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GEZA - 18-20 Rethinking the Industrial Architecture AB DESIGN STUDIO - 26-27 Quarry House Receives Popular Choice award KOFFI & DIABATÉ ARCHITECTES - 30-31 Orange Village SKYLAB - 46-47 Serena Williams building ATRIUM - 50-51 The Educational Complex in Nur-Sultan is a comfortable setting for children and teachers, the purpose of which is not only educational, but also inspirational.

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MAYU - 62-63 Transforming an enclosed building into a library with transparency, fluidity and vitality THE FLOORING SHOW - 68 This year’s show is a monumental occasion as it celebrates its 60th birthday and promises to be an event to remember for years to come SCOTT NORSWORTHY72-73 Tom Patterson Theatre DESIGN LONDON - 80-81 The largest official destination for contemporary design at London Design Festival LASVIT - 88-90 LASVIT designed dozens of unique glass and metal pieces for the world’s skinniest skyscraper SAY - 94-95 A space where the Interior and exterior are connected LANDSCAPE 2022102-103 The trade event you will not want to miss Main Features Editor’s Choice 9-29 & Kitchens 32-37 Sealings & Paint 38 Doors, Windows & Fittings 39-45 & Plumbing 48-49 Safety & Security 52-61 & 64-71 & 74-79 & Design 83-93 & Works 96-101 & 104-105 & 108-112 Preview Highlights Studies

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CLOU - 14-15 Qingdao Business Park’s latest addition is a colourful, stepped, mixed-use complex designed by CLOU.

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ASWA - 6-8 ASWA designed a new office with an irregularshaped construction inspired by their product, a vacuum skin packaging film for the food industry.

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Sevenlakes company is the creative office that leads in the food packaging in Thailand and is a specialist in thermoforming packaging for flexible packaging. ASWA offer the idea of how to represent their new headquarters which architecturally starts from their product. The interior space of 230 sq.m. fits for 6-8 staff seating, ten seat meeting room, and the area for the managing director room. BY THERMOFORMING

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The office has two courtyards; a greenery court and a water court, which allow natural light to shine into the space.

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ASWA designed a new office with an irregular-shaped construction inspired by their product, a vacuum skin packaging film for the food industry. The unformed functional space conveys the concept of a variable appearance following the shape of an object it wraps.

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Approximately 400 square meters, the site is close to the Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok and is surrounded by a low-rise residential building and empty low land. The new office tends to amplify their product, the thermoforming packaging, and translate into an architectural language. The triangular volume with the trapezoid plan shape comes from the idea of thermoforming packaging, followed by the functional inside. The highest volume of 6 meters is next to the roadside for the staff area, which fits 6-8 people, and the ceiling is inclined to a meeting room and a managing director room. The steel structure is selected for a structural design to play a prominent role in this project because it can provide an irregular shape with a wide span. The exterior material of black trapezoid volume with two scoop courtyards is a metallic black aluminum composite that clads all over the building to perform as a single sheet wrapping material like the company’s thermoforming packaging product.

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The new office tends to amplify their product, the thermoforming packaging, and translate into an architectural language.

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is not all about cost, it is about a commitment to net-zero carbon emissions. Currently housing stock is accountable for approximately 35% of our total global energy consumption, so insulation is key in order to reduce our reliance on energy and our ability to reduce and phase out fossil heating fuels, such as gas. There are also health benefits and fuel poverty issues which are completely covered by adopting a Passivhaus construction. Given the background growth of Passivhaus, Aluprof are delighted to announce their involvement in what is claimed to be the world’s largest low-carbon student residential development taking place in Bristol for The University of the West of England (UWE). The new development taking place at the Frenchay Campus covers approximately 65,000m2 and provides 2,250 new student residences. The scheme started on site in 2021 and is set to have the first phase complete for first-year student intake in 2023. Designed by Passivhaus Trust members Stride Treglown Architects and QODA Consulting, the new halls will offer carbon neutral accommodation which falls inline with the University’s ‘2030 strategy’. The project follows on from what now will be the second largest student accommodation project completed to date, ’The House’ at Cornell Tech in New York. Aluprof UK became involved in the design development of the scheme from RIBA Stage 2 and worked alongside Stride Treglown, QODA Consulting and Turner & Townsend to develop a high performance facade solution which helps the new development to achieve Passivhaus standards. Facade detailing and cost analysis support was provided by Aluprof UK prior to tender release to ensure budgets met stakeholders’ expectations. Aluprof UK also offered tender support to VINCI Construction UK, the main contractor awarded the scheme, in the careful selection of Aluprof experienced subcontractors to deliver a compliant tender. Aluprof UK have been involved in a collaborative process from RIBA Stage 2 onwards and will continue to support the project through to its completion. Denval, located in Cardiff, have been nominated to install the high BY WOJCIECH BROŻYNA - MD OF ALUPROF UK

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When we talk of Passivhaus we generally think of ‘one-off’ grand designs style projects where costs seem no objection, but this is a dated view as Passivhaus is rapidly becoming a mainstream construction methodology. Recent cost analysis from the Passivhaus Trust (1) suggests that a Passivhaus certified residential scheme is around 8% more expensive than an equivalent competitive tender build; further analysis suggests as Passivhaus claims more middle ground in construction, the extra-over costs can reduce to just Passivhaus4%.

“Since the earliest stages of our involvement with the project, we have worked closely with Aluprof, who have supported Denval with excellent technical

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insulation windows and doors on the project. Alex Wysom, Operations Director at Denval takes up the story, “Aluprof worked with Stride Treglown Architects to provide a comprehensive specification for their high performance Passivhaus certified MB104 window system from the earliest stage, Denval provided cost plan and technical support to the project management company and subsequently the main contractors who were providing tenders for the scheme.

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The second phase will see the redevelopment of three existing car parks offering a further 1,350 rooms that will comprise phase two are expected to be available one to two years after the completion of phase one. Once complete the new buildings will yield a 54% reduction in running costs and carbon emissions compared with a typical building built to current building regulations.

PAGE 11 - ARCHETECH information, to enable the most cost effective solutions to be established for this large Passivhaus development”. The Aluprof systems specified for the project consist of MB-104 SI (Passivhaus Certified) windows and doors and the MB-SR50N HI+ (Passivhaus Certified) curtain walling system. The specified finish uses a Super Durable Polyester or Class 2 powder coat in an AkzoNobel Interpon ‘Gold Pearl’ colour, reference YY217E. Aluprof have long been recognised across Europe for providing Passivhaus certified products and Aluprof UK are active members of the Passivhaus Trust in the UK. The project is to be completed in two phases, first is the redevelopment of Carroll Court on campus where student houses have been demolished to make way for the start on site in November

Aluprof UK are delighted to be leading and supporting the development of Passivhaus construction across the UK and are already working with specifiers and developers on further schemes to help active the UK’s challenge of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Further information is available on the company’s website at aluprof.co.uk or direct from their UK head office in Altrincham on 0161 941 4005.

Aluprof have long been recognised across Europe for providing Passivhaus certified products and Aluprof UK are active members of the Passivhaus Trust in the UK. “ 2021 by main contractor Vinci Construction. Phase one will see the 900-bedroom Stride Treglown designed buildings take shape and will be the first to complete in 2023. Installation of the Aluprof windows and doors on site is anticipated to begin in July 2022.

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The volumetric form resembles stepped boxes paired with geometric windows, expressing a rational beauty. The façade design plays with shades of pinks and silver which, from a distance, creates a luminous effect that animates one approach.

ARCHITECTURE WITH STEPPED TERRACES

CLOU has carved the 10,000 sq m massing into a sculptural form, with stepped terraces for a proposal that shifts character from different viewpoints.

BUSINESS PARK

Qingdao Vanke Business Park, located in Chengyang District, has been developed by Vanke as a hub for innovative businesses. The park’s latest addition is a colourful, stepped, mixed-use complex designed by CLOU. The site accommodates a bookstore, a small city hall, and retail spaces provide exciting meeting places for cross-cultural communications. The design reflects CLOU’s ongoing exploration of stepped architecture and office and commercial design

Theintegration.designresponds to the predominately small and mediumsized companies and young creative retailers in the office park. Opening what would traditionally be a closed building, the firm created exciting paths of exploration and vibrant social spaces.

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The human-scale terraces become an extension of the office areas. Varying semi-private spaces are curated into a series of vertical landscapes, providing the flexibility to host creative outdoor events.

PAGE 15 - ARCHETECH Technical sheet Project Name: Vanke Qingdao Business Park Program: commercial, office Location: Qingdao, China Area: 10,000 sqm Status: Completion in 2020 Architecture Design: CLOU architects Design Team: Jan Clostermann, Wenhui Lu, Tait Kaplan, Tiago Tavares, Xiaomeng Su, Dongfang Xie, Yaxi Wang LDI: Beijing Architectural Design Institute of China Construction FaçadeCorporationConsultant: Huaming Design Group Photography: Wu Qingshan For more informationwww.clouarchitects.com ARCHITECTS CASE STUDY CLOU has carved the 10,000 sq m massing into a sculptural form, with stepped terraces for a proposal that shifts character from different“viewpoints.

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Switchable glass and complete privacy are ours to command at the touch of a button, as Susan Sinden, Commercial Manager of leading glass processor ESG Group Ltd, explains. One of the most striking glass processing innovations of recent years has been the advent of switchable privacy glass. Laminated glass products such as ESG Switchable™ are created using a technical interlayer through which an electric current can be passed. When the current is switched off, the glass will form an opaque panel, but when the current is switched on, the glass becomes transparent, letting in light and creating a clear view. This can be used anywhere that the current can be applied, in doors, windows, atriums, partitions or balcony panels, with equal success.

One of the most recent uses of secure switchable glass is in self-contained battery-powered front door panels, which do not require a mains power supply. Panels such as ESG’s Secure Vue™ are a great option to replace outmoded spy holes. Allowing clear, unobstructed observation of a caller when switched off, they also provide complete privacy when turned on. This is also beneficial in medical and high security settings, where it allows observation without intervention in sensitive and confidential situations. Undoubtedly, the advances in design and functionality in switchable glass have resulted in there being far more glazing choices to make than simply the size of your windows.

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According to GEZA, the project implies designing the SPACE (Architecture) within its ENVIRONMENT (light and landscape) through the seasons of TIME. Their architecture strives for new meanings, while creating new identities, and is designed based on a unique point of view and sensibility in regards to the context, the materiality of the details, and the human-centered solutions, always towards a poetic dimension.

RETHINKING18 THE INDUSTRIAL ARCHITECTURE

Founded in 1999, GEZA Architettura is the multi-disciplinary architecture studio of Stefano Gri and Piero Zucchi, whose projects have been internationally recognized with awards for their exquisite design solutions and strategic thinking. Synthesis of Ideas, Beauty, and Functionality

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THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ARCHITECTURE AND NATURE

The industrial architecture project is a great opportunity to rethink the connection of architecture-nature, bringing the individual back into focus. GEZA’s projects merge aspects of engineering and economics in researching formal abstraction while combining different logics. The landscape and its features define the project choices, celebrating the elegance of timeless architecture and the sustainability of the internal workspaces.

GEZA rethinks the workspaces, taking advantage of all the variables and constraints - productive flow, working dynamics, efficiency goals, location features - and creating new environments where the landscape and the individual’s well-being are at the core of the project.

A SUSTAINABLE APPROACH WITH HUMAN BEING AND LANDSCAPE AT ITS CORE

The industrial architecture project is a great opportunity to rethink the connection of architecture-nature, bringing the individual back into focus. “

The studio simultaneously deals with the production processes and the relationships between artifice and nature, foreground and background, working environments, and outdoor spaces. Each project is designed to become one with the landscape, reinforcing its presence within its surroundings.

