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The architecture constructed by institutions of church and state, served as a tool in shaping the consciousness of the masses.

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04 - 08 F House - Pitsou Kedem Architects

Since the dawn of history, ‘public’ architecture – the architecture constructed by

institutions of church and state, served as a tool in shaping the consciousness of the masses.

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The American Institute of Architects Los Angeles (AIA|LA) announced the winners

of its prestigious 2016 Design Awards program Monday night, October 24, 2016, at an

evening celebrating the achievements of recipients.

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Wimbeldon Park We had an interesting opportunity with this project to take the staircase out of the house altogether, thus freeing up space internally, and to construct a new stair tower on the side of the building.

Living Oak With three growing teenage boys and the desire to stay in the leafy suburb of Cobham, Surrey, Gavin and Nicky Rochussen, were determined to create a home which accommodated the family’s requirements for more space without the need to move.

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Eco Build Turner Prize-winning architects Assemble are to headline Ecobuild 2017, bringing their award winning Granby Workshop project to the show as part of an immersive new experience.

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Hemmingford House In the vast rural fields south of Montreal, a new residence takes root. Like a fieldstone unveiled amongst the furrows of a ploughed field, a stratified monolith of slate emerges from the earth.

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One of the first things I realised when I embarked on a career as an interior designer is

that people’s homes are as unique to them as their fingerprints.

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Hill Road His exquisite and imaginative and project in Essex was expertly designed and overseen by our friends at Clear Architects.

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Surface Design Show From 7-9 February, Stone Gallery will be hosted within the Surface Design Show 2017 at the Business Design Centre in London.

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POB Architects Set on an unassuming narrow plot within the Metropolitan Green Belt south of London, The Wrap House is a modern 200m2, 2-storey family home overlooking the open fields of Biggin Hill Airport.

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115 Highbury Hill BLEE HALLIGAN ARCHITECTS have added a new kitchen and dining room to a four storey victorian terrace house in Highbury, creating a bright new living space for the owner and their large family.

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Modern Architecture

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F House Since the dawn of history, ‘public’ architecture – the architecture constructed by institutions of church and state, served as a tool in shaping the consciousness of the masses.

Its massive dimensions, layout of spaces, and choice of materials, were all done with the objective of creating in the viewer and visitor a sense of moving between dimensions – from the day-to-day, the simple and the often inferior – to a place that is sublime, inspiring and of awesome majesty – homes to those among the people raised to privilege– the representatives of God on earth.The Pharaohs in Ancient Egypt, influenced by the Nile which flows in linear manner, designed their temples as a voluminous physical experience.

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En route, temple visitors move over long stretches that become more convoluted and ever deeper, passing through spaces where each exposes a clue to the next, and where each transition appears to take you closer to the exalted and the shocking, which only the favored will get to see.

Western modern architecture sought to break free of its propaganda-based foundations and serve as a reflection of the values of a society, its culture, and its technological capabilities.

It is intended to serve the public and the objectives of a nation’s government – no longer in the form of holy places, but as functional public buildings that are welcoming and democratic in nature.

Modern Architecture

Accordingly, the importance of changing the mind-set of the visitor has been almost entirely absent from the design discourse in recent centuries.

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at its center from the first moment they stand in front of the facade facing the street — an opaque monolithic slab, covered in dark stone.

When it comes to ‘grassroots architecture’ – namely, the architecture used in planning private residences – the experience of a change in consciousness upon entering a house is hardly ever thought of nowadays in the design process, having lost its importance quite some time ago. The living spaces and the living room are thus made as one piece, separated from the street by nothing more than a door, both physically and metaphorically.

The house under discussion here is about this experience.

It is this dynamic that is generated in its design, explaining it to the visitor simply by placing him or her

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The impermeability of the wall is softened by an avenue of young trees directing the visitor along the length of the paved footpath, directly into an inner courtyard surrounded by a

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semi-opaque stretch of wood, the first in a series of internal courtyards that form a key principle in the design of the house.

Walking along the path, as indeed the entry into the enclosed grounds, is part of the process of separating from the outside world and contemplating the present moment more deeply.

Full attention can now be given to the structure, captured in its spaces like a prisoner – as we stand in front of a large, transparent curtain wall on which we can observe what is going on in the house in absolute transparency, something reserved for visitors invited because they appreciate such loveliness.

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Modern Architecture

Although the facade facing the street is designed as an opaque mass and seems to hold an enigmatic secret, as soon as one crosses the line of the wooden ‘arbours’, the spaces of the house are suddenly visible in all their simplicity. The process of stepping into opaqueness

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and then catching sight of the private interior as it emerges from the sealed, the hidden, and the monolithic, into an open and light-filled space, would almost seem to confirm that you have entered the place now exposed – the private parts of the house.

Here the geometry is simple

and minimalist, and is clean and transparent in its form and materials, almost as if it were someone that had turned all his cards face up on the table.

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the other outside spaces, seemingly bring together all the visitor’s experiences into a focused and penetrating experience, one that clearly spells out the boundaries of what is permitted and possible, and defines the house as a private and intimate experience.

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MU77 Receives 2016 AIA | LA Design Award Arshia Architects, LTD The American Institute of Architects Los Angeles (AIA|LA) announced the winners of its prestigious 2016 Design Awards program Monday night, October 24, 2016, at an evening celebrating the achievements of recipients.

Selected by a jury of distinguished architects based across the United States and conversant in the field’s potential at national and international levels, the AIA|LA Design Awards honor design excellence in some of the most significant completed projects in the country at this time. Arshia Architects was selected for its MU77 project in Los Angeles.

Located on Mulholland Drive, this singlefamily residence scheme was molded by the strict regulations of the Mulholland Scenic corridor plan along with extreme site constraints.

The residence is integrated into the surrounding landscape with a geometric appearance mimicking the terrain and sudden deviations of rock formations within the natural landscape.

Sunken 18 feet below street level to ensure clear views from the street atop the building, fitting the project within the two story envelop became the main limitation.

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The private rooms and a convertible office with a sliding partition wall is housed in the upper level and the main living and entertainment centers were situated on the lower level, aligned with the outdoor deck and infinity pool.

About Arshia Architects Founded in 2006, Arshia Architects is an architecture and design practice that emerged from the tectonic breach of the aesthetic experience and the act of building - purposely fusing this gap with novel substance.

Arshia Architects’ Los Angeles-based practice is dedicated to the exploration of space and the built environment.

They are committed to new ways of thinking in space that provide unique solutions to the complex challenges and parameters that affect architecture.

They aim to collaborate with disparate disciplines, entering a dialogue with

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the environment, believing that such partnerships create emergent qualities in architecture.

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We had an interesting opportunity with this project to take the staircase out of the house altogether, thus freeing up space internally, and to construct a new stair tower on the side of the building.

We chose to do the new staircase in steel and glass with fully glazed walls to both sides of the tower. The new tower is therefore a lightweight structure and allows natural light to pass right through the extension ... and at the same time affording dynamic vistas to the north and south as one walks up and down the staircase.

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By removing the staircase for the internal core of the house, we have been free to use that space for useful accommodation, and therefore to make better us of the space within the house. We have modernised the house comprehensively and introduce large areas of glazing to bring as much light into the property as possible. www. gilespike.com

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Presenting the cooler and softer side of the brands colour spectrum; this fun and inspiring compilation of tones will take your imagination beyond its limits, with a Pick ‘n’ Mix of mouthwatering colours and two flavoursome finishes in one cell cast acrylic sheet. All eight vibrant pastel colours are available now on a global scale via the brands existing distribution channels. For more information, to order samples or to find a stockist, visit the brand website today: www.perspex.com Email: info@perspex.com Phone: +44 (0) 1254 874 431 Potential. Performance. Perspex®.

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Inclement weather and fluctuating energy prices make heating a property efficiently a priority for all.

Warmroom®, manufactured by Anchor Magnets Ltd is a patented and cost effective magnetic heat saver that grips to the rear of steel radiators preventing heat radiating to the wall.

Tests conducted by Sheffield University have shown the low emissivity of Warmroom® reduces heat lost through exterior walls by up to 60% while simultaneously lowering carbon emissions by 19kg/m2 per year, helping the environment as well as reducing heating bills.

Warmroom® is easily fitted by a tenant or resident without the need to remove radiators.

