Home Designer & Architect - May 2017

HOME-DESIGNER AND ARCHITECT

MAGAZINE May 2017

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An Extraordinary Surface Neolith is one of the largest sintered compact surfaces, and belongs to a new and revolutionary product category born in the last decade with the aim of providing an innovative response to the most demanding architectural and design demands.

The sintering technology that TheSize has developed to create Neolith uses a combination of extreme high-pressure and temperature, giving birth to a surface with unique technical features.

These include high resistance to scratches and abrasions, stains and hightemperatures, as well as colours that do no change with exposure to UV rays.

Neolith’s exceptional durability and aesthetic appeal therefore makes it the perfect solution for kitchen and bathroom surfaces, wall cladding, floor tiles and façades.

The modern UV-resistant colour palette ensures that designers can achieve the look they want, whether indoors or outdoors.

100% eco-friendly, Neolith uses natural materials and technologies that respect the environment. This is supported by a 10-year certified guarantee for kitchen countertops.

Neolith can now be viewed at the QFD showroom at the Business Design Centre in Islington. QFD stocks a large range of surface finishes in a size of 3200 x 1500mm, in 12 and 6mm thicknesses that include solid colours and stimulating designs.

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CONTENTS May 2017 22 Bathrooms, Washrooms & Kitchens 34 Heating, Ventilation & Insulation 48 Lifts, Stairs & Balustrades 56 Doors, Windows & Architectural Hardware

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Amtico introduces its Acoustic collection: a highperformance sound reduction backing that is ideal for residential properties such as flats. This new product has an additional backing layer which works to reduce sound that would otherwise travel to space underneath.

Unlike other acoustic LVT products, it’s available across all standard tiles and planks in Amtico’s Signature and Spacia collections.

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The backing enhances the acoustic properties of LVT by reducing sound transmission by up to 18 dB and provides an extra level of comfort underfoot.

Acoustic brings another layer of performance and versatility to the design quality and durability you expect from Amtico.

Signature, Amtico’s premium collection, has an extensive product offering within three different design types: Wood, Stone and Abstract. With a generous 1mm wear layer as standard, Signature does not just look good, it also performs to the highest standards of durability and maintenance, with a market leading 20 year commercial warranty. Amtico works closely with architects, designers and end users to meet the exacting demands expected of modern residential environments, offering an unrivalled range of product solutions.

Available to cut and combine in an infinite number of ways, Amtico Signature helps realise a creative vision for a variety of different sectors. Each tile or plank can be placed in a laying pattern of your choice, with formations ranging from classical flooring layouts such as Basket Weave and Parquet, through to more contemporary geometric designs, delivering a look or style that’s wholly unique.

A classic yet practical collection offering a mix of styles, Amtico Spacia is a high performance flooring that is warm underfoot and compatible with under floor heating, perfect for both kitchens and bathrooms. Spacia is available in a variety of effects and colours including Wood, Stone and Abstract. All Spacia flooring is expertly crafted in the UK, creating a quality product which comes with a 25 Year Warranty.”

Bushboard panelling is transforming bathroom design Bushboard’s Nuance range of laminate bathroom panelling is a pioneering product that is transforming bathroom design as the smart alternative to tiles.

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uance has two unique features born out of a focus for innovation and a desire to be the best in class for bathroom surfacing.

The panels are constructed from a patented core material that renders it 100% water impervious and as such it can be fitted from floor to ceiling for wet rooms as well as showers and bath panelling.

Based on a tongue and groove system for seamless jointing and with a neat postformed edge for finishing, Nuance does not require metal extrusions for installation.

This creates large uninterrupted expanses of decorative surface reflecting a high end look, while also enhancing the product’s easy clean benefits.

And it’s so fast to install, up to 6 times quicker than tiling, with a typical bathroom panelled in as little as 2 hours. In addition, the system is so flexible, Nuance can also be installed very quickly and easily over existing tiles for fast, smart refurbishments.

Bonding and seaming is done with BB complete adhesive and colour matched sealant resulting in a reassuring 15 year guarantee.

Nuance panelling - up to 6 times faster to install than traditional tiles Laminates have long since been delivering fast installation and functional performance, but Nuance now delivers the missing link, ‘fabulous design and desirability’ and is in use in hotels, spas, universities, care homes, holiday homes, residential housing developments and other commercial premises across the UK. The 25 Nuance designs are available in 5 panel sizes, together with complimentary worksurfaces and upstands to finish the look. An on-line tool at www.bushboard.co.uk enables designers to experiment with the different finishes by

creating virtual bathrooms, in addition, a short animation demonstrates the ease of installation for fitters.

For specifiers the newly approved RIBA presentation “The Changing Face of Performance Wall Surfaces as an Alternative to Tiles” can be booked by contacting specnuance@bushboard.co.uk and NBS specifications are also available.

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The Environment Tops the Agenda For Designer Contracts The environment is top of the agenda for Designer Contracts – the UK’s largest flooring contractor.

The company’s award-winning recycling scheme sees all waste removed from site and taken back to its 12 regional centres, saving a staggering 250 tonnes of waste going to landfill every year.

The programme not only includes flooring.

Designer Contracts has invested £40,000 in a baling machine that helps to recycle 70 tonnes of cardboard and 20 tonnes of plastic every year.

Last year CRUK named the company ‘Take Back Partner of the Year’, for the second time. Graham Kempton, Designer Contracts’ logistics director was also honoured with the Recycling Champion of the Year award, for an individual who has gone the extra mile to ensure as much carpet as possible is recycled at their organisation.

Said Louise: “We’re helping the environment by transforming our waste into a sustainable solution and from the customers’ point of view, dealing with a contractor or manufacturer that recycles materials is increasingly beneficial.”

At the company’s national distribution facility in Kettering, which holds £2m worth of stock, it uses a computerised planning system to ensure maximum Designer Contracts also closely monitors all its central transport fleet to ensure that every vehicle is driven in a manner that efficiency and to reduce waste. minimises fuel consumption and emissions and has attained Fleet Peter Kelsey, md, said: “Once the planning system Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) accreditation. has forecasted predicted waste we can then take action – such as using four rather than five metre It champions backload transport in all aspects of its business, carpet lengths – to programme the most efficient including collection of stock from manufacturers on return carpet cuts and minimise waste.” journeys following deliveries to its own regional centres, and getting its recycling waste to the processing plant.

“As we stock both four and five metre wide carpets we can plan with whichever is the most efficient For more information on how Designer Contracts cares for the in terms of waste reduction and also minimising environment go to: seams.” www.designercontracts.com/videos/ The recycling scheme then works by diverting 90% of fitters’ unfitted carpet into felt underlay. What isn’t turned into underlay is used in the equestrian sector for arena flooring.

Fitters are supplied with a builder’s bag to fill with unfitted carpet to drop off at their nearest Designer Contracts regional depot. It is then taken to an approved recycling facility before being converted.

Any waste created is removed from site and recycled wherever possible. Designer Contracts does not use customers’ skips.

The company initially trialled its recycling scheme, spearheaded by Louise Abbott, Designer Contracts’ merchandise and marketing manager, in conjunction with Carpet Recycling UK (CRUK), at its central region based in Chesterfield before rolling it out to all 12 of Designer Contracts’ regional offices.

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THE BELFRY GETS SET TO TANTALISE TASTE BUDS WITH LAUNCH OF NEW SEASONAL MENU To celebrate the launch of the new menu, England’s leading resort will host two taster evenings on Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd May 2017, where keen purveyors of fine food will get the chance to sample seven courses of culinary delights.

The Belfry Hotel & Resort is set to become a haven for foodies across The Midlands and beyond as it brings to the table a brand new taster menu in its iconic Ryder Grill restaurant.

Created by Head Chef William Dimartino, Executive Head Chef Robert Bates and Head Pastry Chef Dean Cole, the menu will showcase the freshest and finest of locally sourced, seasonal produce.

7 course Ryder Grill Taster menu for £40 per person

Head Chef, Dimartino commented, “We are exceptionally proud to serve the new tasting menu in The Ryder Grill which is a real celebration of the exquisite produce we pride ourselves on.

“By carefully crafting the menu around the seasons, it means that we can use ingredients which are perfectly primed for eating, which has an incredible impact on the taste of the food.

The seven course taster menu at Ryder Grill is available for £40 per person with the option of adding a specially selected array of wines for an extra £25.

• Amuse Bouche • Asparagus with duck egg mayo, brioche crumb, burnt onion powder, edible flowers • Whipped chicken liver parfait, savoury granola, pineapple & vanilla gel • Sea Trout with almond puree, charred spring onion, chorizo, purple sprouting broccoli • Spring Lamb, charred baby gem, artichoke hummus, red pepper, broad bean • Vanilla crème brulee, poached Strawberries • Passion fruit tart, Mango, bitter Chocolate, Coconut Executive Head Chef, Robert Bates commented “We think that the variety of dishes on the menu will ensure that there really is something for everyone and we’re anticipating it will be a very popular dining experience.”

Spaces at the taster evening are limited, for more information or to book call 01675 238 600

For further information about The Belfry Hotel & Resorts please visit www.thebelfry.co.uk, email enquiries@thebelfry.com or call 01675 238 600 The Belfry Hotel & Resort, Lichfield Road, Wishaw, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B76 9PR.

