dry with no loss of

Conversely, open cell polyurethane foams do not have the high insulation properties associated with the closed cell materials. They do not have the same

fire performance as closed cell, so they should never be left exposed; they have no structural strength to stabilise roofs or walls. However, they are better suited for their enhanced sound attenuation properties. Open cell foam is also useful in situations which require more air and vapour into a building’s interior.

Choosing a professional installer The British Urethane Foam Contractors Association represents sprayed and injected polyurethane foam installers operating to high standards. Find installers at: www.bufca.co.uk.

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Which material is suitable?

thermal properties. The insulant can help act as a barrier to prevent flood waters from entering the building through the walls. The British Board of AgrĂŠment certification approves this insulant for cavity walls in all exposure zones. Closed cell foams which achieve a Class 1 fire rating when tested to BS476 Part 7 are available. Or, where non-Class 1 materials are used on internal applications these must be covered by plasterboard, or a similar thermal barrier.

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Leading StructuraL engineering conSuLtancy SymmetryS Limited, has employed innovative structural and civil engineering design to deliver Eglon House, a striking new work/live residence in Primrose Hill London, inspired by Pierre Chareau’s iconic Art Deco Parisian architectural Masterpiece ‘Maison de Verre’. The site was previously The Mayfair Studio where famous artists such as Pink Floyd recorded platinum selling albums, before being converted as part of a £6m contract for developer Fairfax Partners.

overcoming chaLLengeS - The original structure of the Mayfair Recording Studio was three storeys high. Perimeter walls were built from masonry which were restrained at roof level by agricultural trusses. The site was effectively landlocked on all four sides by the perimeter walls of neighbouring properties which restricted access and raised challenges as they could not be encroached upon during the redevelopment.

Designed by Chassay + Last architects the striking four storey modern property echoes the design philosophy of Maison de Verre. Pioneering structural engineering solutions including ‘top down’ construction were implemented to overcome tough site constraints, including delivering the project within the confines of existing perimeter walls that landlocked the site.

Key elements of the building’s structure are purposely exposed adding to echo a key feature of Maison de Verre’s design, which centered around honestly displaying materials and mechanical fixtures.

The striking four storey modern property echoes the design philosophy of Maison de Verre

The original sTrucTure of The Mayfair recording sTudio was Three sToreys high

An array of design techniques and options were reviewed, but to minimise disruption to neighbouring properties, and to ensure the site remained accessible at ground level it became clear that the rarely used ‘top down’ construction method was the most appropriate solution. Contiguous piles were installed very close to the boundary walls in order to form new perimeter basement walls and build from the ground up while the basement was simultaneously being cut.

Symmetrys worked with the architect to set the proposed ground level at a height that prevented any undermining of the perimeter walls following the installation of the perimeter pile cap/beams and ground slab. The ground slab was specially designed to accommodate an increased imposed load of construction traffic for when it was in a temporary condition. Symmetrys therefore gave careful consideration to the temporary location of the sacrificial plunge piles and set out their location for the contractor.

This is key to successful top down construction, where thought must be given to how the structure behaves in both a temporary and permanent condition.

With the temporary piles and the ground slab in place the basement could be cut via a large void in the ground slab, while the superstructure was simultaneously erected from the ground floor level up. This significantly sped up the construction programme. Careful thought was given to formwork layouts on the underside of the ground floor slabs so quality concrete finishes could be exposed in the completed structure, echoing the design of Maison de Verre. Once the ground floor was cast the basement cut commenced through the perimant double height void and the superstructure was erected at the same time.

StructureS echoing maiSon de verre and maximiSing architecturaL SpLendour - Designed in 1932 Maison de Verre was hailed as a landmark in early modern architecture. A primary reason for this was its displays of exposed framework, industrial and mechanical fixtures under the transparency of its façade. The honesty of building materials and the variable transparency of forms was a key feature. Eglon House reverberates this philosophy through the transparency of its structure which provides the building’s main aesthetic. Symmetrys designed steel columns and concreate soffits to be intentionally exposed both internally and externally clearly displaying the property’s mechanics, while polished concreate slab floors are another notable feature.

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Completed in deCember 2016, Steyn Studio’s Bosjes Chapel, is due to open its doors to the public in March this year.

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The new chapel, set within a vineyard in South Africa, is designed by South-African born Coetzee Steyn of London based Steyn Studio. Its serene sculptural form emulates the silhouette of surrounding mountain ranges, paying tribute to the historic Cape Dutch gables dotting the rural landscapes of the Western Cape. Constructed from a slim concrete cast shell, the roof supports itself as each undulation dramatically falls to meet the ground. Where each wave of the roof structure rises to a peak, expanses of glazing adjoined centrally by a crucifix adorn the façade.

Drawing poetic inspiration from Psalm 36:7, the crisp white form is conceived as a lightweight, and dynamic structure which appears to float within the valley. A reflective pond emphasises the apparent weightlessness of the structure. Elevated upon a plinth, the chapel rises from the flat land its sits upon, providing a hierarchical focal point within its surroundings. New planting including a vineyard and pomegranate orchard create a lush green oasis on the otherwise exposed site.

PHOTOS: ADAM LETCH

Inside, a large and open assembly space is created within a simple rectangular plan. Highly polished terazzo floors reflect light internally. The undulating whitewashed ceiling casts an array of shadows which dance within the volume as light levels change throughout the day. This modest palette of materials creates a neutral background to the impressive framed views of the vineyard and mountains beyond.

In order to keep the structural form of the roof and assembly space pure, other elements of the buildings functional programme are either hidden within the plinth, or discretely within the outer corners of the surrounding garden.

Inspired by the simplicity of the Moravian Mission Stations established on Cape Dutch farms in the 19th Century, the chapel lacks a spire – relinquishing a sense of significance in relation to its impressive natural surroundings.

An open embrace which invites in, the chapel is also a space that extends outwards into the valley and mountains beyond, raising the awareness of God’s creation in the immediate environment. www.steynstudio.com

its serene sculptural form emulates the silhouette of surrounding mountain ranges, paying tribute to the historic cape dutch gables dotting the rural landscapes of the western cape ContACt Goodfellow Communications 020 3633 2077 info@goodfellowcommunications.com

dAtA SHeet Please note: Steyn Studio were the sole designers of the chapel, directing the design throughout the construction of the project. TV3 Architects were appointed as the project architects.

