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Only last month, I was talking of the unbearable heat we were experiencing here in the UK. Following several additional weeks of sweltering temperatures and a recently-actioned hosepipe ban, our call for a much-needed downpour was finally answered. Whilst the rainfall's cooling effects were most certainly welcomed, some parts of the south of England, unfortunately, suffered from extreme showers. This, of course, resulted in flash floods in areas such as Central London, Kent, Devon and Cornwall. In fact, in mid-August, the Met Office issued 17 flood alerts and predicted up to 100mm of rainfall in some locations.

As we've been advised by environmental professionals over the years, such drastic and prompt changes to the weather is unquestionably a cause for concern, and these meteorological shifts are beginning to palpably take shape. As such, we must adapt current practices to protect ourselves from swiftly-moving, potentially perilous weather conditions.

For example, in this month's issue, Ian King, COO at Zeroignition, talks to us about the 'invisible dangers of timber construction'. Here, he not only discusses the vital use of fire retardants in the wake of record temperatures and destructive wildfires, but he also explains how architects and specifiers must consider the risk of toxic pollution caused by harmful chemicals found in fire retardants. Turn to page 20 to read the full article.

Elsewhere, James Walsh, CEO of Studio Anyo, fills us in on what inspires him and how young architecture students can get ahead, Allen Coldrake from Carlisle Construction Materials discusses the Ecodorp project and we profile Konstantin Arkitekter's Qaammat Pavilion in west Greenland.

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Do Design Codes represent housing development by consensus, or will they result in consultation fatigue? And, will they fast track ‘beauty’ or will the layman’s greater involvement in design result in a dumbing down? Niamh Burke, Associate at Carter Jonas (London), investigates.

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In this article, Paul Smith, Head of Marketing at F.H. Brundle, explores the rise of balustrades.

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Allen Coldrake from Carlisle Construction Materials discusses Ecodorp, a sustainable community in The Netherlands where Hertalan EPDM membrane has been specißed as part of a cradle- to- cradle approach to circular sustainabilit

Jack Smith, Product Manager at AET Flexible Space, explores the world of underfloor air conditioning (UfAC) and its role in driving carbon reduction and health and wellbeing.

Neil Sanders, Technical Director at F. Ball and Co., advises on cutting the time it takes to install floorcoverings without compromising on finished results.

There are many reasons why clay brick remains the building material of choice for architects, developers, builders and planners across the UK, and why it will continue to be so as we move to ever more sustainable methods of construction. Here, Forterra explains further.

British Architect Guy Hollaway forecasts the future of the office and explains how his practice's latest HQ scheme, for bike manufacturer, Brompton, demonstrates the workplace design of tomorrow.

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QAAMMAT PAV IL ION, KO NSTA N TI N A RK I TE K TE R:

The Qaammat Pavilion, designed and built by Architect Konstantin Ikonomidis, has won an A+Award.

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NE WS I N B R I E F: WARRINGTONFIRE MARKS 50 YEARS OF ‘MAKING TOMORROW SAFER THAN TODAY’

INDUSTRY UPDATES FC& A ROUNDS UP THE LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS AND UPDATES. SGP’s new office premises in Hull

Warringtonßreismarking the 50th anniversary of itsßrstcommercialßre test, which took place at anewly-completedßre testing laboratory in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, in 1972. 50 years later, what is believed to be the UK’s oldest-existingßre-resistance testing laboratory continues to operate. Today, it is one of Warringtonßre¶smainsites and is a centre of excellence forthetestingoftimberßre doors. In addition to being an earlypioneerinßretesting, Warringtonßrehasremained at the forefront of the industry.

Through its collaboration with associations and standards committees,Warringtonßre¶s team of technical experts Stephen George + Partners LLP (SGP) is delighted to be continue to play a pivotal role a ßre leading team of companies comprising Pagabo, Sypro, inraisingstandardsinthe Tequ, on its new office premises in Hull. protection industry.

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he 187 8 building on W h itefriargate in the centre of Hull contains a remarkable amount of original, in-situ decorative details, from stunning ceilings Door & Hardware Federation and a glazed dome lantern to rich (DHF) is hosting a series of woodwork, stonework and window webinars that are proving details. Explains Alan Soper, Studio popular with its membership.

Director at SGP: “ e W worked directly The webinars provide clarity with The 55 Group to fit a flexible, and guidance on a range ofsubjects that aœect the vibrant office space within this remarkable heritage asset. Spread door and gate industries across a basement and five floors, and have been launched to the space had to provide workspace enable member companies and breakout areas for the group’s who manufacture or work staff across its various brands, plus with industrial doors, garage doors, ßre doors, automated a members’ bar, private rooftop gates and trac barriers to terrace and three floors of offices that could be let out.” enhance their knowledge.

SGP’s design embraces Victorian Three webinars were held on 14th July, 27th July and boldness with colour, mixing pure white with deep, rich blues and 4th August and covered fresh green highlights. A stunning such subjects as CPR Tests and certißcation, fall-back decorative ceiling, picked out in white and dark blue, arcs over a mix protection, force limitation, of informal and formal workstations, compliance assessments of complete with a circular j u ice bar. vertical doors and horizontal A cantilevered mezzanine floor, doors and gates, UKCA which leaves the original decorative Marking and System 3 features and columns untouched, type testing. A further four is flooded with light from the dome webinars are scheduled. lantern and generous windows across the main office space.

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SGP’s new office premises in Hull

The ground oor includes S GP¶s designs for a separate private members’ bar area, to be run by Hotham’s Gin School, one of the new tenants. SGP’s design works with the relatively low ceiling height to create a 1920s speakeasy feel, with dark-painted retained brick, chevron wood ooring and low- level lighting. The beautiful timber from the old cashiers’ stations and clerks’ cubicles has been re-used as feature panelling on the walls and also as partitions, with the bar back being built from old bookcases found elsewhere in the bank.

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NEW HEAD OF MEMBERSHIP AT FIS

The Finishes and Interior Sector (FIS) is delighted to announce the appointment of Michelle Armstrong as the Head of Membership.

The role has been newly created in support of the company’s growth strategy, achieved by the development of a programme of member engagement and recruitment activities. Michelle has over two decades of experience in the construction industry, having worked for the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) since 2000. She is a skilled and practised Company Development Advisor, making her FIS’ clear choice to fulfil the new position of Head of Membership. In her new role, Michelle will continue to develop the company’s growth strategy by developing and leading a programme of member engagement and recruitment activities.

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SENIOR PROMOTION AT DMWR ARCHITECTS

Survey Hub has boosted its team with the appointment of two new trainees. Arun Hari and Bohdan Buleha – who has recently left Ukraine – have both joined Survey Hub’s Nottingham office as Trainee Land and Building Surveyors and will be learning the ropes of specialist services such as measured building and topographical surveys, EPCs, asbestos surveys and more. Bohdan, who recently completed his masters – specialising in geodesy as well as computer engineering – joined the firm not only to start his career but also gain knowledge and pass his experience back to his fellow Ukrainians. Arun recently completed his post-graduate education in MSc Civil Engineering at Nottingham Trent University and decided to join Survey Hub to develop his skills and knowledge with a company that has a good reputation in the sector.

DMWR Architects has promoted Mariya Krasteva to Associate Director. Mariya joined DMWR in 2014 as an Architectural Assistant before progressing to an Architect in 2016 and subsequently Associate in 2017.

Barry Harper-Smith, Managing Director of DMWR Architects, comments: “Mariya is an extremely valuable member of our team, and it is wonderful to see her progression over the years in the practice. Her new role is thoroughly deserved, and I look forward to seeing the next chapter in her career at DMWR.” Mariya has worked on a number ofhigh-proßle projectswithin the practice, including Greetham Street in Portsmouth, 25-storey student accommodation project and £42m student accommodation in Oxford both for Unite Students and more recently, an interior design project for a 15-storey, mixeduse building in Varna, Bulgaria and BristolRoyalInßrmaryfor Unite Students.

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Mclaren Construction has awarded E7 Building Services – part of The Michael Lonsdale Group – the MEP design and build works for Aston Martin Cognizant Formula One Teams’ new headquarters.

E7 Building Services will be handling the full MEP design and build for the brandnew facility at Silverstone as part of its expanding activity in the Midlands area. Works will incorporate state-of-the-art MEP design alongside specialist research and development installation, including BMS and EMS systems, specialist gases, local extract ventilation systems and photovoltaic systems. The scheme will span 15000ft2 of facilities, including external specialist plant areas. E7 will work alongside Mclaren and Aston Martin F1 to deliver the first Smart Factory in Formula One.