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VENTURE APPOINTS NEW DIRECTORS TO LEAD COMPANY GROWTH Venture Lighting Europe has announced some new strategic changes to its management structure with a number of newly appointed directors.

The company has appointed three new directors, Paul Mettham, Yvonne Savage and Chris Alexander and promoted Phil Croker to senior management in order to reinforce Venture Lighting Europe’s business success and company growth.

Over the last eighteen months, Venture has successfully moved into the quality LED luminaire market whilst maintaining its established position in HID technology. The new management changes are designed to build on this success and increase innovation and product development in LED and drive more sales for a greater market share.

Richard Morris, Managing Director of Venture Lighting Europe commented, “We are delighted to welcome the new members, Chris Alexander, Yvonne Savage and Paul Mettham to the board and we are confident that we are now well placed to take Venture to the next level of growth”.

Product and Marketing Director, Paul Mettham, has worked in the lighting industry for 20 years, with particular involvement in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design/ Management and Marketing sectors. Paul gained a BA Honours degree in Industrial Design and Marketing and before entering the lighting industry designed components for both TVR and Jaguar. Paul joined Venture Lighting in early 2016 and became Product and Marketing Director in December 2016.

New appointments at Venture Lighting Europe: (clockwise from top left) Yvonne Savage, Sales Director; Paul Mettham, Product & Marketing Director; Phil Croker, Commercial Manager UK & European Sales; and Chris Alexander, Financial Director.

and supporting its channel partners, Phil is responsible for liaising with governing bodies and respected senior management to evaluate all members of EDA and LIA. products and strategies, and he also coaches employees where necessary Yvonne was previously National regarding sales tools and presentation Sales Director at GE Lighting techniques. and has gained a number of management course leadership As a Fellow of the Association of awards for coaching and mentoring Chartered Certified Accountants sales teams, with an excellent (ACCA), Chris Alexander joined reputation for her strong working Venture Lighting as Financial Director relationship with those in the lighting in January 2016. Chris previously sector. Yvonne also brings a wealth held various account roles within the of knowledge having attained a private and public sector, including Green Belt in Six Sigma training.

Bunzl, JCdecaux, Camden Council and Hammersmith and Fulham Council.

In alignment with Venture Lighting’s new strategic direction, Paul’s duties include managing product design and development, mechanical engineering, technical duties and all aspects involved within the marketing of each new product prior to its release into the market place.

After six years with the company, Phil Croker has been promoted to Commercial Manager UK & European Sales at Venture Lighting.

He has 14 years’ experience in the electrical industry and is currently working towards a Master of Business Administration (MBA).

In his new role at Venture, Phil is involved in business development and marketing strategy interfacing with the company’s sales and marketing teams and the external market.

Yvonne Savage joins Venture Lighting as its newly appointed Sales Director for the UK and Europe, with a background of 28 years in the lighting industry across consumer, distribution, OEM and specification sectors. As Sales Director, Yvonne with her sales team will strengthen the company’s business relationships, together with working

Phil coordinates the short and longterm interests of all areas within the business while also taking control of sales analysis and business development with customers, suppliers and key accounts.

Further information on Venture Lighting Europe is available from the company on 01923-692600, by emailing: info@venturelighting.co.uk or by visiting the company’s website at www.venturelightingeurope.com

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As Financial Director, Chris manages all financial aspects of Venture Lighting’s company strategy, by managing and leading a team through month end, year end, annual budgeting and forecasting. Working alongside Venture’s Managing Director, Richard Morris, Chris is also responsible for operations management, where he oversees warehouse logistics, including inventory and receiving and despatching of goods.

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A HOME LIFT SLOTS IN TO ANY SELF-BUILD PROJECT When David and Carol Simpson decided to move back to Devon to reconnect with their roots, little did they realise they would need to embark on their second self-build project in 20 years.

The Simpsons were not new to self-building – they completed their last project in Marlow- a mock Tudor dwelling – more than 20 years ago and were not really looking to build from the ground up again.

However, after only a few months of living in their two-bedroomed Devon bungalow, they discovered that the layout simply did not work for them and extending was not going to resolve the main issue which was the windows. They were not positioned in a way that enabled David and Carol to enjoy the fabulous panoramic views of the coast.

So the couple sketched out a plan of the type of ‘future proof’ house they wanted and took it to a self-build show. There they met representatives from Hanse Haus, builders of pre-manufactured, energy efficient houses.

Additionally, the domestic lift has an integrated drive system and simply plugs straight into the wall, using a normal 13 amp power socket so there was no need to worry about making space for a separate machine room.

To compliment the streamlined and modern interior, the Simpsons installed their Stiltz Home Lift behind contemporary wooden doors in the hallway and upstairs on the landing to match the doors throughout the rest of the house.

Mr Simpson said: “We decided, even before we started our initial drawings, that we wanted a home lift for two reasons.

The first was to ‘future proof’ our home for when we eventually get too old to use the stairs properly and secondly for Carol’s elderly mother.

The Simpsons were keen for a quick turnaround, so hired the German house builder to fully project manage the scheme. Their sketches were turned into architectural plans on the basis of which, planning permission was received. Work began on demolishing the bungalow and digging in of new footings for the concrete blockwork.

With all the hard work that was going to be involved, both David, 69, and Carol, 67 were adamant that they didn’t want to move again. Therefore it was imperative for them to ‘future proof’ their new home, and installing a domestic lift was the perfect way achieve this.

Additionally, the plan was for Carol’s elderly mother who is in her nineties, to move in once the build was complete. Adding a home lift had obvious benefits for her too.

Although Carol’s mother did not use a wheelchair the Simpson’s decided on a Stiltz Home Lift as part of their future proofing. The lift, which is a great alternative to a stairlift, travels on a unique dual rail system and worked perfectly with the couple’s original sketched ideas.

“We came across Stiltz online and they provided us with a floor template so we knew exactly how much space we needed for the lift. This made it easy for us to include the lift in the sketches and plans which we handed over to Hanse Haus.

“We did consider a stairlift but our stairs bend halfway up. Stairlifts also take up a lot of space in the stairwell and are a bit of an eyesore, so we are very happy with our decision. It sits behind a door in the hall and goes up to the first floor landing just perfectly.” www.stiltz.co.uk 0330 222 0334

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UK Trade Furnishings launch TileMonkey.co.uk UK Trade Furnishings, the Leeds-based business behind Luxury Flooring & Furnishings, are delighted to announce they have launched TileMonkey.co.uk.

TileMonkey.co.uk is a brand new website offering a range of tiles, from kitchen, bathroom, mosaic and floor, as well as a wide variety of tiling accessories including grouting and maintenance products. In a competitive market, Tile Monkey stands out from the crowd by promising to beat any like-for-like-quote, and also by offering a range of delivery options, including to international territories, as well as providing a 30 day returns policy.

Aiming to compete with the likes of Topps Tiles, Wickes and Fired Earth, Tile Monkey is based on the same successful business model as Luxury Flooring and Furnishings, and will avoid the cost of running a full-scale showroom. Instead they will offer customers free samples via post, which means a saving for the business and their customers as a result.

On the launch of the new site, UK Trade Furnishings Managing Director and co- founder Cameron Christie said: “We are delighted to be launching TileMonkey.co.uk and stepping into the world of tiles. We know that the industry is a competitive one, but by providing customers of Tile Monkey fantastic value for money and quality in our products, as well as a generous sample offering and returns policy, we aim to mirror the success of Luxury Flooring and become the go-to place for tiles.”

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stablished 33 years ago in October 1982, Touch Ironmongery is one of London’s leading ironmongers. Originally called “A Touch of Brass”, the firm changed their name in 2003 in reaction to slowly advancing market changes in architectural ironmongery which is no longer supplied solely in brass, and to also reflect the broader range of products and finishes that they sell.

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.

Touch understand that keeping up with the fashion-shifts is imperative in order to provide every customer with the best solution for their requirements.

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.

Refurbishment is a large part of the business; Touch will undertake complete ironmongery refurbishment projects, and can restore old paint covered door furniture to their former glory, looking as new, at a fraction of the cost to replace.

For more information about Touch Ironmongery or to arrange a showroom visit please call 0207 351 2255 or alternatively visit www.atouchofbrass.co.uk

OLARIA BARCELONA has now come to London Olaria full range is now available from Touch Ironmongery.

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trends for mixed textures, including marble, concrete and fabric and also for new takes on up-market bling and smart industrial flourishes, particularly in lighting and mirrors.

The venue is the award winning and iconic Manchester Central building.

This former Victorian rail station, with its gracious arched glazed roof is enjoying new life as a modern dedicated exhibition space.

Right in the heart of the city it combines its stunning architecture with a cool, relaxed atmosphere and creates a unique show experience for exhibitors and visitors alike.

DESIGN FLAIR & SUMMER STYLE Returning to thriving Manchester this July, the Manchester Furniture Show (16-18 July, Manchester Central), already boasts a strong exhibitor line-up showing not just what’s new in furniture this summer, but also what’s new in interior accessories and furnishings.