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Start on site - 2013 Completion - December 2016 Gross floor area - 430 sqm Location - Bosjes Farm, Witzenberg District, Western Cape, South Africa Design architect - Steyn Studio (UK) Client - Confidential Project architect - TV3 Architects (South Africa) Furniture Design - Liam Mooney Studio Contractor - Longworth & Faul Structural engineer - Henry Fagan & Partners Mechanical & Electrical engineer - Solution Station Quantity surveyor - De Leeuw Planning consultant - Ron Brunings Landscape architect - CNdV Landscape Architects Heritage Consultants - Graham Jacobs, Elzet Albertyn & Lize Malan Photographer - Adam Letch

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We have worked on a number of prestigious projects, including Forbury Place (shown in the picture) where we were commissioned to produce wall cladding, with thermoformed, curved “propeller blades” shown as a curtain, fixed floor to ceiling, produced in LG Hi Macs, in front of the wall already clad with Hi Macs. This is just one example of the type of specialist project we have been involved with. We also produce counter tops, reception desks and vanity units; our portfolio of projects is extensive.

Interior Design Exchange offers the interior designer the opportunity to showcase surplus stock to other members of the profession, recoup expenses and leave the studio clear for creativity rather than storage!

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At the same time, the designer can use the site to source and purchase bespoke products from the high end interiors market at or below trade price without the usual lead time, sell at retail price and make a profit for their business.

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The new Shagreen tile range takes on the appearance of one of the most beautiful designs in nature. A unique and inspiring product, the new tiles resemble the desirable look of Shagreen, a rawhide consisting of rough untanned skin, commonly made of the skins of shark or rays.

The design of the tiles draws a straight line, discretely but delicately emphasised in the centre by larger rounded cells,

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Three delicate colours including white, grey and coffee, set off the texture of the new Shagreen tile range, lending a contemporary and realistic feel to any space.

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The Shagreen range offers a lappato semi-polished finish that provides a smooth and flat texture typical of standard porcelain wall or floor tiles. In addition, the tiles are available in two sizes, 300x600mm and 600x600mm, which can be mixed and matched with different sizes and colours to give architects and designers the ability to create unique and innovative aesthetics.

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The SoundFrame series consists of three sizes of speakers that complement any room.

Individual images for the grille cloths can be selected from a library or bespoke speakers can be created using your own high resolution photographs. The cabinet frames are available in high gloss white and high gloss black lacquer.

The SoundFrames can be fitted either in-wall or on-wall and with or without a frame using the Frameless grilles option.

1 adopts the aspect of a typical portrait picture frame and is designed for music and film audio in a front left/right and surround configuration.

SoundFrame 2 is a longer centre channel speaker designed for visual harmony with thin televisions or projection screens and can also be placed in a vertical position to match larger displays. SoundFrame 3 is the most compact speaker of the three and it can be used on its own, as a rear to complement the SoundFrame 1 and SoundFrame 2s, or with a sub-woofer.

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At Wiseton Road Webb Yates Engineers worked with WG+P to remodel the existing ground floor extension and create an open plan kitchen/living space, as well as adding an additional first floor extension and new feature staircases within the existing house.

At ground floor level the joists were designed to be exposed and work compositely with the plywood floor above to meet both the structural and fire requirements. A new skylight was also incorporated above the kitchen space. Above the extension an additional first floor annex with a timber clad faรงade was also constructed.

Within the house a plywood staircase was designed with open treads and an open bannister to allow light from the skylight above into the space below. www.webbyates.com

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EOLE, HEADqUARTERS INTEGRATED WITHIN THE CITY AND ITS LANDSCAPE

rigHt At pAriS’ doorStep, the Evergreen Campus hosts the Crédit Agricole’s head office. Multiple corporate entities share this space. The entire campus revolves around a central park that acts as its green lung.

Constructed in an 8-shape, Eole is built around two large quiet gardens. The building’s shape combines rationality, fluidity, continuity and organic unity. The workspaces open into the Campus, the gardens and the site’s streets. The exteriors are arranged in sequences relatively to their orientation in

Eole’s interior spaces have been designed so as to bring the building’s core light and clarity and allow guests to orient themselves easier. The atmosphere is contemporary and intemporal at the same time.

By satisfying its requirements, Eole symbolizes the Crédit Agricole’s involvement in favor of sustainable development and the EverGreen Campus’ renewal.

Arte Charpentier led the architecture, interior design and landscaping missions on the project.

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The conception of Eole - a 67 000 m² building made in four years - preserves and upholds the site’s environmental vocation: buildings operate in accordance with the HQE norms (high environmental quality), new structures were built according to the BBC norms (low consumption buildings), soft energies usage (geothermic, solar and rain water is reused), 4 hectares of green spaces valorized.

accordance with the park and the patios. Woven stainless steel strands partially cover them. They filter natural light and constitute a passive sun blocker. At garden-level five terraces offer genuine gardens that anyone can enjoy. Hanging decks at the heart of the building create more green spaces with flexible lines.

dAtA SHeet General contractor - Project manager / promoter: Crédit Agricole Immobilier Entreprise - Investor: Crédit Agricole SA - User: Crédit Agricole Corporate & Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)

About tHe AgenCy With more than 100 staff in the world, Arte Charpentier is an international architecture firm based in Paris. It maintains offices in Lyon and Shanghai. Arte Charpentier has also developed strong in-house competences in architecture, urban planning, landscape, interior design and site management with its 22 associates.

In the third trimester, 2015, in addition to the EOLE building (67,000 m²) and the Evergreen Campus’ reception pavilion, the firm developed two hotels: an Ibis Styles of 308 rooms and a Pullman of 305 rooms in Roissypôle for the Accor goup (25,090 M², architect / landscape architect), as well as the Les Saisons mall in Meaux (70,300 m², architect of record / interior designer / landscape architect).

Recently the agency has delivered the Gendarmerie Nationale’s headquarters in Issy-les-Moulineaux,

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the Innovation House in Dijon, the Taiyuan opera in China as well as commerce and housing programs in Vannes, Bourges, Nantes, Villeurbanne, Asnière-sur-Seine, Béthune, etc. and tertiary buildings in the Parisian region. It has also worked on the European Spatial Agency’s headquarter project in paris, the Véolia Environnement campus in Lyon, the LVMH R&D center in Orléans, two hotels in Tours (in progress) and a mixed-use mall and office complex in Sétif, Algeria.

In regards to urban planning, Arte Charpentier Architectes has directed the study for the planning project of the Algiers bay and participated to the Axe Seine project for the Great Paris plan.

After a study mission for the urban reconfiguration of Algiers, the agency now works for the SEMABA (the urban planning society of Bagneux) as an urban planning architect coordinating the joint development zone of the Victor Hugo neighborhood, integrating a new centralization around the extension of the metro line 4 and the upcoming inauguration of the Great Paris line 15.