RIBA REPORT SHOWS JCT IS DOMINANT CONTRACT PROVIDER

The RIBA Construction Contracts and Law Report 2022 has been published, with the results showing that JCT continues to be the most widely-used standard form contract provider in the UK construction industry. 59% of respondents indicated that JCT contracts were the forms that their organisation used most often, whilst 71% said that they had used a JCT contract over the last 12 months. When asked to give reasons for their choice, respondents said of JCT: “Industry standard and tested in the courts”, “fair, equitable and well understood”, “standard lump sum contract understood by the industry” and “simple and familiar”. JCT contracts were dominant in project value between £250,000 and £5m.

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AR C HI T ECT I N PR O F I L E In this month’s Q& A, Ja mes a W lsh, CEO of Studio Anyo, fills us in on what inspires him and how young architecture students can get ahead.

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citizenM Tower of London hotel Please tell us a bit about your career background.

After graduating from Hull School of Architecture, I worked for several London practices, including Swanke Hayden Connell Architects, Sheppard Robson and Hamiltons Architects, cutting my teeth on various projects before setting up Studio Anyo in 2010. I learnt an awful lot, and for a young architect, it all provided great exposure to the work of renowned architects, such as Foster and Rogers, on some of London’s biggest regeneration projects, including Ox ford Street’s Armadillo Connect.

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What has been your most notable project to date?

The citizenM Tower of London hotel, completed in 2012, has to be one of my most important pieces of work and the one I’m particularly proud of. This complex building sits within a UNESCO World Heritage site and above the nearby London Underground station. The development saw a lot of technical and design challenges to overcome to deliver a flagship luxury hotel where concrete, glass and high-tech works across architecture, interiors, urban development and brand significance.

Have you always wanted to pursue a career in architecture? eY s, I’ve always wanted to be an architect for as long as I can remember. No one else in my family had worked in architecture, but I found myself drawn to it early on. I was also stronger in technical drawing, graphics and design than in other subjects at school, so it was perhaps a natural career for me to pursue.

How do you approach your projects?

It begins by working closely with the client to identify a storyboard for the project, whether it’s a new or refurbished hotel, office block or leisure facility. From this, the first concept flows, feeding the design narrative and, ultimately, a distinct meaning and purpose for the building.

W h o has been your greatest influence and source of inspiration?

The modern geometric work of the great Polish-American Architect Daniel Libeskind has always inspired me, particularly his design of the J e wish Museum Berlin, Germany. I’m also intrigued by buildings with stories to tell. This includes churches and cathedrals, whose design and architectural narratives have transcended the generations to remain as influential and inspiring as ever.

What do you think is the greatest challenge for designing in sustainability?

Designing in sustainability is one of the key requirements for almost all new buildings, regardless of whether they are commercial or residential developments. For architects, this presents a tough ask – the great challenge is to create functional, inhabitable buildings that aren’t compromised by sustainability requirements and the need to use energyefficient technologies and materials.

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MMC example What is your favourite building?

Daniel Libeskind’s Jewish Museum Berlin.

It’s a testament to the value and power of narrative within design and architecture, conveying the social, political and cultural history of the Jews in Germany from the fourth century to the tragedy of the Holocaust in an achingly-powerful, evocative and acute style. The light and darkness of the subject matter are captured by a unique building that’s both brutal and compelling by turns, relating a story for the ages and reminding people of what happened during one of the darkest chapters of our time.

What do you think is the greatest challenge for architects today?

Striking a balance between delivering beautiful, energy-efficient buildings that we would all want to live and work in with budget constraints can be highly challenging for architects. We are seeing good design and architecture being stripped away because of the rising cost of sustainable technologies and the products used in construction. Energy efficiency and net-zero carbon emissions always come with a price.

What do you think is the greatest challenge for architecture students?

Understanding that academic courses bear little relevance to the actual job of being an architect is a massive challenge for

A new range of lodges students. Those students who come to a commercial practice must then attain two to three years of learning and experience before they can be considered ready and equipped with the skills to work in the real world. This can be a costly process, placing considerable strain on practices’ budgets.

What advice would you give to newly-qualified architects?

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enable you to communicate designs succinctly and unambiguously to builders is paramount to being a successful architect and delivering projects.

What can we expect to see from you over the next year?

We are growing our work in residential and high-end sectors through creating and delivering new products incorporating the latest developments in MMC and offsite, modular construction. For example, our new range of sustainable prefab houses for consumers will offer more choice and variation than ever before.

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QAAMMAT PAVILION, KONSTANTIN ARKITEKTER

QAAMMAT PAVILION WINS A+AWARDS The Qaammat Pavilion, designed and built by Architect Konstantin Ikonomidis in cooperation with UNESCO and the Qeqqata Municipality, located in Sarfannguit, Greenland, has been crowned Popular Choice Winner of the Cultural (Pavilions) category in the A+Awards.

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ocated in Sarfannguit, a cultural landscape in west Greenland and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2018, the Qaammat Pavilion by Konstantin Ikonomidis is designed to celebrate and promote the Inuit intangible cultural heritage and traditional knowledge of the environment.

Characterised by the two fjords that meet on Sarfannguit’s eastern tip on the hills, the pavilion’s location has been carefully chosen by the local community, Site Manager, Paninnguaq Fleischer-Lyberth, and Architect, Konstantin Ikonomidis, for its impressive view over the municipality.

Set on the planned trail between Sarfannguit and Nipisat, this sitespecific installation will serve as a landmark and a gathering point and dissemination site, where the World Heritage Site’s beautiful surroundings can be experienced by locals and visitors to the village. The Qaammat Pavilion is designed as a poetic and aesthetic object, but, most importantly, as a symbolic gesture acknowledging the natural site and rich history, the distinctiveness of the Greenlandic culture and the spiritual sensibilities rooted in Sarfannguit.

The pavilion is anchored in the rocky terrain. Drilled into the ground with 40mm holes, the foundation is constructed with rock anchors exactly like every typical house in the settlement. Attached to the upper part of the metal poles is a custom-made, stainless-steel bracket with a circular geometry. The metal bar is fully horizontal, and the poles vary in length according to the terrain. The curving walls, constructed in glass blocks, form a linear pathway open at both ends, which serves as an entrance to the pavilion. One of the more distinctive features of the structure is its glass ‘shell’, its play of transparencies, scale and weight, resulting in a feeling of surreality. The Qaammat Pavilion can simultaneously alter the viewer’s perspective, merge and even vanish into the surrounding topography.

The design draws inspiration from the moon and the Arctic light in combinationwith the snow¶s reections.

An essential part of the design phasewas site-specißc research by Konstantin. Following his earlier work and analysis on the subject of home, Konstantin focused on his interest in integrating landscape, culture and human stories into the design. Marked by encounters, conversations and interviews with the locals, the architect’s intention is to reect these experiences, stories and myths poetically in the design of the pavilion.

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A RESIDENTIAL BUILDING WITH A BOLD DESIGN AND ITS OWN IDENTITY The CASAMIRADOR Savassi residential building is located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil, and features boldly-designed architecture that stands out in the local landscape.

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he building has 14 lofts and 24 In order to obtain lightness and studios and is spread over nine transparency, the aluminium sheets received floors in a construction located on perforations in diœerent sizes and were made in an asymmetrical yet harmonic way. That a narrow lot, with a width of 12.7m. The process makes it possible to see through challenge of its volumetric mathematics, to respect distances, was one of the them from the inside out, where city views factors that influenced non-obvious are exposed through the skin. However, from decisions resulting in architecture being the outside looking in, it isn’t possible to see the interior, guaranteeing privacy to the created with its own identity.

The interdependence between the resident. This element also made it possible building’s structure and the architectural to explore a rich range of eœects, from hiding project enabled great creative freedom, smaller, functional windows, to tearing the skin to expose the large spans. Conceived as culminating in the most prominent element; generous openings, these windows allow the a second skin that ‘wears’ the building like a garment, giving it unique characteristics. The city to become an extension of the house, with material used was aluminium, painted in an abundant light and ventilation. The concrete earthy, reddish sepia tone that alludes to the frames of the openings contrast with the predominant oxidised colour. abundance in Minas Gerais of raw ore.

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The skin covering the building also provides thermal comfort to the units. Away from the masonry, it provides shading for the fences and good ventilation through a mattress of renewable air. From that perspective, sustainability guided many of the project’s choices. Due to the reduced dimensions of the land, and minimal rooftop space for installing equipment or photovoltaic panels, it was necessary to find a solution that would avoid the entry of heat, to the detriment of an air conditioning project.

The building’s pyramidal shape, which is the result of staggering, also made it possible to allocate technical areas on the outer face of the masonry, as well as on the internal face of the skin, ensuring a clean and unadorned plastic.

Another project highlight concerns the challenge of placing the pyramid on the ground, touching the land lightly at a single point. Under the inuence ofBrazilianArchitect Oscar Niemeyer, a V-shaped pillar was created, which is widely used in his works.

Finally, to ensure flatness on the facades, the sheets were bent on all four sides, thus increasing their rigidity.