Visitors can expect enticing designs and an abundance of colour, texture and inventive composition from some of the best UK and International brands.

New collections in upholstery will feature from A list names including Whitemeadow, Westbridge and Ashley Manor and in cabinet Baker, Corndell and VIDA Living will be showing new up-to-the-minute living and dining collections featuring reclaimed woods and new materials.

New beds will be featured in the Hestia motion collection and the extensive MiBed collections and sophisticated new bedroom storage systems will be on display from

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the German experts Rauch, Nolte Mobel and CS Schmal Mobel. Interior furnishings including imaginative occasional pieces, lighting, art and mirrors will be on show from design guru’s Gallery Direct, Blue Bone and Ancient Mariner.

Returning exhibitors Gallery Direct were full of praise for last years show with Business Development Director, James Hudson saying “We’ve had a great show, it’s really enjoyable to do, the open space feel works well for Gallery and ranges launched in January were viewed with fresh eyes in this stylish venue.”

Look out for fresh takes on the current

To see the latest designs from traditional to contemporary, colours from muted to vibrant, visit the Manchester Furniture Show, Manchester Central, 16-18 July.

It’s only 2 hours from London and it’s where you’ll find the best new products on the market.

Registration is now open, to sign up now for your free entry and to see the full list of exhibitors, opening times and visitor information please go to: www.manchesterfurnitureshow.com

All-star line-up revealed for Vision 2017: UNStudio, Zaha Hadid Architects, Gensler, Foster + Partners and more Vision 2017 has announced its programme, including some of the biggest names and worldrenowned experts from across the built environment industry. The programme will address the main issues facing the profession, both in the UK and in a global context.

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his year’s programme is split into four main categories: Architectural & Design Evolution; Bui ld ing Health & Wellness; Offsite & Modular Construction; and Materials & Systems Innovation.

Highlights in the former include keynote lectures from Caroline Bos of UNStudio, who will unveil brand-new research into the circular economy, as well as Stefano Paiocchi from Zaha Hadid Architects explaining a ground-breaking CodeStructed Skin project that fuses architecture with fashion. On the second day, this theatre will see a major debate, chaired by the NLA’s Peter Murray, that will tackle housing as part of our complex urban future. The RIBA President Elect Ben Derbyshire will take a leading role in this debate, outlining his vision for solutions to the ongoing crisis. This theatre is sponsored by ACO. Academics, designers and innovators will gather in Building Health & Wellness theatre to discuss the ways which light, air, heat and space can be controlled for cities of the next generation, from the likes of the Mack, the Bartlett, BuroHappold, Hoare Lea and the RIBA Ambassador on Climate Change: Lynne Sullivan OBE. The debate gets technical in the Offsite & Modular Construction theatre, with Aukett Swanke outlining how they are using the disruptive technology of offsite manufacture techniques to reshape projects for the future and Hawkins\Brown will explain the prefabricated construction methods that were essential for Crossrail.

Sponsored by Nudura, the Materials & Systems Innovation theatre will explore future materials, such as bio-responsive stone, a material that absorbs water and grows moss; mushroom mycelium structures; urban balcony farms and interactive coastal monitoring systems.

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BIG will reveal their unique approach to architectural conundrums and the Soane Museum will team up once again with ScanLAB to explore one of London’s greatest architectural masterpieces through the lens of virtual reality.

BRE will also be running their thought leadership conference, BIM Prospects, exploring the approaches that educators and

training providers are taking to provide the knowledge and skills needed to take forward BIM in the world of design and construction.

The exhibition and the talks are CPD certified and free-to-attend, register today for your free pass at www.visionlondon.com/register Vision 2017 – 6-7 June Olympia London – www.visionlondon.com – @visionldn

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You’re Invited to The Flooring Show O rganisers of The Flooring Show would like to invite all industry professionals to the 55th edition of the three day exhibition. As always, The Flooring Show will take place at the Harrogate Convention Centre (formerly the Harrogate International Centre) from Sunday 17th September to Tuesday 19th September 2017. The Flooring Show in Harrogate is the largest UK, trade only show and event organisers; Wendy Adam’s Associates are planning to curate another fantastic event.

Industry leading brands will be exhibiting under one roof and will offer visitors the chance to conduct business with existing clients and to meet new ones.

Returning exhibitors include: Adams Carpets, Brockway,

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Crown Floors, Karndean and Ulster Carpets, to name just a few! Alongside the returning exhibitors are some big industry names that are new to The Flooring Show, such as Amtico, Bondworth and Associated Weavers, all of who the show organisers are excited to welcome.

Between the 5 exhibition halls, visitors can network and grab a drink and a bite to eat form one of the two café’s in the Harrogate Convention Centre and make the most of the free-of-charge features that will be making their return!

The Demo Zones will return, run by the CFA, NICF and FITA, the demonstrations will showcase the latest techniques in the industry, giving step-by-step previews into how various tools and materials are best used. Similarly, the Seminar Programme will run with

a list of top speakers and topical subjects that visitors can take away from and implement into their own businesses.

After it’s applauded return last year, NICF are looking for the next Carpet Fitter of the Year, with the final of the competition taking place at The Flooring Show, with the final task taking place live during the show, where the winner will also be announced!

The newest addition to The Flooring Show is the arrival of the Contract Zone. This area in Hall Q will house contract exhibitors showing their new product innovations, in addition visitors can view our Trends Hub showing the latest designs and influences for 2018 and onwards. The Trends Hub will also house a seminar theatre, which will be present CPD certified seminars to allow visitors to work towards their professional development. Confirmed exhibitors in the Contract Zone already include Interface, Quantum Flooring Solutions & Carpet & Flooring.

Register now via www.theflooringshow.com to attend and keep up to date with all the announcements for this years show by following The Flooring Show Facebook and Twitter.

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Put simply a building that leaks air is thermally less efficient and eliminating leakage (air movement) within the building fabric coupled with controlled ventilation is a straightforward way to create a thermally efficient low cost structure. There are many ways which this can be achieved and most thermally efficient buildings adopt a range of strategies and materials to achieve this, newest amongst these must be Blowerproof a liquid applied airtightness membrane recently awarded a BBA certificate.

What makes Blowerproof so different is that it is wet applied: applying a liquid membrane onto a surface brings with it some immediate and obvious benefits, firstly it’s super quick, second it follows the contours of the substrate getting into every nook and cranny ensuring complete contact and a total uninterrupted seal, third its simplicity helps eliminate application errors and lastly it is safe to use, water soluble and contains no VOC’s.

The main advantages of Blowerproof liquid membranes are: • Simple, quick and easy to apply • Extremely flexible and long lasting • Suitable for a wide range of substrates such as concrete, brick, masonry, wood, steel, even direct to insulation • VOC free / water based, no harmful chemicals • Can be applied on humid surfaces • Can be overpainted, plastered or rendered • Only one product needed for all applications • Easy application for cable/pipes for example underfloor heating manifolds • Reduces chances of applicator error • Highly resistant to puncture • Thoroughly tested and accredited, BBA Certified

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There are three types of Blowerproof: a brush version (thicker, fibre reinforced) a roller version without fibres and a spray version (more liquid). Blowerproof Brush is designed for use on a range of applications typically wall and floor, wall and ceiling, penetrations, connections and window and door jambs. The roller version can additionally be used directly onto blockwork, brick, masonry or any hard surface, the spray version covers all these elements and is perfect for larger areas such as walls and roofs. The spray version can be directly applied to mineral wool, spray foam or PIR insulation. Blowerproof is perfect for solving ‘tricky’ and ‘difficult to reach’ applications such as joist ends, kicker joints and penetrations, especially where grommets cannot be fitted so for anyone faced with making existing penetrations such as pipes and cables airtight this is a real ‘get out of jail free card’.

Blowerproof has a unique feature it changes colour. Blowerproof is a light blue colour but when applied to a substrate and cured it turns jet black. This feature means that the applicator knows precisely when a full cure, or seal has been achieved, helpful to let you know when a second coat can be applied or when it is suitable for over coating or finishing.

Customers already using Blowerproof have quickly picked up on its benefits “ease of use, versatility and price” are the most often quoted benefits. Over the past 6 months a number of contractors, builders and developers have trialled the product across applications including MVHR installation, underfloor heating, window and door surrounds, timber frame, refurb and renovation and general building applications their experience reinforces the fact that airtightness is an important part of quality construction and any material that can make this quicker, easier, secure and effective will help constructors to build better buildings and deliver performance that is beyond building regulations.

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Blowerproof Liquid Brush simply paint onto the surface to create a secure, flexible and permanent airtight seal

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Kitchens, bathrooms & Washrooms

NEW BUILD OR REFURBISHMENT CHOOSE demista™ and Cosyfloor™ House builders, developers, the self build sector, and the public are looking forward to 2017 with a great deal of optimism.

The property market appears to be well on the move, and one item is proving to be of great interest to those building or refurbishing houses and apartments.

Added value at minimal cost to any new or refurbished bathroom must the be the inclusion of a demista™ heated mirror pad.

This pad is easy to install, and will ensure a steam free mirror at all times, no matter how steamed up the bathroom.