The municipality of Bagneux has even renewed its trust in Arte Charpentier by giving it another mission concerning the project supervision of the joint development zone’s public spaces.

projeCt SuperviSing - Architect of record: Arte Charpentier Architectes - Interior designer: Arte Charpentier Architectes - Landscape architect: Arte Charpentier Architectes (patios and terraces) - Landscaper: Groupement Takano Landscape Planning - Atelier Kaba (eastern garden and interior street) Engineering and design department HVAC, plumbing, catering, roads and networks, ASC: Setec Bâtiment Electrical Engineering: Square APM on Environmental and energy issues: Green Affair Structure: Terrell International Facades: CEEF Acoustics: Lamoureux acoustique Economist: AE75 Independent auditor: Socotec Health and safety officer: Socotec Contract management: Groupement SETEC Bâtiment (mandated) and Builders & Partners

operAtion SpeCifiCS - Title: Eole - Address: Campus Evergreen, 77 to 83 street Gabriel-Péri, 92545, Montrouge - Delivery date: 2015 - Program: Office building for the Crédit Agricole Corporate & Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB) - Program’s surface: 67 000 m2 floor area - Environmental certifications: HQE® tertiary building with the 2011 de Certivéa BREEAM (Very Good) referential. www.arte-charpentier.com/

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BRIGHTGREEN JOINS THE RIDI FAMILY The RIDI Group is delighted to announce that it has signed an exclusive deal with Brightgreen to distribute the Australian LED specialist’s lighting solutions in the UK. Brightgreen utilises the latest LED technology combined with forward-thinking product design to create beautiful, high quality lighting solutions for high end residential and hospitality applications. Brightgreen is a young, energetic company that is B-Corp Certified and has a refreshing approach to working.

The RIDI Group will be the exclusive UK distributor for Brightgreen, following on from the announcement of an exclusive distribution partnership with German industrial LED specialist Norka, to further expand its product portfolio and strengthen its multi-brand offering to the market.

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BY A DIFFERENT LIGHT There’s no doubt that lighting plays a key role in creating the ambience of any space and can completely change the atmosphere of any room. Well, Levello, Invisible Lighting allows you to make those changes to suit your needs.

light fittings to choose from; paintable front plates and a variety of accessories, the choice is almost limitless. Amazingly, the Levello system allows fittings to be uprated to IP65 after installation whilst the blank plate can hide unwanted luminaires.

Levello has been designed with minimal visual impact, to be discrete and invisible; as if that is not enough, we have developed a unique modular plug and play system that allows the lighting designer or end user to change the lighting scheme at will.

The flush front plate has options of powder coated or paintable finishes; the paintable being finished with the same paint as the ceiling, reinforcing the zero-sight line.

Levello’s patented fixing system is versatile, allowing the user to change a downlight, to a pendent, to a spotlight, to a device or even blank out the position completely. All this can be done in seconds.

The Levello housing is permanently fitted into the ceiling and with over 30 different

Our products are based on the MR16 form factor which accepts standard 50mm diameter light sources such as GU10’s, MR16’s and high output Light Engines, giving the widest choice possible. All products are supplied with a connector kit which includes to make installation swift and easy.

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Our design ethos is focussed on creating high quality spaces that contribute to their surroundings. We consider lifestyle, architecture, interior design, energy conservation and most importantly context and aim to make the process of having a project designed and constructed enjoyable.

We welcome visitors and collaborators to our studio and are always interested to hear about new projects and commissions. dRAWÂ Architecture 340 Old York Road, Wandsworth, SW18 1SS www.draw-architecture.co.uk

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Established in 2013, dRAW Architecture provides a unique holistic and professional approach to Architectural design. With a rapidly increasing portfolio, dRAW is quickly becoming a wellestablished and recognized London practice.

We have a small design studio in Wandsworth which our team operates from. We encourage all members of staff to contribute to projects and believe that this varied input gives our work a grounding and balance that improves its quality and allows us to develop. Directors are closely involved in every project to ensure that quality control targets are achieved. Our attention to detail and management of the procurement process has allowed us to complete a number of high quality projects to date and we are currently working on a variety of projects in and around London.

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We are on online, design-led lighting and hardware company specialising in products that you won’t find on the high street. From beautiful and bespoke lighting products, such as vintage light bulbs, fabric lighting cable, ceiling lights to designer light switches, dimmers and plug sockets.

James Dowsing-Reynolds, founder and Director set up the business after sourcing vintage style light bulbs for a project he was working on. After buying a few too many he decided to sell the spare bulbs on eBay. They sold fantastically well, and before he knew it a business was born - and the rest they say, is history. James is now fully immersed in lights and is the one who researches and sources new product ranges, making sure they meet the highest of standards.

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We’re very much about industrial style with a few Scandinavian influences

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both architects and interior designers, noting their fantastic quality, great price and uniqueness. All key factors when sourcing the best products for interior projects.

In late 2015 we launched a range of hardware products that included toggle switches, dimmers and plug sockets.

James first set about designing the range after moving house and was unable to find any that he loved for his new home. He struggled to source any switches or sockets that were not only well designed, different from the usual sea of white plastic, but also affordable too. Affordability is often key, especially if you’re doing the whole interior, not just a socket or two.

Due to the popularity of our ranges and customer feedback, we’ve recently added new products to our collection, including drawer knobs and door handles, cooker switches and spiral LED bulbs to name a few. We are now developing new designs and products to extend the range even further, which will be available in the coming months.

Last year we exhibited at 100% Design at Olympia, London. Our stand featured a range of products, including our lights and hardware. It proved a big hit with

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EQUITONE SPECIFIED FOR FLAGSHIP PRIMARY SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION A newly constructed primary school, located in New Islington, Manchester, has been completed with EQUITONE fibre cement facade material from Marley Eternit.

The £4.3 million development, involving Cassidy + Ashton Architects and Conlon Construction Ltd, was funded entirely by the Department of Education to provide primary school pupils with a permanent place to learn following the increase in students throughout the area.

The new school, located on a brownfield site, is situated directly on the banks of the New Islington Marina. EQUITONE [tectiva] was specified for the project due to its low maintenance properties and to help meet the requirements of a modular build.

Speaking of the build, Frank McCabe, Associate at Cassidy + Ashton Architects, said: “As the construction period we had available was shorter than normal, this

meant we needed resilient materials which could be installed within this time frame. This led us to the decision of adopting a modular build.

“Our brief was to create an aesthetic that represented a natural concrete panel, but we also needed a durable material with installation methods to match our chosen method of building. EQUITONE was the perfect material to help us achieve this.”

The light shade of EQUITONE [tectiva] in colour Linen reflected the visual aesthetics of the design, whilst its durability and low maintenance properties have created a resilient place of education for many years to come.