Local Authorities, Housing Associations, private landlords and building refurbishment companies should contact Anchor Magnets Ltd directly for pricing information: +44 (0) 114 2441171 www.warmroom.co.uk

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1500mm Combination option in Gloss White

The Perfect Combination Combination Bathroom Furniture from Hudson Reed offers a unique range of space saving storage solutions for the smaller bathroom. The range is designed to be flexible, so you can create the look you want that fits your bathroom perfectly.

The selection of Slimline and L–shaped polymarble basins complement the vanity and WC units, giving you the flexibility to add additional storage in even the smallest of rooms.

If you have space for a run of units together, our 1100, 1200 or 1500mm sets are the perfect combination for added storage, with a choice of straight, left hand or right hand configurations. Complete the look with a choice of coordinating mirror cabinets and bath panels.

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Where space is limited we have a collection of Stand Alone units where the basin unit and WC unit are separate but can be placed together, which is ideal for confined bathroom space. For Stand Alone vanity units choose from 400mm, 500mm and 600mm basin units in both Full Depth and Compact sizes. Complete with co-ordinating polymarble basins and matching WC tops to finish the look.

The Combination furniture range is available in 4 stylish finishes, all with fully colour co-ordinating cabinets and accessories: Gloss White, Driftwood, Grey Avola and the latest on-trend colour Hacienda Black. You can customise your look with either the standard handle that is supplied or you can purchase an alternative handle to tailor your look.

Stand Alone 600mm Vanity & WC Unit option in Driftwood

All furniture is supplied pre-constructed as standard making this quicker and easier to install.

All our furniture is supplied with an integrated soft close system to endure less wear and tear and have a smoother, quieter action, which is ideal for ensuites.

Reassurance of quality is essential, so for added peace of mind we offer a 5 year guarantee on our combination furniture.

Combination bathroom furniture lets you make the most of the smallest room in the house, enabling you to incorporate essential storage, and will look stunning in any bathroom with the right styling.

To request a brochure, or download a PDF of the brochure please visit www.hudsonreed.co.uk or contact Hudson Reed marketing on 01422 417099.

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Working alongside architects and designers, we create beautiful and functional bathrooms that complement the home, helping to create tranquil spaces promoting Well-being within the living environment.

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Based in the beautiful market town of St Albans, Hertfordshire, we have a small but well stocked Showroom with multiple displays of enclosures, trays, baths and steam cabins. In order, not to be disappointed please book in advance of your visit making sure we have the product you require on display.

The world’s leading trade fair The Bathroom Experience, Building, Energy, Airconditioning Technology, Renewable Energies The ISH provides the world’s biggest showcase for innovative bathroom design, energy efficient heating and air-conditioning technology and renewable energies.

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NANO 6.7 New Waste & Trap Solution from Macdee Wirquin Leading sanitary equipment specialist, Macdee Wirquin has unveiled NANO 6.7, a brand new and revolutionary basin waste solution packed with technological innovations. An intuitive product that combines space gain, quick assembly and cleaning from the top in order to exceed the expectations of the installer and end user.

Nano 6.7 is a patented and registered design that comes with a five-year manufacturers guarantee.

With our featured Maxxus Wet Deck Kit (the strongest on the market), easy-to-use tanking kits or membranes, and a wide selection of drains, it’s easy to install a luxurious wetroom anywhere in the home.

Add on our designer grids and extensive range of stylish accessories and it’s easy to find the right product for any environment.

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The complete range is made up of four models compatible with all basin configurations including a Quick-Clac with and without overflow, a free flow and a 100mm waste version for countertop basins sitting on furniture.

The Macdee brand is part of Wirquin, a leading European sanitary equipment specialist providing installers with a wide range of innovatively designed products that can be viewed at www.wirquin.co.uk.

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The luxury four-star hotel has fitted eight of its Luxury rooms and bathrooms, and 12 of its Classic rooms with Max-Top’s unique Pearl White Sparkle surfaces.

Stephen Moss, managing director of Max-Top commented: “The exclusive hotel prides itself on its attention to detail and high-end furnishings, so it’s fantastic to be featured throughout.”

The modular quartz product features a patented interior honeycomb structure, offering the aesthetic benefits of a solid stone surface, with the advantage of a

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Peter Hinchcliffe, founder of the Alexander Hotel chain added: “We first installed Max-Top Quartz surfaces in our 5* Alexander House Hotel and Utopia Spa in Sussex, and we were extremely impressed with the product.”

Deborah Hinchcliffe, co-founder of the Alexander Hotel chain continued: “The finish of the surfaces perfectly complement our carefully selected interiors and contribute to the luxurious look and feel we aspire to create for our guests.”

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Cottages’ prestigious award A restoration project featuring Earthborn paints has won two categories in the prestigious 2016 Daily Telegraph Homebuilding and Renovating Awards.

Two miners’ cottages in Pensford, Somerset, were restored by architects and developers Design Storey to create dwellings fit for 21st Century living. The judges selected the cottages for Best Renovation, while Telegraph readers awarded them the coveted Readers’ Choice.

Lydia Robinson, Director of Design Storey, said: “To protect the traditional materials and to maintain their breathability we specified Earthborn paints:

Ecopro Matt Emulsion on lime plastered areas and Claypaint on the timber panelling. Their flat matt finish sits comfortably against the lime plaster.

Ecopro Emulsion is a high performance, environmentally sound alternative to conventional emulsions. Claypaint maximises the natural properties of clay, producing a high performance, highly breathable paint.

Both paints are EU Ecolabel approved and contain no oils or acrylics, so are virtually VOC free and highly breathable.

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Products From The Tremco Illbruck Range Ensure Leak-Free Facades Designed by Stirling Prize winning architectural practice, Hodder+Partners, Cambridge Street is a development of 282 residential apartments within two towers, of 29 and 22 storeys, in a prime location in the centre of Manchester. The elevations of the buildings are complex and Astley Facades turned to tremco illbruck to provide waterproofing solutions for window and other junctions. illbruck ME501 Duo window membrane HD was bonded to each window with illbruck SP350 Fix & Seal High Tack adhesive prior to the window being installed.

Rod Glover, contract manager, Astley Facades, comments: “The products from the guys at tremco illbruck are great for getting over obstacles; you can really rely on them and they’re not only compatible but backed by quality and service.

You try to mitigate problems as much as possible and that’s a good reason for selecting illbruck products - they do what it says on the tin.”

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LIVING OAK CREATE THE ULTIMATE GAMES-ROOM AT GAVIN AND NICKY ROCHUSSEN’S SIX BEDROOM RESIDENCE IN COBHAM With three growing teenage boys and the desire to stay in the leafy suburb of Cobham, Surrey, Gavin and Nicky Rochussen, were determined to create a home which accommodated the family’s requirements for more space without the need to move.

Plus, it’s easy to drive or get the train into central London.

Having always dreamed of having an oak framed extension, the pair appointed Living Oak to create a Grand Design’s style games-room in the grounds of their sixbedroom residence, aptly named Woodleigh.

“Nicky and I had always loved oak-framed living spaces, so we decided to build our own oak framed extension in our garden.

With three teenage boys aged 13, 15 and 18 at the time, we reached the point that we either needed to extend or move in order to obtain the space we needed.

Gavin, the Chief Executive of a Fund Management Company in London’s West End commented: “We bought our house in 2006 as we loved the lifestyle, quaint villages and excellent schools that Cobham had to offer.

I travel abroad on a regular basis and our home is ideally located close to Heathrow Airport and London Gatwick.

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This enabled us to design a bespoke extension that suited our needs and with the increasingly high costs to move home, we knew that this was the way forward.”

Spanning over 1,200 sq. ft. on the ground floor and a further 250 sq. ft. on the upper floor, the versatile space incorporates a cinema room, bar, games room, photographic studio, kitchen, guest suite and bathroom.

Gavin added: “Nicky is a photographer and she was delighted to have her own studio to do her work.

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Plus, we have room for socialising and a guest room for when friends come to stay with us.�

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Gavin added: “We chose to work with Living Oak because we were keen to support local businesses and we are so pleased with the excellent knowledge and expertise of the Living Oak team.

The project took 12 months from the initial design and planning through to completion and the team fully project managed the whole process, minimising stress and upheaval on myself and my family.

Our sons are getting older now and in the next few years they will all have flown the nest to go to University. We may not need this much space in the long term but we are confident that the oak frame has added value and desirability to our property.�

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Living Oak sources its oak frames in France; each one hand selected by expert craftsmen for each individual project.