The heated mirror pads are available in a variety of sizes, to suit most mirrors and in the case of a particularly large surface,

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they can be used in multiples. Running costs are minimal and ideally, once wired in to the lighting system, they will gently warm the mirror when the bathroom is in use.

The pads can also be fitted in bathroom cabinets. The range of underfloor heating products, Cosyfloor™, Ecofloor and Ecomat are designed for specific areas of the home.

Both Cosyfloor™ and Ecofloor can be used in every room in the house, including areas where the floor may get wet, bathrooms, shower rooms, kitchens and conservatories.

Ecomat can be used in hallways, bedrooms and living areas. Underfloor heating means

no unsightly radiators, adding valuable space to smaller rooms, no hot surfaces for toddlers to touch especially in the nursery or playroom. The added space, especially wall space, enhances the aesthetic appearance of your reception and living areas.

Whether under timber floors, tiles, slate, marble, vinyl or carpet, underfloor heating is safe, reliable, and offers gentle, comfort heating levels whenever and wherever it is needed.

Temperature can be easily controlled via room thermostats to produce the most cost effective and efficient heating. The system is easy to install and maintenance free.

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he styling may well be traditional but the lines are clean and therefore current. Being manufactured from stainless steel as opposed to chrome plated means the polished rails have a deep lustrous quality and the satin finish has that modern edge. These rails really are really quite stunning in the satin finish.

The Fletching rails are all 520mm wide and come in three different heights; 1185mm, 910mm and 635mm. They are priced as follows: 1185mm x 520mm - £599.95 910mm x 520mm - £499.95 635mm x 520mm - £449.95 The above prices are based on central heating format and a polished finish.

The rails are also available in electric only and duel fuel format, please call the office for further pricing details. The rails are offered in both a highly polished and satin finish; there is an extra 30% charge for satin finish. All rails are available from stock.

All towel rails within the Sussex Range by JIS Europe are manufactured from 100% stainless steel meaning they will not rust, flake or corrode. They can be utilised in all systems including open. Small scratches and dents can be polished out.

They are a durable and environmentally sound product. The rails themselves are manufactured from over 90% recycled product and are 100% recyclable in themselves. All rails carry a 25 year guarantee.

Please do visit our website for further details at www.sussexrange.co.uk or ring our friendly helpful staff on 01444 831200.

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Within the Sussex Range collection of stainless steel modern classic rails, happily sits the family of Fletching towel rails. Although more traditional in styling, these rails are still a thoroughly modern classic.

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Heating, Ventilation & Insulation

EnviroVent to launch new product innovation at Ecobuild EnviroVent, one of the UK’s leading ventilation manufacturers and suppliers, will be launching a new product innovation at Ecobuild which is set to make commissioning simpler for the installer and offer greater control and flexibility for the end user.

The new technology, which has been a closely guarded secret for over two years has been designed and tested for performance and quality within the R&D centre at EnviroVent and complements the extensive range of MVHR units that the company offer.

Rory Percival, Technical and R&D Manager said: “Ecobuild always attracts a large number of visitors from across a wide range of sectors and it made sense for us when we first started planning the new product to launch it at Ecobuild in 2017. The team have worked hard to design and develop this new technology, and we can’t wait to be able to showcase it at the event. We are experiencing high demand for our MVHR units and this product will be the first of many innovations to come from EnviroVent over the next 12 months.”

EnviroVent will be showcasing a range of ventilation products on stand A197 at the three-day event in London, including the energiSava® range which enables housebuilders to meet System 4 of Building Regulations Part F requirements, boasting highperformance levels in a compact, lightweight design for both small and larger properties.

If you would like to book a meeting with one of our ventilation experts at the show to discuss your ventilation requirements or you would like one of our latest brochures, then please feel free to contact us on 0345 27 27 807 or by emailing us at enquiries@envirovent.com.

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We have the complete solution for all your new build needs Speak to the award-winning experts to take the hassle and complication out of ventilation system design. We ensure that the most suitable and effective solution is correctly specified and installed to comply with Building Regulations.

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Fast Track Ducting Range EnviroVent believes that quality ductwork should not be dependent upon highly qualified installers and regulatory measures. Therefore, we introduced ventilation ductwork, which can be installed very easily and quickly, even by less qualified and experienced installers.

The Fast Track Range is a comprehensive portfolio of semi-rigid ductwork and connectors to make a complete, airtight and easy to install ventilation system. The semi-rigid ducting is available in various circular and semi-circular dimensions and all ductwork types can connect to one universal distribution box by using adapters. This eliminates the need to keep stock of numerous box types and limits costs.

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APOLLO radiators is one of the leading independent distributors of radiators and towel rails in the UK. At APOLLO radiators the emphasis is on quality, and availability from stock.

APOLLO radiators distribute throughout the UK to a wide range of independent merchants, as well as the national merchant groups.

APOLLO roma classic steel column radiators come in a wide range of sizes.

Fusion welded sections manufactured in Italy with the latest technology and a 10 year guarantee. Over 150 sizes are available in white within 3 working days and a selection of 46 different colours are available in just 7 working days.

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APOLLO monza is a modern contemporary design of column radiator available in over 80 sizes, both vertical and horizontal.

Delivery to merchants is within 3 days.

Like all apollo radiators it is manufactured in europe, in this case Italy.

The monza is ideally suited to low temperature renewable systems, incorporating heat pumps and underfloor heating.

Unlike most aluminium radiators it relies on waterways to conduct heat, and the design and technology is patented, and also suited to high pressure systems.

The monza is less than half the weight of steel column radiators, and available at a similar price. There are 46 colour options available within 7 days, the standard colour being ral 9016 white, available in 3 days.

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INDUSTRY Essentials

RINNAI GOES SOLO FOR CONTINUOUS FLOW WITH A STORE… Rinnai’s latest innovation in the energy efficient fast delivery of instantly useable hot water is the Infinity Solo Re-Circulator water heater.

The Rinnai Infinity Solo condensing and low NOX water heater is the first of its kind for the UK to combine the advanced technology of wall mounted continuous flow water heaters with a stainless steel storage cylinder, all in one compact footprint.

The design parameters of this product empowers specifiers, designers, installers and engineers to benefit from unique Rinnai technology in applications it was once not previously possible. For instance, the Infinity Solo will have both 35kW and 54kW sized appliances, ensuring sites with a smaller gas meter can readily use this technology. The larger Infinity Solo model

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will also act as a high-efficiency alternative to gas fired storage appliances that exist in today’s market.

The cylinder is stainless steel and this reduces the weight compared to glass lined models, and it makes transportation and installation a lot easier. As well as the difference in weight, the cylinders also have extremely low heat loss figures (as low as 1.41kW/h day), so the user pays less to maintain the heat within the tank.

One other benefit of the Infinity Solo using a stainless steel cylinder is that the life expectancy of the material is far greater than that of a glass-lined equivalent as

glass suffers from thermal shock causing it to crack after a period of time.

The Infinity Solo range is also renewables compatible and supplied pre-fitted with a coil, meaning that the primary energy source will always be from renewable gains and the complementary Rinnai water heater will only apply the precise amount of gas to boost the difference in temperature.

Rinnai manufactures the energy efficient Infinity range of gas fired continuous flow water heaters and space heaters. The Infinity brand carries the widest range of condensing water heaters on the market today with the most impressive efficiencies in operation, leading the field in technological innovation.

For more information on the RINNAI product range visit www.rinnaiuk.com

INDUSTRY Essentials

NEW Controls for Simply Saving Energy DANLERS Limited have recently launched an extensive range of reliable, easy to install, controls for Lighting and HVAC including: NEW HIGH BAY CONTROLS An extensive range of controls suitable across a wide spectrum of high bay applications.

NEW EASYZAPP SWITCHING CONTROLS Remotely programmable PIR Occupancy switches by mobile phone / tablet from up to 100m away. Standard ceiling flush or surface mount and high bay mounting options.

NEW EASYZAPP DIMMING CONTROLS Remotely programmable controls suitable for either DALI, DSI or 1-10VDC dimmable ballasts. Easy to install, easy to configure.

Standard ceiling flush or surface mount and high bay mounting options.

NEW DAYLIGHT LINKED DIMMING PIR SWITCHES With adjustable run-on for lower light level when areas are not occupied.

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DRU, the Dutch Masters of contemporary gas fires

DRU is a Netherlands company that was founded in 1754. It produces a high end range of gas fires that can be installed with or without a chimney. All DRU fires are glass-fronted, room-sealed appliances with energy efficiency ratings up to 85%.

DRU fires are distributed by a network of over 180 specialist fireplace retailers throughout the UK. DRU also works closely with architects, designers and builders to provide innovative fireplace solutions for some of the UK’s most prestigious developments.

This includes being a member of the RIBA CPD network and hosting regular seminars for architects concerning the latest developments in gas fire technology.

Visionary designs DRU gas fires feature some of the most visionary designs in Europe. This includes built-in, frameless fires, see-through tunnel fires, 2-sided and 3-sided fires and freestanding stoves.

DRU even produces fires that can be combined with traditional surrounds for a more classic fireplace look.