EQUITONE [tectiva] was specified alongside other contemporary building materials including aluminium windows and a flat roof covering in grey, providing a cohesive and modern exterior that encapsulated the new approach to

learning that takes place at the primary school.

Frank added: “We are delighted with the end result of the build. EQUITONE [tectiva] perfectly reflects the visual appeal and adds a contemporary touch to the development.”

EQUITONE [tectiva] is a through coloured fibre cement material that offers shades of natural colour providing a unique aesthetic effect. Characterised by the fine-sanded lines and naturally occurring hues within the material, these enhance the natural matt appearance, which comes to life with the effects of light and shade.

All EQUITONE materials are available in a range of colours, finishes and fixing options giving full creative scope.

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SCCI Alphatrack Established for over 25 years SCCI Alphatrack offers elegant automated gate design, manufacture, installation and continued maintenance for luxury homes and the increasingly popular gated communities. Our experience equally lies with integrated commercial systems covering multiple entrances, traffic control and parking management systems for high profile clients such as Whitbread.

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For the home our system design takes into account style and security to visually enhance a home and provide a reliable, secure and safe automated gate system. Our focus for commercial properties is a to provide a high level of security and practicality while still allowing ease of access to a heavy level of vehicles and authorised visitors.

Only trusted and reliable equipment from reputable companies such as BFT, FAAC, BPT and BENINCA are

installed. Using only exceptional quality manufactured products ensures a seamless installation and a high level of operation for our clients. Our highly skilled engineering workforce operate a truly nationwide service across the UK. All our products are not only manufactured to meet high quality standards but most importantly they conform to stringent safety standards; designed to comply with EU standards following fatal accidents involving automated gates in the UK. Gates are classed as machinery and are to be treated as such.

Our membership of DHF ensures our compliance with their Code of Practice for gate safety to meet the stringent requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 and EN standards EN13241-1.

SCCI Alphatrack can also survey existing automated gates to give

recommendations relating to safety devices, signage, lighting and finger guards in order to bring your systems in line with current regulations.

Find out more about our high quality, built to last range of products and services by contacting us on 01279 630400.

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CLARKE INSTRUMENTS LAUNCH NEW SOLAR TURNSTILE Clarke Instruments in collaboration with Solar & Electric Gates Ltd have developed a new solar powered turnstile.

Engineers from the two companies have worked together to develop the new design for the 480B-SOLAR fence line turnstile, based around Clarke Instrument Ltd’s robust 480B economy fence-line turnstile, Solar & Electric Gates Ltd’s solar panels and Paxton proximity cards.

The integrated solution is said to have many benefits and can handle up to 5,000 users.

The design has been developed for Rapid Deployment and comes with complete access control.

The new design is suitable for temporary construction sites, remote sites, permanent construction sites without a power source, and for emergency security requirements.

This design concept enables the delivery of the turnstile inclusive of a freestanding galvanised tread plate to which it is permanently fixed, so it can be placed on a flat level surface and is ready to use.

This eliminates the normal building site infra structure costs associated with installing turnstiles on the fence-line as it does not require mains electricity.

It has the added advantage of flexibility, enabling the rapid redeployment if for any reason the fence line entrance needs moving during the project.

Simply lift on a fork lift and relocate.

Incorporated into the solution is a standby battery and solar panel combination designed for unlimited use in normal British weather.

The trickle charge from the solar panel should keep the battery topped up.

If needed, the battery can be charged quickly from a 240V AC supply. The product is ready to use straight out of storage.

History in the heart of Whitehall protected with the help of Selectaglaze Architects to provide a bespoke solution that not only offered protection to the large windows, but was discreet enough to blend in with the Grade I Listed interior.

Banqueting House, Whitehall is in the heart of the tourist trail with Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey nearby. It was designed by prominent architect Inigo Jones in 1619-22 after its predecessor was destroyed by fire.

Today, it is managed by Historic Royal Palaces.

Security was a concern during renovation planning, as was reducing the noise egress. Selectaglaze, was approached by Carden & Godfrey

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Selectaglaze is the leading specialist in the design, manufacture and installation of secondary glazing. With fifty years’ experience, it has worked on all building styles. You can see them at the Security and Counter Terror Show 3-4th May, Olympia; Stand E64.

Contact Selectaglaze on 01727 837271, enquiries@selectaglaze.co.uk or visit: www.selectaglaze.co.uk

Installing the units provided a challenge as half of the openings were 10m above the main floor. Working with Gardiner and Theobald, structural engineers Hockley & Dawson and Royal Warrant holding scaffolders Allen and Foxworthy, a careful method of installation was formulated involving a columnar scaffolding design complete with lifting apparatus to each opening. In all, 39 units were installed and provided essential UV filtering to the Thomson Specification approved by the National Images courtesy of JZA Photography

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Banqueting House is home to the only surviving ceiling painting series by Sir Peter Paul Rubens, a magnificent canvas commissioned by Charles I. It is also the only complete surviving building left of Whitehall Palace, which burnt down in 1698.

The Main Hall window openings were 3.6m high and 2.0m wide. Successful testing was carried out for the largest ever single casement to be blast tested in the UK. The design replaced the blast net curtains, allowing daylight once again to flood into the Main Hall. Significant noise reduction in excess of 45dB, created a tranquil spot for visitors to view the Rubens.

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Gismos, Gadgets and Good Design

IT & business innovations from beyond the housing sector Professor Dr Michael Benfield

In the early ‘noughties’ I ran a seminar for ‘Constructing Excellence’ on ‘Safety by Design’, followed a few years later by one on ‘Designing Out Waste’. The purpose in mentioning them is to emphasise the fact that, despite new products and new and updated regulations, like those dealing with high speed electronic communications networks (Approved document ‘R’), the house-building industry has made little progress so far this century.

Back then I argued for buildings to be designed via ‘partnerships’ that embraced site constraints, programmed out risk, and ensured good immediate and ongoing communications with present and future stakeholders. I pointed out that to do so required ‘design teams’ who not only knew their legal duties & responsibilities, but who understood how the job would be done. In turn this meant grasping the logistics, getting to grips with handling and ‘Temporary’ works, as well as embracing snagging and maintenance along with the lifetime risks of the building both in construction, in use and decommissioning. Stressing that ‘good design’ is SAFE I also urged participants to accept their responsibility for making others aware of all of these risks.

While today it’s pretty easy to specify IT related products for any building, like visual or fingerprint recognition access, remote video surveillance, cell-phone heat and light control, and so on, doing so efficiently remains a major challenge. Indeed, arguably this is more important than these ‘nice to have’ gismos and gadgets themselves. Home buyers and renters alike remain more concerned about the cost and speed efficiency of new home construction, their comfort, running, and maintenance costs.