Sustainable products and building techniques are utilised to create a home which synergises with nature. The company works with suppliers who have reforestation agreements in place; so more trees are planted than felled.

Customers who have created a Living Oak home have maximised their properties potential, transferring them into sort after spaces that bring nature into their living environment, sometimes doubling the property’s value. The cost for a Living Oak framed home starts from £150 per sq. ft.

The beautiful games-room extension at Woodleigh cost ÂŁ249,000.

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Doors, Windows & Fittings

Left Out In The Cold Cold, wet, windy weather – British people are used to protecting their homes against the elements. But what about the contents in the garage?

That valuable garden equipment, those tools and other items stored in garages along with any vehicles also need protection. Install a specialist Garador Sectional Door and its outstanding engineering and excellent thermal insulation will add value to any property and be a big selling point in a home.

Insulation is key throughout Garador’s Sectional Door range and the Premium range all offer a 42mm thick double skin steel section evenly filled with CTF-free PU foam. If the garage might be used as a workshop or exercise centre, this will offer that extra protection needed.

But it is not just the integral insulation that helps protect the garage.

Garador’s Sectional Garage Doors all come with flexible and weather resistant seals on all four sides of the door to ensure the wind, rain and even the snow is kept outside.

There are other big advantages too from this advanced garage door. The doors, with its superior lifting gear, rise vertically before tracking back smoothly and quickly into the top of the garage. This offers maximum drive way space as you can park right up to the garage door.

The doors also offer extra width for vehicles entering the garage – ideal for wider vehicles such as 4x4s and MPVs. Garador Sectional doors are opened and closed by a new generation of ultra secure Garador GaraMatic automatic operators and they are available in a wide range of sizes, designs, colours and surface finishes in both standard and premium models.

With Britain’s changeable weather, and with the value of the contents of garages steadily increasing, it makes more sense that ever to choose a Garador Sectional Door.

Find out more by calling 01935 443799 or visiting www.garador.co.uk

VISTAFOLD 120S A BOTTOM ROLLING IN-LINE HARDWARE SYSTEM Barrier Components new stainless steel 304 system for bi-folding doors is tested to accommodate door sash weights up to 120kg.

Vistafold 120S is a robust quality system designed to meet the increased capacity demanded by the current trend in triple glazing it is a system that performs smoothly and quietly during operation.

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Suitable for both residential and commercial applications, Vistafold 120S offers an adjustable, secure and weather tight bifolding solution.

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The system is sold in either component or kit form and is an important addition to the Vistafold range. Hinges and rollers have 316 stainless steel wheels and pins and a satin anodised aluminium track.

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Touch Ironmongery LTd www.atouchofbrass.co.uk 210 Fulham road, chelsea London SW10 9PJ

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

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

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

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

The The company company also also have have a a healthy healthy export export market market to to all all corners corners of of the the world, world, namely namely the the Middle Middle East, East, Europe Europe and and the the Americas.

Americas. Touch’s Touch’s owner owner and and founder, founder, Bill Bill Benham, Benham, has has 33 33 years’ years’ experience experience in in the the ironmongery ironmongery trade, trade, as as do do his his colleagues colleagues Jim Jim Haselup Haselup and and Alan Alan Blanchard.

Blanchard. Saleem Saleem Qureshi Qureshi is is the the newest newest member member of of our our team team and and has has 10 10 years’ years’ experience, experience, meaning meaning their their knowledge knowledge is is unrivalled unrivalled in in this this industry. industry.

The The range range of of products products supplied supplied by

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Quality Acoustic Seals for Doors & Windows Sealmaster DropSeal An automatic DropSeal which fills the gap between the door bottom and the floor or threshold plate. Suitable for new and retrofit projects the Sealmaster DropSeal provides smoke containment and acoustic sealing. Tested to BS EN 1634-1 2014 BS EN 1363-1 2012 & BS476 Part 22. Durability tested to more than 1,000,000 cycles.

Can be used in conjunction with Sealmaster Delta and Double Fin Acoustic Seals. Available in a wide range of sizes.

Sealmaster Double Fin Acoustic Seal Providing excellent acoustic sealing, the Sealmaster Double Fin Acoustic Seal is durable and easy to install. Maintenance free and suitable for both new and retrofit projects the Sealmaster Double Fin Acoustic Seal is BS EN Fire Tested and Acoustically rated to 40db. Designed and manufactured in the UK, and available in Black, Brown and White.

Sealmaster Delta Acoustic Smoke Seal Quality and easy to install acoustic door seal with excellent acoustic sealing. Designed and manufactured in the UK the Sealmaster Delta Acoustic Smoke Seal is BS EN Fire Tested and Acoustically rated to 40db, and suitable for both new and retrofit specifications. The durable Delta comes with self-adhesive tape for standard single or double-lead doorsets. Available in Black, Brown, White and Transparent.

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Time is money, it is said, and EGGER UK aims to save both for housebuilders.

Floors that are quick and easy to install, cost-effective, have a lifetime guarantee and are environmentally friendly should be a no-brainer when it comes to housebuilders looking for structural flooring applications.

And, according to manufacturer EGGER UK, that is exactly what it offers in its industryleading Advanced Structural Flooring System – suitable for masonry, offsite modular and timber-frame builds.

The EGGER Advanced Structural Flooring System is a key innovation for the company, one of Europe’s leading woodbased panel manufacturers.

The system is designed to save time, money and manpower on projects without compromising on quality. It is based on the EGGER portfolio of structural P5 grade flooring boards – EGGER P5, EGGER Peel Clean Xtra and EGGER Protect.

Boards have enhanced moisture-resistant properties and are manufactured using sustainable raw materials on one of the most sophisticated production lines in Europe.

A tongue and groove profile, created using unique diamond tipped tooling, gives stronger and tighter-fitting joints than the industry norm.

Designed to reduce installation times and minimise squeaky floors, EGGER Peel Clean Xtra and EGGER Protect boards also reduce weather related stoppages as they can be fitted in light rain conditions and without the need for joint sealing tape when fixed with EGGER super-strong Joint & Joist D4 Adhesive.

Dan Soulsby, EGGER category manager for building products, explains: “We strive to give our customers innovative solutions, exceptional product quality, value for money and complete peace of mind on every floor they lay. No other engineered chipboard flooring provides the same outstanding protection and structural properties or offers installers so many laying and fixing benefits.

“Each product within the EGGER Advanced Structural Flooring System has been manufactured to the highest standard and, for added peace of mind, the lifetime guarantee reinforces our commitment to quality and belief in the products and system.

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“Regardless of the size of the project, whether it’s a large-scale housing development, self-build, offsite or modular build, property conversion or home extension, it is our aim to be the indisputable first choice for anyone who wants absolute faith in their work when installing a structural chipboard floor.”

The Advanced Structural Flooring System also features two innovative types of floor board which are specifically designed to add value, improve presentation, and enhance customer appeal. The first is EGGER Protect and the second is EGGER Peel Clean Xtra.

EGGER Protect EGGER Protect is manufactured using an EGGER P5 flooring grade chipboard with a unique, weather resistant surface layer applied to the top and underside of the board. It has a hard-wearing anti-slip surface to provide additional foot holding in wet and dry conditions, which not only contributes significantly to site safety, it also creates an essential safe working platform for use in construction.

EGGER Protect can be left exposed to the elements for up to 42 days during the build process and can even be laid during

Environmental benefits An added benefit to housebuilders using EGGER tongue and groove structural chipboard flooring and EGGER OSB boards is the company’s sustainability philosophy underpinning all of its products. From the tree through to the end product, EGGER operates a closed cycle – with the emphasis placed on using sustainable raw materials in fully integrated manufacturing plants which rely on the shortest-possible transport routes.

Very little waste is generated in chipboard manufacturing – with any that is produced either put back into the production process as a raw material or used as an energy source. The company has fully embraced this ethos achieving FSC and PEFC accreditation to ensure that all its P5 grade structural flooring boards and OSB products are certified with a full chain of custody. This gives housebuilders peace of mind that the panels they are using are made from responsibly-sourced and sustainable raw materials.

Adding value through digital technology light rain conditions, which helps to minimise weather related stoppages and enable faster completions.