Although the sheets were randomly perforated, the joints were aligned, and the volume was harmonious, several studies were carried out until the final fixing model produced an alignment of the slabs and the midpoint of each floor. The study ensured optimisation in the secondary structure for fixing the plates. There are only three horizontal profiles per floor, and the upper and lower profiles were also combined to fix the plates of the adjacent floors.

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Park View by Blenheim Estate Homes used a Design Code in its pursuit of ‘beauty’

PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT WITH DESIGN CODES Will this additional tier of engagement succeed in accelerating development or result in further delays? Do Design Codes represent housing development by consensus, or will they result in consultation fatigue? And, will they fast-track ‘beauty’ or will the layman’s greater involvement in design result in a dumbing down? Niamh Burke, Associate at Carter Jonas (London), investigates.

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n emerging theme in planning policy is that of ‘beauty’. While ostensibly raising the standards of design, the underlying aim of the beauty agenda is to increase the delivery of more homes. As the then Secretary of State indicated in a webinar on ‘Building Beautiful Places’ in July last year, very few people actively support planning applications for new homes, but this could be addressed by, “putting beauty back at the heart of how we build”.

It follows, therefore, that if public support for the design of new communities is achieved at an early stage, planning consent is more likely to be forthcoming.

This is what Design Codes are intended to achieve: as a template by which local residents, via their local planning authority (LPA), can create their own aesthetic wish list, they allow communities to exercise more control over the built environment.

In July 2021, the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) was amended to urge all councils to develop a local Design Code, and the National Model Design Code (NMDC) provides advice on both the process and the content, along with methods to capture and embody the views of the local community.

The first consideration is how Design Codes will fit into our current system.

Public consultation is required on the formation of a Local Plan, the drafting of a Design Code and at both the masterplanning and detailed planning stages of a development proposal. Never before has consultation been required to such an extent.

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Furthermore, Design Codes can be applied at county, local authority, neighbourhood or site level.

And, the NMDC requires consultation at no fewer than three points: on the analysis, the vision and the formation of the code. This runs the risk of creating consultation fatigue and an imbalance in local engagement. It is widely understood that objections to planning applications are often brought about by a vocal minority of ‘NIMBYs’. A potential problem of increased consultation is that NIMBYs presented with more opportunities to object increasingly outweigh the voices of those who do not.

Furthermore, research demonstrates that increased engagement is likely to favour a conservative approach to design. The Government’s own polling has demonstrated that support for traditional design is preferred over contemporary architecture: 85% of respondents surveyed said that new homes should either fit in with their more traditional surroundings or be identical to homes already there.

So, will Design Codes result in a dumbing down in housing design? While consultation can open minds to new ideas, this takes considerable time and skill. A much-repeated comment from the pilot NMDCs was that local authorities lacked the resources to consult fully. This would suggest that without a significant investment in public consultation, the design of new homes will favour pastiche over progression.

While many questions remain about how consultation is conducted and with whom, the success of NMDCs also depends on how this additional requirement fits into the broader planning process. For Design Codes to have a role in the planning system, they must be fully integrated – rather than existing as a relic of the 2020 Planning White Paper – planning policy that never was.

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owever, despite timber’s potential as a building material, architects must be aware of the risk of toxic pollution caused by harmful chemicals found in fire retardants. Awareness around the topic is lacking, presenting health risks when specifying materials.

Following the recent legislative changes and the increasing number of heatwaves across the UK, fire safety is top of the agenda. With record temperatures and an unprecedented number of wildfires, fire chiefs are warning that we must be aware of the dangers posed by this extreme weather and the risk of fires breaking out.

This means that the use of fire retardants is vital – and for a good reason.

However, specifying retardants that pose a health risk is not the solution either.

Fortunately, toxic pollution is being addressed by ongoing R&D and new technologies. Yet, a great deal of progress is still needed to develop a deeper understanding of building materials and the risks associated with timber construction to inform the use of safer ßre retardants.

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Building more sustainably with timber

Timber is an incredibly versatile material with solid green credentials due to its lower embodied carbon and reduced emissions from manufacturing processes compared to that of steel and concrete.

Yet, we can¶t ignore the increased ßre risks, includi when wood burns. When this occurs, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are released, and this danger is exacerbated by deadly fumes released from some ßre retardants. These harmful chemicals can also seep into water sources through drainage and rain. Toxic ingredients in ßre retardants, such as halogenated chemicals, can negatively aœect human health through neurological damage, hormone disruption and even cancer.

To secure a greener future for construction and improve our use of timber, it’s essential that we completely phase out dangerous chemicals in fire retardants. Brominated fire retardants have already been restricted in the EU, and I expect there will be more to come for other harmful products that are currently still on the market. For architects, staying one step ahead of the game and broadening their understanding of the dangers associated with fire retardants is one way we can reduce the risk to health.

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This holistic outlook on fire safety is essential in the planning stage of construction, meaning architects can understand the use of non-toxic fire retardants, creating a greener and cleaner industry. We need to be sensible about the materials we are putting into homes and commercial buildings and ensure the latest methods to treat wood are the correct choice, beyond the risks associated with fire.

What’s next for timber construction?

Is building with timber risky?

The legislation associated with the Fire Safety Act has seen tighter restrictions on building materials. Timber use is seen as high risk, given that unprotected wood easily burns. While there are risks, it’s encouraging that developers are still using timber thanks to the availability of fire retardants which can protect building materials. What’s more, through extensive R&D, innovations of low-toxicity fire retardants are being developed that are much safer, and those containing toxic chemicals no longer need to be a choice.

This progress means a range of new products are coming to market, providing more options for suppliers and increasing design agility for architects. If using fire-

safe, non-toxic, treated timber, professionals across construction can rest easy knowing that buildings are safe and sustainable. To ensure this is the case, improved levels of knowledge, education and awareness must first be prioritised.

A more holistic understanding of fire safety

To fully understand the benefits of fire protection methods, it helps to look at how different elements work as part of a system in a building. This means assessing all the parts and observing how they interact with one another in the event of a fire. It can be easy to rely on methods like sprinklers which are hailed as a one-size-fits-all solution, but other solutions, including fire retardants, should not be overlooked.

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Time is of the essence, and everyone across the construction industry must do their part to ensure toxic materials are removed from supply chains. A greater degree of education from suppliers and architects on the underlying dangers associated with some fire retardants will help to drive this change.

There is no denying that timber is a viable solution to many of the challenges the construction industry currently faces, particularly in terms of sustainability. It’s now vital we don’t overlook the bigger picture and create other health risks in our rush to use timber as the next major building material. Safety must be a priority above all else, so let’s make sure we’re considering all angles and create the sustainable future we’re all aiming for.

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BALUSTRADES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

were often a bulb-like shape, which locals thought looked like pomegranate flowers – ‘balaustra’, in Italian.

Unsurprisingly, it’s from here that the name ‘balustrade’ was derived.

What’s not changed, however, is the fundamental purpose that balustrades serve. They’re an elegant, visually-pleasing solution to an age-old problem – providing safety at height.

Instead of ugly, oppressive structures that block out natural light and spoil scenic views, balustrades oœera much more seamless alternative.

Today’s sleek and stylish glass balustrades might not look all that much like something you’d find on the Villa Medici, but they fundamentally serve the same two key purposes. They exist to keep people safe – allowing them to admire the view in high-up places and prevent accidents. And they exist to look good.

However, one thing Michaelangelo – and the architects of Ancient Assyria –

In this article, Paul Smith, Head of Marketing at F.H. Brundle, explores the rise of balustrades.

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oday, we think of balustrades as the epitome of modern design. When we hear the word, we picture futuristic new builds – flat roofs, floor-toceiling windows, sliding doors with frames that are almost invisible. But the ancient structures that the earliestsurviving balustrades are found on couldn’t be more different.

As strongly as we associate them with the glass-and-steel age we¶re living in now; they date back to a time when wood, stone and marble were the dominant materials used in construction. There are murals from the ancient kingdom of Assyria – encompassing parts of Iraq, Turkey and Syria as we know them today – that depict buildings with balustrades from over 3000 years ago.

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There’s also evidence of their use in India and China in ancient times – although, interestingly, none whatsoever that they were ever used in Greece and Rome, despite their reputation for impressive architecture. However, they didn’t come into their own until over 2000 years later in Renaissance Italy, where their use became widespread. In the 1500s, they featured on landmark buildings like the Villa Medici and in designs by Michaelangelo – and it was also in Italy that they first got their name.

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didn’t have to contend with is the large and often complex amount of regulation governing balustrade use that we do in 2022. In residential settings in the UK, Building Regulations require that balustrades, or similar barriers, be used in spaces with a height difference of more than 600mm. In nonresidential applications, they have to be used on staircases with more than two risers and spaces where the height difference is over 380mm.

There are also strict regulations governing the height of glass used, which varies depending on the setting. According to Approved Document K in the Building Regulations, when used in conjunction with stairs, landings, ramps and edges of internal oors, the balustrade must be 900mm in height. For external balconies and the edges of roofs, they have to be 1100mm.