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Architecture must balance different reading scales, from the overview to the most minute details. GEZA bases its projects on this approach, changing perspective from the outside to the inside, switching zoom lenses from the big scale to the singular element in order to guarantee the quality of their work. In this way, the architecture doubles its function to bring new identities to both the territory and the human beings’ everyday life.

ZOOM LENS – SHAPE AND MATTER

READING THE TERRITORY AND THE INTERNAL SPACE

MONOCHROMIC AND MATERIALITY

Monochromic, pure colours and materials allow for exploration of different surfaces, depths, thoughts, gradients, tactile sensations, and light interactions. Black and white are harsh, neutral colours, yet they merge harmoniously with the natural elements. They are, in fact, a means to highlight two things: the landscape, green hues painted, and the human being, made of dynamic colours himself that blur into nature when in action.

RIGOROUS ESSENTIALITY OF FORMS

Industrial architecture is physically very impactful in regard to the territory and the landscape - as are infrastructures - and thus must be responsibly designed to merge with the environment in a gentle and timeless manner. The definition of simple acts guarantees a measurable relationship with the territory: horizontal and vertical, repetition and rhythm, light and shadow, straight and curved lines, coloured and neutral marks, black and white.

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GEZA personalizes the concept of sustainability (intended as conceptual, almost poetic), a current theme that goes beyond environmental best practices. In relation to the pandemic, individuals have discovered themselves in a new condition, juggling between health (physical and mental), smart work, and the company’s needs. In these circumstances, people’s well-being has inevitably become the number-one priority, even in industrial architecture projects: the studio designs humancentered workspaces, featuring flexible layouts, green areas (indoor and outdoor), optimal natural lighting conditions, and cozy Forenvironments.GEZA,sustainability relates to quality of life, particularly within working environments where people spend most of their days, sustaining, indeed, their labour. Sustainability is beauty, as it’s undeniable that a pleasant environment sets the parameters for best performances: design, light, space, nature, and meeting areas all contribute to the overall mental and physical well-being of the employees.

HUMAN-CENTERED DESIGN AND SUSTAINABILITY

Great architecture is the result of a complex process that merges different logic, the client’s needs, a variety of professionals and skills, constraints, timing, issues, and design. It requires continuous and rigorous control. The architect - the only one to hold a clear overview of the final outcome - plays a pivotal role in coordinating the professionals, the details, and the compliances at different levels, from day one right through to the end. Accordingly, GEZA Architettura’s projects are the synthesis of ideas, beauty, and functionality. www.geza.it/en/ Fernando Guerra

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

Previously a 1980s business park the triangular site in Islington, between Angel and Old Street stations, is being transformed into a vibrant, new, low-energy residential community known as 250 City Road. The proposals include two towers of 42 and 36 floors, with the buildings then stepping down on the south side of the site, respectful of the smaller scale of existing neighbouring residential blocks. There will be 930 apartments in total, with a green park at the heart of the scheme, along with ground level shops and cafes. Balconies of course feature throughout and an interesting look involves the concrete cantilever balconies, where the slab at the heel is 250mm thick, but then thinning and sloping up towards the tip of the balcony. There are a number of inner corner balconies incorporated as well. Inevitably thermal bridging at these various connectivity points is a risk and the design detailing required a structural thermal break with total reliability and unquestionable performance.

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The choice was the Schöck Isokorb T type K for concrete-toconcrete, which is probably the best-selling European thermal break solution for this type of application. It is manufactured using stainless steel and HTE (High Thermal Efficiency) modules with steel fibre reinforced UHPC (Ultra High Performance Concrete). This guarantees the highest quality thermal separation of balconies and floor slabs, due to its low thermal conductivity and integral load bearing capacity. The need to minimise thermal bridging cannot be overstated with any project, but 250 City Road is designed as a high-density, low-energy residential community. So quite apart from local heat loss, which results in more energy being required to maintain the internal temperature of the building, low internal surface temperatures in the area of the thermal bridge can cause serious condensation. This in turn can lead not only to structural integrity problems with absorbent materials, such as insulation products or plasterboard, but the occurrence of mould growth, which can have serious implications for the occupants in the form of respiratory problems. By incorporating the Schöck Isokorb the thermal outflow is dramatically reduced, there are immediate energy savings and higher internal surface temperatures minimise the risk of condensation.

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AB design studio is thrilled to announce that its Quarry House project, completed in partnership with House of Honey, has been selected as the 2022 Architizer A+Awards Popular Choice Winner in the Private House (M 2000-4000 sq ft) category.

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The Architizer A+Awards is the largest awards program focused on promoting and celebrating the year’s best architecture. Its mission is to nurture the appreciation of meaningful design in the world and champion its potential for a positive impact on everyday life. Architizer shared the world’s best architecture with a global audience of 400+ million.

Architizer’s core mission is to empower Architects by connecting designers with building-product manufacturers, and via their inspiring content, awards programs, competitions, and global reach spotlighting the world’s best architecture. Architizer connects architects with the tools they need to build better buildings, better cities, and a better world.

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Receiving an Architizer A+ Popular Choice award is an unparalleled honor, and winners were selected by the online voting public after a 2-week campaign garnering thousands of votes. With entries from over 80 countries, the award recognizes and validates the studio’s work as representative of the best architecture worldwide.

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The retreat-like dwelling features expertly detailed, well-appointed interiors, including bright rooms with birch-veneered ceilings, custom cabinetry and woodwork, and hand-selected furniture. Large segmented windows offer 360-degree views of the surrounding oak forest. The architects added a stepped pathway and serene garden courtyard to connect the home to a new pool and guesthouse.

Located in Montecito, CA, Quarry House is set in a rock quarry between the Santa Barbara foothills and Santa Ynez mountain range. Grand boulders surround this single-story residence with enhanced wrap-around wood deck. A long hallway links both sides of the home, from remodeled kitchen and living spaces, to a new and voluminous master suite addition. Honey House reflects the artistic and Zen qualities of the area’s past—a place once inhabited by a collective of bohemian poets, writers, and artists—by maintaining original elements and reusing stones found onsite. Preserving its local heritage, the home also shares the same quarry stone as the nearby 1956-built Buddhist complex, designed by famed Santa Barbara architect Lutah Maria Riggs.

Technical sheet Lot Size: 43,585 sf Project Size: 2,435 sf Construction Cost: $3 Million Location: Santa Barbara, Ca Principal: Josh Blumer, Aia Project Manager: Glen Deisler, Aia Design Team: Clay Aurell, Aia | Robert Pester | Joel Herrera | Amy GeneralTripp Contractor: J Weir Masterworks | Jed Hirsch General Building Contractor Mep: Mechanical Engineering Consultants Interior Designer: House Of Honey Landscape Architect: Progressive Environmental Industries Structural Engineer: Darkmoon Building Design And Engineering Photo credit: Jason Rick www.abdesignstudioinc.com ARCHITECTS CASE STUDY The Architizer A+Awards is the largest awards program focused on promoting and celebrating the year’s best architecture. “

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Norcros Rock-Tite Exterior Porcelain & Stone System was developed specifically to appeal to landscapers and garden designers, who are looking for an easy-to-use system for installing the increasingly popular 20mm porcelain tiles externally for patios and terraces. One of the latest recommendations from a landscaper indicates that the product is certainly making life easier. Landscaper, Brett Corcoran of TC Fencing & Landscaping, has recently used the product on a patio job in Staffordshire and was full of praise once the project was completed: “After using the Rock-Tite range of products throughout a recent project completed I can strongly recommend it,” he said. This project was an ideal candidate for Norcros Rock-Tite. The home owner wanted to extend their living space into the garden with the installation of porcelain tiles to form a new outdoor leisure area, making the transition from internal to external space as seamless as possible. The end-result is highly attractive and definitely a very worthwhile improvement to the property. The tiles on this project are Johnson Tiles, 20mm porcelain, 600 x 600, from their Boundary collection in colour Dune. Laying the tiles was made much easier than it would otherwise have been without the assistance of Norcros Rock-Tite. www.norcros-adhesives.com ROCK-TITE IS A HIT WITH GARDEN DESIGNERS!

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Through an architectural approach anchored in sustainability, the architects chose to design an imposing building with futuristic style on 7 levels in the form of rings of 68 diameter meters. With a double skin holding both thermal and aesthetic functions, the new Orange Côte d’Ivoire headquarters is innovative in its shape, suggestive of a golf ball, a subtle reminder of Abidjan’s renowned Riviera golf course. In a form of a natural extension of the neighboring vegetal axis, the building stands tall by the lagoon in an architecture that aims to materialize the group’s dynamics and overall offer, all the while enhancing and highlighting the local know-how. Going beyond the concept of the classic workplace, the challenge for Koffi & Diabaté was to create a building designed as a place of exchange and creativity, reflecting the DNA of the group.

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From level 4, each floor is equipped with outdoor spaces that allow employees to enjoy the majestic surrounding panorama all the while working or relaxing in the open air. The top floor of the headquarters, with a breathtaking view of the lagoon shore, houses the offices of the top management. The quality of the concrete walls led the architects to directly expose the rough-cast concrete structure. The use of concrete in its materiality brings a minimalist touch highlighting the duality of the building’s language, a subtle discourse between authenticity and hyper-connectivity.

the new Orange Côte d’Ivoire headquarters is innovative in its shape, suggestive of a golf ball, a subtle reminder of Abidjan’s renowned Riviera golf course. “ A strong environmental ambition. The approach of this project is part of a strong energetic and environmental strategy aimed at reducing energy consumption. The concern for the durability of the structures is reflected in the nature of the chosen materials for the most exposed structures on the façade. A sophisticated 40,000m² double skin, consisting of 4,000 pieces, provides passive protection from direct sunlight and limits the amount of heat coming in from outside.

Urban strategy and territory integration. Orange Village seeks, through the design approach, to highlight the urban landscape of Abidjan, becoming a reference building that structures, organizes, and sheds light on the Riviera Golf neighborhood’s urban master plan park. With its variable and tiered levels designed with respect to local urban planning regulations, the three-story building on the main entrance gradually rises to reach a five-story level on the lagoon side. The added extensive greenery on the roofs and fences also contributes to the building’s integration with its immediate surroundings.

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Indeed, the ambition of this project was to assert the leadership position of Orange through an innovative and timeless building, one that would translate the group’s presence and reach in West Africa. From the entrance, the atrium opens to the central garden, which serves as an immediate landmark for visitors and provides natural light to the entire building. The garden level hosts the conference center, shared meeting and training rooms, the restaurant, and the gym. On the upper floors, workspaces are divided between individual offices, small meeting rooms, and large co-working spaces (with private areas specifically designed for small group meetings or individual cubicles).

Architects: Koffi & Diabaté Architectes Area : 18181 m² Year : Photographs2022 :François Xavier-Gbré www.francoisxaviergbre.com Manufacturers : Fiandre, Cotto d’Este, Ecophon, MALERBA, Placo, Saint Gobain Gyproc Lead Architects : Guillaume Koffi, Issa Diabate www.koffi-diabate.com

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Bath Fitter was started by three imaginative and industrious brothers more than 38 years ago and the company has been disrupting the bathroom renovation market since then, with more than 2 million baths installed all over the USA, Canada and Ireland.

Our bath-over-bath process means work is completed in as little as one day. Not only that, our innovative process means no demolition mess, which allows customers to have their space back up and operational in as little as one day.

Michael Prendergast, Vice President of European Sales explains, “Our first installer was hired almost immediately, followed soon after by the first B2B order. It’s been a great start and a real team effort. We’re excited to bring Bath Fitter’s innovative and costeffective renovation solutions to Europe. The ability to transform a bathroom in a single day gives Bath Fitter advantages over existing technologies and provides our clients with professional and hasslefree renovation and new construction options with many years of Bathservice.”Fitter manages every step of the transformation process, from planning to manufacturing to installation. Customized solutions for every business need include endless design and budget options. Bath Fitter has already hired several talented and skilled individuals for installation, sales, and marketing positions at its location in Limerick and the UK, as we focus on winning and serving new clients in Europe.