All DRU fires offer a variety of configurations, including fire beds in logs or stones and interior finishes in black, classic brick or mirrored Ceraglass. The fires have some of the most realistic flame pictures available from any manufacturer, and are all operated by electronic remote control, including a room temperature display.

Award-winning models The DRU Maestro 105/3 is the company’s most advanced gas fire. It features a new Dynamic Burner system that produces dense, realistic flames. In addition, it includes Clear View non-reflective glass, a patented Easy Release door system and can be controlled from a tablet or smartphone using the exclusive DRU Eco Wave app.

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DRU Metro XTU room feature gas fire

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All of these features contributed to the Flexibility of installation Maestro being awarded Gas Appliance of the Year and Product of the Year at DRU has developed the PowerVent® extended, motorised flue system. This enables its gas fires to be the 2016 Hearth & Home awards. installed in previously inaccessible locations, such as high Room-sealed combustion rise apartments, loft conversions, town houses, hotels, restaurants and much more.

DRU gas fire technology is based on the balanced flue system, which was developed by DRU in the 1930s. This enables any gas fire to be ventilated through an outside wall, dispensing with the need for a chimney. Air for combustion is drawn from outside the building, with waste gases expelled to the outside. In this way, no air is depleted inside the room, resulting in safe, comfortable and affordable heating. The balanced flue system also gives higher and more impressive flames than ordinary gas fires.

Fires for UK chimneys DRU, under its Global brand, also makes conventional flue gas fires to fit the Class 1 British or Irish chimney.

The fires are still glass-fronted, but harness the chimney for ventilation, offering an attractive product that is easy to install and economical to run. A good example of this is the Global 55 and 55XT models, which can be installed as frameless fires or combined with a selection of matching fire surrounds.

A good example is the Berkeley Homes development in Ebury Square, Belgravia. A total of 89 gas fires were installed in the complex, 67 of which utilised the PowerVent® system, with flues routed through service ducts terminating on the roof of the building.

Minimum energy efficiency requirements.

New building regulations covering the energy rating of homes demands that all gas appliances must meet minimum levels of efficiency. It is no longer acceptable for gas fires to be simply decorative appliances that burn gas for no useful purpose. They must have generous heat outputs, high efficiency and high levels of comfort and safety. DRU fires are one of the companies at the forefront in meeting these criteria.

Leaders in gas fire design, technology and energy management, DRU is the educated choice for consumers, architects and builders.

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INSPIRATION, APPLICATION, SOLUTION! DRU gas fires are among the most advanced heating appliances in Europe, with a choice of over 50 models. There are many inspiring designs, including 2, 3-sided, see-through and freestanding fires.

Complete freedom of installation They require no chimney, and with the addition of the patented DRU PowerVent® extended flue system, they can be installed in the most unlikely locations.

Tablet or smartphone controls You can select your preferred flame picture, heat output and much more using the exclusive DRU Eco Wave app for tablets and smartphones.

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DRU is an approved CPD provider to architects and DRU fires have many design features that make them ideal for inclusion in architect-led projects.

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Lifts Stairs & Balustrades

ITV Carlisle Gets External Lift Invalifts were asked by the well known TV production company, ITV, to consult on disability access to one of its offices in Carlisle. The client did not want to lose any vital space within the building and so a space outside the building was selected to form an external lift shaft in which to fit the space efficient MC2000 Platform lift.

Invalifts worked with a specialist external shaft fabricator to design and build the external shaft from steel and kingspan cladding to provide a weatherproof structure for the MC2000 platform lift to be installed into. The builders work included forming the concrete plinth for the lift and forming the external openings at each level.

The MC2000 Platform Lift was then fitted inside the cladded external shaft, with it’s unique twin guided chain drive providing a smooth ride whilst still ensuring maximum space within the lift.

The client wanted the lift to be as unobtrusive as possible and so the fire rated lift doors were chosen that would match the internal doors in the building. The doors were left in the standard colour as white was used throughout the building. The client was thrilled with the result, and Robert McNulty from ITV had this to say: “Both myself and the team here at ITV Border in Carlisle are very pleased with our new lift. The whole process from the planning through to the installation has been conducted in an efficient and professional manner. The operation of the lift is really simple and the safety aspects are re-assuring. The finish is superb and this important addition to our office brings us up to date and in line with other leading and forward thinking businesses.”

This is one of many lifts that Invalifts have installed in commercial locations throughout the UK including lifts at the BBC, Next, Aldi and Wickes. To find out more about the MC2000 platform lift, you can give Invalifts a call on 0845 468 2543 and speak to one of their friendly experts.

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Platform Lifts Our range of platform lifts includes the MC2000 lift (right) - a high quality enclosed platform lift with a unique chain drive, and the option of glazing on all 4 shaft sides.

With a fantastic guarantee, and small footprints available, this is a premier platform lift.

We also offer stair platform lifts and a range of platform lifts for both internal and external use.

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Composite Decking Rooftop Terrace We were recently fortunate enough to play a part in the construction of this fantastic rooftop balcony project. The customer wanted to create a deck ßooring solution on their large waterproof membrane roof extension. With a glass balustrade already assigned to the project, they were looking for a decking system to Þt in the structure without causing any damage to the membrane. Our QWICKBUILD deck frame was of course a perfect solution.

Light weight and moisture resistant, the kit frames were manufactured in our workshop and delivered to site as ready made lengths ready for our installation team to carry out the project.

Once on site, our team were able to work around the balustrade installation and carry out their work to our usual high standard for both quality and timescale. The decking was Þtted perfectly around the installed centre roof lights and bordering decking lights which created a spectacular Þnish.

On this particular project, the customer had also invested in a customised set of bi-folding doors, that open up by sliding on to the decking area. Our inhouse design team took extra care in making sure this, and every detailed requirement of the project was considered before manufacturing commenced. This enabled our installation team to be well informed on exactly how to carry out the tasks within the timescale quoted. Without a straight forward corner within the whole rooftop balcony area, this project was both challenging and exciting for our team, really showcasing the capabilities of our product range and the endless design possibilities it can cater for.

The RESORTDECK composite decking boards used on this project were easily slotted into place using a concealed clip Þxing system. This eliminated the need for screws or nails to fasten the boards to the frame, thus reducing the risk of damaging the waterproof membrane during installation. With seventy Þve per cent less fasteners required than a traditional timber deck, and a deck frame that spans up to Þve metres without support, the beneÞts of QWICKBUILD over other installation methods were soon realised on this project. With fast installation and the added value of moisture resistant materials, low maintenance, and no fading, rotting, cracking, or splintering, it is safe to say the customer was very happy with the end result and will be enjoying their rooftop balcony for a very long time.

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wned by the same family for generations, the current owner was born in the house and has lived there ever since. While the basic structure of the house – including the roof - was in good condition, the windows were in a state of disrepair. In addition, the southern gable end had been letting in wind-driven rain through failed pointing and, despite having central heating (installed in the 1990s) and insulated attic spaces, the house was not a warm one.

The owner’s aims were threefold: to replace the rotten and draughty windows with new; to insulate the walls, and; to improve the appearance of the house by re-introducing the 19th Century symmetry.

After choosing timber casement windows to replace the rotten sashes, a number of wall insulation solutions were considered. The owner decided that external insulation would help resolve the aesthetics issue and deal with both the threat of failing pointing and general poor weather-proofing. Houlston Manor is solid-walled and without a damp-proof course and the risk of moisture condensation within the walls was considered to be of paramount

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Bringing a 17th cen standards of energ Houlston Manor is an unlisted mainly 17th century box-framed farmhouse, which has been substantially added to and altered over the years. In the early 19th century, the house was also ‘gentrified’ according to the fashion of the day when the timber-framed front wall was replaced with brick to create a unified exterior.

ntury farmhouse to modern gy efficiency and comfort importance. The use of breathable materials, which would allow vapour transfer through the insulating layer, was essential and the Lime Green Warmshell system, which uses wood fibre board as the insulation layer and lime render as a weather-proofer, was judged to fit the bill. The sustainable Warmshell insulation system is flexible and perfect for bringing an old traditionally constructed building up to modern energy efficiency standards.

To install the Warmshell system at Houlston Manor, wood-fibre insulation boards were fixed directly to the external brickwork after excavating down around the sides of the house at ground level – a precaution taken as the house had different floor levels internally.

The insulation boards were then covered by two coats of lime render – a basecoat (with reinforcing fibreglass mesh) and decorative finishing coat. The eaves were also extended to ensure that the roof had significant overhang over the insulation and renders.

Houlston Manor is now secure, warm and weather-proof for decades to come. In the first three months following the installation of Warmshell (in winter 2015), the property used 2800kWh for heating, compared to 6821 kWh in the exact same period the previous year. This represents an incredible 59% reduction in energy costs! As the original brick walls dry out and warm up over time, the owners expect to see even greater energy cost savings. Houlston Manor is now ‘fit for purpose’ for the 21st century and beyond, a warm, cosy and energy efficient family home that will last for many more generations to come.