When glued with EGGER Joint & Joist D4 Adhesive it provides a fully sealed working deck that requires no joint sealing tape and protects against moisture, impact and the wear and tear of heavy site traffic. Its concrete-effect finish means no painting is required once work has been completed. EGGER Protect is also ideal for use with underfloor heating as it is less likely to be affected by moisture changes that are known to be accelerated by this type of heating. It can also be tiled onto directly using a primer and flexible tiling adhesive.

EGGER Peel Clean Xtra The second board is EGGER Peel Clean Xtra which features a robust foil applied to the top surface of the boards to protect them from site traffic and is then peeled away on completion of the build leaving a clean, well-presented floor ready for handover. It can also be left exposed for up to 42 days on site and when using the Advanced Structural Flooring System there is no need for joint sealing tape as all cut and exposed edges should be covered with EGGER Joint & Joist D4 Adhesive.

To make installation even easier for house builders the company has also produced a collection of 3D animated fitting videos for the Advanced System. The videos are in keeping with its simple six step installation process and address key questions which may arise during a typical flooring installation.

They are compatible with any device from smart phones to tablets and PCs so tradesmen can view them at any time on site. Each video provides users with a quick guide on how to fit EGGER’s Advanced Structural Flooring products to meet the Advanced Lifetime Guarantee.

The fitting videos complement the company’s comprehensive customer support service which includes a ‘Building Hotline’ offering free technical advice and product literature. The videos are available on the EGGER website at http:// www.egger.com/UK_en/afsf-videos. htm and You Tube channel: http://www. youtube.com/user/EggerOnline.

Embracing BIM EGGER UK is also the first major flooring manufacturer in the UK to invest in BIM technology. The products in its Advanced Structural Flooring System are now available on two prominent user 43

platforms; the BIMObject® portal and the National BIM Library (NBL).

By creating BIM objects for its products, EGGER aims to give house builders, specifiers and architects a new level of support in selecting the right boards for their requirements, with the added benefit of intelligent planning models provided through NBL and BIMObject®.

Investing in the future The specialist boards in the Advanced System are produced on EGGER’s stateof-the art continuous chipboard line at Hexham in Northumberland. As one of the most technically advanced manufacturing plants in Europe, the facility has been subject to investments reaching over £250 million since 2007.

Soulsby adds: “We are currently investing in a new T&G line at Hexham with additional processing facilities. We are also investing in a new replacement lamination line, which will support our production of EGGER Protect. Our continued investment in existing plants and both new and existing products lets customers know they are being supplied with the best quality products manufactured on the most technologically sophisticated T&G facilities in Europe.

“We are working hard to further secure our position in the UK construction market by providing security of supply to our customers for many years to come, especially at a time when housebuilding needs to grow. We are here for the long term and our aim is to ensure we continue to be a trusted supplier through innovation and investment.”

To find out more, contact the EGGER building products hotline on 0845 602 4444, email building.uk@egger.com or visit www.egger.co.uk/building.

EcoBuild Overhauls Floorplan With Exciting New Format As Architectural Collective Assemble Bring Turner Prize Winning Art To 2017 Show Turner Prize-winning architects Assemble are to headline Ecobuild 2017, bringing their award winning Granby Workshop project to the show as part of an immersive new experience.

Bringing the event’s theme of regeneration to life, Ecobuild 2017 will see ExCeL London transformed into an immersive ‘city’ – complete with main street, distinct destinations and special feature attractions. Central to the experience will be Regeneration Drive, a boulevard running through the middle of Ecobuild, linking different aspects of the exhibition and enabling visitors to experience the very best examples of innovation and creativity from across the built environment.

Martin Hurn, Brand Director at Ecobuild, explained: “For 2017, we’re completely overhauling and innovating the Ecobuild experience. We asked our visitors what they want and need from the show, and sustainability overwhelmingly came to the top of the agenda. To deliver this, we’ve ripped up the floorplan and reinvented Ecobuild as an immersive city centred around Regeneration Drive.

“Imagining the exhibition as a city allows us to deliver a unique programme focused on regeneration, in a way that is relevant and inclusive to all our exhibitors and visitors. Different aspects of construction and the built environment deserve specific focus, and each of the Ecobuild 2017’s destinations will each have something distinct and exciting to offer.”

Ecobuild also announced key collaborations with Lead Partner UK Green Building Council (UK-GBC), the Construction Products Association, the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).

As they make their way up Regeneration Drive, attendees will be introduced to key destinations such as The Arena, City Hall, The Campus, The Gateway and The Performance Lab. The Arena will be home to the headline guest speakers, staging a range of keynote speeches from industry thought leaders and innovators across the three days.

Included within the programme will be renowned architects and the UK-GBC will host daily leadership panels chaired by their CEO, Julie Hirigoyen.

The show’s sustainability hub, City Hall, will be home to the UK-GBC and World Green Building Council representing the culmination of Ecobuild’s Redefining Sustainability campaign – which seeks to create an industry-wide understanding of sustainability objectives and drives, and a clear direction for the future.

Architectural collective Assemble will present its award-winning Granby Workshop project at the Campus, the show’s destination for innovative thinking and the latest technology.

Visitors will be able to view and interact with a unique installation created by Assemble, telling the story behind the collective’s Turner Prize winning regeneration project. Attendees will be also able to interact with Future Materials, a gallery curated by ARCC, previewing next-generation materials and processes currently in either research or testing stage. The Gateway will allow visitors to explore national and social infrastructure

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projects in partnership with ICE, as well as a separate seminar theatre dedicated to Green Infrastructure. The Performance Lab, meanwhile, will showcase the latest in Smart Home and Smart Building technology in association with Ecobuild 2017’s building performance partner, CIBSE -the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers.

The Ecobuild city will also contain a number of other areas of interest, including a high profile area for Explore Offsite and offsite technology masterclasses, The BRE Academy, The Business District with export support and networking, international pavilions and a dedicated District Energy Town Square created in conjunction with the UK District Energy Association.

The organisers are encouraging exhibitors to get involved with the immersive city theme, inviting them to create their own destinations along Regeneration Drive and across the entire event.

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Hemmingford House Unfolding to the Landscape

In the vast rural fields south of Montreal, a new residence takes root.

Like a fieldstone unveiled amongst the furrows of a ploughed field, a stratified monolith of slate emerges from the earth. Eroded, sculpted and fragmented by time and the forces of nature, this mineral formation becomes the pedestal upon which new life is anchored.

Situated in Hemmingford, southern Quebec, this distinctly modern residence unfolds onto the surrounding rural landscape and honours the many features of its rich agricultural past: expansive fields and orchards; weathered fences; an old barn clad in wood; and the ruins of the original farmhouse’s foundations.

All these contextual cues influenced the site layout and architecture of this private residence designed for a couple who left their home in the city for a life on the country.

The sun’s course throughout the changing seasons, as well as precise views over the fields, guided the home’s orientation and site location, while the old fieldstone foundation walls of the former farmhouse are preserved as artefacts to welcome the visitor and lead them to the main entrance while bearing witness to the memory of place.

The house unfolds to the surrounding landscape. This 3,500-square-foot house features interior spaces that are open, fluid and awash in natural light.

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The residence is composed of two distinct two-storey volumes on either side of a double-height space containing the main entrance, a monumental stair and a glass-floored footbridge on the second level. With double-height floor-to-ceiling windows at both extremities, this space offers expansive views over the entire property.

The composite effect of this threshold is a two-zoned space balancing openness and privacy. On the ground floor, on one side of the stairs, are the open-plan living and dining areas, both enjoying targeted views of the surrounding landscape. On the other side of the stairs, the kitchen leads to the veranda and game room just a few steps higher.

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A series of sliding windows between the kitchen and veranda open allowing the kitchen counter to transform into an island shared between the interior kitchen and the veranda.

On the second level, a glass floor traverses the double-height entrance hall at the top of the stairs. This bridge ensures a transition between the second level’s more private side containing the master suite (bedroom, walk-in closet and open bathroom) and the more communal spaces on the other side (library, office and guest suite).

The exterior cladding of the house is composed of slate sourced from a nearby quarry in the Eastern Townships.

As opposed to a typical natural stone cladding of thin slabs fixed to an exterior wall structure, the slate is cut into blocks of varying length and set in strata like bricks.

A custom technical detail was developed to extend this cladding to exterior ground level in order to dissimulate the crown of the concrete foundation walls. Like a stone heaved from the frozen earth, the house rises from the field.