While bath-over-bath is our specialty, Bath Fitter also offers showers, bath-to-shower conversions, and seamless, one-piece Ourwalls.baths and showers are made of high quality, non-porous acrylic that is durable, as well as easy to clean and maintain. We developed and perfected our acrylic material and manufacture it at our state-of-the-art plants in Tennessee, USA and in Quebec, Canada, which is why we confidently offer a strong 10-year product trained consultants take precise measurements of our customer’s existing bath before we produce a custommade bath, or shower, that is carefully fitted during a watertight installation process. Our one-piece vertically seamless walls mean no grout, which, in turn, means easy cleaning and maintenance.

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Bath Fitter manages every step of the transformation process, from planning to manufacturing to installation. “ For more information, contact us: Free Phone: 0808 258 1000 Office: 020 452 52255 www.bathfitter.co.uk

Since establishing itself in Limerick, Ireland in 2020, Bath Fitter has been successfully transforming baths in hotels, hospitals, nursing homes, council housing, schools, and modular spaces.

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For more information and distributor details please visit www.lacornue.com or contact us at a.table@la-cornue.com. Find more kitchen inspiration on Instagram @lacornueofficial.

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The largest producer of natural stone in Northern Europe, Lundhs extracts rough blocks of high quality stones from its own quarries in Norway and exports the materials to stone factories around the world.

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An increasingly popular choice for both residential and hospitality spaces, outdoor kitchens are a striking design feature. A 100% natural stone, Lundhs Real Stone is one of the most durable and resilient materials in the world and is the ideal choice for an outdoor kitchen worktop thanks to its many practical and aesthetic qualities. From UV resistance meaning that the colour will not fade over time, to thermal shock resistance guaranteeing it will not expand when the temperature drops, Lundhs Real Stone surfaces are exceptionally well equipped to endure all weather Madeconditions.from Larvikite, one of the most unique and strongest materials in the world, Lundhs Real Stone was crafted by nature 300 million years ago. Due to the stone’s natural properties and low porosity, the 100% natural stone will withstand even the harshest of climates. Not only does it not absorb water, but it is also resistant to stains, is easy to maintain and is able to deal with harsh temperature changes. Thanks to these practical and aesthetic qualities, Lundhs Real Stone is the perfect fit as a worktop for outdoor kitchens. Sourced from the quarries of Norway, Lundhs Real Stone surfaces are brought to you directly from nature’s landscape, delivering the most natural stone worktops you can find.

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Grundig and Beko products have proved to be the ideal solution for a number of prestigious new build developers across the UK, transforming kitchens and offering home owners and residents reliable, stylish products with innovative features designed to save them time and money. Sustainability is a core focus for Beko plc, and the company are proud to be setting the standard within the industry for continuous product development, responsible manufacturing methods and ambitious future environmental targets. These attributes and vision have proved popular with developers looking to further their own sustainability credentials as we work together to build a more sustainable future.

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With a selection of leading brands offering a vast range of technology-rich, freestanding and integrated appliances, Beko plc Appliance Partners have a solution for every project budget to complement your design and delight customers with their dream Bekokitchen.plc

The company has been recognised by multiple awarding bodies for their achievements in research, technology and sustainability, with their wide range of appliances being awarded over 40 Which? Best Buys across their brands.

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Appliance Partners is the contract supply division of the UK’s leading home appliance provider, offering tailored solutions specifically for the residential property sector from their Grundig and Beko ranges. The company offer a portfolio of cooking, refrigeration, laundry and dishwashing solutions from both brands, holding stock specifically to support contract fulfilment in their world-class storage facility in the UK. Beko plc Appliance Partners provide a flexible end-to-end service tailored to a project’s unique requirements. Knowledgeable Specification Managers can advise on the most suitable products for each kitchen design, taking into consideration specific budget, timescale and build considerations. Their partners receive a nominated support team dedicated to providing exceptional service every step of the way, with a nationwide network of expert service engineers offering ongoing peace of mind.

The company is best known for its Beko range of home appliances, the UK’s number 1 best-selling large home appliance brand, with products supplied to 1 in 4 homes in the UK*. Beko plc Appliance Partners are also able to offer an impressive selection of appliances from their premium Grundig range, where sleek and innovative German engineering is combined with strong aesthetic styling to deliver technology-rich and energy efficient solutions.

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In addition to being a trusted name for heated mirror pads, demista also offers electric underfloor heating solutions to offer clients a complete solution in bathroom design.

In 1992 demista revolutionized the bathroom mirror market by introducing a heated mirror pad which adhered to the back of the mirror to prevent condensation from forming on the glass. The inconvenience and frustration of these foggy mirrors was eliminated forever, giving you a clearly perfect steam free mirror without the need for time consuming wiping or costly cleaning products.

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“Many of our customers want the gleaming metallic look that anodising provides, but without the frustrations they experience with anodic coatings, “explained Richard Besant. “We set out to develop a finish that celebrates the beauty of metal with a layered iridescent effect. The result was Satellite” Amron

Satellite finishes conform to BS EN 12206-1 standards and Qualicoat specifications. With excellent durability and colour stability they are suitable for internal and external applications. In November 2022 Powdertech will be expanding the range to offer rich shades that include red, orange and dark gold.

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‘Satellite’ is the latest range of unique finishes from innovative powder coater Powdertech (Corby) Ltd and is made exclusively for the company to its own visual and technical Satelliterequirements.finishes have a distinctive iridescent gleam with layered metallic and pearlescent effects and a depth of colour unrivalled in a one-coat application. The name ‘Satellite’ occurred to Powdertech as soon as the team saw the initial samples. The mid-sheen finish with vibrant flashes of light set in a rich colour is intense, “Like a million satellites in the sky,” said Richard Besant, Powdertech Director.

Achieving colours with depth and lustre was the key objective.

Architectural, the metal mesh specialist, is particularly pleased with the effect that Satellite finishes have on its profiled sheet and metal mesh where the undulating surface is enhanced as light bounces off the glittering finish.

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Crafted by experts in steel fenestration and building conservation. Regularly specified by architects and conservation officers, our windows are the ideal solution for your project. Our approach is to work with you and other professionals to produce window designs that are visually stunning and offer high technical performance, whilst respecting important heritage and planning objectives.

GEZE UK has revised and updated its popular and informative RIBA-approved CPD Safeguarding Pedestrians from Accidents at Power Operated Doorsets. The 40-minute seminar looks at the European standard EN 16005 in detail and explains the responsibilities of all involved to ensure safety and compliance at all stages of construction. It explains everything from activation distances for escape routes and non-escape routes; the danger points of automatic sliding, swing and revolving doors and how safety features such as finger guards and protection leaves can be used to reduce the risk of injury; and looks at revolving doors which are potentially the most dangerous and which received the most significant changes. For more information about GEZE UK’s comprehensive range of automatic and manual door closers call 01543 443000 or visit www.geze.co.uk. PEDESTRIAN SAFETY

Since it was introduced in 2013 the European safety standard EN 16005 remains a key standard to be followed to ensure pedestrian safety at automatic doors. Considered to be a more onerous standard it defines the responsibilities of all those in the construction industry from manufacturer to end user and including architects and contractors.

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Touch Ironmongery’s owner and founder, Bill Benham, has 42 years’ experience in the Ironmongery trade, as does his colleague Jim Haselup. Saleem Qureshi is the newest member of our team and has 21 years’ experience, meaning their knowledge is unrivalled in this Theindustry.range of products supplied by Touch date from circa 1640 French (Louise XIV) and cover all subsequent periods (Georgian, Edwardian & Victorian), Art Deco and contemporary pieces also make up the product ranges.

Touch Ironmongery have recently become suppliers for Designer Doorware (Australia) Who have beautiful products with a cutting edge design Metal, Wood and concrete. We also have the exclusive rights to sell the Olaria (Barcelona) range in the UK.

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

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

Touch occupy their recently refurbished showroom at 210 Fulham Road, Chelsea, where they stock and display a vast range of their 5,000 products. With a customer base including Architects, Interior Designers, Builders and private Individuals who are interested in the quality end of the Ironmongery market, the company also have a healthy export market to all corners of the world, namely the Middle East, Europe and the Americas.

Withquality.trends continuously evolving new and innovative products are constantly under development.

Originally called “A Touch of Brass”, TOUCH changed their name in 2003 in reaction to advancing market changes in architectural Ironmongery to reflect the broader range of products and finishes that they Insell.fact today Touch supply 20 different finishes including Brass, Satin Brass, Polished Chrome, Polished Nickel, Satin Nickel, Copper, BMA, Antique Brass, Black, Pewter, Ceramic, leather, Stainless Steel, Satin Stainless Steel, Gun Metal & 4 different shades of Bronze and the list keeps growing. Whatever finish you require, Touch can help you get the right look.

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Touch combine traditional skills with modern manufacturing techniques to produce the most beautiful, quality fittings, built to stand the test of time. As well as specialist bespoke items, Touch supply over 1000 products, available in 23 different finishes to furnish high end residential and commercial properties, royal palaces, government houses, historic castles and stately homes. Olaria, available from Touch Ironmongery &www.atouchofbrass.co.ukwww.olariabarcelona.com

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Extendable workbenches. Counter flaps. Collapsible shelves. Folding tables and chairs. Adjustable wall-mounted TV and speaker stands. What’s the one component you can find in them all? Folding brackets. Pick a setting - commercial, industrial, domestic, not to mention furniture man ufacture - and you will find a use for fold ing brackets. Combining the motion of a hinge system with support for horizontal loads, folding brackets add flexibility in how you utilise space. Across furniture and wall-mounted storage, they give you extra options to save space, improve access or add Theycapacity.areone of the great multi-purpose components. Which is why at Sugatsune we have gone to great lengths to extend our folding bracket range so we can offer solutions for every need and for every sit Letuation.the story unfold. One became three For us, it all started with the EB303, our original flagship folding bracket. A stain less steel hinged bracket with automatic position lock and a press release lever, the EB303 was designed as a heavy duty op tion capable (in pairs) of holding loads up to 150kg. That made it the most robust folding bracket available on the market, ideal for heavyweight counters or pop-up shelves in any setting that you need to bear heavy loads. In more recent years, we have extended the options available with two variations on the original EB303 design. The short er EB200 has a lower load capacity but is suitable for shallower shelves in more compact spaces. The ultra heavy duty EB317, meanwhile, is a longer bracket that can bear loads of up to 200kg, answering demand for extra strength in industrial set tings in particular.

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As well as adding to the range to accom modate different depths of unit and differ ent load capacities, we’ve also pushed back the boundaries of folding bracket design with innovative solutions to solve a range of issues. Take this one, for example. Apart from the smallest, lightest loads, folding brackets are usually deployed in pairs. To fold a shelf or counter flap or table extension or what ever the bracket might be supporting, you have to press the lever on both brackets individually to unlock the hinge.

For this reason, the EBD soft close damper has become one of the most popular ac cessories we sell for our folding brackets. Like the EB-90, it’s an add-on you install between the brackets. When the lock le vers are released, the EBD controls the downwards motion of the shelf or flap in a smooth, safe manner using our patented LAPCON damper technology.