For further information on Warmshell insulation systems please visit www.warmshellinsulation.co.uk or call Lime Green Products on 01952 728611 or enquiries@lime-green.co.uk

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New homes warranty specialist CRL is working with housebuilders to provide a higher standard to homeowners New homes warranty specialist CRL is working with housebuilders to drive forward higher standards in the marketplace for the benefit of the homeowner. is cal l ing fo r m o re choice to be available from a wider range of warranty providers, which would lead to increased competition and improved standards.

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Steve Mansour, CEO of CRL, said: “CRL has been providing housebuilders with an alternative source of construction warranties and insurance for more than five years now and, in our experience, we have found the sector be a very closed market with so many of the big developers working with one provider.

“This gives us concern as it raises many questions about the independence and credibility about many of the warranties provided.

“At CRL, we drive innovation and like to do things differently. We are working with housebuilders to ensure that the warranties sourced by CRL are of the highest standard and offer greater protection for new homebuyers. Buying a new home is typically the greatest single purchase people make, they need to be reassured that if something is structurally wrong with their property, they are covered.”

CRL offer an alternative source of warranties that provide greater choice, while the process of securing a warranty is thorough, open and

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materials or components on the property for 10 years after completion.

Mr Mansour adds: “At the same time we welcome many of the recommendations outlined in the More homes, fewer complaints report put together by the allparty parliamentary group on new build properties, in particular, the introduction of an independent ombudsman to oversee complaints about new homes.

CRL does not shy away from arranging insurance for unusual projects, covering new builds, complete or partially completed builds, timber frame constructions, prefabricated properties, mixed-use projects, conversions and insolvent properties.

“Greater competition in this sector with a wider range of warranty specialists operating can only be a good thing for the consumer, ultimately giving the owner of a new build home increased confidence in the validity of their warranty.”

CRL’s specialist team arrange structural defects insurance to protect thousands of new ventures throughout the UK and Ireland.

CRL’s in-house team assist in sourcing fast, flexible cover, arranged by the in-house team who are dedicated to providing the highest quality of customer service.

Anyone engaged in a building project or managing a portfolio of new-build properties that require mortgages, will require a 10-year structural insurance policy on the property.

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Any new build project requires a significant level of investment. With CRL’s structural defects insurance, clients are protected against defects in design, workmanship,

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Developers, builders, housing associations, structural engineers, architects, insolvency practitioners, fixed charge receivers, solicitors, accountants and quantity surveyors all protect their investments with structural defects insurance supplied by CRL. CRL’s expertise and industry experience gives the company the confidence to explore new territory. Client feedback states a flexible approach, coupled with speedy turnaround times and competitive premiums make CRL an obvious choice for their structural defects insurance. CRL is recognised by more than 30 mortgage lenders across the UK and Ireland.

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A frameless approach to pitched roof windows Glazing Vision’s new Pitchglaze roof window provided the perfect solution for a 20-year-old modern town house in Milton Keynes, delivering enhanced natural daylight and a feeling of airiness in this increased interior space.

Located on a modest plot facing a communal green in one of Milton Keynes’s “village-like communities”, the property has been given a stunning ground floor extension, incorporating not only a modern kitchen but also an inviting and bright family room with views out to a landscaped back garden.

The layout of the ground floor was essentially one of two halves. The south-facing front of the property incorporated the dining room, which benefited from the warm daylight coming in from the bay window and overlooking the green. However, the kitchen at the back of the house with its’ north-facing aspect felt like a dark and cold galley despite its’ significant size of 3.5 x 6 metres. The small archway separating the dining and the kitchen areas compromised the amount of light flowing through this open plan ground floor. Only when the narrow glass doors were opened onto the back garden was the amount of light in the space noticeably improved.

In the brief given to the local architect Robin Bradbury of Bradbury Design, the family expressed the following requirements: the need to increase natural daylight at the back of the property, to provide a family room (a snug) which would serve as a “central hub” for the children where they could eat and play, an attractive space for the adults to entertain guests, and critically, the need to extend the property on the ground floor without sacrificing too much of the relatively small garden.

Bradbury proposed opening up the archway, doubling the size of the aperture and adding structural support to ensure a seamless integration with the bright dining room.

Furthermore he recommended removing the whole rear wall of the house and adding large 2.4 metre ‘French’ doors rather than the bi-fold doors that had been initially selected by the family. This change of door type alone would avoid the need for a more substantial structural framework, be more attractive visually and

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would make the snug feel more spacious.

Two roof windows were specified for the pitched roof of the family room to further maximise the natural daylight, whilst the installation of high specification LED spotlights would provide soft lighting during the evening hours. Glazing Vision’s Pitchglaze roof windows were specified as they offered a sleek, almost “frameless” design in a contemporary finish, which would not only stylishly complement the interior of this room but more importantly they would provide sky-only views, something which is not usually found with traditional roof window products.

A further advantage of the Glazing Vision Pitchglaze is that it can be used in roof pitches between 15 degrees and 60 degrees making it ideal for both smaller domestic builds such as the Golder house, or the substantial, high-end residential properties where several units can be installed adjacent to one another to create entire glazed ceilings as an architectural feature.

Whilst the family room extension at the Golder property actually necessitated a new pitched roof, the Pitchglaze has been designed so that all fixings are accessible from the outside. This means that the roof window can be installed to existing buildings with minimal disruption to internal finishes, an additional advantage for both the homeowner and builder alike.

The Pitchglaze roof window can be installed both vertically or horizontally, and can be manufactured up to 3m2 in size by the Glazing Vision factory. The window is made from high performance thermally efficient low emissivity glass as standard, which has been heat soak tested for additional safety. The roof window is CE marked.

Find out more about specifying Pitchglaze roof windows for your project.

Home-owner Suzanne Golder comments: are absolutely thrilled with the results. “ we Our architect delivered a vision that I just

didn’t think possible with the space we had – it doesn’t feel like the same house. The light into our new family and entertaining space is stunning. It’s really lovely to see the sky through the roof windows, it’s even better when the sky is blue! I can’t wait for the summer to really see how the sun lights up the room.

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Doors, windows & architectural Hardware

AWARDS LAUNCH TO CELEBRATE GOOD PRACTICE IN DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION HEALTH AND SAFETY The Association for Project Safety (APS) has launched its 10th annual National CDM Awards. The awards celebrate inspirational good practice in the construction health and safety sector, and are a benchmark of excellence aimed at highlighting how good design and health and safety practices can help reduce deaths, injury and ill-health, both physical and mental.

APS is calling on professionals to put their best work forward for consideration. Professionals working in the Construction Health and Safety sector can enter their work into nine different categories including: Health & Safety; Project of the Year; Principal Designer of the year; Client of the year; Principal Contractor of the year; BIM H&S Project of the year, Consultancy of the year and Health and Innovation. Submissions are welcome from non-members as well as APS members.

APS chief executive, Lesley McLeod said: “The Association for Project Safety is all about saving lives so construction workers can return home happily and healthily to their families each and every day. Our annual awards for professionals and students aim to showcase how good design goes hand in hand with saving lives, cutting injuries and promoting good health.

“APS members lead the way in Construction Health and Safety and are continually driving change and raising standards in the construction industry.

You have to be the very best to beat the competition and I’m looking forward to seeing all the entries to the awards in its 10th birthday year.”

Judging will be carried out by a panel of industry experts, all with an impressive track-record in Construction Health and Safety. Shortlisted entries will then be announced on Friday 14 July 2017. The awards ceremony will be on 19 October 2017 at Gibson Hall, in the City of London, with tickets to the event going on sale on Friday 14 July 2017.

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For over twenty-five years, JML Hardware has been supplying high quality maintenance hardware and especially meter boxes for local authorities and housing associations.

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JML now stock a full range of Gas & Electric Meter Repair Boxes and lids. All meter boxes and lids are made from aluminium and come complete with two quarter turn

budget locks and full length 316 rust proof stainless steel piano hinge.

JML have developed and tested a new range of 60-minute fire rated over boxes to cover existing plastic meter boxes in communal areas. New fire regs insist that the plastic boxes have to be fire rated. Covering them with our boxes is the most cost effective way to satisfy the fire regulations.

These galvanised fire resistant overboxes can be used to cover internal and external electricity meter boxes which require a 1 hour fire rating.

All these galvanised fire resistant overboxes are tested to and comply with the EN1363-1 & EN1366-3 60-minute fire test.

The overboxes can be fitted directly onto the surrounding brickwork to cover either new or damaged electricity meter boxes.

This box and other meter boxes and repair boxes can be found and ordered through our online shop here. www.jmlhardware.co.uk We supply Councils, Housing Associations, Building Companies and Home Owners across the UK

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We stock a full range of galvanised pipe-protectors and pipe covers for next day delivery. These include copper pipe protectors, drainpipe protectors, rainwater pipe protectors, wire and aerial protectors and soil pipe protectors. This enables the pipes/ wires to be protected and also stops would be burglars or vandals from scaling the pipe work and gaining illegal entry to properties.

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2017 Home Improvement Trends The start of a new year brings with it new seasonal trends and the opportunity to take a fresh approach to home improvement and interior design.

With so many sources of everyday inspiration, from social media sites such as Pinterest and Instagram, to the fast-moving world of fashion, what will excite and enthuse style-conscious homeowners in 2017?