This natural slate also covers the floors of the entrance, veranda and terrace.

This continuity of materials and surfaces blurs the boundary between the residence and its environment perceptually extending the interior spaces outwards.Echoing the old barn, wooden cedar planks are employed as a secondary cladding on the house.

This material is left untreated and, in the same way as the adjacent barn, will weather and develop its own patina. With the passing of time, the house will become increasingly fused with its surrounding environment. www.simardarchitecture.com

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Architectural Glazing by Cambs Glass At Cambs Glass we are one of the UKs leading specialist in the design, manufacture and installation of bespoke architectural glazing. Unique properties deserve unique features – so why not look into architectural glazed features that complement the design

atmosphere, such as potential heat loss through the glazing, solar heat gain from the sun and direct transfer into the property. Cambs Glass range of bespoke glazing products include; rooflights, walk on glass, canopies, balustrades, facades.

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One of the main benefits that set us above other architectural glazing companies is that Cambs Glass runs its own in house glass unit line, offering glass for both our own projects and supplying units directly to other glazing companies and local

individuals. Along with our bespoke architectural glazing, we offer an extensive range of high-quality roof lights and skylights, all designed, manufactured and installed by our teams. Our range of roof lights and skylights can be produced in any RAL colour combination.

Go for a classic look with the standard finish, which sees the outside faces of the roof light painted in grey and the internal features painted in white. Alternatively, add a touch of personal style with Cambs Glass’ bespoke paint work in a range of finishes.

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Whether you want an electric blue finish to the inside faces or a standard grey to the outside faces or something even more vibrant and unique – we can make it a reality.

Our roof lights can be styled to blend in with corporate themes and internal finishes such as kitchen worktops, splash-backs, carpets, flooring or artwork.

To find out more, speak to a member of our sales team on 01638 640 038 or view our entire range and latest projects at www.cambsglass.co.uk

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Aecom Report On Life Cycle Costing: Continuous Flow Up To 7% More Cost Effective AECOM, a major global player in the building engineering services consultancy arena, has concluded a report showing that continuous flow water heating systems have a clear advantage in terms of initial capital costs as well as life cycle costs over 20 years, when compared with stored hot water systems*.

The study** shows that continuous flow water heating systems can be up to 7% more economical than equivalent ‘traditional’ stored hot water systems.

AECOM was commissioned to carry out a life cycle study on continuous flow water heating systems, and to provide a comparison with conventional storage systems. Two case studies were provided that are based on projects using continuous flow water heating systems.

AECOM then determined an equivalent storage based system for each case study and compared operational and capital costs.

For the life cycle comparison, the analysis period was 20 years, based on the expected service life. The net present value (NPV) calculation is based on a discount rate of 3.5% (The GREEN BOOK - HM Treasury), an inflation rate of 2% for servicing costs and projected retail fuel costs from DECC1.

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

Case study 1 This was a system for a typical, small, pre-fabricated fast food restaurant.

It is assumed the system only serves the hot water demand.

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

The servicing cost is based on £130/ year per boiler, and £160/year for a boiler and cylinder. The resulting net present values of the three showed that the continuous flow system is 6 - 7% lower than the two storage systems based on that 20-year analysis period.

Case study 2 This was a system for a shower block in a holiday camp, with six showers and four basin taps.

For the continuous flow option, the analysis is based on a configuration of 4 continuous flow water heaters that each have a nominal output of 48 kW, which, for this particular application, because there is a very short run of pipe work between the water heaters and the fixtures, it is possible for the water heaters to generate water at 40°C. The risk of legionella is overcome by regular flushing of the system.

For the energy required to deal with the instantaneous hot water demand the analysis assumes that the bulk of the hot water demand would be due to the showers. Each shower would typically have a flow rate of around 9 litres per minute, which if mixed to 40ºC would equate to an instantaneous load of around 19 kW each, so even if there was only one shower running, the load on a single continuous flow water heater would equate to an efficiency of 95% based on the performance curve. As the hot water demand increases, the modular nature of this particular configuration would allow the 95% efficiency to be maintained for the bulk of the demand.

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The difference in daily fuel costs between the three systems is around 7%. The usage profile for this case study is particularly suited to continuous flow systems (i.e. high but infrequent demand over the day), which is why there is an advantage in fuel consumption over the storage systems.

SYSTEMS EMPLOYED IN THE STUDY * Indirect fired storage systems This consists of separate heat source and storage cylinders, where for this study the heat source will be gas fired boilers running on 80ºC flow and 60ºC return with gross efficiency of 89%. As the hot water is stored at 60ºC in insulated cylinders there will be standing heat losses. The standby electricity is assumed to be 15W per boiler, and 60W when operating to cover fan and controls.

Direct fired storage systems This is where the hot water storage cylinder has an integral gas burner to directly heat the water, and the key difference with indirect fired storage systems is that they are designed to operate in condensing mode and generally achieve gross efficiency up to 96%. A disadvantage of direct fired storage systems is that the standing losses are around 3 times higher than indirect storage cylinders.

Continuous flow systems This is essentially a gas boiler that is designed to instantaneously heat mains water for supply directly to water fixtures without any storage.

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

For more information on the RINNAI product range of high efficiency condensing continuous flow hot water heating units and systems visit www.rinnaiuk.com

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Eco-friendly Alternative to Heat Family Home & Business Richard and Tracy installed an Eco Angus Orligno 200 40kW log boiler which provides all the central heating and hot water requirements for their 5-bedroom house and office.

196 Deansgate, Manchester Adopts Under Floor Air Conditioning AET Flexible Space, leading provider of under floor air conditioning systems, is proud to have been part of the phased refurbishment of the historic building at 196 Deansgate in Manchester.

Situated in the city centre on what is probably Manchester’s best known streets with close proximity to Spinningfields, the architecturally stunning building has a Grade II listed façade and has attracted significant interest by potential tenants to its 48,000 sq. ft. over five floors of Grade A office space. www.flexiblespace.com

The total cost, including the installation, was £15,000. Their annual fuel cost has halved and they receive an average of £1,848 in non-domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) payments for the 21,000 kW hours used annually. The boiler will have paid for itself within five years, with RHI payments continuing for the 20-year term.

Eco Angus offer a range of wood burning boilers to provide central heating and hot water for domestic or business needs. They are ideal for retrofits or new builds, usually positioned in an outbuilding and linked with the existing heating system.

Grants are available on the boilers with typical payback of the installation cost in approximately 5 years. For more information call 01934 862642 or go to www.ecoangus.co.uk

Kingspan SBS introduces colour-coded studs and tracks Phil Jasper, Business Unit Director, Kingspan Steel Building Solutions said “We’re committed to continuously improving our products, and ensuring our customers get the full benefit of working with Kingspan. This new coding is a simple but effective way for us to support contractors on site, and make it easier than ever before for them to use Kingspan Steel Framing Systems.“ Stud and track colour coding key 1.2mm Gauge studs and tracks 1.6mm Gauge studs and tracks 1.8mm Gauge studs and tracks 2.0mm Gauge studs and tracks For further information visit: www.kingspanpanels.co.uk/steel-buildingsolutions/news/colour coded studs Or contact a Kingspan area sales manager: www.kingspanpanels.co.uk/steel-buildingsolutions/contact-us/area-sales-managers

KINGSPAN THERMOMAX DELIVERS HOT WATER FOR STORMONT Home of the NI parliament, Stormont has recently undergone a major refurbishment, including a new plumbing and heating system providing hot water for over 1000 people.

Leading renewables manufacturer, Kingspan Thermomax, mechanical consultancy Bennett Robertson Design and installation contractor Alternative Energy Ireland, provided all the expertise and resource to design, specify and build a solar thermal system that successfully met all criteria.

Thermomax DF400 evacuated tubes were chosen due to their high performance and reliability, and the fact they can be installed flat which doesn’t affect aesthetics of the building.

At the 2016 Action Renewables Association Awards, Stormont was recognised as the best renewables installation within the Education, Healthcare and Public Sector.

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Stokvis Energy Systems launches smart website Hybrid Ecodan heat pumps work with oil boiler A Grade II listed, Georgian country house in rural Shropshire is using renewable heat pumps to provide the majority of heating throughout the year, with the existing oil boiler kicking in if the weather turns extremely cold.

Three Ecodan units work in a cascade system, which means that they work individually or together to respond accurately to the heating requirements of the property.