In several respects ‘Designing Out Waste’ was an extension of the earlier attempt to introduce business innovations from outside the construction industry. Techniques and disciplines like ‘Six Sigma’ and ‘Kaizen’ were applied across the whole design and build process to cut out waste in design time, scheduling delays, and prototyping errors, as well as material waste, etc.

Once again an important element of this was the acceptance that building design needed to become a collaborative exercise, rather than the God given domain of any one person. As in the motor, aircraft and ship building industries, for example, recognition of the increasingly complex nature of the building enterprise was seen as increasingly important.

Designing with partnering in mind emphasises communications, the importance of avoiding delays, and the need to programme out errors. It also recognises the need to really know what stocks & other ‘industry standard’ materials are readily available, how jobs will be done in practice, and the need for a better and fuller understanding of the building and manufacturing tasks involved.

Grasping the totality of the logistics involved was seen then, and remains today, of major importance. Getting to grips with transport, ‘Right First Time’ and ‘Continuous Improvement’ processes were and are obvious candidates for expanding the horizons of the design team. Equating the notion of ‘Lifetime Costs’ with the avoidance of delays and the need to programme out errors, along with a sound knowledge of materials, processes and procedures remains vital. Although accepting that good design avoids waste, then and now many ‘professionals’ - used to a more relaxed regime - found and find this an unpopular constraint. Few, it seems are ready even now to accept responsibility for, and bear the cost of, any waste caused by them.

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As we move further toward ‘factory built’ homes clients and their professional advisors and consultants must understand that, to produce a building in the factory requires all elements to be determined in detail before work commences, rather than muddling through trying to resolve complicated design issues as a project progresses. While this is possible using sloppy ‘wet’ trade building techniques, where adjustments can be made in-situ, complex off-site manufactured elements are much more difficult to alter.

Failure to understand this is both prejudicing MMC and costing clients and builders’ small fortunes to correct. Partnering for the whole design, supply and construction chain is a vital process that must be developed to correct this.

Consequently, whilst moving with the times to incorporate all that is best and wonderful and time saving and comfortable, and desirable in any building design we undertake, manufacture, or build, I still find myself ‘shouting at the wind’ for fundamental shifts in professional attitudes. However, the ‘winds of change’ are blowing and I do detect small shifts. As construction moves ‘off-site’ into the factory these will greatly improve efficiency, quality, and affordable delivery of all levels of social and private housing.

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New Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors Catalogue The 2017 edition of Simpson Strong-Tie’s flagship catalogue is here.

Alongside the UK’s largest range of connectors for timber and masonry construction, sit over a dozen new products and several range extensions, including: t t t t t

Post Bases I-Joist hangers Angle Brackets Structural screws Masonry Ties

The catalogue is also brimming with: t Installation advice t Performance characteristics and safe working loads

Sales Director, Jon Head explains: “It’s been a busy time for Simpson Strong-Tie, with all new ranges for Light Gauge Steel and CLT construction, as well as our significantly expanded nails and screws ranges. We’ve really pushed the boat out to increase our core range though, which, coupled with our rapid made-to-order service, we really can say that if we don’t have it – you don’t need it.”

The latest version 'Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction' is available from Simpson Strong-Tie on request and can be downloaded at www.strongtie.co.uk.

MEDITE SMARTPLY LAUNCHES NEW AUGMENTED REALITY APP MEDITE SMARTPLY, producers of innovative timber panel products, has launched a interesting new app for its SMARTPLY product range.

The ‘SMARTPLY AR’ app, which is live on iOS and Android, features a ‘Product Data Tool’ providing a comprehensive breakdown of the entire SMARTPLY product range. The tool includes detailed information that is broken down into easy to digest sections, making it ideal for reading on the go and a useful companion when selling, specifying or using SMARTPLY products.

In addition to the Product Data Tool, the app also includes a ‘Forest to Factory’ feature, a 3D augmented reality, step by step walk through the company’s manufacturing process. The visualisation takes you all the way through the supply chain, from the sourcing of raw material from the company owned forests, right through to the products being loaded onto a lorry and being delivered to the customer.

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“Our new SMARTPLY manufacturing facility and our sustainable supply chain are things we are extremely proud of”, says Stuart Devoil, Head of Marketing and Brand at MEDITE SMARTPLY, “It’s great for our audience to now be able to see exactly how much goes into producing our products to such a high standard. Seeing the procedure so clearly documented provides the chance to see exactly how we operate and really brings the process to life.

“The app also doubles as a handy SMARTPLY pocket product library on your phone that shows users the benefits, features and proper handling instructions for the entire SMARTPLY product range.”

The app is available to download from the Apple App Store and Google Play now. Simply search for ‘SMARTPLY AR’, then use the infographic here or download and print a copy from the ‘downloads’ section of the website http://www.smartply.com/downloads or click here.

Crowned Treated Wood Trader of the Year 2017 All Rounders M&M Timber on Cloud Nine After Prestigious Award M&M Timber is celebrating success after being crowned ‘Treated Wood Trader of the Year’ in the 2017 Wood Protection Association (WPA) Awards.

On Wednesday 5th April, the M&M Timber team attended the WPA Awards at the Marriot Breadsall Priory Hotel, Derby, where they were finalists for both Preservative Treated Wood Project of the Year and Treated Wood Trader of the Year. The team were ecstatic to come away winning the prestigious title of Treated Wood Trader of the Year – a great accolade to their name.

Based near Clows Top, Worcestershire, M&M Timber is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of machine rounded timber products and are highly regarded by landscaping professionals right across the country. In winning the award the business was recognised for its innovation in product development and forward-thinking investment for both the future sustainability of the M&M Timber business and the wider treated

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EQUITONE fibre cement facade materials; designed by architects for architects EQUITONE facade materials from Marley Eternit evoke the unique nature of fibre cement - a mineral composite material with outstanding physical and aesthetic properties.

EQUITONE materials are available in a range of through colours and offer an extensive palette of subtle and inspiring colours in a variety of textures and finishes.

EQUITONE materials provide architects with the ability to bring inspirational designs to life, for both new buildings and refurbishment projects.

For more information about EQUITONE please visit www.equitone.com.

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NORA® RUBBER FLOORING – NEW DESIGNS SET INDUSTRY TRENDS

FORMICA GROUP BRINGS A VIBRANT IDENTITY TO A SCHOOL WITH ENERGY EFFICIENT RAINSCREEN CLADDING

nora® systems offers a diverse range of environmentally friendly floor coverings. With strong eco credentials, low maintenance, long lifecycle, it is widely recognised as the best long-term solution for contract flooring projects including schools, hospitals, airports, retail, leisure and transportation.