In public sectorbuildings, oces and retail settings, similar rules apply – balustrades must be 90 mm for ights ofstairs and 1100mm for all other settings.

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In addition, there are several key performance markers balustrade products have to meet to ensure they’re offering optimum safety performance. The first concerns ‘line load’ – the amount of horizontal force a balustrade can withstand on the top as if someone was leaning against it. Another is ‘uniformly-distributed load’, or the amount of force a product can withstand being applied to its midsection. The third concerns ‘concentrated load’, or the sudden impact that occurs if someone falls against a product or some other accident occurs.

In all three cases, products have to demonstrate a certain level of performance, laid out in Part B of Building Regulations and BS EN 1991-1.

Particular attention has to be paid to the type of building, as different structures with different uses and occupancy levels have different requirements.

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ECODORP: A STUDY IN CIRCULARITY CARLISLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

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here have been several showpiece sustainable social housing developments in the UK, combining environmental and social value within a single project. The concept of a project that is sustainable in terms of both materials and community is gaining traction across Europe, and one project in The Netherlands is providing a benchmark for how this idea can be advanced still further.

The Ecodorp development in Boekel, southern Holland, is a neighbourhood of 30 climate-adaptive and climatepositive rental homes, along with six informal care homes, a community centre, a knowledge and education centre, a workshop and offices, located in three circular buildings, constructed from renewable timber. The community is not only being built using natural, sustainable and recyclable materials, but it has also been designed to enable residents to grow their own food supplies, generate their own energy and purify their own water supply.

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articulated in both its specification and the design of the round buildings.

Specification

Designed by Van Laarhoven Architects and built by ecological contractor Eco+Bouw, Ecodorp is an ERDF, Dutch Government and regional Government-funded project that has circular sustainability at the heart of its design strategy. Alongside natural and renewable materials, the buildings have been specified with a ‘fabricfirst’ approach that considers the environmental credentials, performance, lifecycle and end-of-life potential of each material. This philosophy not only aligns with the environmental and social goals of the project but also enables the project to benefit from a Dutch Government initiative, which enables developers and building owners to claim back up to 12% of both material and installation costs if the products can be returned to the manufacturer for recycling or repurposing at the end of their service life.

Carlisle has made this commitment to taking back the Hertalan EPDM membrane installed on the buildings as part of the Ecodorp project. Using net environmental benefit analysis (NEBA) data and evidencing the ability to remove and recycle the membrane cleanly at the end of its service life was central to both achieving the specification and demonstrating that the project can qualify for the fiscal arrangement.

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In reality, Hertalan EPDM membranes are BBA certified and have an anticipated service life of 50+ years, so it will be some time before the principle is tested.

However, this longevity is an integral part of the environmental goals of the development. When the membrane does reach the end of its service life, the same induction process used to fix the Hertalan EPDM to the roof can be used to cleanly lift it from the substrate with no residue from primers or adhesives.

Only ‘clean’ EPDM membranes can be fixed and detached in this way. Once the membrane is returned to Carlisle, it will be possible to reverse the process used to manufacture the material, returning the EPDM to its component compounds for re-use.

Installation

The 36 homes constructed as part of the Ecodorp development are made from waste or organic materials, including lime, hemp and cross-laminated timber, to drive the goal of 100% circularity.

The project has been designed to ‘lock up’ more CO 2 than was required in its construction, with 808 tons of CO 2 stored in the homes, versus approximately 600 tons of CO 2 emitted during construction. The project also used geopolymer concrete, which is made from recycled sand and gravel, and Hertalan EPDM on the roof, which can be lifted cleanly from the substrate at the end of its service life, with no residue from primers or adhesives. Only ‘clean’

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EPDM membranes can be fixed and detached in this way because the chalk used to separate the material before vulcanisation in other types of EPDM prevents the technology from sealing the membrane to the metal fixing. Once the membrane is returned to Carlisle, it will be possible to reverse the process used to manufacture the material so that the component compounds of the EPDM can be re-used.

The roof build-up on each building comprises recyclable PIR insulation board on the timber roof substrate, followed by the Hertalan EPDM membrane. The 2mm-thick membrane requires no primer or adhesive for mechanical fixing using the Hertalan Induction system, and Carlisle’s team worked with the delivery partners to provide a technical specification, which included wind uplift calculations, the layout of the membrane to optimise the use of materials and positioning of the fixing plates, most of which were used to fix both the EPDM membrane and the insulation with a single plate.

The layout for the fixing plates was specified as a grid on a technical drawing as part of the technical specification. While standard fixing plates can be used for any insulation-only fixing locations, the plates used to install the EPDM roofing membrane with the Hertalan Induction system have a special coating. This becomes tacky when the plate is heated by magnetic radiation and solidifies again when it cools, achieving a secure bond. If the membrane needs to be removed, for modifications to the building, for example, or at the end of the building’s service life, the same induction process can be used to release the plates and remove the membrane. This allows installation with neither adhesives nor penetrations.

All the metal plate fasteners were installed on each building prior to the installation of the EPDM membrane, which was pulled across the roof, making it watertight very quickly. The bonding process was equally fast, with the contractor’s team utilising the lightweight Hertalan Induction device at each location to create the firm bond. In a single pass of each fixing plate, the equipment heats the plate, which adheres to the underside of the EPDM, and a magnet then cools and applies pressure to the point of adhesion, enabling a fast and secure bond in a matter of seconds. Because the induction equipment heats the plate using magnetic radiation, no hot works were required, and it was not possible for the membrane to be heated or fixed in the wrong location.

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Achieving circularity

The drive for sustainability has evolved from a focus on environmentallyresponsible materials and improved building performance to a genuine commitment to preserving resources, using them well and considering their legacy. The Ecodorp project exemplifies these principles. As we look to a future where we have to tackle the issue of finite resources, the ability to reclaim materials with a cradle-to-cradle approach to circularity will be vital, so learning from projects and Government initiatives from other markets is a useful way of considering how the green agenda can be accelerated in the UK.

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HVAC

A DIFFERENT WAY OF THINKING Depending on your outlook, HVAC within building design is either a nightmare of constraints and compromises or a stimulating balancing act of client needs, sustainability and cost. O c cupancy levels, hybrid working, occupant health and wellbeing, indoor air quality ( I AQ) , energy consumption and sustainability are receiving new, higher levels of consideration alongside the conventions of aesthetic versus build cost, writes Ja ck Smith, Product Manager at AET Flexible Space.

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globally for nearly 30 years. But it is relatively undiscovered, especially in the UK.

From the void, the conditioned air is introduced to the space via a Fantile.

The Fantile is installed into the existing framework of the raised access floor.

This isn’t your standard displacement system where air leaks passively into a space regardless of conditions. Each Fantile is equipped with an EC fan, damper, trim heater, temperature sensors and controller to ensure that air is only delivered to the space if required.

Strategic positioning of the Fantiles across the floor plan ensures optimal occupant comfort without thermal imbalance from draughts or hot spots. Return air makes its way back to the CAM through either a separated return plenum within the floor void or through

One thing the COVID pandemic has taught us all is that there are alternative What’s it all about?

– and many would argue UfAC makes use of the already better – ways of doing things. existing void and mechanical It has forced us all to venture framework that comes as part beyond the accepted; to thinkof a raised access floor system outside the box. to deliver conditioned air to a Historically, we design office space. Why take on the cost spaces using the ceiling to and go through the effort of provide the route for ventilation ductwork design and ceiling and air conditioning, whether suspended systems when a those building services are ready-made duct is right there exposed or concealed behind a below our feet? suspended ceiling.

Conditioned air is delivered to the void through Why not turn the a Conditioned Air Module process upside down?

(CAM), which is dispersed I¶m talking about underoor throughout the office space. air conditioning (UfAC). It’s not Here, air is filtered, mixed a new concept. In fact, we’ve with fresh air and then heated been designing and supplying or cooled depending on the Flexible Space System (FSS) space conditions.

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high-level louvres where it is reconditioned and recirculated.

The air delivery component of a UfAC system works at relatively low pressure, achieving up to 30% savings on energy costs and almost the same level of saving on CO 2 emissions compared to conventional ceiling-based systems. Consequently, UfAC can be a powerful tool when considering BREEAM, LEED and other green building accreditations.

Design freedom

From an interior design perspective, UfAC expands and liberates the use of the interior space. With air conditioning at a high level, allowances must be made for ducting, pipework and a false ceiling may be installed to

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aesthetic of a new build. ductwork to a bare minimum.

Decorative louvre facades can The modularity of the system be fitted to CAM containment delivers benefits to churn cupboards; Fantiles can feature rates. CAT B design layouts bespoke grilles with custom can be realised efficiently shapes, finishes and materials. with minimal additional equipment requirements.