We also offer the EB-DA, a complete hinged bracket with a soft close mecha nism incorporated. This avoids the need to install an extra damper. But because of design limitations, it uses a different kind of damper mechanism, namely a gas piston which audibly releases air when activated and may therefore not be suitable for all Finally,situations.we also have the EB-F, an inno vation in folding brackets that locks in four different ‘up’ positions - at 90 degrees as standard, but also at 60, 70 and 80 de grees. This concept was developed for wall displays, for example for books, magazines or comics. Not only does it give the flexibil ity to adjust the angle for optimum visibility, like all of our other EB brackets, it means the display shelf can be folded down out of the way when not in use.

why, traditionally, installation instruc tions for lever release brackets have set limits on how wide apart they can go. To get round this and allow folding brackets to be installed further apart on wider units,

we developed the EB-90 - an interlock le ver that connects two brackets. Adding an EB-90 to a pair of EB brackets means the lock on both can be released by pressing the lever on just one.

Why Sugatsune Folding Brackets Have a Longer Shelf Life Than Most

As well as size and load variations, we also now sell all three folding bracket types in matt black as well as polished stainless steel finishes. Perfect for domestic and commercial interiors, you know what they say about black - it goes with anything. Because we know that great functionality doesn’t have to be at the expense of great looks.

The risks of releasing a bracket holding up a heavy counter flap or shelving unit are not just restricted to wide installations. Even when you can reach both levers, it’s easy to be caught unawares by the speed at which a heavy shelf would fall. That rais es the risk of injury and the risk of damage.

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Alongside our popular Jedo Range of door handles we launched our luxury Burlington range in 2019. Made from solid brass with attention to design details, Burlington occupies the space between ‘off the shelf’ items and fully bespoke products. With this semi bespoke model, we can offer 325 unique combinations ready to ship for next day delivery. The ability to choose your roses, backplates, matching cabinetry and accessories, even mixing up finishes means this range can produce a variety of different results depending on your preference. After the success of our Burlington range, we recently launched a second phase. We have listened to customer feedback and expanded our offerings to cover even more of the market.

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In addition to this, Frelan Hardware offers a fully bespoke service. We have supplied bespoke products to exact specifications on such projects as the Queen Elizabeth 2, Adare Manor, Amazon Office Dublin and Battersea Power Station. Work with us to create something completely unique to your project. Witness your designs come to life from 3d drawings into samples and the finished product. As the market evolves, so do we. Our aim is to continuously provide on trend, high quality, and longlasting products. Please visit our website to browse all our offerings or check our social media for inspiration for your next project. www.frelan.co.uk LOOKING FORWARD OF MARKETS THE

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Starting out in a small shop in Ewell in Surrey we have grown to become one of the largest suppliers of products to the industry in this time and have over the years developed a vast range of products in a range of styles and finishes suitable for both domestic and commercial projects within any budget. We take pride in our service, quality and product versatility offering items manufactured from solid brass, stainless steel, malleable iron, zinc, and aluminium giving our customers a variety of choice for their requirements. We have over four thousand products within our ranges, which includes door handles, hinges, locks, cabinet and window furniture and ancillary items, with a range of products tested to UKCA and CE or Certifre standards.

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WILLIAMS BUILDING

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The building consists of four parts: an underground parking garage and loading dock; a merchandising center for prototype retail spaces; integrated design studios for multiple product categories; and a 12-story tower with shared amenities for all of campus. Integral to the design is the concept of flow -- a fluid state design strategy that is both efficient and enlightened. Flow facilitates unexpected connections and possibilities, both among designers and between disparate parts of the business. We created a variety of scales of gathering spaces to foster identity and connectivity, both indoor and outdoor. The building is organized around a principle that all designers for each brand within the business occupy a single level, while the services stack vertically between levels. In a first for Nike, products can move from sketch to prototype to final design to retail fixture all under one roof.

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In its former life, the building site contained a parking lot and an access road to an adjacent building, all next to a beautiful wetland that the campus had turned away from. For us, regenerative design involves working with nature as an active partner towards both respectful site design and intelligent construction with responsible systems and materials. To better connect to the natural landscape, we buried the existing access road along with all packing and loading to minimize the visual presence of cars and trucks. In terms of massing, each of the building’s distinct bars, or wings, cascade to the south and feature inhabitable, interlacing green roof terraces that overlook the wetland. A 260 kW photovoltaic array screens rooftop mechanical units from view. Stormwater is collected and returned to the wetland.

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The negative spaces created by the branching bars are treated with the same sensitivity as the interior spaces themselves. “

The negative spaces created by the branching bars are treated with the same sensitivity as the interior spaces themselves. Courtyards, gardens, plazas, and a sunken tennis court break down the scale of the building and provide informal outdoor spaces for work, recreation, and relaxation. Natural light floods the workspaces along each bar from glazing on two sides and skylights above communicating stairs. Exposed concrete on the interior provides a raw, open palette in the design studios and expresses the building’s structure in key moments. Energy efficient mechanical systems include displacement ventilation and radiant sails. When building design reaches the scale of urban design, sustainability is non-negotiable. www.stillmirrors.comwww.bittermannphotography.comwww.skylabarchitecture.com

Saniflo UK – a leading designer and manufacturer of macerators, pumps and lifting stations – is known for being able to supply drainage solutions for unusual places, such as basement and attic conversions in older buildings, commercial venues with limited waste discharge options and a whole range of other applications.

Designed, manufactured and tested in accordance with EN12566-3 for plants below 50PE, EN12255 for plants above 50PE and the British Water Code of Practice for Flows and Loads, the Rewatec SAF is capable of meeting strict effluent standards that exceed UK environmental discharge requirements, for a range of on-site applications that don’t have access to the main sewage network.

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Recently, Saniflo provided a number of Sanibest Pro macerators and a Sanifos 280 lifting station to Hampshire- based MDL Marinas – a multi-service leisure business running marinas, boatyards and holiday centres in the South of England – for its new marine lodges overlooking the stunning Badnam Creek on the River Hamble.

For more information and technical details, please visit www.saniflo.co.uk

Premier Tech Water and Environment has enhanced their range of Rewatec SAF sewage treatment plants to combine energy efficiency with an exceptionally high wastewater treatment Asperformance.partofthe redesign, the Rewatec SAF now features an internal baffle in the primary chamber to assist with the removal of solids and organics, and to prevent potential blockages downstream. A new pipe arrangement to optimise the level of oxygen induced into the biozone chamber, also improves the operational efficiency of wastewater treatment. Other unique attributes such a simpler manifold design and a new manifold extension kit increase the overall reliability of the plant, whilst also making it easier to install, commission, service and Allmaintain.Rewatec SAF plants are supplied with a robust kiosk to house the electronic and mechanical componentry required to operate the system. Innovative features such as temperature and pressure alarms and air filter monitoring are included as standard, with options such as acoustic lining and GSM and/ or BMS communication for remote plant monitoring, available upon request.

A variable speed three phase blower to increase efficiency, reduce energy usage, reduce costs and lower the overall carbon footprint, can be installed within the kiosk on all plants above 100 PE. An optional probe can also be supplied to regulate the air supply in the biozone chamber, again maximising energy efficiency whilst reducing cost for the end user.

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The challenge for pontoon supplier, Intermarine and lodge manufacturer, Trojan Timber, was to work out the most efficient waste discharge from the bathrooms and kitchens with least possible disruption to customers and marina staff. Pumps were always going to be needed in the lodges themselves, but collection and storage was the biggest stumbling block and ideas such as manual collection with a waste trolley or a separate floating tank were considered but rejected.

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EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX IN NUR-SULTAN

The Educational Complex in Nur-Sultan is a comfortable setting for children and teachers, the purpose of which is not only educational, but also inspirational. The projected buildings of the educational school and kindergarten create a unique environment for education and upbringing through the development of moral and spiritual values, based on the synthesis of Kazakh and world culture and art. The use of natural materials emphasizes the ecological orientation of the formed environment, and individual solutions make it possible to render the designed objects unique. The project is based on a combination of the relief of the site, the wishes of the client, technical specifications, and the surrounding buildings. The school and preschool educational institution building was designed as a single compound, volume clad with metal perforated panels as a reinterpretation of local patterns.

ARCHITECTS CASE STUDY

students:

Alimov Petr, Galutkina Anastasia, Sizyuk Andrey, Azarenkov Vasily, Khorev Roman, Ivanchenko Julia, Ranneva Yulia, Zvereva Ekaterina, Komissarov Alexander, Zurina Natalia, Metelskaya Anastasia, Haykaz Papertyan, Sokolskikh Tatyana,Tretyakova Anastasia, Makarova Svetlana, Pilyugaev Ilya, Naumov Matvey, Zykova Margarita, Kotlova Ekaterina, Silantyeva Alisa, Ivanov Alexander, Khakimulin Adel, Khripkov Ivan, Dietrich Alexander www. atriumarchitecture.com ARCHITECTS CASE STUDY

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The building sits in the southwestern part of the site, creating a barrier to prevailing winds in the city of Nur-Sultan. sheet Location: Kazakhstan, Nur-Sultan Project: 2020 Site area: 6,25 Ha Total area: 17 000 m2 Number of 530 team: Butko,

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The building takes a spiral form based on parallelepipeds. The southeast block houses the school’s sports functions, and the west block houses the first floor of the preschool educational institution.

The central core serves as the main “square” of the building. This space serves as a lobby and a forum, as well as a place for recreational activities, and the area allows for the placement of stands for organized exhibitions of student creativity.

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The use of natural materials emphasizes the ecological orientation of the formed environment, and individual solutions make it possible to render the designed objects unique.

The elementary school occupies part of the first two floors, and the rest is is dedicated to the high school.

The prototype of form embraced by the complex is that of Vastu Symbols, a spiral with outgoing rays forming a swastika, with a spacious, protected courtyard at the centre of the building.

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The Sunray Fire Door Survey provides a thorough and detailed report on each door within the remit to define compliance or noncompliance to passive fire protection. Each door is meticulously inspected to understand its potential Fire Integrity and Followingrating.the

Sunray Timber Door Division are leading and accredited Specialist Surveyors for Fire Doors and Passive Fire Door Protection. As one of only a few organisations to hold the full FDIS (Fire Door Inspection Scheme) they are expertly placed to provide Fire Door Surveys to determine compliance to Fire and Building Regulations and as a consequence corrective remedial or replacement advice.

This is setting new standards for passive Fire Door protection as well as providing the assurance of security against physical attack. Within the Commercial and Residential sectors, the increased demand on passive Fire protection and Building security has intensified, with a focus on product manufacturers investing into R&D to provide specifiers with accredited, tested and proven products to meet and exceed measured performance criterias.

For more details call our specialised team to discuss your particular project on 01233 639039 or visit our website at www.sunraytimberdoors.co.uk

The FIRE-SECURE® range features are unique in their own right, however combined into one product they provide the specifier with paramount assurance to withstand the most vulnerable of applications and Passive Fire or Security Door solutions.

More recently Sunray has introduced a revolutionary new product to its range. FIRE-SECURE® is a pioneering product combining Fire and Security Integrity giving two accreditations in one product, FD30 and LPCB SR2.

Without compromise to cost, the testing of the Fire-Secure® range has been the most challenging in order to achieve and exceed the standards outlined using punishing and rigorous testing through renowned UK test facilities.

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The result is a Timber Door which provides aesthetics using a wide range of colour or veneer finishes, vision panels, locking options and critically with the underlying assurance of Fire and Security protection.

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Fire Survey and outside and independently to the Surveyors role, we are able to assess the information from the report on the corrective action required and provide a quote aligned with what is needed in order to obtain conformance. The main objective and focus will be compliance, safety and expert advice on which to act.

Sunray Timber Fire Division manufactures a diverse range of Fire Doors, Screens, Partitions and Fire Breaks as part of the Building Withfabric.ratings from 30 minutes to 2 Hours of Fire Protection, the Sunray Timber Door Division product range is used in a variety of applications including Hotels, Healthcare, Schools and Government and Commercial buildings.