Here, Mark Farmer-Wright, Product Development Manager, for Anglian Home Improvements, takes a look at three key trends which he predicts will influence home styling in the New Year.

Add your Personal Touch Personalisation is set to define home décor trends in 2017. At Anglian, we manufacture each and every window or door to the bespoke specification of the purchaser, so it is a truly individual product; but more and more we are seeing the demand for even greater personalisation.

On the colour front, white will continue to become less popular with demand for sophisticated hues continuing to grow as more homeowners draw décor inspiration from their personalities for a look which complements their own unique sense of style. And when it comes to window frames, sage green, grey and cream are set to be some of the key growth colours in the next year.

Bringing the Outdoors In Carried over from this year, ‘bringing the outside in’ continues to gather momentum in 2017: look no further than the must-have Pantone colour of the year, ‘greenery’ a vibrant yellow-green shade which evokes the natural environment.

The blending of interior and exterior spaces is set to be one of the hottest trends with bi-fold doors in demand - and it’s easy to see why. As a nation of home lovers - and keen gardeners – it seems only right that the current trend for blending inside and outside spaces continues to be on the up. Not only do Bi-fold doors look stunning, they bring natural light into the home and open up the

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property for easy access to the garden.

In 2017, we will see more homeowners opting for Aluminium bi-fold doors, with slimmer sight lines than PVCU, so even when the doors are closed the room still feels as though it has been opened-up to the great outdoors.

As well as adding a stylish modern edge to both the inside and outside of any home, the Anglian range is available in a choice of colours, so homeowners can also tap into the upcoming trend for personalisation, creating a look which suits their own unique style. #ihavethisthingwithdoors Design trends that once took years to work their way around the world now zoom across our radar with dazzling speed. Social media is having a huge influence on home styling, giving us instant access to an evolving host of concepts to pore over and draw inspiration from. More than ever, trends, inspiration and top tips are being driven by attitudes and responses to our changing world from the likes of Pinterest, Instagram and, to some extent, Twitter.

It seems today’s house proud homeowner is increasingly obsessed with snapping and sharing photographs of their home; and, when they are not doing this, they are pinning, liking and re-tweeting photographs others have posted! Certain areas of the home are more of a focus than others, and a quick search on Instagram throws up almost 67,000 posts with the hashtag #ihavethisthingwithdoors.

It’s unsurprising that doors are having ‘a moment’, given that they make such a statement to anyone walking past, approaching or entering the home. At Anglian, our composite doors have been in high demand and we expect sales of composite doors to increase even further this year, and at some point in the not too distant future overtake uPVC doors. They are seen as more energy efficient and more secure, but ultimately they provide more options for personalisation, with a greater range of colours.

For more information, please go to www.anglianhome.co.uk

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Our switches can be concealed behind almost any material, including: tiles, mirrors, metal, wood, and are available as a switch, dimmer and timed dimmer.

The Bathroom Switch is a new concept in light switch operation, and consists of a small controller housing that can be hidden in the ceiling cavity, either behind the light rose or adjacent to a relevant junction box, allied to satellite SensorPads.

These SensorPads can be adhered to the rear of most materials such as glass, plastic, ceramic tiles, metal, wood etc. and project a proximity sensing field through the material.

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For the European Market we are launching our Shuko plug sockets.

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Maximise the light with help from Reynaers at Home As summer nights get shorter and daylight stays longer every day, large glazed areas from Reynaers at Home can help homeowners reap the health benefits of natural light.

some of us experience Seasonal Affective Disorder.

This is a form of depression linked to a lack of light, which tends to hit much harder.

Hugh Moss, Head of Marketing at Reynaers, said: “Now that the summer days are getting longer, extending the size of windows and doors is a wonderful way to let in additional light.

In addition to the design and performance benefits of Reynaers’ product range, flooding the home with natural light may also help towards mental wellbeing.

Jenny Scott-Thompson, Press Officer at the Seasonal Affective Disorder Association (SADA), says: “Having large windows, especially in the bedroom, allows sunlight to stimulate hormone production to signal to our brains that it is daytime and wake us up without feeling groggy or tired.

Not only will this make your home look better; your family will also feel better with stimulating natural views, air-flow and sunshine.

Our range of products ensures that whatever your design needs, we can help you make the space work in your favour.”

“If you prefer using blackout curtains, consider eating breakfast or getting ready in bright spaces to begin your day with as much natural light as possible. We’ve heard from many of our members who have noticed the difference in their mood after moving house to somewhere with more or less natural light.”

The superior quality of Reynaers stems from its core material, aluminium.

A range of systems including sliding doors, bifold doors and windows from Reynaers at Home can turn a room into a tranquil haven that benefits from great views, abundant natural light, and a glorious feeling of space.

This is supported by a 10-year system guarantee on all Reynaers products.

Bespoke aluminium glazing systems offering panoramic windows and maximum transparency give homeowners unrivalled exposure to sunlight throughout the day.

The Royal College of Psychiatrists strongly recommends seeking as much exposure to natural light as possible to combat any negative feelings due to the changing seasons.

This sunlight provides a boost of vitamin D to help stimulate the production of serotonin, the so-called ‘happy hormone’.

Professionals therefore suggest having pale colours within the home to reflect light, which is helpful to combat common symptoms during the darker months such as loss of concentration and lethargy.

Mental health charity Mind recognises that while most of us are affected by the change in seasons, such as feeling more cheerful when the sun is shining or ‘blue’ in winter,

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In summer, this enables homeowners to fold back a wall of glass to effortlessly open home and garden into one, with or without corner elements for floating ceiling.

In winter, the combination of slim frames and thermal performance mean that warmth and visibility will never be compromised.

Not only one of the strongest and most durable building materials available, it is virtually maintenance free, making it hassle free, stylish and robust.

Reynaers at Home is a premium brand dedicated to offering the very best architectural glazing products and service to the discerning householder.

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LANDSCAPE is the UK’s leading trade show dedicated to bringing all corners of the industry together!

Join us on 19 th and 20 th September 2017 at London’s Battersea Park This year’s programme features some of the most respected and influential people in our industry.

The line- up so far features: Benjamin William Pope - The Working Garden Carolyn Willitts - CW Studio LTD Charlie Bloom - Charlie Bloom’s Garden Design Chris Collins - CM Collins Horticulture The LANDSCAPE Show, the key industry trade Chris Young - RHS Media LANDSCAPE is the UK's leading trade show dedicated to bringing all show is back Corners for another fabulous Danny Clarke - The Black Gardener of the industry together!year with Debbie Caroll - Step Change Design new initiatives being introduced across the Join us on 19th and 20th September 2017 at London’s Battersea Park Faith Ramsay - My Country Garden show.

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An Industry leading seminar programme: The show hosts a free to attend CPD accredited seminar programme which is held in four seminar theatres across the two day show.

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New Starters Conference: Returns to LANDSCAPE 2017 and so far features Will Williams, Michael Perry and Leigh Morris. This session will provide inspiration for students looking to get into the industry, through a discussion of how they got started and why they chose their respective career paths.

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range of A rated commercial water heaters. This electrolytic scale inhibitor kit is for commercial hot water systems. Independently tested, it is a low-maintenance way to protect against the damaging and expensive impact of limescale on hot water systems.

Not only does it offer long lasting protection against the formation of hard limescale it also ensures bacteria has fewer places to hide as a result of cleaner surfaces, so in a secondary return DHW system the problem of Legionella is also heavily reduced.

The independently tested and proven technology protects capital investment and occupier health.

RINNAI CREATES ‘SYSTEM EFFICIENCY’ SOLUTION FOR LONGER LIFE

The electrolytic zinc anode technology used in this solution is mentioned in the Part L Building Services Compliance Guide, whereas “external to pipe” water conditioning techniques are not.

The system’s low level zinc additions change the water chemistry to inhibit the formation of limescale by transforming calcite in such a way that they do not stick to the interior of the unit or pipework.

The system delivers value engineering as it does not decay after dosing and its effectiveness is not impacted by water storage or agitation caused by passing through a booster set.

Rinnai has recently supplied its system efficiency systems for London-based SGA Consulting, a specialist in low energy buildings, after liaising with the practice’s mechanical engineer Vivek Devan on two restaurant projects.

Devan says “The Rinnai units are compact and their smaller footprint both physically and environmentally made them a good choice here. The scale inhibitor technology was also a factor.”

Devan spoke with Rinnai technical experts before specifying the units and heard that Rinnai is actively promoting and selling scale inhibitor solutions following the successful results obtained from various trial sites.

The electrolytic unit may be installed in the rising main, before the water heater and booster set. Capex cost savings are probable because the rising main pipe size is often a smaller diameter than the hot and cold water distribution pipe sizes. Therefore, just one inhibitor system will treat the whole location, also offering an attractive value engineering opportunity.

Limescale can be a major contributor to a loss of efficiencies for water heating systems of any type, so leading continuous flow water heater manufacturer Rinnai has taken steps to maintain superior efficiencies throughout the life of the system by incorporating a proven limescale inhibitor that will significantly reduce the impact of limescale, thereby maximising efficiency over the product’s lifetime.