“We had thought that we would simply have to put up with the high costs of running on oil and the problems with winter deliveries, but now, this is so much better all round ”, explained owner Cosmo Lloyd.

“We also qualify for the Renewable Heat Incentive on every kW of renewable heating that the Ecodan system generates”. www.ecodanerp.co.uk 54

Upon opening the new Stokvis website, it soon becomes apparent that the company’s online presence is as up to date as the commercial and industrial boilers and hot water systems it has been supplying across the country and constantly improving for over 30 years.

Indeed, redesigned and very straightforward to navigate, www.stokvisboilers.com is also mobile device friendly, being extremely easy to access via a smartphone or tablet, even with a relatively small screen.

On the ‘Heating Systems’ page, which is similarly set up as the ‘Commercial Water Heaters’ page regarding downloads, the user can access another eight buttons to travel to Stokvis’ commercial boilers, heat exchangers, heat interface units and commercial air heating ranges; plus its pressure sets, packaged plant rooms and Legacy heating products.

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

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An interior designer’s fingerprint My own home One of the first things I realised when I embarked on a career as an interior designer is that people’s homes are as unique to them as their fingerprints.

No one person needs, views or craves the same interior delights as the next, and one person’s nightmare may be another person’s dream.

Our job as interior designers is to delve into the essence of our client’s imagination and create user focused, cost effective and enchanting designs.

That is without doubt why my job is so fascinating, I get the absolute pleasure of transforming my client’s dreams into a reality.

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budget which limited my creativity in some areas, our home for us now is what everyone’s should be, completely individual to us.

When looking back over the photos of the house utterly dilapidated when we first purchased it, and comparing them to the warm, colourful, tactile space we now get to call home, I see quite how much

we have achieved.

Our memories are splashed in every nook and cranny, reminding us of our worldly adventures, the art and the literature that inspires us and the people we love and the support that comes from that. I don’t believe that having a beautiful home is important in life, it might be a perk but it’s not a priority.

Perhaps that seems odd to hear from someone whose life revolves around beautiful interiors, architecture and landscapes.

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Hill Road

His exquisite and imaginative and project in Essex was expertly designed and overseen by our friends at Clear Architects.

Challenged with transforming a 1950s bungalow into a stunning modern threestorey home on the fringes of the Essex Green Belt they took the opportunity to design a modern home that makes the most of the stunning views of London and the surrounding countryside.

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The split slate cladding provided a textured feature to the entrance and related to the black slate roof of the property, tying the colour palette together.

The design led approach to this homes construction meant Express were the ideal Company for Clear Architects as we are one of the few specialist manufacturers who can manufacture bespoke aluminium products to the standard required for distinctive luxury homes.

We surveyed, manufactured and installed the curtain walling, picture windows, tilt and turn windows, sliding doors and bi folding doors within this project. We liaised with the end users throughout the project, and now the works are complete they benefit from our comprehensive guarantees and dedicated aftersales service should any issues arise in the coming years.

We love carrying out architect led projects just like this one, and are proud that we have the expertise, manufacturing capability, product portfolio, and resources throughout all of our processes to both work with architects, and on projects like this all over the UK on a regular basis. www.expressbifolds.co.uk

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Be Naturally Creative in the Stone Gallery At Surface Design Show 2017

From 7-9 February, Stone Gallery will be hosted within the Surface Design Show 2017 at the Business Design Centre in London.

Since 2005 Surface Design Show has been the only event in the UK that focuses solely on interior and exterior surfaces, connecting innovative and exciting materials with a specifying audience of architects and designers. Debuting at last years show, the Stone Gallery reflects the rapidly growing stone market in the UK and the important relationship between stone and surface design.

Officially supported by Stone Federation GB, Stone Gallery 2017 has attracted exhibitors from Europe and beyond all showcasing the best stone products that the industry has to offer.

The Stone Gallery is situated on the gallery level at Surface Design Show and exhibitors include Skarlis Marble, Building Adhesives, Marmoles Serrat, Consorio Pimar, Fontanili Marble UK and ZClad. UK exhibitors include Lovell Stone who are a family run business delivering high-quality British stone products, their bespoke service offers a variety of surface finishes including honed, polished, bush

hammered, flame textured and tumbled.

Whilst Fontanili Marble has over 80 years’ experience within the stone business, supplying architects and designers with the finest marble from Carrara in Italy.

Fontanili Marble UK, will be launching their new unique material; Palissandro Fiorito book-match floor. Whilst exhibitor ZClad will be offering a range of stylish natural stone products. Their cladding system is designed to create a stylish veneer for either contemporary or traditional design. The modular z-shaped panels give a seamless finish for straight walling and cornering making it virtually impossible to detect.

A range of talks and debates will take place on Thursday 9th February in the Stone Hub. Robert Merry hosts ‘Stone Me’ - The advantages of using a stone professional when specifying interior stone finishes.

The Essential Guide to substrate preparation and stone installation is presented by Steve Turner from Amarestone whilst Martin Ballard from Fila UK looks at sealing natural stone surfaces: options and outcomes. The Stone Gallery is just one part of Surface Design Show 66

which has over 170 exhibitors showcasing the newest innovations in surface design for interior and exterior surfaces. For over 10 years the show has been the hot spot for industry people to immerse themselves in the latest materials for the built environment, gain new insights and network with like-minded designers, architects and suppliers.

Registration for the show is now live T: @surfacethinking F: surfacedesignshow.co.uk/facebook P: surfacedesignshow.co.uk/pinterest I: surfacedesignshow.co.uk/instagram L: surfacedesignshow.co.uk/linkedin H: surfacedesignshow.co.uk/sdshouzz #SDS17 #StoneGallery www.surfacedesignshow.com

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Landscaping & External Works

Charcon delivers new concept in cycleway segregation kerbing for Nottingham’s Western Corridor Instant Laurel Hedge Blocks for immediate privacy and security Field grown in North Yorkshire, so guaranteed to be hardy and free from imported pests or diseases, and trimmed twice per year for many years for instant density, these Instant Laurel Hedge Blocks from Wykeham Mature Plants instantly provide a dense hedge for screening and privacy.

Unlike fencing, hedges do not blow down, do not need replacing every few years and, other than an annual trim, do not require much maintenance.

Hedges do not require planning consent, encourage wildlife, aid carbon capture, can help to alleviate flooding from surface run-off, absorb noise, shelter from winds, summer cooling, and they’re attractive too.

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Mike Davies, specification manager for Charcon, explains: “Our cycle kerb is a one unit concrete segregation system, which means much of the work can be done off site. The benefit being that it speeds up construction and reduces the impact on road users.

Adam Sherratt, senior engineer at Nottingham City Council, comments: “The segregation units are an ideal product for what we need. The design of the units means that they are fast and efficient by means of installation, offering good value for money. The all-in-one unit also looks good and proves to be robust so the maintenance risks are low.”

Charcon’s Cycle Kerb Wins Top London Innovation Award

Charcon, the commercial hard landscaping division of Aggregate Industries, has been crowned the winner of the Innovation of the Year – Materials category at the 2016 London Construction Awards, thanks to its Eco Countryside™ Cycle Kerb Segregation System.

The judges were impressed by Charcon’s creativity and expertise in developing a bespoke hard landscaping solution that would serve as a safe and sustainable segregation system which, in the case of the Mayor’s Flagship Cycle Superhighway 2 Mike Davies: “With the growth of cycleway (CS2), is already helping to reduce the number of infrastructure throughout the country the potential accidents on London’s roads. for our segregation kerb solutions is significant, with an increasing number of Local Authorities For further information about Charcon range of showing an interest.” products, visit www.charcon.com or call 01335 372 222.

For further information, visit www.charcon.com.

Interiors & Interior Design

Bromleighs

Bromleighs offer an extensive range of switches and electrical accessories to suit both period and contemporary interiors. Their Forged and Profile Collections are hand-made at their workshop in Cornwall, using inserts manufactured here in the UK.

The Hardwood, Bakelite and Period Switch collections are made with British Oak which is hand-stained and waxed. Recent installations include a Chateau in France and the extensive refurbishment of an Irish Castle. Bromleighs also offer a wide range of interior and exterior lighting and architectural hardware.