As a brand name of Harrison Thompson & Co. Ltd. who are a registered FIRAS Warringtonfire (a UKAS accredited scheme for fire door and passive fire resisting products installation) company, Yeoman Shield Fire Door Team were able to undertake a conformity survey of the doors in both schools. This consisted of an assessment of the condition of the fire doors, noting remedial work required to improve the doors functionality, replacement of doors where required as well as noting advisory door protection products that could improve the look, condition and extend the life cycle of the doors by solving impact damage problems.

After an itemised quotation for the work had been raised and accepted, Yeoman Shield directly employed fixing operatives carried out the work simultaneously at both school sites simultaneously in accordance to Bellrock’ s programme.

FIRE DOOR SAFETY

West Lothian Council schools, Deans Community High School and Armadale Academy, are maintained by Bellrock Group under a contractual PPP3 project agreement. Taking on this maintenance management for the two school buildings places the Bellrock management team as the Responsible Person when it comes to compliance to fire safety maintenance which incorporates fire rated Withdoors.this in mind, Martin Igoe, Senior FM for Bellrock, engaged with Yeoman Shield Fire Door Services when it came to assessing and protecting the condition of the schools’ fire doors with an impact protection system.

PROTECTION SYSTEM

“Their door protection products are great; not only have Yeoman shield re-certified the old fire doors for conformity, they have also extended the life of the doors by fitting a hard-wearing cladding to each. This makes them more durable for the rigours of school life, they look amazing and are so easy to clean. Further phases of the fire door work have been scheduled for later in the year. For more information on Yeoman Shield’s Fire Door Services and Fire Door Protection products go to www.yeomanhield.com or call 0113 279 5854 MAINTAINED AT LOTHIAN SCHOOLS

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Martin Igoe commented “Having previously used Yeoman Shield on school projects in Aberdeenshire I was more than happy to again collaborate with Yeoman Shield for the Deans Community High School and Armadale Academy.

Remedial work to both frame and fire doors, replacement doors as well as Yeoman Shield Fire Rated Protection products which were Door Protection Panels, Door Edge Protectors and PVCu clad Glazing Beads were fitted by the accredited teams following best practice guidance.

EXTINGUISH THE RISK FIRE RATED DOOR PROTECTION

Other fire door services available including door surveys, inspections, remedial work and product installation under Third-Party accreditation. For more information call 0113 279 5854 or email frdp@yeomanshield.com www.yeomanshield.com

Keep your fire doors in optimum working condition with the help of Yeoman Shield Fire Rated Door Protection Products. Manufactured by Harrison Thompson (a FIRAS company member), these fire rated products provide vital all round defence from impact damage.

This involves early engagement with architects and designers to review their specifications and fire strategies. This service is to help prevent issues and conflicts during the construction stage, with issues around compartmentation and compliance with selected manufacturers details and British standards.

At each gateway, Global provide a mixture of desk top analysis and site visits to ensure that all design and actual build details are compliant, installed correctly and of good workmanship. The Fire Scrutineer records and assesses all aspects of the fire safety of the project to show due diligence and provide evidential, auditable records for the O&M manuals, in line with Regulation 38.

The Fire Scrutineer role concentrates on the three gateways of a construction project: Design, Construction and Pre-Occupation.

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Fire Scrutineer Stage 1 – Design Stage

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The scope is divided into 3 main stages, which are all aligned with the proposed 3 Gateways under the new Building Regulations. The below schedule is set out by Global as a recommended minimum requirement to ensure compliance with Building Regulations. Global offer their services through these stages, giving the client peace of mind that the appropriate steps are in place for full compliance.

Fire Scrutineer Stage 3 – Pre-occupation

During this stage of the Golden Thread, Global are involved in the construction phase of the new build or refurbishment. We complete regular inspections of workmanship to make sure the installations are completed in line with designers/architects details and installed as per manufacturers tested solutions.

The pre-occupation stage involves the review of all commissioning certificates. This is to ensure everything is signed off in time for pre-occupation FRA, along with all documentation required for Regulation 38. This would be handed over to the Responsible Person after the building is complete.

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Fire Scrutineer Stage 2 – Construction

In line with the proposed Independent Construction Assessor (ICA) framework, Global’s Fire Scrutineer role has developed following the Hackitt Working Group Review and subsequently the implementation of the new Building Safety Act. This highlighted the need for specialists, such as fire engineers, fire scrutineers and auditors to complete inspections and provide support throughout the Golden Thread. Global are able to provide specialist knowledge and information on all areas of fire safety with your projects. This role is necessary to provide reassurance and prevent loss of life in the event of a fire once the building is occupied, ensuring our clients, their staff, residents and guests have the best chance of survival if disaster strikes.

Our original British design is trusted in 70 different countries and our products are still crafted by hand in the UK. Each chair undergoes rigorous safety checks, while our nationwide team offers a range of support, from training to evacuation assessments, giving you ultimate peace of mind. For 40 years, Evac+Chairs have been making emergency evacuations safer and simpler – saving countless lives in the process. Contact us today for more information or to book a FREE evacuation assessment

Over the past few years, Premier Loft Ladders has introduced several new loft ladders to its product range. A great example of these are the innovative Klimatec 160 Passivhaus, Isotec and Isotec 200 (pictured) loft ladders. All feature high strength steel ladders and offer superb thermal insulation. Also, they all benefit from fire-resistant hatch boxes (the Isotec offering up to 120 minutes protection). Furthermore, the Klimatec 160 is certified for use in passive buildings. These new products accompany the already well-established fire-rated products on offer from Premier Loft Ladders, including the popular Supreme loft ladder range. This high-strength concertina loft ladder features a carefully engineered counter-balance system, making access to loft space, plant rooms or a flat roof terrace safe and easy. The Supreme Loft Ladder is available with either an F30 wooden hatch box, offering 30 minutes fire-protection, or a steel hatch box rated for 30, 60 and 90 minutes.

Furthermore, Premier Loft Ladders have recently released a new range of BIM models. These make it even easier for architects and designers to specify the perfect fire-rated loft ladder their project.

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Perimeter security has never been more important whether at home or at work. Advanced Perimeter Systems range of perimeter security systems provide solutions for every security challenge. Our solutions are quality assured, proven, reliable, robust and simple to install. You’ll find APS products installed in a whole range of high security locations, not that we can tell you exactly where, for obvious security reasons. Government installations, military bases, prisons, utilities (water, gas, electricity, communications), power plants, ports, airports, manufacturing facilities, warehouses, art galleries, castles, shopping centres, homes and many more... You’ll find our products wherever there’s a need for serious security. Built in the UK and exported around the world you’ll find APS solutions everywhere from palaces to piggeries! Whatever threats, or security challenges you face APS has a solution; from the invisible MICROGUARD barrier, to the very discreet FELXIGUARD, to the ultimate deterrent ELECTRO-FENCE. We have a range of products available for installation to make any premises more secure from industrial, commercial to domestic property. Celebrating our 40th anniversary this year Advanced Perimeter Systems has a reputation as a manufacturer and designer of high quality, high security, perimeter security solutions. Whatever challenges you face securing your property why not give us a call to discuss your needs, and create a solution to keep you secure and give you peace of mind.

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Premier Loft ladders’ growing range of fire rated loft ladders offer the benefits of increased warmth retention and safe access, whilst providing up to 120 minutes of fire protection.

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The roof structure is formed from concrete planks over steel trusses and has an existing felt waterproofing system nearing the end of its life. This is being overlaid with Soudal Foam and 100mm of Xtratherm foil-faced insulation, onto which the 6mm Magply boards are bonded using a polyurethane adhesive. The joints are sealed with Prokol’s special high elongation tape before the MonoSeal top layer is applied. This hydrophobic pure polymer waterproofing has the potential to accommodate 1500% elongation. Magply MOS boards present a fire-safe and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional plywood or OSB products. The different thicknesses of Magply panels are also widely used for flooring and pitched roof installations; as well as being approved by many different manufacturers of render TEL:finishes.01621 | EMAIL: philip@magply.co.uk www.magply.co.uk

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Richard Davis, third generation of the Davis Bros family business that started back in 1948, added: “What originally began as a coach building business has expanded over the years to do building, then shop-fitting and public sector projects. We have also fitted out hundreds of pubs in recent years, adding a number of different skillsets as we go. We’ve now become accredited installers of the Prokol systems, so we can carry out this work to our buildings on behalf of the management committee and will almost certainly undertake more roofing work in the future, so we have control of what is often a crucial part of the construction process. Sanding and priming Magply in our workshop, learning what is the right amount of sand to apply and with the two-part primer taking around an hour to cure. We purchased a thousand of the 6mm Magply sheets from M&J Roofing Services and the work is progressing well.”

is currently underway in Basildon, Essex, on an industrial building known as ‘The Gloucester’s, where a long established local building company Davis Bros is overlaying the old ‘northlight’ roof over its own premises and that of its neighbours with a Prokol specification that includes 6mm Magply.

Prokol UK offers training, project management and other support to clients across the construction industry with systems certified for flooring, tanking, sealing chemical bunds and even encapsulating asbestos sheeting, as well as for flat roofing – where it can provide guarantee periods of 30 or even 50 years.

A senior executive for Prokol UK, Richard Moore, commented: “We used to include OSB3 in our specifications, but because of needing to remove fire risks, we are only recommending Magply A1 noncombustible substrates now. In the training courses we run at our Product & Knowledge Centre in Essex, we are now ‘championing’ Magply to clients and contractors being trained to be approved installers; because of its characteristics, its fire performance and also its flatness. Once bonded down over the insulation it offers a far flatter substrate than OSB, or plywood which means the coverage you achieve is much more predictable, and at the same time eliminates the fire risk We would also encourage the use of 20mm Magply as the decking material for fire safety – effectively creating a non-combustible sandwich above and below the insulation.” SUBSTRATE ON WHICH TO INSTALL LIQUID APPLIED TREATMENTS

A Dutch manufacturer of fireproof flat roof coatings is recommending IPP Limited’s Magply boards as the ideal substrate on which to install its liquid applied treatments: based not only on their fire rating and stability, but also because of the material’s Aflatness.majorinstallation

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“The need to improve on fire classifications has led some companies to uncompromisingly chase the A1 classification of non-combustible paint finishes on metal work. There is no doubt that the development of material technology to prevent any further incidents of fire spread on buildings is a must, but have we reached the limits of what is possible with a powder coating paint finish?”

SETTING STANDARDS

THE A1 OBSESSION

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“According to AkzoNobel, a leading coating supplier, if you are applying a polyester powder coating to a non-combustible metal to Qualicoat certified standards, then it cannot be above 25µm(microns) thick if you are claiming it achieves A1. Qualicoat states that to meet its Class 1 - 2 coating specification the minimum coating thickness should be 60µm and to meet Class 3 is a minimum of 50µm - so reaching A1 is unachievable using their certified coating system.”

EDUCATING THE INDUSTRY

Adek’s Technical Manager, Michael Roberts, explores if there’s a need to chase the A1 fire classification for Polyester Powder.

“For specifiers and powder coaters of architectural aluminium, the recognised European Standard is BS EN 12206. This standard goes hand-in-hand with Qualicoat, the internationally recognised specification for the production of high-quality coatings on aluminium products for architectural applications. These specifications also determine whether your product can be classified as A1.”