Since its foundation over 70 years ago, nora systems has been fulfilling its role as a driver for innovation, taking advantage of an innovative manufacturing method, which is opening up completely new design options, several new products including noraplan® valua a plank effect design and noraplan® lona where the base colour acts as a canvas and the colour combination surface creates individual character are new additions to the range. Finally, the latest design is norament Arago. www.nora.com/uk

When Ellis Williams Architects (EWA) were appointed to undertake the design of Barrow Hall Primary School, they consulted with the school and local authorities to develop a design that avoided the pitfalls of existing building stock.

With consideration to occupant comfort and the energy efficiencies, EWA specified VIVIX® by Formica Group for the rainscreen cladding. The application of VIVIX panels to the exterior helped meet the brief for the build to incorporate minimal mechanical ventilation; while also establishing a distinctive aesthetic character for the school buildings.

Website: www.formica.com Email: samples.uk@formica.com Tel: +44 191 259 3512

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SKIALIGHT INTRODUCES ITS LIQUID LINE LIGHT SYSTEM

Lusso has grown through its vision to provide market leading glazed systems to create high end office interiors.

SKIALIGHT is an international lighting consultancy and supplier of integrated Architectural lighting solutions. We design and supply innovative and inspirational lighting schemes for a wide variety of project applications. We illuminate offices, retail spaces, public buildings, hotels, exterior environments and residential properties. We have selected brands based on their quality, reliability and cutting edge design. We only represent and recommend brands that meet our exacting standards. These include Molto Luce, Lamp Lighting, Lightnet, Liniled, Illuxtron, Orbit, and Climar.

We are able to offer a wide range of glazing options including demountable office partitioning, frameless glazed partitioning, frameless structural glazing, fire-rated and high acoustic glazed screens.

Service has been the key to our success, with repeat business from many leading educational establishments, public sector organisations and blue chip clients. We adopt a flexible approach to providing excellent service in order to achieve perfect delivery of our projects, on time and to budget.

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Feature Bathroom lighting is becoming more desirable, but until now the choices of switching have been severely limited. (Pull-cords, PIRs or outside switching). Sensorbility, has therefore developed the NEW Bathroom Switch controller, with Dimmer and Timer variants; thus allowing bathroom designers far more flexibility when it comes to lighting design and operation within bathrooms.

Atty & Smart is a new luxury lifestyle brand. The company was created by sisters Lucy and Charlotte who were inspired by exquisite botanical illustrations of the early 20th Century.

Producing unique, elegant designs and applying them to fine bone china, and a range of other items is our passion. We are a British company, based at the foot of the glorious South Downs National Park. Launching our debut collection at the Spring Fair 2017 is the realisation of a long held vision to present Atty & Smart to the world.

Comar 10 offers a new departure; a Passivhaus Certified â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bâ&#x20AC;? product with U-values as low as 0.66 coupled with processes that cut manufacturing costs by up to 70%.

ZONESLEEP CREATE MATTRESS TOPPERS WHICH ARE BREATHABLE, WASHABLE, SLIM FITTING, ULTRA-LIGHTWEIGHT, ANTI-ALLERGENIC AND PRESSURE RELIEVING.

With mood lighting becoming a desirable option within bathrooms the Bathroom Switch provides an elegant alternative to pull-cord operation.

Sensorbility Ltd. 01548 511498 www.sensor.co.uk

The launch collection includes hand decorated English fine bone china made in Stoke-on-Trent, beautiful greetings cards and wallpaper designs.

They are also very happy to discuss bespoke pieces or collections. info@attyandsmart.com www.attyandsmart.com

For further information about Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems, please visit www.comar-alu.co.uk call 020 8685 9685 or email projects@parksidegroup.co.uk

They offer your posture support and are odourless unlike their memory foam counterparts.

Zonesleep are offering a free pillow with every order when you quote code AM0805. To order visit zonesleep.co.uk or call 0800 242 5003. Offer ends 30th June 2017. www.zonesleep.co.uk

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The variations of the new controller include simple on/off switching, rampup dimming, ramp-down switch-off and time delay switch-off.

The Comar 10 window range includes: Inward opening, tilt & turn and fixed lights and are internally beaded and glazed. t U-values as low as 0.66 W/m2K t Cut manufacturing costs by 70% t Certified by Passivhaus Institute for cool temperature areas t Future-proof & energy saving t High thermal insulation with ground breaking technology t 90mm deep outer frames t Minimal care & maintenance

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DURHAM BUSINESS SCHOOL

WISE WINDOWS

VISQUEEN’S SUCCESS IS SEALED

Our installation within the entrance area to Durham Business School perfectly demonstrates how a single illuminated ceiling can truly create a welcoming space.

Wise Windows has been trading for over 10 years in Blinds & Curtains in the mainly the south of England and has built up a clientele of 100’s satisfied customers. Im know in the trade as Maureen for the reason being I’m like the directory enquiries of blinds & curtains. If it exists, I’ll find it!

Visqueen Building Products – part of RPC bpi recycled products - has launched a range of waterproofing liquid membranes that complies with all the latest changes in industry regulations while also meeting the precise needs of the company’s enduser base.

I specialise in specialist items e.g.: electric blinds or shutters etc. I have an enormous network of curtain makers and specialist fitters because I run own business.

Visqueen Axiom liquid waterproofing range is the result of in-depth market research and a comprehensive development programme in the creation of a new advanced range which is suitable for multiple applications and gives superior performance over other solutions. It is also fully compatible with Visqueen’s full range of structural waterproofing products to provide a robust solution for specifiers and end-users.

The University of Birmingham’s new Chamberlain Hall Student Accommodation is an impressive example of regeneration which is in keeping with the landscape as well as providing all essential capacity growth for the future. Consisting of 2 linked tall towers at 17 at & 21 stories and 5 “finger” blocks.

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The façade had to provide function as well as form. Day-lighting is vital to aid with studying, no dark gloomy corners, a light and airy interior is desirable.

For further information about Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems, please visit www.comar-alu.co.uk call 020 8685 2318 or email projects@parksidegroup.co.uk

Stretch Ceilings installed 27 square metres of shaped translucent Stretch fabric in 1 panel with Daylight White LED lighting to create a clean, crisp and even finish. The material offers 75% light transmission, is lightweight and antistatic.

The perimeter track is permanently fixed to the edge structure allowing the material to be fitted, unclipped and refitted by our operatives or trained maintenance staff. Alternatively the stretch fabric diffuser can be fixed using demountable frames for more frequent access if so required. www.stretchceilings.co.uk

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I’m not just a 9 to 5 person, I have clients contacting me up until midnight and beyond, weekend or even on holiday.