Cost savings It simultaneously delivers Implementing UfAC can reduced embodied carbon and increase room height by10%; it waste to landfill as an original eliminates the need for a ceiling system can adapt to changing ventilation zone – typically needs. Whereas a traditional 600mm – and requires a system would be ripped out minimal increase to the cabling and completely replaced. void underthe oor, 150mm.

Buildings with UfAC are The resultant oor-to-ceiling proven to deliver savings of height increases from 2250mm up to 7% on total construction with a typical suspended ceiling costs and to cut construction to 2700mm with the use of the time by up to three months.

UfAC, whilst the slab-to-slab height remains at 3400mm.

A load of hot air?

Achieving a ceiling height of The theory is not a load of hot 2700mm in a new build would air. It is proven in practice in require a slab-to-slab height some 300 projects across the of 3850mm if you chose a world and used by (among ceiling-based system. The UfAC others), Jaguar Land Rover, Sky, oœers a 1 0 % reduction in oor Microsoft, Kuwait State Audit height for the same headroom.

Bureau, Shanghai International On a four-storey building, that Port Cruise Terminal and the equates to an overall height Institute of Physics. reduction of almost 2m, with To coin a cliche, try it; the subsequent savings in you might like it! Certainly, construction costs and ease in our experience is that, once planning considerations that consultants have ventured from come with it. the norm and specified UfAC, it Being underfloor, UfAC becomes their ‘go-to’ option for facilitates the speed and cost commercial environments. of installation, eliminates working at height and keeps www.flexiblespace.com

accommodate these services. agile work environments. This UfAC releases this allowance ease of reconfiguration is into the internal space proven to reduce both building enjoyed by the occupants and tenant churn rates and of a building. At low level, expedite lettings, even to certainly in commercial the extent of adjustments spaces, allowance for cabling to accommodate sudden is prere q u i si te; a n a ddi ti increases o n of in occupancy, such 150mm is all that’s required to as a corporate reception event. accommodate Fantiles.

In refurbishment and As UfAC combines conversion projects, ventilation with temperature decorative ceilings and modulation, design freedom is covings, architectural iron or further extended: there is no concrete beams can be left need to include radiators or exposed, giving the character trench heating. Use of interior of a building the chance to space is not only optimised express itself. In new and but extended; Fantiles are old buildings alike, the gain ‘plug and play’ so can be easily in ceiling height provides a repositioned across the floor bright and open workspace. plan, delivering flexibility to The Flexible Space System the modern workplace, where (FSS) integrates seamlessly hybrid working has become the into the building fabric of a norm, and a mix of open-plan historical renovation or is used and cellular offices dominate to complement the modern 27

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owadays, ooring installation products, Liquid waterproof surface are low odour, easy to use, self membranes are the usual option, and smoothing and can be applied at including waterproof surface membranes, levelling compounds and adhesives, are advanced products are now available thicknesses of up to 10mm. available that, when used correctly and in combination, thatwillisolate excess suboor Where flooring installations allow oorcoverings to be installed in less than amoisture day. where relative humidity are part of a refurbishment and values are up to 98% with a singleold adhesive residues (including In contrast, it might have once taken several days, coat application and will fully cure in bitumen and carpet tile tackifiers) leaving areas inaccessible in the meantime. as little as four hours. are present after the removal of Achieving a long-lasting, professional flooring finish also requires flooring contractors to follow best Even quicker, two-coat systems old floorcoverings, contractors can practice in subfloor preparation. Before undertaking are also available.The ßrst coat cures save time by using a smoothing underlayment that has been any flooring installation, a thorough assessment of the in 15 to 20 minutes, and a further 30 minutes of curing time is required for specially formulated for use over subfloor should be completed to ensure it is sound, smooth and free of contaminants. the second coat, creating a barrier old adhesive residues, which would against residual construction moisture otherwise require mechanical where the relative humidity value is removal. Such products are Moisture management up to 95% in less than two hours and a formulated to minimise the stresses Unmanaged moisture, whether residual construction structural membrane is present. inflicted on adhesive residues as moisture or rising damp, is one of the leading causes of floor failure. For this reason, F. Ball recommends the smoothing underlayment sets, that a moisture measurement test should be carried A smooth finish meaning it is able to maintain its F. Ball recommends the application integrity when applied to subfloors out using a pre-calibrated hygrometer (in accordance of a levelling compound or where these are still present. with British Standards) to determine the relative smoothing underlayment to In most cases, there is no need humidity (RH) levels of the subfloor as part of any flooring installation. create a perfectly-smooth base to apply a primer beforehand Where the relative humidity(RH) levels in the suboor for floorcoverings and optimise when using this type of smoothing the finished appearance of an underlayment, saving further time are above 75% (or65% ifwood oorcoverings are to be installation. and expense. They also have the installed), some form of moisture management solution willbe required to prevent excess suboormoisture The fastest-setting products on benefit of allowing contractors to from damaging oorcoverings and attacking adhesives, the market are ‘walk-on’ hard in use the same product in situations where newly-installed subfloors and potentiallycausing complete oorfailure. Several 30 minutes and ready to receive new floorcoverings from 45 areas with old adhesive residues timesaving options exist where a solution for excess minutes. The same products present are next to each other. moisture is required.

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New formulations

A moisture management solution, such as the application of a liquid waterproof surface membrane, is required where excess subfloor moisture is detected

The latest advancements in technology have enabled F. Ball to create a fast-track, water-mix smoothing underlayment that can be applied over old adhesive residues, Stopgap 1500 AquaPro. Such products have previously only been available in bag and bottle formulations.

The new smoothing underlayment is suitable for preparing a wide range of sound internal suboors prior to the installation of a new oorcovering and can be applied over bitumen, carpet tile tackißers and ceramic til adhesives, eliminating the need for mechanical preparation.

Just as with market-leading bag and bottle versions, the product is walk-on hard in as little as 60 minutes after application and ready to receive floorcoverings from just four hours. As a water-mix smoothing underlayment, no bottle is required, meaning less plastic waste is produced by the flooring industry.

The fastest-setting levelling compounds on the market are ‘walk-on’ hard in 30 minutes and ready to receive new floorcoverings from 45 minutes

Choosing the right adhesive

Once the levelling compound has cured, the contractor can select a suitably fast-working adhesive to install appropriate floorcoverings.

The choice of adhesive will often be determined foremost by what type of floorcoverings are to be installed and where, but there are options for when timesaving is a priority.

Recently-launched adhesives for vinyl sheet and tile and rubber floorcoverings allow floorcoverings to be installed from just five minutes after application. The adhesive transitions from being wet lay when first applied to the subfloor to fully pressure sensitive, and fibres in the formulation limit the lateral movement of floorcoverings, making the installation of vinyl planks and tiles easier.

Carpet tile tackifiers are available that only take 30 minutes to form a permanently tacky film, which will prevent tiles from moving laterally under everyday traffic while allowing individual sections to be easily lifted and replaced if damaged or worn.

The fast-drying formulation of Styccobond F58 PLUS pressure-sensitive vinyl adhesive enables LVT tiles and planks to be secured from just five minutes

Compatibility check

To prevent a substandard finish or even complete floor failure, contractors should always ensure that adhesives are compatible with the chosen floorcoverings. To do this, contractors should consult the adhesive manufacturers’ recommended adhesives guides or see the floorcovering manufacturers’ instructions.

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It would be natural to assume that clay, a building material that has been around for thousands of years, might not be up to the task of net zero emissions; however, there are many reasons why clay brick remains the building material of choice for architects, developers, builders and planners across the UK, and why it will continue to be so as we move to ever more sustainable methods of construction.

Firstly, clay is a natural, raw material formed by mineral deposits that over a period of around 15,000 years accumulate in the ground. Once a clay pit has come to the end of its life, it can be given back to nature and often restored into abundant natural habitat capable of supporting a variety of species. In fact, Forterra’s own award-winning King’s Dyke Nature Reserve was itself once a clay pit.

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One of the most scrutinised aspects of clay brick production when it comes to questions of sustainability is the ßring proce itself. The ßring of clay bricks is an energy-intense process, since they must be ßred at temperatures of over 1000°C. However, the industry has made great strides in reducing the energy consumption involved.

For example, the heat generated from the kilns during production is now often used twice, being redirected to dry bricks prior to ßring. At Forterra¶s own Desford factory, it has invested in two new cutting-edge technology kilns designed to reduce energy consumption and emissions.

With the aim to reduce carbon emissions further still, the industry has set out a decarbonisation and energy- eciency roadmap 1 and is exploring other low-carbon fuels such as hydrogen and electric ßring.

Another important factor to consider when choosing building materials is the cost of transportation from factory to construction site in terms of both economic and environmental costs. The industry is committed to reducing the emissions from clay brick transportation. Between 2012 and 2018, Greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from HGV trac increased by 1 4 % . As a 30

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consequence, in 2018, the Government agreed to a voluntary, industry-supported commitment to reduce GHG emissions from HGVs by 15% from 2015 levels, aiming to reach this goal by 20252. To support this aim, some clay brick manufacturers, such as Forterra, are investing in upgrading their eet to Euro 6 vehicles. In addition, eœorts to update vehicle body design, thereby increasing payload, are currently in development, the success of which will see vehicle movements and, therefore, emissions reduced still further.