“Manufacturers are currently obsessed with achieving A1 status, whilst contractors believe only products achieving such standards are fit for purpose. And this is the problem – a lack of understanding about the difference between the A1 and A2 “A2classifications.productsare not sub-standard and by better understanding the differences between the A1 and A2 ratings, those involved in the construction industries will find they have a greater choice of products, without having to compromise on safety or quality.” www.a-dek.co.uk

TRANSFORMING AN ENCLOSED BUILDING INTO A LIBRARY WITH AND

PUBLIC LIBRARY

Photos: Yuchen Chao Photography

The Pingtung Public Library is an extension and renovation project of an existing cultural center, originally built in 1983 and located in the middle of the Millennium Park of Pingtung City. The main objective of the transformation is to introduce transparency and accessibility to the once hermetic building and its disoriented Atlandscaping.urbanscale, a transparent new lobby is proposed and attached to the western side of the existing building. It turns the architectural axis and approach 90 degree in order to make the library face the city directly. Instead of arriving through a series of formal boulevards and plazas, the new approach guides visitors through the forest and arcades before entering the library. Therefore, the architecture is more attuned to the physical and psychological conditions of contemporary library readers.

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At architectural scale, by transforming the original entrance lobby into a wooden reading room, and its three levels of compact book storage into a bright, multi-functional atrium, the originally fragmented and congested building becomes fluid and identifiable. Two distinct staircases, one spiral and one stair-seating, complete the reader’s circulation path, while providing various seating types and opportunities along the journey. Taking advantage of surrounding park views, an open floor plan, and natural materiality, the library programming and furniture deployments can achieve individuality, flexibility, and a sense of intimacy that are important characteristics of contemporary libraries. The exterior of the original structure is now clad in white aluminum panels and louvers. An arcade extends from the original entrance to function as an in-between space between the reading room and the lawn, which was transformed from the depleted entrance plaza. The new landscape design connects the library seamlessly to its surrounding park, inviting citizens to use this new public space regardless of their purpose. sheet No. 69, Dalian Road, Pingtung

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The expanded glass curtain walls link the interior to the exterior, revealing the activities of the library to the city, and vice versa.

The new lobby consists of a parallelogram plan, and is supported by a continuous V-shaped steel structure. Several “activity Islands” are arranged, including a sunken seating area, a floating mezzanine, and a pair of suspended lanterns. The expanded glass curtain walls link the interior to the exterior, revealing the activities of the library to the city, and vice versa.

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spread the message more effectively than word of mouth from people who actually know our industry,” says Richard.

This is where the STEM Ambassadors scheme has a role to play. Both Richard Catt, CEO of the CFA, and Shaun Wadsworth, Training Manager, have signed up as STEM Ambassadors and are encouraging as many others as possible to get involved, going into schools and colleges and spreading the word about careers in the flooring “Nothingsector.helps

All apprentices are eligible for basic government funding to cover the cost of their college courses and CITB-registered companies can obtain additional grant funding and enhancements.

1. THE PIPELINE A key aim is to increase the number and quality of potential floor layers for companies to employ. Young people will be encouraged to consider a career in floor laying, while at the moment the CFA believes that the flooring industry too often plays second fiddle to other trades.

2. INCREASE DEMAND FROM EMPLOYERS

Full information is available on the STEM Ambassadors website and the CFA offers added value to members with support material and simple presentations that will help get the message across about opportunities in the sector.

4. IDENTIFY NEW INDUSTRY/FINANCIAL SUPPORT

attached. So CFA is looking to encourage flooring contractors to invest in offering opportunities for new entrants, of any age, to enter floorlaying.

3. EXPAND LOCALISED TRAINING PROVISION

The Contract Flooring Association (CFA) is launching a new campaign aimed to tackle a skills and labour shortage currently affecting the flooring sector. The CFA has calculated that there is a labour deficit of 16% currently, which has worsened from 11% before the Brexit,pandemic.Coronavirus, changes to standards, apprenticeships and funding have all contributed to this. Were it not for the work carried out by the CFA, the training bodies and manufacturers, the situation would be a lot worse. The CFA has been very active in this area for a number of years, especially with regarding to training, since in partnership with the National Institute of Carpet & Floorlayers, it runs the Flooring Industry Training Association (FITA) and also publishes an annual and thoroughly comprehensive Training Guide, which is available as a download from the CFA website.

However the CFA is leading its sector with the launch of Future Fitters and calls on contractors to join the campaign, both by taking on new entrants and by becoming STEM ambassadors.

The objective of the campaign is to identify and increase the number of floor fitters (of all ages) entering the UK commercial and domestic floor laying industry. It will do this by providing training and support for individuals to become skilled, competent and qualified Theinstallers.Future Fitters concept is based on four key pillars:

CONTRACT FLOORING ASSOCIATION TACKLES SKILLS & LABOUR SHORTAGE IN FLOORING SECTOR FLOORS

A key issue is that there are insufficient new entrant positions for floor laying roles, with structured training and qualifications

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Another barrier is the limited number of training providers available (particularly for apprentices) across the country. The CFA provides a point of contact for any college or commercial provider considering offering apprenticeship delivery, and will support them with practical advice, signposting and contacts.

The Future Fitters Guide is available as a download from the CFA website. This provides signposting to some of the main resources to help individuals understand the opportunities and benefits of a career in floor laying. It will also help flooring contractors identify and employ the most suitable candidates for their businesses.

The CFA is a leading trade association representing the flooring Industry. If you would like an application pack outlining the benefits of membership, please contact the CFA offices on 0115 941 1126, email info@cfa.org.uk or apply online at www.cfa.org.uk.

The CFA Training Guide includes a section on financial support available for trainees in floor laying, and CFA continues to seek new avenues and funding to help support the training and development of skills and labour. There are many courses offered by CFA manufacturer members which are free of charge, and all CFA members receive a discount of 15% off all training delivered by FITA.

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ARCHETECH - PAGE 66 After exhaustive research, exploration and testing Milliken has now launched a new formula of the already highly successful TractionBack® 2.0 adhesive free installation system which provides a truly sustainable carpet fitting Becausesolution.TractionBack®

Mastic asphalt is most commonly associated with roofing applications but due to its waterproofing properties, durability and versatility, it is being specified for more and more flooring Althoughprojects. mastic asphalt is one of the world’s oldest construction materials, it can sometimes be perceived as a onedimensional waterproofing product only available in a standard black finish. But mastic asphalt is being re-imagined as a highly relevant building material for today.

Mastic Asphalt Council contractor member Bell Asphalt has recently completed a stunning mastic asphalt flooring project at the Royal College of Art’s new £135m campus in Battersea, London, within the Battersea Creative Quarter. The 500m2 project was so impressive that it was shortlisted for the ‘Best Development and Hybrid’ Project at the MAC Awards 2022.

TRULY SUSTAINABLE MODULAR CARPET INSTALLATION HAS ARRIVED FLOORS & FLOORING / SHOW PREVIEW

STUNNING MASTIC ASPHALT FLOORING PROJECT COMPLETED AT ROYAL COLLEGE OF ART’S

Bell Asphalt installed a mastic asphalt flooring system incorporating terrazzo. Decorative stone chippings were incorporated with mastic asphalt and the surface was polished to create the distinctive terrazzo appearance.

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2.0 reduces the raw materials used during installation it is the most sustainable way to install carpet tiles and planks. Importantly, indoor air quality is dramatically improved through the elimination of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) associated with adhesive. As TractionBack® 2.0 is free of VOCs it is a much cleaner, healthier and safer method of modular carpet installation for the installers and the building’s occupants. TractionBack® 2.0 drives down the environmental impact of Milliken’s carbon neutral modular carpet even further, by minimising raw materials and eliminating potentially harmful VOCs. There is also less waste and packaging materials to dispose of at the end of an installation. In addition this clean installation method is ideally suited for recycling or re-use as the tile suffers no adhesive contamination. For further information visit www.millikencarpet.com

The new building was designed by Herzog & de Meuron and the mastic asphalt flooring system was chosen to reflect the college’s creativity, whilst ensuring a highly durable, low maintenance flooring solution.

The Mastic Asphalt Council (MAC) is the trade association for the mastic asphalt industry in the UK. The association has a new CPD presentation entitled ‘Mastic Asphalt: Flooring Solutions’ which can be delivered online or in person. To arrange a CPD presentation, please email info@masticasphaltcouncil.co.uk

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See the “Downloads” section at www.cfa.org.uk and download our leaflet TODAY Tel: 0115 941 1126 www.cfa.org.uk Email: info@cfa.org.uk

Specifying a CFA member for your next flooring project could mean the difference between success — or a flooring failure. Most of the UK’s largest and best known Manufacturers, Distributors, Contractors and Consultants are CFA members — and for good reason.

• CFA members promote high standards, knowledge and expertise CFA members will maximize your investment and minimize costly flooring failures — which is good for your client, good for your reputation and also helps promote future business All members have to pass a vetting process

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New floor laying techniques and insights into working with the latest products will be found at the Demo Zone, run by the Flooring Industry Training Association (FITA) and supported by the Contract Flooring Association (CFA) and National Institute of Carpet & Floorlayers (NICF).

The Campaign for Wool and Wool Carpet Focus Group will be bringing the Wool Trends Centre to life with their theme ‘Why Wool Carpet Matters’. Visitors will be able to explore a maze of 100 hanging wool carpet samples supplied by exhibitors. Along with storyboards and a free magazine, visitors can find out for themselves why wool carpet matters and what our woolchampioning exhibitors have on offer within their latest ranges.

FLOORING SHOW OPENS ITS DOORS THIS MONTH

Convention Centre, King’s Rd, Harrogate, HG1 5LA

DEMO ZONE

The much-anticipated final of the NICF Fitter of the Year 2022 will be taking place in the King’s Suite across the Sunday and Monday. With a cheque for £2000, winner’s trophy, and one year’s free NICF Master Fitter membership there is much at stake. Don’t miss this nail-biting competition as the 5 finalists put their carpet installation skills to test. The finalists are: Darren Ash – Alfrick, Worcestershire Dan Evans – Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Ryan Hughes – Arlesey, Besfordshire Richard Long – Dundee, Angus Sam Sanders – Hessle, East Riding of Yorkshire WOOL TRENDS CENTRE

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FITTER OF THE YEAR

BIRTHDAY AND PROMISES TO BE AN EVENT TO REMEMBER FOR YEARS TO COME

Alongside the Fitter of the Year competition, the King’s Suite will also be hosting a feature celebrating the last 60 years of The Flooring Show. Featuring a history overview and photos from shows come and gone, visitors and exhibitors alike can network and celebrate both the past and the future of flooring. The Flooring Show have also partnered with Yorkshire Wholesale Flooring Limited to bring visitors the King’s Suite bar. The bar will be hosting happy hour between 2pm-4pm on Monday 19th and Sunday 20th, all visitors need to do is head to stand B59 to collect their free drinks token. Take a wellearned break after a day of business and buying and catch-up with industry friends whilst you revisit the last 60 years.

The Flooring Show 2022 returns this month with doors opening on Sunday 18th for three days of business and networking at the UK’s only event dedicated to the flooring industry. There is so much to see and do at The Flooring Show, whether looking to discover the latest techniques, meet with new suppliers, or catch the finals of Fitter of the Year. With plenty on offer we’ve compiled a list of what’s on and what you need to be aware of ahead of the industry event of the year.

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All demonstrations will be shown at the dedicated stand in Hall B across all three days of the show, with live demonstrations on subfloor preparation, carpet, resilient flooring and wood flooring products. On Tuesday 20 September FITA will be offering the opportunity for visitors to come and ask them anything as they open the stand up to bespoke demonstrations of anything covered over the course of the show. FITA will also be offering a 15% discount on courses at the show.

The biggest brands in the industry will be joining us to showcase their latest ranges and products. These include: Abingdon Flooring, Associated Weavers, Ball & Young, Berry Alloc, Bostik Limited, Cavalier Carpets, Cormar Carpets, F. Ball & Co Ltd, Furlong Flooring, Interfloor, Kellars, Lano N.V., Lifestyle Floors, Likewise Floors, Millennium Weavers, Penthouse Carpets, Q A Flooring Solutions Limited, Texfelt Ltd and Victoria Carpets and Design Floors, to name just a Alongsidefew. these big names, The Flooring Show will also be hosting many new names including Carpenters Limited, Kährs, LX Hausys, Riviera Home UK, Tremco, and Verhoek Europe, plus many more.