Rinnai has teamed up with electrolytic in line inhibitors, pioneers in limescale inhibitor technology, to maximise system efficiency on its

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The inhibitor is widely specified and installed in a range of sectors such as manufacturing, hotels, retail and supermarkets, healthcare and education as well as public authorities. For buildings using BMS systems, a Pulse Splitter is an option that provides water flow rate or water usage data directly to the BMS from the water meter in the system.

The inclusion of the electrolytic system in Rinnai’s A-rated continuous flow water heating systems delivers peace of mind to installers and end users as performance is maintained throughout the lifetime of the appliances. The scale protection units are available in a variety of pipe sizes – large 67,76 and 108mm; medium 28,35,42 and 54mm; and small 22mm.

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Glazing Vision – Le Petit Fort, Jersey

Glazing Vision’s Flushglaze fixed and circular rooflights were installed within a fortress-like home, located on the shore of St Ouen’s Bay in West Jersey, which has generated in equal measure both glowing accolades and highly negative critique since its completion. The austere, somewhat secretive looking castellated exterior walls hide the two spacious, modern interior wings of the property. These wings flank a central hinge, which houses the three-storey granite entrance block or ‘keep’ and the main staircase. It is above this stairwell that Glazing Vision’s Flushglaze Circular rooflight was key to both maximising the amount of daylight falling into this pivotal central area as well as adding a modern aesthetic to the historical overtones of the ‘keep’.

Respecting history & accommodating the contemporary The client was acutely aware of the limitations of the original building on this former farmstead, and was keen to embark on an innovative and ambitious design to create a home fit for a family of five. Whilst there was existing planning on this site (drawn up by the late Richard MacCormac’s practice MJP Architects), the design - a large, glazed circular white house, was the antithesis of what the client actually wanted. Through an invited competition she selected Hudson Architects, whom she felt would be able to transform the dark, characterless farmhouse into a unique property where a mixture of both natural and highly engineered materials would add a contemporary note to the property’s historical context.

the heights allowed for in MacCormac’s designs - they encountered no opposition from the Jersey authorities. Furthermore, the local planning officer himself was keen to promote contemporary architecture on the island and proved a useful ally when some local opposition was voiced. To complete the ‘fortification’ of this property, a fourth wall to the east was added to close the gap in the retained and restored perimeter wall, made of weathered Jersey granite. The resulting enclosure provides both privacy but also essential protection from the bracing winds and rains so typical of this particular shoreline.

The house itself, designed as a pair of 2-storey accommodation wings rotated around a helical stair located in the granite entrance block or ‘keep’, was built using a combination of Cor-ten panels, polished micro-cement render and weathered Jersey granite, some of which was reclaimed from the original farmstead buildings. Inside the perimeter walls the 2 wings and the ‘keep’ frame a landscaped pool terrace, a sheltered garden, and an entrance forecourt.

Full-height tilt and turn windows on the ground floor fulfill the architect’s vision of merging the courtyard and the house into one space. Sliding doors on the first floor are used where the 2 wings meet and generous windows throughout provide for bright, airy living quarters as well as breathtaking views out westwards to the sea and eastwards to the craggy hillside landscape.

Maximising the light in the property’s central hinge The living spaces on the first floor are accessed from the feature staircase in the ‘keep’. Here the architect has successfully interpreted the client’s brief to have synergy between the exterior and interior by combining weathered Cor-Ten steel on the cladding of the staircase with finely crafted oak timber treads and a cement

lining. The stairwell is capped with a large, circular Flushglaze rooflight from Glazing Vision. Precision-engineered at Glazing Vision’s Norfolk factory to meet the bespoke dimensions specified by the architect, this circular rooflight offered a number of design benefits: no visible internal framework ensured the amount of light entering this central space was maximized and the high ceiling not compromised. The lack of visible fixings ensured a completely flush external finish. The absence of bulky capping systems meant that the rooflight will not attract dirt or spoil the view. During the day the stairwell and central space are now bathed in daylight and have unadulterated sky-only views, whilst at night the rooflight reflects the LED lights installed below, and provides a fabulous vista of the stars above.

Given the exposure of the property to the ravages of the Jersey weather the Glazing Vision circular rooflight also offered critical technical features: the double glazed unit was BBA certified, proven to resist wind and rain, offering excellent thermal performance, structural integrity and durability of paint finishes and sealants. Two rectangular, fixed Flushglaze rooflights from Glazing Vision were also installed on the property: one above the master bedroom (dressing area) and one above the master en-suite.

The architect, having successfully used the Glazing Vision Flushglaze rooflights on previous projects, specified them for the master en-suite and master bedroom dressing area in Le Petit Fort in order to maximise the natural light in spaces where larger openings in the elevations would not have been practical. The minimal and elegant internal finish of these units complemented the modern interior décor as well as enhanced the sense of space and height.

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Referencing the nearby Napeolonic Martello towers, the Second World War fortifications and the slits in the 1920’s perimeter wall Hudson Architects conceived the house itself in terms of a castle with only the central ‘keep’ and the first floor being visible to passers-by. Using the previous planning to their advantage – by keeping below

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Nationwide Platforms Takes Delivery of Versatile Tracked Booms Nationwide Platforms, the UK’s market leader powered access rental company, has taken delivery of a further 64 tracked boom lifts which are ideal for carrying out a range of demanding applications. Available for hire throughout the UK, the investment ensures its customers have unrivalled access to one of the largest and youngest fleets of tracked boom lifts throughout the UK. Considerably lighter than conventional access platforms with similar working heights, low ground bearing pressures and non-marking tracks make them well suited to working inside enclosed spaces as well as on sensitive flooring such as in churches, museums and shopping centres.

Their robust rubber tracks also make them equally equipped to traversing uneven, rough or soft terrain, making them ideal for arborist, maintenance or utility companies which might need to access remote areas.

The new Hinowa Performance IIIS tracked boom lifts, which are either powered by a diesel engine or by a Lithium-Ion battery

pack, offer working heights of 15.4, 17, 20 and 25.7 metres. Available for hire with either an operator or on a self-operated basis, features include 230kg unrestricted platform capacities, compact dimensions, removable basket and the ability to pass through standard single and double doorways.

This investment not only ensures Nationwide Platforms has the largest fleet of Hinowa tracked boom lifts in the UK but also the largest fleet powered by LithiumIon battery technology. Eliminating the need for a combustion engine or electric cables, Lithium-Ion technology provides quiet and emission free operation, allowing for indoor use. It can also be fully charged in four hours and to 80% in just two hours, ensuring a full day’s use from a single charge whilst achieving the same speeds and performance as its diesel counterpart.

Nationwide Platforms has also extended the maximum working height of its tracked boom lift fleet with the

purchase of eight Teupen Leo31Ts. Widely considered ‘best in class’ by the industry, the new Teupens offer a working height of 31 metres, 250kg platform capacities and a maximum outreach of 17.7 metres.

Designed with operator safety and functionality in mind, features include variable outrigger settings, wireless remote control, height and width adjustable tracks and home/memory capabilities.

Its automatic levelling system can also overcome a height difference of 1.2 metres enabling customers to work in challenging environments, on a range of applications and in sectors which otherwise would not have been possible.

Peter Douglas, Nationwide Platforms Operations Director and Head of the company’s Specialist Division, said: “We have experienced fantastic success since launching our Tracked Boom division last year. Originally covering the South East region with 36 machines based at our Luton depot, it was always the plan to expand the division to provide a national coverage and support for our customers this year.”

To discover how tracked boom lifts can assist with your next working at height task, or to discuss any training needs or requirements, please call: 0844 381 4479 or click here: http://bit.ly/TrackedBooms

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No Ordinary Work of Art - Architectural Ceramics Firm Skills in Demand by the Art World

Architectural ceramics specialist, Darwen Terracotta and Faience, was chosen by Charles Holland of commissioned artists Ordinary Architecture to build the artwork Foundation Myths. This pioneering sculpture has been installed at the new Artists’ Garden at the York Art Gallery. The work comprises ten, life-sized, ceramic tree stumps arranged geometrically in two rows to echo the foundations of a former building. he Artists’ Garden has considerable history. At one time an orchard, it was also once part of the St Mary’s Abbey Precinct and was the location of the Great Hall of the Yorkshire Exhibition of 1879. The twin rows of five ceramic tree stumps are redolent of this arboreal and architectural history, but are finished in a bright yellow glaze, creating a strong contrast to their environment.

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“As a team we have worked with Charles before, most notably on the House for Essex, a collaboration between Grayson

Perry, the ceramic artist, and FAT Architects.

This multi-coloured wedding-cake of a building uses colour and shape dramatically to inspire visitors. Charles knew that our team had the skills in clay working, glaze formulation and firing to turn his ideas into reality and the work has subsequently attracted much interest,” explained Jon Wilson a Darwen Terracotta director.

Darwen Terracotta work with architects and conservation specialists throughout the UK and in the USA to restore terracotta and faience facings on heritage buildings.

The company also works with architects

and designers to apply the same skills to provide sculptural and coloured facings for many modern buildings and new builds.

Foundation Myths will remain on display at York Art Gallery until August 2017, there is more information at www.yorkartgallery.org.uk.

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