But it is, perhaps, the longevity of clay brick that most prominently contributes to its sustainability as a building material. Buildings constructed using clay brick have very long lifespans, which means that in order to maintain Even when a building is demolished, the building materials they use are their original appearance, they may require only the clay bricks can be recycled, both robust and reliable as well as minimal upkeep. In fact, clay bricks often look reclaimed and re-used. In addition, clay sustainable. The clay brick industry brick buildings are particularly adaptable is dedicated to providing this and better with age and weathering. You don’t need and so can be refurbished and working to improve sustainability at to look very far in the UK to see aestheticallyappealing clay brick buildings that are several retroßtted in line with changing needs every stage of the product’s lifecycle, centuries old. Magisterial clay brick buildings and purposes. If this is not an option, from the initial extraction of raw dating back to the Tudor period abound, from clay brick walls can be dismantled and material through to manufacture and mortar removed before being used delivery. Durable and long-lasting, and Hampton Court Palace in London to Leez Priory in Essex. Yet these buildings often date even to create new building facades, or adaptable to low-impact construction, further back. At Coggeshall Abbey, in Essex, clay brick can be recycled for use as clay brick has been an iconic building some of the buildings are composed of bricks hardcore, which avoids the need for material for a millennium and will quite dating back to 1190AD, while in the town of extra emissions by reducing the amount possibly continue as such for the next of virgin material required in production. thousand years.

Beverley, there is the Beverley North Bar, a town gate dating back to 1409AD. What’s crucial about The benefits of choosing clay brick these structures is that the brick has retained are clear. Its versatility, durability and www.forterra.co.uk astonishing quality given the timeframe, requiring longevity are second to none and SOURCES: 1 contribute significantly to its inherent https://www.brick.org.uk/admin/resources/ relatively little upkeep when compared to other materials. At the very minimum, a 150-year-old sustainability as a building material. sust-brick-rev-g.pdf 2 brick building will look at least as good as when As sustainability becomes ever more https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/ the bricks were ßrst laid. This is compared to important for the construction industry, government/uploads/system/uploads/ architects, developers, builders and attachment_data/file/932122/decarbonisingthe generally-accepted expectation that a new planners want to be certain that transport-setting-the-challenge.pdf building will last for at least 60 years.

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UK CONSTRUCTION WEEK

UKCW BIRMINGHAM ANNOUNCES PACKED PROGRAMME OF SEMINARS AND CPD SESSIONS Details of a packed programme of seminars, CPD talks and careers presentations have been announced for UK Construction Week Birmingham (UKCW Birmingham), one of the UK’s largest events for the built environment, which returnssocial value through changes in the construction to Birmingham’s NEC from 4 to 6th October 2022. process. She will give her reflections on the launch of UKCW BIRMINGHAM

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eminars at UKCW will focus on a myriad of topics including skills, social value, business, innovation and regulation, major projects, procurement and housing – complemented by 20 dedicated CPD sessions across the three days, covering everything from supply chain resilience to the Building Safety Act. Officially opened by Architect and Channel 4 Presenter George Clarke, UKCW Birmingham is the must-attend construction event this autumn and is expecting around 25,000 attendees.

UKCW Birmingham will see over 6000 products on display from over 300 exciting exhibitors including Bosch, Schneider Electric, Google, Graco Distribution, Wavin, Cemex, Hanson Plywood and many more. This year, the multi-awardwinning show has also attracted an abundance of overseas exhibitors, including brands from as far afield as Australia, India, Norway, Turkey and the UAE.

The 2022 show has an even stronger emphasis on future development in the industry. This year’s theme is Celebrating Culture Change in Construction and will be present throughout the show, backed by all the industry’s leading organisations, including AICO, Bosch, Hanson, Northgate and Quadrant Building.

Seminar highlights

Day one Skills: UKCW Birmingham will look at the skills agenda, and the solutions that have been found by industry leaders, such as Rick Lee OBE, Chief People Person at Willmott Dixon, who was instrumental in securing the RICS Inclusive Employer Quality Mark for the tier one contractor Social value: Ann Bentley, Global Board Director at Rider Levett Bucknall and board member of the Construction Leadership Council, has led the way on bringing about behaviour change and unlocking

the value toolkit and what it can do for the sector.

Day two Business, innovation and regulation: Including the new Building Safety Act, the ongoing digital revolution, and the challenges facing the supply chain brought about by the pandemic and war in Ukraine Economic outlook: What does the economic outlook for the sector look like? Top economists Professor Noble Francis, Economic Director at the Construction Products Association, and Tom Hall, Chief Economist at Barbour ABI, will offer crucial information for those planning the months ahead.

Day three Major projects, procurement and housing: Bringing together the solutions from the conference programme to the biggest challenges of the day.

These include retrofitting the majority of UK housing stock, creating net infrastructure and a look into the regional opportunities in the West Midlands region enabled by HS2 and its satellite projects.

Furthermore, the careers centre will offer visitors an array of informative talks aimed at those interested in a career in construction, whether that be graduates, students in further education, or those looking at a career change.

To register for UKCW Birmingham for free, go to ukcw-birmingham-2022.reg.buzz/pr.

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THE FLOORING SHOW v $ " 9$ 3 !

THE FLOORING SHOW RETURNS FOR MILESTONE YEAR From 18 to 20th September, The Flooring Show will be returning to the Harrogate Convention Centre for what promises to be its biggest and best show yet. One of the UK’s largest events dedicated to the flooring industry will will be displaying the latest developments in the be marking its 60th birthday and the organising team are wool industry, whilst the NICF’s Fitter of the Year determined to ensure this milestone does not go uncelebrated.competition returns, with competitors putting their THE FLOORING SHOW

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ollowing a successful event in 2021, this year’s show is all about celebration. The sector’s resilience has been stalwart for the past two and a half years and The Flooring Show 2021 was all about bringing the industry back together under one roof,” says Event Director, Alex Butler. “Our 2022 event will be a celebratory affair, as we mark 60 years of The Flooring Show. It’s an extraordinary milestone that we look forward to celebrating with exhibitors and visitors from across the country for what promises to be three days of business and innovation.”

2022 exhibitor line up

Across the three-day show, visitors will be able to meet with hundreds of brands including big names that people know and love, such as Abingdon Carpets, Adam Carpets, Associated Weavers, Ball & Young, Berry Alloc, Bostik, Cavalier Carpets, Cormar Carpet Company, Furlong Flooring, Hanson

Plywood, Interfloor, Kellars, Lano N.V, Likewise Floors, QA Flooring Solutions, Penthouse Carpets and Victoria Carpets & Design Floors, to name just a few.

Visitors can expect to see new ranges from all exhibitors across all types of flooring including carpet, laminate, LVT, wood, vinyl, cork and grass for contract and retail markets. Alongside the returning brands, there will be plenty of new exhibitors, keen to meet with visitors and introduce them to their ranges. Confirmed names include Carpenters Limited, Kahrs, LX Hausys, Riviera Home UK, Tremco and Verhoek Europe, plus many more.

What to expect for 2022

Innovation This year’s exhibitors will be showcasing new ranges and products that put innovation at the forefront and visitors will be able to see these in action at the Demo Zone. The Wool Trends Centre

skills to the test.

Sustainability There is no doubt that demand for sustainable solutions within the flooring industry has become a major focal point for today’s consumer. With plenty of new green and sustainable developments on offer from exhibitors, visitors will be able to make the right purchasing decisions for their end-consumer.

60 incredible years 60 years does not come around too often and that is why this year The Flooring Show will be looking back at shows that have been and gone as well as the people that have made this event so special. The team are delighted to be able to bring the industry together for such a momentous occasion.

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LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL CELEBRATES ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY This year, London Design Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary, returning to the capital from 17 to 25th September 2022 with a thought-provoking programme of events, exhibitions and installations.

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he festival will, once again, shine a bold new light on the city and make the familiar fresh through its programme of sensational, must-experience installations, museum exhibits, the Design Districts and the Global Design Forum.

At a time when climate change, pollution and resource depletion intensifies, there is also a need to drive toward a circular and more sustainable economy. With that in mind, this year’s festival will seek to platform new thinking and creative concepts that demonstrate the crucial role of design today.

Landmark Projects

Designer Sabine Marcelis will be creating an outdoor installation in central London. This project will invite the public to gather, celebrating the Brutalist form of Centre Point and the wider multifaceted architecture of London.

Sony Design will present INTO SIGHT at Cromwell Place. This life-sized media platform plays on sensorial effects that transform simple boundary surfaces into an infinite vista through shifting light, colour and sound.