Dates: Sunday 18 – Tuesday 20 September 2022 Opening hours: Sunday 9:30-17:30 | Monday 9:30-17:30 | Tuesday Venue:9:30-15:00Harrogate

The Flooring Show is a trade-only event and is free for industry professionals. Register for your complimentary pass at theflooringshow.com today.

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THIS YEAR’S SHOW IS A MONUMENTAL OCCASION AS IT CELEBRATES ITS 60TH

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CARPET RECYCLING UK BUILDS FLOORING SECTOR MOMENTUM AT HARROGATE

Exhibiting on Stand A45 at the 2022 Harrogate Flooring Show, Carpet Recycling UK (CRUK) is inviting the sector to build on collaborative momentum and act to reduce textile flooring waste and resource usage ahead of any potential changes to UK legislation such as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).

funders have grown in number to 15, and support now comes from Balsan, Betap, Brintons Carpets, Condor Group, Cormar Carpets, ege Carpets, Furlong Flooring, Gradus, Headlam Group, IVC Commercial, Milliken, Modulyss, Rawson Carpet Solutions, Shaw and Tarkett. Many of them are acting voluntarily ahead of any legislation, including Cormar Carpets, which with assistance from CRUK, has helped their key customers to consider their waste minimisation and to create cost savings. For more information, email: info@carpetrecyclinguk.com or visit www.carpetrecyclinguk.com.

The not-for-profit association is urging manufacturers, flooring companies and recyclers to engage with its network to collaborate in putting sustainable processes in place that minimise waste, save on costs and keep resources in the supply chain longer. The aim is to consider reuse and recycling at the design stages and produce products for the circular economy and to implement processes to retrieve them for recycling. Adnan Zeb-Khan, CRUK Scheme Manager says: “Over the past year, we’ve recognised clear interest from the manufacturing sector in collaborating with our 119-strong network with a view to preparing for a potential future policy change where an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme could be a reality.

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“While carpet and textile flooring are not on the immediate EPR agenda for Government policy makers, we are encouraging companies to be ahead of the curve and work with together with a shared interest to make potential EPR policies relevant and as fair as possible. We have the opportunity to help shape any forthcoming schemes and perhaps even develop our own code of practice policies to reduce any impact on the sector going CRUK’sforward.”core

WHY SPECIFYING THE RIGHT FLOOR FOR DANCE AND THE PERFORMING ARTS IS SO IMPORTANT

Sports footwear is generally cushioned to protect against impact injuries and provides grip for the sports person. By contrast dancers need more absorption or cushioning on landing from jumps. Their footwear varies according to dance style and doesn’t cushion landings. Dancers also need the right degree of traction from the dance Harlequinsurface.works extensively with dance scientists and biomechanics experts to investigate the effects of the choice of dance floor on dancer performance and injury and to research and develop floors that minimise these risks. That is why Harlequin is recognized as the world’s leading authority on dance floors. Established in the UK over 45 years ago, it remains the industry choice for the most prestigious dance and performing arts companies, theatres, venues and schools, production companies and events across the globe. As an enlightened manufacturer, Harlequin continues to work with dance industry specialists to research and develop floors that dancers want to dance on.

To continue offering the highest quality floors to the world’s performers, Harlequin’s Cascade vinyl performance floor now has added BioCote© antimicrobial protection. BioCote© antimicrobial technology is manufactured into the Harlequin Cascade vinyl creating a dance surface upon which microbes such as bacteria and viruses cannot survive. The result is a floor which is easier to keep hygienically clean, reducing the risk of cross contamination and infection by working constantly to reduce the presence of microbes on the surface of the floor. BioCote© is also proven to offer protection for the expected lifetime of the product – it will not wear out or wash off, ensuring long-term defence against harmful microbes. For more information about specifying the correct floor for dance and performing arts, visit our website www.harlequinfloors.com.

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As an enlightened manufacturer, Harlequin continues to work with dance industry specialists to research and develop floors that dancers want to dance on. “

There are some critical factors that distinguish the requirements of dancers from those of sports played on sports floors. Many sports require a firm floor which allows balls to bounce predictably.

For product information and advice, please contact our technical team on enquiries@harlequinfloors.com or call +44 (0) 1892 514 888.

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Making the correct choice of dance floor is essential when designing a performance space. Whether it’s a world-renowned dance company, university, secondary school, or local dance school, the dance studio is a dancers work environment and the floor a fundamental tool for their work. The correct dance floor makes an important contribution to the safe performance of dancers without the risk of slips and falls or longer-term stress injuries. Floors developed for commercial or sports applications do not offer the key benefits dancers need.

The new Tom Patterson Theatre at the Stratford Festival is a highly anticipated addition to the Canadian cultural landscape. Designed by Siamak Hariri, founding partner with Hariri Pontarini Architects, this shimmering, state-of-the-art venue embraces its riverside park Haririsetting.said

the festival’s ambitions set a high bar for the project, which the Toronto-based practice won in an international design competition. “They wanted an exceptional building with new programs that would enhance the festival and this community for decades to come,” said Hariri. “We sought to create an emotional experience through architecture that complements the magic of transcendent works of theatrical performance.”

defines the public rooms, the horseshoe-shaped theatre is wrapped in gently curving walls of sand cast brick with mortar smooth to the surface to resemble stone. Inside the wood-lined auditorium, 600 custom seats surround an elongated thrust stage, creating a theatrical setting of unparalleled intimacy and acoustic excellence. Close collaboration with the festival’s set and technical designers optimized the versatile performance space to meet the demands of a repertory schedule where different shows can run on the same day. Curved walls and reflectors beneath catwalks support the finely-tuned acoustics in a room that can achieve total sound isolation as well as total darkness.

TOM PATTERSON THEATRE

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The 7,150sm (77,000sf) theatre is situated on the banks of the Avon River in Stratford, Ontario. Vibrant transparency runs its entire length with a lustrous façade that ebbs and flows in step with the river. This organic, curvilinear form creates quiet folds and eddies of encounter across a sequence of carefully considered spaces that flow from one to another. Panoramic garden and river views dissolve the line between indoors and out in this LEED Gold registered Setdesign.against the sinuous veil of the bronze mullioned curtain wall that STATE-OF-THE-ART VENUE STUDY

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“ Back-of-house there is a dedicated rehearsal hall, accessible dressing rooms, a green room and a company lounge.

New play development and education programs now have permanent homes at the festival in the Dinner Rooney Workshop. For donor patrons, the Spriet Members’ Lounge features a contemporary fireplace in a dramatic space with wraparound glazing that gently tapers beneath a wood-clad ceiling.

Amenity spaces are fully accessible throughout, offering a range of viewing options in the auditorium for people with disabilities.

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Titon’s FireSafe® Air Brick has recently been installed at the new Hayes Village development in West London. Hayes Village, situated at Nestles Avenue, Hayes in Middlesex, is a brand new development from Barratt London offering 1,473 new homes. Built on the former Nestle Factory, the area is undergoing signification regeneration. SIG Distribution, priding itself on delivering expert knowledge and service across the construction industry, supported the development with key products including the Titon FireSafe® Air Brick.

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Sustainability initiatives include locally-sourced materials, low-energy lighting, and radiant in-floor heating, all part of a comprehensive design approach for LEED Gold designation, which is a rarity among performing arts buildings. The stage lighting is one of the first all-LED systems in use. New community gardens provide riverside vistas and strolls through plantings layered with indigenous species for the spring-throughfall performance schedule of North America’s largest repertory theatre company. The new theatre is one of four festival venues and replaces a previous and inadequate Tom Patterson Theatre on the same site.

Adjacent to the lobby is a skylighted café that opens onto a riverfront terrace.

TITON’S FIRESAFE® AIR BRICK IS THE PERFECT FIT FOR HAYES VILLAGE

Inside the wood-lined auditorium, 600 custom seats surround an elongated thrust stage, creating a theatrical setting of unparalleled intimacy and acoustic excellence.

The Titon FireSafe® Air Brick is a specialist product developed and manufactured by offering low resistance to airflow, but high resistance to fire as set out in Approved Document B (fire safety) volume 1: Dwellings, 2019 edition. Commenting on the partnership with Titon and SIG Distribution, Laura French, Area Sales Manager stated “It was a pleasure working with SIG Distribution, they have a vast range of product knowledge and knew early on that the Titon FireSafe® Air Brick was perfect for the Hayes Village scheme. By supporting SIG Distribution with their product specification, Titon were able to meet and exceed all their requirements.

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The public rooms include Lazaridis Hall, a versatile space for up to 250 people that can be configured for cabaret-style performances, screenings, and panel discussions. Two 4.9-metre-high (16ft) custom walnut acoustic doors open onto the lobby or acoustically separate the space for concurrent events.

Three distinctive bars crafted from red, yellow, and white patterned marble anchor meeting points with exceptional views reinforce the connection between the theatre design and its natural setting.

The Titon FireSafe® Air Brick is designed and tested to BS EN13141-2:2010 specifically for mechanical ventilation systems. Made from 1mm electrogalvanized sheet steel, fire class A1 ‘no contribution to fire’ and polyester powder coating meeting EN13501-1 classification A2-s1,d0. The Titon FireSafe® Air Brick is ideal for fire safety applications. For more information about Titon and its range of window and door hardware, as well as its whole house ventilation products, please visit: www.titon.com/uk

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electric fire and stove range offer you the ability to switch on the heat for localised heating in the colder months, but also lets you enjoy the visuals alone, perfect for the warmer months.

INSTANT HEAT

ENJOYABLE WITH OR WITHOUT HEAT

Requiring little more setup than connecting to mains electricity via an ordinary three-pin plug socket, an electric log burner is ultraeasy to install, providing instant ambience and heat at the touch of a button. Freestanding versions can generally be moved from room to room, simply plugging into the mains. Hang-on-the-wall models can also be hung in different rooms if required. Electric fires that have been recessed into the wall may need a bit more installation work to remove or refit, but ultimately all require the same simply plug-and-go connection to get up and running.

GOING ELECTRIC WITH A GAZCO STOVE OR FIRE

Electric fires and stoves come in different shapes and sizes, and many offer log-effect fuel effects. For a more traditional log burning look, an electric wood burner such as the Chesterfield 5 electric stove emulates a real glowing fire. Alternatively, electric fires such as the eReflex present a more contemporary take on a wood burning look, with realistic logs yet offering a whole spectrum of coloured LED lighting for expressing yourself.

One major benefit from an electric fire or stove is that many now offer alternative fuel effects.

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ALTERNATIVE FUEL EFFECTS

LOG-EFFECT LOOK

One major benefit from an electric fire or stove is that many now offer alternative fuel effects. If you have a particularly modern home, you may be looking for something different from a log burning look. Models such as the Gazco Vogue Midi Electric come with the option to switch the logs for the crystal ice-effect instead. Along with this, the Vogue Midi Electric stove lets you choose from 13 different fuel bed lighting colours, meaning you can opt for something that matches your colour scheme while creating a striking centrepiece. For more information, please visit: gazco.com

WHETHER YOU’RE LOOKING FOR THE TRADITIONAL AESTHETICS OF A REAL LOGEFFECT ELECTRIC STOVE, OR THE PANORAMIC EXPERIENCE OF A MULTI-SIDED ELECTRIC FIRE, THERE ARE LOTS OF BENEFITS TO GOING ELECTRIC WITH GAZCO

If you love nothing more than enjoying the glow of a fireplace but don’t necessarily require the heat, an electric fire could be the Gazco’sanswer.