For a current brochure or further information, please call the team on 01208 79490 or www.bromleighs.com

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Lifts, Stairs & Balustrades

Kallisto Takes Service To Another Level Let Laidlaw take the strain – Nylon Line handrails are the perfect fit for railway station A railway station in Essex is looking brighter and fresher after Laidlaw, the trusted architectural hardware supplier, installed its market-leading Nylon Line handrails.

It was asked to supply more than 180 linear metres of its premium 40mm nylon handrails for the bridge and stairs that connect the two platforms at Great Bentley Station, near Colchester.

And unlike cheaper coated handrail options, Laidlaw Nylon handrails have solid colour throughout the sleeve, which will look good for years, even with continuous use.

The range is also highly fracture resistant, has high thermal stability and is highly resistant to most solvents, chemicals, cleansing agents and disinfectants.

Tel: 01902 600400 Email: info@laidlaw.co.uk Website: www.laidlaw.co.uk

As spiral staircases go through a renaissance and architects and developers alike identify the benefits in new builds, Kallisto, the pre-cast concrete spiral and helical staircase division of Milbank Concrete Products, offers customers an exclusive full service, tailored to suit the individual needs of domestic and commercial developments.

Based at its dedicated production facility in Essex, Kallisto prides itself on working closely with architects, engineers and designers to achieve stunning, durable pre-cast spiral and helical staircase solutions and has been commissioned for installations in some of the most prestigious properties in the UK. Milbank Concrete Products has a trading history spanning more than 60 years and is recognised as one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of high quality pre-cast concrete products.

For further information on Kallisto, contact Milbank on 01787 220 564 or visit www.milbank.co.uk where you can watch a timelapse video showing a Kallisto staircase being created.

Escalmatic electric loft ladder provides style, safety and convenience Premier Loft Ladders latest product, the Escalmatic electric loft ladder, may be the perfect solution for convenient access into your loft and making the most of that valuable space.

The Escalmatic combines Italian design, robust metal construction and infrared remote-controlled electrical operation. The space-saving retractable ladder mechanism also means that the Escalmatic will fit into ceiling openings from as small as 50cm wide by 90cm long. Galvanised telescopic handrails allow for safe access into the loft, while also providing a stylish finishing touch to the ladder.

Helping to keep down energy costs, the trapdoor is lined with a thermal insulating material.

Visit www.premierloftladders.com for further details. Or contact us on 0845 9000 195 or sales@premierloftladders.com

Roofing & Cladding

If timber work goes wrong, TDCA can help Do you think your contractor has underperformed? Do you need independent help to support your case? If you have a problem with timber decking or timber cladding, you can call on the help of the Timber Decking and Cladding Association. We’ll carry out a thorough investigation and produce a report to support the findings. It can help you sort out an issue quickly and prevent a protracted and costly dispute over who is responsible.

At TDCA we provide information and advice to help ensure all timber decking and timber cladding is built properly and is fit for purpose.

The TDCA operates DeckMark and CladMark quality accreditation schemes to give you added reassurance about the materials and services you are purchasing.

For more information contact: Janet Sycamore – Tel 01977 558147 e-mail: info@tdca.org.uk

Lightweight Vertigo cladding selected for eco-friendly penthouses Architectural practice Alexander Sedgley has specified a pioneering vertical fibre cement slate facade system for a luxury private mews development in London.

The Vertigo slates, from manufacturer Marley Eternit, have been used to create striking projecting bays on the front and rear of the exclusive terraced and semi detached rental properties at William Mews, near Brockley.

In recognition of its customer focus, in 2016, Marley Eternit was awarded the coveted ServiceMark accreditation from the Institute of Customer Service (ICS) for its commitment to deliver ‘world class customer service’.

For further information on our range of products and services just ask ME at www.marleyeternit.co.uk or call ME on 01283 722588. You can also follow ME on Twitter @MarleyEternit.

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Alumasc’s Derbigum Olivine cleans the air Alumasc’s Derbigum Olivine roofing membrane is a highly effective, durable waterproofing solution which also helps counter global warming by neutralising the most prevalent greenhouse gas, CO2.

For further information visit www.alumascroofing.co.uk or call +44 (0) 3335 771 500.

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WRAP HOUSE

Set on an unassuming narrow plot within the Metropolitan Green Belt south of London, The Wrap House is a modern 200m2, 2-storey family home overlooking the open fields of Biggin Hill Airport.

The house comprises of 2 long 'wrapping' elements that stretch down the narrow site; the white rendered 'wraps' contain all the living and sleeping accommodation and

are infilled with cedar panels and large expanses of glazing at each end.

Set between these 'wrapping' elements is a double height glazed circulation atrium that runs through the entire length of the house linking all the spaces together and creating a visual connection between the front and the back of the house.

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The glazed atrium brings light deep into the house and mitigates against the east-west orientation of the plot, ensuring the living spaces are filled with natural light all throughout the day. A study and kitchen is located at the front of the house with the dining area and a large double height living

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Architect Grant Freeman photo Martin Gardner, www.martingardner.com

room at the rear overlooking the garden. At first floor 2 bedrooms are located at the front with the master bedroom and ensuite to the rear.

The house replaces a small, tired 1950s bungalow which sat amongst a row of equally undistinguished single storey properties. This posed the first of many problems in that the local planning authority would only allow for a 10% increase in size over the existing house.

After much negotiation we eventually received permission for a circa 40% increase by using a hypothetical permitted development exercise showing how the existing house could be extended without planning permission.

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The replacement house also had to respect the heights of the surrounding bungalows; by manipulating the levels and stepping the building down, in spite of being a storey higher than the neighbouring properties, the flat roof parapet levels sit below the ridge lines of the adjoining houses.

The house was constructed for a relatively modest ÂŁ1,500/ m2, challenging the notion that bespoke modern houses cost from ÂŁ2,000/m2 upwards.

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Nebula “HPWM” is an innovative, best value, fire protection solution designed to allow open plan layouts to comply with current UK building regulations (BS 8458:2015).

Building and housing regulations have traditionally encouraged the creation of fire resistant compartments in homes as to limit the spread of fire, an approach that consumers find increasingly frustrating as they seek open, light spaces to live in. Today however, LACoRS guide, approved Document B, British Standard_8458 and the Scottish Building Regulations all recognise the need for flexibility of layout and all allow open-plan designs as long as some additional features, including fire suppression, are provided.

For architects and developers, Nebula “HPWM” allows the modern, open-plan layouts that clients increasingly expect to comply with Building Regulations. For landlords, Nebula “HPWM” can create a safe escape route in an existing open plan house or flat with no impact on rentable space.

Water Flow  12 Litres per minute Trigger  Frangible Bulb  57oC Trigger Protected Area  Open Plan Areas  Flats with habitable inner rooms  Houses with restricted fire access  Many more Run Time  30 mins Default  Configurable with a fire panel Installation Requirements  Mains water supply  Dedicated electrical supply

Nebula “HPWM” is available in an inconspicuous ceiling mounted version to protect escape routes, inner room situations or even whole houses!  Convenient sprinkler alternative  British Standard BS8458:2015 Approved  Enables open plan living  Avoids enclosed staircases  Easy Installation  Cost Effective  Manufactured in the UK  Exova Warringtonfire Tested

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A Mist Opportunity Frangible Bulb Nebula “HPWM” is active by a fast acting 57oC frangible bulb.

15mm High Pressure (Flexy) hose Using fire rated hydraulic hosing and fittings Nebula “HPWM” is easy to install!

Electrical Requirements A Non-RCD protected supply run in FP200 cable straight from the fuse board on a dedicated supply. Protected at the fuse board by a C20 rated circuit breaker.

Plumbing Requirements A 15/22mm cold water copper feed into a ¾” BSP Valve in accordance with BS8458 directions on dedicated supply.

Pump Dimensions Height – 400mm Width – 600mm Depth – 300mm Operating Pressure 140 BAR

Why Nebula “HPWM”?

No False Alarms – Nebula “HPWM” is triggered by heat activated frangible bulbs! This means that the system cannot be triggered by other independent alarms!

Lack Of Disruption – Nebula “HPWM” is designed for easy installation and can be completed in two stress free visits!

No Human Intervention – Nebula “HPWM” triggers automatically. When faced with an uncontrolled fire it is best practice to “get out, stay out and dial 999”.

Low Maintenance – Annual maintenance is a straightforward and quick but essential procedure.

Prevent Damage To Your Property – Independent testing showed that Nebula “HPWM” does quickly suppress and control fires.