I’m also known as being boringly reliable.

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YOUR LIFE YOUR FIRE

STYLISH HEATING SOLUTIONS

Ortal fireplaces are entering a new era in design, scalability and functionality.

More than ever, the brand is in demand with architects, designers, contractors and builders, all seeking unique solutions for their projects.

Finding a stylish and elegant heating solution for a commercial or residential development, which offers excellent design and heat efficiency is never easy.

TABLE-ING THE OPTIONS ON COMPLIANCE

SDS LONDON IS PROUD TO PRESENT OLIVER KNIGHTS ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE.

For over 30 years, Ortal has been the world’s premier designer and builder of high-quality contemporary gas fireplaces.

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The company is the sole British supplier of some of the finest home and commercial brands worldwide including EcoSmart Fire.

EcoSmart Fire’s extensive range of indoor and outdoor bio ethanol burners have revolutionised luxury heating.

The 1100CV and other heaters stocked

by Smart Fire UK can be found on their website at: http://www.smartfireuk.com/

The Space to Change campaign has been developed to extend the useability of many existing wheelchairaccessible toilets, and meet the needs of potentially millions of people1 who need help with their personal hygiene.

Full details of the Space To Change concept, plus technical support, CAD blocks etc, can be found at www.clos-o-mat.com and http://community.fireflyfriends.com/ campaigns/space-to-change

This exquisite range is designed and manufactured 100% in the UK. All products are CNC machined from solid brass which enables superior manufacturing and the ability to bespoke virtually every item or even bring your own design to reality.

All products are available in 13 standard metal finishes and we have the ability to apply bespoke finishes if required.

For more information or to request a catalogue please contact SDS London on projects@sdslondon.co.uk or call 020 7228 1185.

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Exclusively available from Robeys and selected retailers throughout the UK, our purpose-built showroom in the heart of Derbyshire showcases a variety of Ortal gas fires, many of which are exhibited in live displays. Our 37 years of experience and solid reputation means you receive expert support and outstanding customer service which is why so many of our customers come back time after time.

Smart Fire UK delivers efficient yet elegantly designed products that work in any environment and can be incorporated with practically any décor.

Spending just a few £ more on a refurbishment could bring £000s in additional profit, an increase traffic to an outlet or venue.

So claim a group of campaigners, who are petitioning retail SMEs, service providers, architects and designers to adopt an inclusive approach- without needing to allocate any additional floor space.

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GHIZLAN EL GLAOUI

EKOSTAR INTRODUCE THEIR NEW INFRARED ENERGY SAVING HEATING SYSTEM FOR HOMES AND BUSINESSES

Moroccan-born artist, Ghizlan el Glaoui has developed a unique take on mosaic art that fuses ancient paint techniques with the latest in interactive LED lighting technology. Inspired by her Berber heritage, Ghizlan uses a geometrical method employed in fresco art to capture the essence of her subjects through vivid colours, oils, traditional tempuras and luminescent metallic paints on canvas, which she then illuminates from behind. This provides the ability to change the colour and temperature of the light - which can be controlled through an iPad or remote control - depending on the time of day. Available in any size or scale for residential or commercial projects, the result is a series of distinctive paintings reminiscent of the glittering mosaics of the Byzantine Empire, ghizlanelglaoui.com.

Ekostar’s new infrared heating system will not only provide residential property owners and businesses with a Green energy solution, but it will also give a 60% saving compared to other conventional heating costs.

Unlike other convection heaters, Ekostar’s ceiling and wall mounted infrared system doesn’t heat the air.

Instead the floor and walls are heated, creating warmth throughout the room’s interior. The system is controlled by a thermostat which will turn the system on and off, keeping the room at the desired temperature.

W. www.ekostar.co.uk E. office@ekostar.co.uk T. +44 (0) 2071128793

19 PIVOTAL TECHNOLOGIES Pivotal Technologies specialise in complete Lifestyle Changing technologies. Lifestyle Changing technology can provide a home owner with a single application to control every aspect of their home including lighting, audio, visual, heating, blinds and curtains, access control and security.

Working with home owners, builders, architects, assisted living and property developers we bring together high end products including Crestron, QMotion, Lilin, Came BPT, SONOS, and Amazon Echo to enhance your lifestyle.

Pivotal Technologies also take cyber security very seriously and implement Fortinet Security Firewalls to make sure any of our new systems are 99.9% safe from any potential hackers. www.pivotal-tech.co.uk

20 HOME AUTOMATION – THE FUTURE IS HERE! ‘Smart home’ or ‘Home automation’ are the buzz words of 2017. Long gone was the time when Home automation was used by a few devoted technology lovers. Smart home technology is now becoming widely popular and it’s easy to understand why when you just acknowledge its sheer scope.

Heating, lighting, audio/visual, alarms, and security – these are just a few of the things that you can now monitor and control from virtually anywhere in the world, simply through a smartphone.

You can also save on energy bills using Smart technology. All of this and more - Home automation is only limited by your imagination.

For more details on what Home Automation can do for you visit the TechHom web site: www.techhom.com

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ARTJOINER STAIRS

PLASWOOD PRESENTS NEW CONTEMPORARY SEATING DESIGNS

RAP INTERIORS

ULTIMATE COMMERCIAL CONTRACTORS LTD

Artjoiner stairs was founded in Shropshire in 2011 by a master joiner with over 25 years of expertise.

Specialised for grand scale timber projects and bespoke curved, elliptical stair production.

Our solid staircases adding a fantastic value to any building, will last for hundreds of years as we use the best solid, durable timbers and timeless designs.

Looking forward to your interest!

Tel: 01952 879 423 Email : info@artjoiner.com Web: www.artjoiner.com

The Plaswood range also includes recycled plastic lumber that can be fabricated into boardwalks, fencing, gates, jetties and other outdoor construction projects, including bollards, street name plates, way marker signage, plus other street and garden furniture such as planters, litter bins, picnic tables and benches. www.plaswoodgroup.com

Our team of dedicated experts pride themselves on providing a hands-on, personal service, and will advise you on the best interior solutions to take your business or organisation to the next level. With extensive knowledge of the latest design trends, your new interiors are guaranteed to be contemporary, cutting edge and visually stunning.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in safe hands when you choose Rap, so get in touch for your free consultation. All enquiries are welcome.

Phone: 0333 600 1234 Email: refurb@rapinteriors.co.uk Website: www.rapinteriors.co.uk

With extensive experience throughout the United Kingdom and our head office based in Hammersmith, Ultimate Commercial Contractors Ltd are the first name when it comes to London shop fitters. Our high quality service will completely overhaul your space, reinvigorating your business. Our expert tradesmen have worked on a variety of projects to great success and are able to deliver exactly what it is you require for your business.