Festival Commission

LSI Stone will work with Stanton Williams and Webb Yates in collaboration with experimental design to realise Henge, a project in Greenwich Peninsula inspired by the Neolithic stone structures that “create a space separate from the outside world”.

Festival Hub

London Design Festival at the V&A is a unique collaboration between the museum and London’s foremost contemporary design festival. Now entering the 13th year together as the official Festival Hub, this collaboration will see iconic spaces within the museum transformed by an extraordinary collection of specially-commissioned installations and displays by contemporary international designers.

Design Districts

The Design Districts are a key component of the festival makeup.

There will be 12 districts as part of this year’s festival: Brompton Design District Clerkenwell Design Trail Islington Design District King’s Cross Design District

Mayfair Design District Shoreditch Design Triangle Southwark South Design District William Morris Design Line Returning after a successful debut last year, Greenwich Peninsula and Park Royal Design District Relaunched for 2022, Bankside Design District and Pimlico Road Design District.

Design Fairs

London Design Festival stages major trade shows, formerly known as Design Destinations. These are the commercial pillars of the festival and are key meeting places for designers, manufacturers, buyers, specißer the media and design enthusiasts to discover new product releases and identify current trends.

Global Design Forum

Global Design Forum is the festival’s curated thoughtleadership programme, celebrating design and the minds shaping its future. This year, the festival is excited to be partnering with Arup Foresight, ExploreStation led by Design Council on behalf of Network Rail, in partnership with Commonplace, Digital Urban, and The GlassHouse Community Led Design and Tétris Design and Build. The programme for 2022 will span a range of topics, questioning how design is evolving to respond to the urgent needs facing our environment and society at large.

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t is accepted the external leaf of a cavity wall will regularly become very wet during rainfall, and when accompanied with wind, rain saturation can be experienced quite rapidly. The wet must be arrested just above the roof abutment level, as failure to do so will permit the wetness to continue its gravitational path below roof level, where the skin becomes an internal wall.

Preformed trays can provide the requisite arrestment, the Type X cavity tray being the popular choice for sloping abutments and the only gable abutment tray system in the UK awarded European Technical Approval. Once incorporated, trays create a DPC staircase, with connecting treads and connecting risers forming a protective barrier just above and parallel with the rooine. With ashings already attached, the plumber’s job is also made easier, dressing-only being required to complete the job.

An often-overlooked design consideration occurs where a sloping roof abuts the innermost skin of a cavity wall.

In this situation, both skins of the external cavity wall are exposed to wind-driven rain above roof level. Thus, saturation can occur in both skins below the coping level.

On the roof side, the preformed trays protect against saturating rain continuing its gravitational path below roof level, so no problem arises. On the external (gable end) elevation, the external skin will saturate and function as intended, but in so doing, it can feed wet into the building – despite the cavity being maintained.

If one looks at regulations, they refer to outward-sloping DPCs and trays discharging away from the inner masonry skin on the logical basis that waterwill ow to falls – outwardly. But with such a gableend parapet, there is no inside skin – both are external, and both saturate. Provision must be made to prevent water ‘undertracking’ the tray cavity upstand rising from the other masonry leaf.

The solution was developed by Cavity Trays many years ago. Tray cavity upstands are hinged to accommodate the ‘as-built’ cavity width (as opposed to the asintended), ensuring compatibility. In such a parapet situation, the top of the hinged upstand is supplied with a simple turndown.

The tray is still able to protect as intended, but the turndown eliminates the possibility of saturating water under-tracking.

CavityTrays oœers an identißcation and scheduling service and will be pleased to draw such considerations and aspects to attention. Approved cavity trays are accompanied by a performance undertaking for the beneßt of the architect, builder and client. The Yeovil-based company is the longest-established specialist in its ßeld and is celebrating years of expertise this year.

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REYNRS[ E A TII B M A US O ROP TC E J WISN VEO C TETAD UI B L WAA GRDN I D L Hadrian’s Tower beat off tough competition to be aw arded the <B est Taqq B u iqding Facade and F enestration E ngineering P rojectf at the Taqq B u iqdings A w ards d recently held in London.

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he 8 2 m tower is one of the most ambitious projects ever undertaken in N e wcastle-upon-Tyne and has transformed the city skyline. With an exc eptionally high-quality architectural finish, the building provides residents with panoramic views – made possible through the use of R e ynaers’ ConceptWall 6 5 (CW 6 5 ) unitised system, which combines optimum performance and sustainability while achieving an iconic appearance.

Hadrian’s Tower max i mises the potential of its location in a constrained city-centre site. Home to 1 6 2 lux u ry apartments, a premium cocktail bar and a fine-dining restaurant, the 8 2 m tower is at the heart of the city’s bold regeneration scheme. B y building up, this project has demonstrated the viability of tall buildings in the region and answered a local need for housing in a modern, innovative way.

The constraints of building in a city-centre location led aF ulkner B rowns Architects to specify R e ynaers’ CW 6 5 system because it met both the aesthetic and performance requirements but can also be constructed off site in modular panels – which can then be erected in units on site, radically reducing installation time. This curtain wall system meets the highest performance requirements in water and airtightness and wind load resistance. The building has also achieved the appropriate B r itish R e search E s tablishment E n vironmental Assessment M e thod (B R E A M ) credit.

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UTTI P STRI E D E P G N SATY EN FA RST IF Since it w as introdu ced in d the E u ropean safety standard E N r remains a key standard to be followed to ensure pedestrian safety at automatic doors. Considered to be a more onerous standard, it defines the responsibilities of all those in the construction industry, from manufacturer to end user and including architects and contractors.

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E Z E U K has revised and updated its popular and informative R I BA-approved CPD, ' S afeguarding Pedestrians from Accidents at Power O p erated Doorsets'.

The 4 0 - minute seminar looks at the Eu ropean standard E N 1 6 0 5 in detail and ex p lains the responsibilities of all involved to ensure safety and compliance at all stages of construction.

I t ex p lains everything from activation distances for escape routes and non-escape routes; the danger points of automatic sliding, swing and revolving doors and how safety features, such as finger guards and protection leaves, can be used to reduce the risk of injury; and looks at revolving doors, which are potentially the most dangerous and which received the most significant changes.

I t is intended for chartered members of RIBA but is also suitable for facilities managers, property managers and contractors.

O ffering architects and specifiers invaluable advice and guidance, which contributes to their continuing professional development, this updated training seminar gives a better understanding of the standards and regulations surrounding pedestrian safety at automatic doors. The seminar is included in R I B A’s core curriculum: Design, Construction

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a nd Te ch no l o gy ; He a l th , S afety a nd We l l b e ing; a nd Leg al, Regulatory and Statutory Compliance for the General Awareness knowledge level.

It can be presented in person or virtually via various online platforms and at a time to suit, usually lunchtime, but breakfast seminars or afternoon sessions can be accommodated.

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TS H G I L TZING AE LM UP GEWL CN USTRI D N I STYL L A REURB EF SHTIN E M Steeq w indow s and doors from C qement Window s G rou pfs E B range have been selected for the refurbishment of the former Uniform Works site on C qerkenw eqq G reen in L ondon: CLE M E N T WI N D O W S GR O U P

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tagg Architects obtained planning permission to refurbish and extend the original 13,000ft 2 building by an additional 7000ft 2. The renovated building comprises a new roof extension, flexible spaces on the ground and lower-ground floors and offices at the upper levels.

Clement Windows Group was selected to manufacture the new and replacement steel windows and doors throughout the building. Powder paint coated in RAL 9005 (Jet Black) with the accompanying hinges and handles painted to match the frames, the new fenestration perfectly complements the industrial aesthetic of the refurbished building and helps to flood each floor with light. As the building is surrounded by other properties on three sides, the addition of natural light is a real bonus. The huge wall of steel windows on one side of the building includes a patterned glass that allows light to enter while also providing privacy for the neighbouring properties.

Ben Stagg, Director of Stagg Architects, commented: “Clement Windows was selected following a lot of research, and, ultimately, because theywere able to oœer the slimmest proßle metal sections. The appearance of the glazing is critical to the whole building design, so we worked closely with Clement to achieve the desired appearance, with great success.”

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A NEW OPENING FOR DEAN TONNA G E ZE UK has strengthened its Window Technoqogy team with the recent appointment of Dean Tonna, who joins the renowned manufacturer of door and window controq sy stems as an A rea Saqes M anager cov ering the M idqandsd sou th of E ngqandd sou th and midJWaqes: GEZ E U K

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W i t h a s t ro n g t r a c k re c o rd i n t e c h n i c a l s a l e s , i n c l u d i n g ex p e r i e n c e wo r k i n g fo r M o n d r a u g h t , C oxd o m e a n d Gl i d e v a l e , De a n h a s e x t e n s i v e e x p e r i e n c e i n t h e s e c t o r a n d wil be as isting M&E consultants in specifying the cor ect p ro d u c t s t o fo r m p a r t o f a n i n t e g r a t e d f i re a n d i n d o r c l i m a t e c o n t ro l s y t e m .