Low Water Usage – Nebula “HPWM” uses a lot less water than a traditional sprinkler system – protecting your assets even if the system has suppressed a fire!

Best Value – For cases where fire suppression is needed Nebula “HPWM” is your cost effective alternative to traditional sprinkler systems, compartmentation and fire curtains!

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For your

“Grand Design” call in the specialists.

With a pedigree stretching back over 80 years, Benfield ATT are more experienced than most in the technical design, engineering, manufacture and building of specialist and exacting timber structures.

As the UK’s leading ‘Full Service’ timber engineers, we work with Green Oak, Glulam, CLT, SIP’s and Timber Frame. Choose feature trusses and soaring entrance frames, freeform shapes, balconies, and a range of premade items.

Taking a ‘Fabric First’ approach, we apply our ISO certified dedication to delivering high quality, environmentally sustainable Low Energy buildings throughout the UK and overseas.

Timber Frame designers & Builders UK’s 1st Amphibious House, Marlow

Engage our knowledge and experience for your next project as soon as possible. Call us now for a no obligations discussion that can save you time and money, as well as delivering your own exemplary ‘Grand Design’.

Benfield ATT Group, Castle Way, Caldicot, NP26 5PR 01291 437 050 info@benfieldATT.co.uk www.BenfieldATT.uk

Working with nature Sioo:x are leaders in wood protection using silicate technology.

We provide a highly effective proven system to protect wood of all types. It gives long life and a beautiful natural surface with even colouration and is friendly to people and the environment.

An example is this cedar clad house in the Lake District.

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Environmentally friendly

Victorian Home

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115 Highbury Hill Blee Halligan BLEE HALLIGAN ARCHITECTS have added a new kitchen and dining room to a four storey victorian terrace house in Highbury, creating a bright new living space for the owner and their large family.

The frameless glazed side return extension projects out into the garden and in doing so creates a planted courtyard to the main house and a light-filled nook, big enough for a sofa.

The glazed roof slopes down to the neighbouring property to reduce the impact of overshadowing without compromising the feeling of space and volume internally.

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Victorian Home Architect www.bleehalligan.co.uk photo www.rjbattersby.com

Crittal windows and doors were used throughout, opening up to the lush verdant garden. A roof extension was added as a home office, with full width glazing to allow panoramic views out over the garden below.

Product Description: Crittals were used in order to unify the elevation – fixed glazing, side-hung windows and doors provide a unified and consistent appearance when they are closed.

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ENGEL HAVE WORKWEAR ALL WRAPPED UP

Strongtie Introducing the latest innovation from leading construction connector manufacturer Simpson Strong-Tie; the timber frame panel closer, or TFPC. This useful connector provides the quickest and most accurate way of drawing together timber frame panels and eliminating gaps – and that’s important, because those gaps contribute to air leakage and insulation issues.

The TFPC features an angled plate which guides a structural screw (included) into the adjacent timber frame panels at precisely the angle necessary to pull them together to form an air tight bond, with the added benefit that it won’t damage the substrate.

The special design of the screw cinches the panels together and gives 3kN of shear capacity – keeping them that way.

Simpson Strong-Tie Timber Frame expert Fraser Pilkington explains: “It seems such a simple solution, but we put a great deal of thought into making it easy to use, with no room for error. The combination of the guide plate and screw achieves exactly that”.

The TPFC is supplied as a kit, which includes the guide plate, structural screw and two square twist nails.

Search TFPC at www.strongtie. co.uk for a demonstration video as well as performance data and installation advice. www.strongtie.co.uk

One of Europe’s leading workwear manufacturers, Danish company F. Engel is continuing to make serious inroads into the UK workwear market. For more than 85 years, the company’s products have been selected by customers from all over Europe as the first choice for all-round protection and maximum comfort, no matter what a work situation may demand.

Founded in 1927 by Carl J. Engel Senior and now 4th generation family-owned, the company has 850 employees based at its Headquarters in Norgesvej, Denmark and 2 factories in Lithuania.

Since it first began, with the importing of denim from the U.S. as a hard wearing fabric, the company’s aims have always been the same – to provide superior quality, value for money workwear designed for a perfect, flexible fit and to give long lasting, reliable service. Most items also have a water, oil and dirt repellent finish

and the fabrics have been tested to comply with the new EN ISO standards to over 50 industrial or domestic wash cycles.

All Engel garments are available from The Workwear Trade Centre, Milton Keynes; Telephone: 01908 561569; email: sales@wtc-workwear.co.uk and Anchor Safety, Ipswich; Telephone: 0800 328 5028; email: sales@anchorsafety.co.uk For more information visit: www.fe.dk/en/ email: Mark McBrayne at mmc@f-engel.com or telephone: +44 (0) 7933 150197

Snickers’ ‘Next Generation’ Product And Price Catalogue This 68 page brochure is now available FREE to the tradesmen and women who need the very best in hi-tech working clothes.

It’s got full details of the newest additions to the ALLROUND, FLEXIWork, LITEWork and RUFFWork clothing ranges and plenty of advice on how to choose the working clothes that are right for your kind of work.

There’s also loads of information on all the other garments and accessories you can get for working effectively wherever you are on site – and whatever trade you’re in. You’ll find quality, innovation, hi-tech fabrics and top class functionality in every garment – Trousers, Jackets, Topwear, Safety shoes and Accessories - the sign of a brand that knows what it takes to get a job done properly.

Bott Smartvan Fast-fit Van Racking Bott Smartvan is a fast fit, no-drill van racking system. Designed to utilise wasted space in your van and enable you to have your kit organised whilst maintaining a usable size load bay. The quality system which is manufactured in the U.K, is crash tested and refined for easy user installation.

Getting more information about Snickers Workwear is easy.

You can call the Helpline on 01484 854788; check out www.snickersworkwear. co.uk and download a digital catalogue; or you can email info@snickersworkwear.co.uk

The Smartvan racking system covers most small and medium

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vans and customers can design their own solution on their desktop or mobile and order online for fast delivery.

Kit your van out and enjoy a tidy and efficient workspace, which can save you time and impress your customers.

Visit www.bottsmartvan.co.uk/ van-racking to design your system today.

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LEVATO MONO porcelain paver system The Levato Mono porcelain paver system is the pinnacle of external raised flooring technology; enabling the specification of lightweight, slip resistant and attractive raised flooring solutions, combining incredible technical properties with uncompromising aesthetics; making them the ideal choice for commercial and domestic use alike.

20mm 20mm porcelain porcelain pavers pavers 40x80 40x80 45x90 45x90 60x60 60x60 75x75 75x75 30x120 30x120 40x120 40x120 60x120 60x120 ‘Floating ‘Floating floor’ floor’ –– installation installation over over single single ply ply membranes membranes Eternal Eternal product product -- zero zero maintenance maintenance required required –– offering offering massive massive over-life over-life savings savings Highly Highly abrasion abrasion and and stain stain resistant resistant Highly Highly slip slip resistant resistant ;; R11 R11 and and achieved achieved up up to to +65 +65 wet wet in in the the BS BS pendulum pendulum test test Lightweight Lightweight –– 45kgs 45kgs per per m m22 High High load load bearing bearing and and impact impact resistance resistance Timber Timber && stone stone effects effects ;; 40+ 40+ finishes finishes available available Ideal Ideal for for balconies, balconies, roof roof terraces terraces and and piazzas, piazzas, for for both both commercial commercial && residential residential use use Completely Completely non non porous porous Fire Fire && frost frost proof proof Height-adjustable Height-adjustable supports supports from from 9mm 9mm up up to to 550mm 550mm

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2017 The UK Stone Industry Event

New Build at the Natural Stone Show

25 - 27 April

Source stone for your Commercial or Residential New Build project with an unrivalled choice of materials from around the world.

Access CPD from 25 free seminars at the Natural Stone & Building Conservation Conference.

Highlights include the one-day RIBA-assessed workshop ‘Innovation meets stone design’ on Tuesday 25 April.

Ask the Expert for guidance on selecting British stone within the Stone Federation Great Britain Village. From Portland Stone to Blue Pennant; Caithness Flagstone to Welsh Slate; Kentish Ragstone to Bath Stone;York Stone to Purbeck and much more…….

For show updates and to register for your free ticket to the event visit www.stoneshow.co.uk

Learn about all the latest award-winning projects at the Natural Stone Awards Gallery.

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