We are a constantly expanding and evolving business and have already worked tirelessly for a multitude of different clients and businesses.

Ultimate Commercial Contractors Ltd Office Line: 0800 051 8446 Web site: ultimatecontractorsltd.co.uk

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We have a large modern workshop with the latest woodworking machinery, but mainly apply the traditional classic joinery techniques. We are manufacturing products to the highest specifications out of massive timber, capable to do anything.

The new, 100 per cent recycled Plaswood Edge bench introduces a maintenance free and sophisticated product range which combines versatility with outstanding long life properties, stylish designs, together with sweeping contemporary lines, for both outdoor and indoor settings.

Rap Interiors are an award winning design, refurbishment and fit out contractor. Since 1988 we have been transforming the interiors of offices, schools, academies, care homes and more with dynamic, inspirational designs.

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GREY IS THE NEW WHITE!

TRANSFORM YOUR PROJECTS WITH DECORATIVE PANELS

There is an undeniable trend within the Home Improvement market from white towards colour when choosing replacement windows, doors and roofline products. Grey is rapidly becoming the new white! At Freefoam we are seeing these market forces converting in to sales and have seen a significant increase in orders for Anthracite Grey fascia and soffit during the last year. Installers can now provide Homeowners the opportunity to create a fully coordinated roofline for their home by offering Freefoam’s new Anthracite Gutter.

Introduced last year, the Anthracite Grey rainwater range is an exact match (Ral No.7016) to the already popular fascia and soffit products and coordinates with many popular shades of window frame and door finishes.

All products are listed online at www.freefoam.com.

Have you ever thought about decorative panels? From brass to wood, you can choose from a wide range of materials to truly transform your interiors.

Whether you use our book of designs or your own creation, there really are no limits when it comes to laser cutting or engraving decorative panels.

We’ve worked across a range of projects which have seen us help designers, architects or businesses completely change the look of a space, from the University of Manchester to an Ambassadorial Residence in Israel.

Whether it’s for interiors or exteriors, we can offer a bespoke solution to suit you.

W: www.cut-tec.co.uk E: service@cut-tec.co.uk T: 01226 283322

27 THE TILE MURAL STORE OFFERS THE LARGEST SELECTION OF DECORATIVE WALL TILE MURALS AND SINGLE TILE ACCENTS. We can even turn your high quality photo into a tile mural or accent tiles.

We create custom tile murals and accent tiles for you and your home.

Adding a decorative ceramic wall tile mural to your home really makes a statement. Show off your own individual taste and style with our decorative wall tile murals and accent pieces.

Here you will find thousands of tile mural selections for kitchens, backsplashes and bathrooms. We have the largest selection of digital artwork tile murals available anywhere.

Our tile murals can be used as a backsplash behind your stove or sink in the kitchen and as a tub or shower surround for your bathroom. www.tilemuralstore.co.uk

28 FROMENTAL Fromental makes the world’s most beautiful handmade wallpapers.

Combining the finest skills together with luxurious fabrics we create contemporary, timeless interiors.

Our creative team is a collaboration of talented designers and craftsmen from London and China. Informed by a variety of art forms and styles from across the centuries, Fromental creates unique new designs that are at once fresh, timeless and elegant.

We aim to re-invent the wallpaper aesthetic, applying ancient techniques such as gilding and gesso work to innovative designs to suit today’s tastes.

We pioneered the skill of embellishing chinoiserie panels with fine silk embroidery, taking an already supreme decorative form to new heights of opulence. www.fromental.co.uk

Every week, millions of designers work in SketchUp Pro, the world's most popular modelling tool for exploring and presenting ideas in 3D. The platform is intuitive and quick, so anyone can learn to create, collaborate on, and deliver 3D projects.

SketchUp 2017 comes with multiple new and adapted features including; Transparency, Graphics Pipeline 2.0, High DPI Modelling, Perpendicular Face Inferencing, Smart Offset, LayOut Tables, High Fidelity.DWG and Extension Manager.

Create accurate 3D projects Develop your ideas in 3D with powerful and accurate, yet simple tools. Begin with a blank canvas or import photos, CAD files or pre-built models from 3D Warehouse. SketchUp is the most intuitive and easy-to-learn 3D drawing tool available, designed to behave like an extension of your hand.

Export and share Publish imagery and animations, export for VR, create documents and BIM reports with

IFC references. Evolve your design in other applications by exporting to formats including DXF, DWG, OBJ, 3DS, DAE, and more.

A flexible platform Extension Warehouse contains over 400 plugins that layer additional tools and features on top of SketchUp. Free and paid plugins are available for industry-specific workflows such as rendering, analysis, and 3D printing.

Present and document SketchUp Pro includes LayOut, a powerful 2D illustration app for the creation of professional drawing sets, construction documents and screen presentations, all dynamically linked to SketchUp files. You can make high-resolution prints, PDFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for distribution and give your presentations as a full-screen slideshow, all from the same LayOut file. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dynamically linked to SketchUp models it contains. Consequently, any changed you make are automatically reflected in your document. Say goodbye to exporting a new set of images every time your design evolves.

For more information on SketchUp Pro 2017 visit www.elmtec.co.uk, email sales@elmtec.co.uk or contact us on 01844 263750.

SketchUp 2017 is here!

The smartest SketchUp yet.

Transparency

Graphics Pipeline 2.0

We’ve made big improvement to transparency, which should now render faster and at high quality to. SketchUp is also now much better at displaying multiple transparencies to provide a more realistic sense of depth across several see-through faces.

In this release, we’ve made major improvements to our graphics pipeline, allowing for performance improvements.

Now, SketchUp, 3D Warehouse, LayOut, My SketchUp, and Trimble Connect all render models using the same under-the-hood algorithms – all tuned for buttery 3D orbiting.

High DPI Modeling

There’s more!

We’ve tuned snapping and inferencing for high definition monitors (like Apple’s Retina Display).

Edge weights have also been smart-scaled. You can back away from your screen now...

Perpendicular Face Inferencing Have you mastered parallel inferencing? We’ve added a ‘Perpendicular to Face’ inference.

Hover a face; SketchUp will helpfully snap to its perpendicular.

• Smart Offset

• High Fidelity .DWG – for easier exporting

• LayOut Tables; manage spreadsheets in LayOut

• Extension Manager

Contact Elmtec, Sketchup’s distribution Partner in the UK

E: sales@elmtec.co.uk

T: 01844 263750

W: www.elmtec.co.uk