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The Grade I Listed N e wcastle Cathedral has recently undergone considerable renovation work after being awarded a £ 4 . 2 m N a tional Lottery Heritage grant. TO R M A X was contracted by Historic Property R e storation (HPR ) to deliver an automatic entrance system for the main rear door that would be easily accessible for all visitors without compromising the heritage facade of the building. The elegant, bi-parting automatic glass sliding door features stylish manifestation, whilst the grey profile surround subtly blends with the period location. E n hancing pedestrian safety, the entrance benefits from two internal glass pocket screens behind which the door leaves recess. The entrance is also Secure R C 2 rated, helping ensure the cathedral is not a target for criminal activity. The new TO R M A X sliding doors provide a wide-open, welcoming entrance for visitors to the cathedral. Technologically advanced, yet aesthetically discreet, the door leaves are powered by the in-housedesigned TO R M A X 2 3 0 2 operator.

SIDEY CELEBRATES 90 YEARS OF TRADING SIDEY

Fe nestration specialist Sidey celebrated its 9 0 t h anniversary in August, and Sidey’s J o int M a naging Director, Steve Hardy, reflects on how the business has changed over the years. “ We were first established in 1 9 3 2 as a small glazing firm based in Perth,” he ex p lains. “ I ’ ve been with Sidey for over 2 6 years, having originally joined the company in J a nuary 1 9 6 in the retail sales department and then started the trade, new-build and commercial divisions in N ovember 1 9 8 . I n the time that I ’ ve been with Sidey, we have ex p anded into the sectors I ’ ve previously mentioned. O u r product range has vastly improved and increased over the years and can offer colours and solutions we could never have dreamed of five to 1 0 years ago. The size of the business has also significantly increased to become the largest window and door manufacturer and installation company in Scotland, with our products being supplied throughout the U K and sometimes even further afield.”

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UK G P C TOSHWCO SEA :OE N RTN A P R; E ROTOP AH C AUL D O M RA UF N A M TURI C A TA G NSIF O TEXPE O A one-stop approach to modular manufacturing will be showcased

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I nvestment of tens of millions of pounds in illbruck, N u llifire, TR E M C O, Dryvit, F l owcrete, N u dura and aV ndex has allowed CPG (U K ) to bring nex t -generation manufacturing capability to the modular manufacturing market, offering customers solutions for all elements of offsite construction.

CPG (U K ) will be at stand number C2 4 at O f fsite E x p o. V i sitors to the event can also see products in action around the show, with various customers ex h ibiting CPG (U K ) solutions in live demonstrations.

Laura Smith, CPG (UK) Senior Market Manager, said: “Our team has operated within modular manufacturing for several years and proactively works with customers to ensure that we are providing the marketplace with solutions that can live up to the demands of the everIZSPZMRKA SœWMXIA GSRWXVYGXMSRA WIGXSVJA “ We understand our customers’ varying product and production with one point of contact for seven product brands.

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A RF EKN S EVNI TS NI SPECREIF PLATFS MRO TO A ER CH ARCHITC E TS AND DELEV P O S RE FRANKE

Franke has responded to the growing number of architects and developers specifying products online by partnering with leading product research platforms SpecifiedBy and BIM (Building Information Modelling). As part of its investment in the specification market, Franke has listed its expansive portfolio on the two platforms to ensure finding, understanding and specifying its products for a wide range of commercial and housebuilding projects is as straightforward as possible.

Across SpecifiedBy and BIM, architects and developers can find information on over 500 products from Franke and sister brand Carron Phoenix, including CAD details, BIM objects, technical datasheets and sample specifications.

GILT BER S HELPS GLENEAGLES DELIVER UNDERSTATED LUY XUR IN HISTORIC SETTING GILBERTS BLACKPOOL

One of the world’s most iconic hotel brands is diversifying into the city of Edinburgh with the opening of the Gleneagles Townhouse. The air of understated luxury which will pervade all areas of the historic building will be delivered courtesy of Gilberts’ ventilation control throughout the guest areas.

Atelier Ten had to design the ventilation solution with care to deliver the levels of fresh air required in the boutique hotel environment without adversely impacting the elaborate plasterwork and interior decor. It turned to Gilberts (Blackpool) to deliver. Air supply has been achieved through DGA louvre JEGIAHMœYWIVWAFTPEWXIVMRAZIVWMSRGAERHAcZ3APMRIEVAFEVAKVMPPIWA [MXLAGSRGIEPIHAß\MRKAMRAVYRWAYTAXSA QAPSRK

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COM ERCIALC D ING REFURBISHMENTTHE ONE CAN SOUTI L ON Here, specialist coating manufacturer Bradite advises on what to consider when refurbishing commercial and industrial cladding.

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Up until the corrosion and failure of the steel substrate itself, Bradite’s One Can M ost external cladding will last between 10 can be successfully used to upgrade the cladding and extend its life. Fast-drying and 20 years before any maintenance is needed.

Bradite One Can, the ßrst all-purposewater-based primerand ßnish in one can, is The deterioration is usually gradual and will move an interior and exterior, anti-corrosive, quick-drying, low-odour, low-VOC primer, from simple chalking or colour fading to failure undercoat and ßnish. It oœers the decoratora single-pack, direct-to-substrate of the coating. This is followed by corrosion of that provides superior stain locking and adhesion properties. the protective zinc or aluminium alloy under the One Can also gives excellent anti-corrosive protection, making the product HIGSVEXMZIA GSEXMRKA ERHA ßREPP]A F]A XLIA JEMPYVIA SJA XLIA ideal for application to all metals, both ferrous and non-ferrous, including steel substrate itself. When the steel substrate has brand-new galvanised steel. failed, it is usually by perforation or excessive steel The high-performance coating will give protection to many other thinning by corrosion. This is when the cladding substrates, including cladding, UPVC, powder-coated metal, steel and needs to be replaced. timber, such as fencing, garden furniture and sheds.

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All 64 modules, which make up the eight retirement living bungalows and three-storey retirement living apartment blocks, have been constructed off site in M-AR’s factory in Hull. The modules are delivered to site completely finished, down to the electrics, plumbing and interior paintwork. The M-AR site team will then complete the project with external cladding and landscaping. When complete, the development will comprise six one-bedroom and six two-bedroom apartments alongside the eight bungalows.

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Balconies, of course, feature throughout and an interesting look involves the concrete cantilever balconies, where the slab at the heel is 250mm thick, but then thinning and sloping up towards the tip of the balcony. There are a number of innercorner balconies incorporated as well. Inevitably, thermal bridging at these various connectivity points is a risk, and the design detailing required a structural thermal break with total reliability and unquestionable performance.

The slab at the heel is 250mm thick, then thinning and sloping up towards the tip of the balcony

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SCHÖCK PROTECTS AGAINST THERMAL BRIDGING AT 250 CITY ROAD Previously a 1980s business park, the triangular site in Islington, KW|WWmmyWtHmR6tR"|uWW|v|H%omvRbvKWbmy|uHmvYoulWRbm|oH bKuHm|RmWRtofWmWuyuWvbRWm%HtLollmb|hmomHvb|!oHR: SCHÖ CK

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The choice was the Schöck Isokorb T type K for concrete-to-concrete, which is probably the best-selling European thermal break solution for this type of application. It is manufactured using stainless- steel and HTE ( High Thermal Eciency) modules with steel- ßbre- reinforced UHPC ( Ultra High-Performance Concrete). This guarantees the highest quality thermal separation of balconies and oor slabs due to its low thermal conductivity and integral load-bearing capacity.

The need to minimise thermal bridging cannot be overstated with any project, but 250 City Road is designed as a high-density, low-energy residential community. So quite apart from local heat loss, which results in more energy being required to maintain the internal temperature of the building, low internal surface temperatures in the area of the thermal bridge can cause serious condensation. This, in turn, can lead not only to structural integrity problems with absorbent materials, such as insulation products or plasterboard, but the occurrence of mould growth, which can have serious implications for the occupants in the form of respiratory problems. By incorporating the Schöck Isokorb, the thermal outflow is dramatically reduced, there are immediate energy savings, and higher internal surface temperatures minimise the risk of condensation.

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Schöck oœers the widest range of structural thermal break solutions from any European supplier and, in the UK, enables projects to comply fully with the necessary Building Regulations (and the impending Future Homes Standard criteria, where relevant). In addition to the Isokorb type used on this project, there are also solutions for concrete-to-steel, steel-to-steel, renovation projects – and even a maintenance-free alternative to wrapped parapets. All products have the security of independent BBA certißcation, which provides NHBC approval. The temperature factor requirement (fRSI) used to indicate condensation risk, which must be equal to, or greater than 0.75 for residential buildings, is also easily met by incorporating the Isokorb.

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