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A HEALTHIER WAY OF LIVING WITH H3 HYDROGEN/ BIOLPG HYBRID HEAT PUMP

Rinnai has maintained and sustained a reputation for technological innovation and creating a healthier way of living for over a century. By creating a healthier way of living through developing commercial products that accept clean energies, customers will be able to identify Rinnai as a trusted brand that delivers customer convenience and health.

Rinnai now offers H1, H2 & H3 solutions to the energy question in the cost of living squeeze.

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H1 – Hydrogen blends ready, renewable liquid fuel ready and electric water heating equipment.

H3 – Market leading, Low GWP heat pumps. This expansive product portfolio is enhanced by design support and precise modelling of capital expenditure, operational expenditure, and carbon to establish the practical, economic, and technically feasible solutions needed and required for any site.

Rinnai has launched the expansive H3 offering to simplify the decarbonisation of any building and supporting sites with the decarbonisation pathways that exist now and in the future.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES TO LOWER CARBON TO NET ZERO IN ANY AND ALL BUILDINGS

Rinnai is constantly initiating new working behaviours and corporate practises that update and add to employee knowledge of product understanding and manufacturing processes. Rinnai employs 650 design engineers and reinvests 6% of annual sales revenue into R & D.

H2 – Hybrid hot water systems – Including heat pumps, solar thermal, solar PV and electric.

Hot water provision is a foundation for lifestyle comfort and is therefore Rinnai’s area of specific expertise. Rinnai understands that hot water and heating provision are key areas of modern life that can be considered as contributing factors towards maintaining societal cohesion and continuity. Rinnai will therefore continue to work towards delivering products that improve upon customer convenience and health.

Rinnai units are also suited for off-grid customers who require LPG and BioLPG or rDME.

Internal practises are constantly refined to ensure Rinnai remains a leader in technological innovation, heating, and hot water dispersal. Rinnai’s H3 range is designed to reflect the corporate values and direction our organisation is keen to Allproject.sourced

All major international economies are now seeking sustainable alternative energies that improve domestic energy security and negate the release of harmful emissions. Rinnai’s H3 range of products coincides with the current internationally approved direction of future energy distribution and consumption.

Rinnai’s Innovation Manifesto clearly outlines the path to carbon neutrality and maintains a pledge to fully decarbonize company operations by 2050. Rinnai will further support the global clean energy transition by introducing a wide variety of domestic heating options across multiple energy vectors.

Rinnai’s product and service offering is based on H3- Hydrogen, Heating and Heat Pumps - which allows any site in either residential or commercial sites to maximise the energy efficiency and performance in striving for NetZero and Decarbonisation. Additionally, Rinnai is developing and introducing electrical formats to all existing product ranges within the coming months.

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Rinnai is committed to decarbonisation. Rinnai’s water heating products are all hydrogen-blends ready NOW including the world’s first 100% hydrogen powered water heater. Rinnai products also accept BioLPG capable of delivering NetZero carbon emissions.

Rinnai’s H3 range of products includes a wide selection of commercial heat pumps as well as hydrogen blends-ready and hybrid hot water heating systems.

H3 products consist of hydrogen, rDME, heat pump or hybrid options in all energy vectors - natural gas, electrical, rDME and BioLPG. All methods of heating and hot water provision ensuring lower carbon leading to decarbonisation and a higher standard of living quality at affordable prices and costs. All models are designed specifically to reduce all related costs and provide efficient working quality across an entire product life cycle.

Rinnai’s H3 range represents an organisation capable of producing cost reducing technologies that act as a response to the sensitive financial demands perpetrated by the global energy market towards the customer. Rinnai’s H3 range is a pragmatic, socially conscious and a technologically innovative solution for customers who seek products that accept clean energy for home heating and hot water appliances.

Rinnai’s commercial and domestic hot water products offer a limitless supply of instantaneous temperature controlled hot water and all units are designed to align with present and future energy sources and accept either natural gas or hydrogen gas blends.

All major international economies are now seeking sustainable alternative energies that improve domestic energy security and negate the release of harmful emissions. “

Rinnai units are UKCA certified, A-rated water efficiency, accessed through multiple fuel options and are available for purchase 24/7, 365 days a year. Any unit can be delivered to any UK site within 24 hours. System design services are available if needed and cost comparison services are accessible to all customers who require further cost detail.

product materials, manufacturing conditions and effect on local environment are issues that are under constant revision and will be altered accordingly if found to be in noncompliance with Rinnai’s current and future brand promise to deliver a cleaner living.

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Rinnai offer comprehensive training courses and technical support in all aspects of the water heating industry. More information can be found on Rinnai’s website and its “Help Me Choose” webpage. Contact Rinnai today for free training and design support / free CPDs - simply email engineer@ rinnaiuk.com or Tel. 0300 373 0660 for consultation with sustainability specialists. Book an appointment today scan – QR code. For more information on the RINNAI product range visit www.rinnaiuk.com

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The materials allow the sound to pass through, absorbing part of it with each reflection and converting it into heat energy. It is this sequence of consecutive energy losses that reduces the noise levels in a room.

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Barrisol Mirror® acoustic Barrisol Mirror® acoustic mixes the reflective capacity of a mirror and the characteristics of Barrisol® stretched sheets. The exclusive system of micro perforations, improves the acoustic comfort of all spaces. NRC Ratings goes from 0.65 to 0.90. GTS® Glass textile Solution Acoustics® Non-combustible glass fabric, fire resistant up to 15 minutes* (A2-s1 , d0) with suitable fixings. Acoustic, luminous, printed and 100% recyclable, with a αw coefficient of 0.80.

Noise pollution is often reported as a major annoyance felt by the general population. Determining the causes and characteristics of noise pollution is a social requirement in places where there is constant ambient noise (cinemas, exhibitions, etc.). This noise is at the origin of many disorders affecting human activities and causes stress and fatigue. Barrisol ® proposes microperforated stretch ceiling to improve the acoustic well-being of places for an optimal comfort of the occupants. The Barrisol Acoustics® line is composed of microperforated membranes which absorb sound and reduce noise pollution in public or private spaces. These membranes reduce the resonance effect and improve acoustic environments. Barrisol® offers various acoustic solutions: Acoustic Light®, Acoustic 3D, Acoustic Mirror®, Acoustic Clim®, Acoustic , Acoustic Print your mind®, Acoustic Frames and Artolis® Frames. The principle of absorption used in Barrisol® sheets Barrisol® acoustic solutions use the principle of absorption. This principle works by reducing the intensity of the reflection of sound waves in a room. The air movement induced by a sound source is then partially absorbed by the fabric which reflects only part of it, breaking the reverberation effect (not to be confused with acoustic insulation which cuts off the transmission of noise from one place to another).

The Barrisol Acoustics® line is composed of microperforated membranes which absorb sound and reduce noise pollution in public or private spaces. These membranes reduce the resonance effect and improve acoustic environments. Barrisol® offers various acoustic solutions: Acoustic Light®, Acoustic 3D, Acoustic Mirror®, Acoustic Clim®, Acoustic , Acoustic Print your mind®, Acoustic Frames and Artolis® Frames. The principle of absorption used in Barrisol® sheets Barrisol® acoustic solutions use the principle of absorption. This principle works by reducing the intensity of the reflection of sound waves in a room. The air movement induced by a sound source is then partially absorbed by the fabric which reflects only part of it, breaking the reverberation effect (not to be confused with acoustic insulation which cuts off the transmission of noise from one place to another). The materials allow the sound to pass through, absorbing part of it with each reflection and converting it into heat energy. It is this sequence of consecutive energy losses that reduces the noise levels in a room.

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LONDON

21–24 SEPTEMBER 2022

Alongside a multitude of product showcases, visitors to Design London 2022 will also have the opportunity to explore a curated

Marlon Cera-Marle, Director of Design at Media 10, said, “Following our inaugural launch in 2021, we’re delighted to be back in North Greenwich this September as part of the London Design Festival. We had great results in 2021 – not only being at a brand-new location, but also receiving an overwhelmingly positive response from exhibitors, partners and visitors.”

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Design London, the largest official destination for contemporary design at London Design Festival, returns to the Magazine London in North Greenwich with its second edition between 21 – 24 September 2022. The show made its debut in 2021, attracting over 12,000 UK and international visitors. The show is set to double its floor space this year, where architects and interior designers can source cutting-edge furniture, kitchens and bathrooms, lighting and architectural fittings all under one roof. It brings together a compelling line-up of established and emerging design brands from around the world; from global manufacturers – including HAY, Urbantime, Zeitraum, Tuuci, Wewood, Ton, Dare Studio and Ago – that are joining the show for the first time, to returning exhibitors such as Artemide, Christian Watson, Van Rossum, Bert Plantagie and Penta Light to name a few.

Cera-Marle added, “The UK is one of the key countries for specification internationally, and Design London is all about championing design excellence, along with originality, innovation and diversity. Building on last year’s success, we look to bring an even more exciting, content-rich programme to our show –which will double in size – this year.”

World and Korea Messe with the support of the Ministry of SMEs and Start-ups and the Korea Federation of SMEs, the Korean Pavilion will be home to some of the country’s best small- to medium-sized design companies. Products on show range from ceramics, furniture, home accessories and show is the Portuguese Association of Wood and Furniture Industries (AIMMP). Its core mission is to represent, promote and protect Portuguese companies from five divisions that make up the wood and furniture sector: wood cutting, felling, sawing and wood packing; wood derivatives and energy; carpentry and alike; furniture and alike; export, import and distribution of wood and derivatives. At Design London, the Portuguese Pavilion will comprise 13 leading brands –showcasing a range of products that are 100% designed and manufactured in Portugal.

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Building on last year’s success, we look to bring an even more exciting, content-rich programme to our show – which will double in size – this year.

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Similarly, 12 sustainable and eco-conscious furniture and home decoration brands have been selected to represent the Thai Pavilion. In response to the urgent issue of global climate change, the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) of the Royal Thai Government has launched the “Thailand Be the ChanGe” initiative – highlighting some of the most forward-thinking Thai creative businesses working within the Government’s Bio-CircularGreen (BCG) model. At the show, the Pavilion will showcase a curated portfolio of homeware, furniture and lifestyle pieces that has been created to meet the rising global demand for more sustainable and eco-conscious products.

Last but not least, Design London 2022 boasts a whole host of collaborations – from sought-after brands to experiential installations. Some of the highlights include lighting centrepieces by Ago and Haberdashery; a graphic feature by Lois O’Hara to welcome visitors; and an exclusive bar from Kyrö Distillery Company – the show’s official whisky and gin partner – to mark the brand’s 10th anniversary. Situated in the main thoroughfare of the event and designed by fellow Finnish brand Vaarnii, the Kyrö bar is set to be constructed entirely out of pine – a “brutally Finnish” masterpiece to complement the all-rye distillery’s “brutally Finnish” spirits. What’s more, Versarien – which develops and manufactures advanced material technologies, with the purpose of improving the environment – has teamed up with British artist and designer, Steuart Padwick to create a 3-D printed installation at Design London. Using 100% cement free concrete reinforced with Graphene, this special feature – titled Island Steps – has been designed as a playful oasis which can be located both indoors and outdoors. Not only does 3-D printing significantly reduce the volume of concrete needed, the special mortar being cement free also reduces the carbon footprint by over 70%.

Meanwhile, this year’s event welcomes the second edition of Discussions at Design London – its thought-provoking talks programme that comprises headline keynotes, trend forecasts and panel discussions with a range of high-profile industry experts, influencers and thought leaders. Brand consultant Katie Richardson returns to curate the series, which runs daily throughout the show and offers an insight into future trends while addressing the most pressing topics within design, architecture and the wider creative Sponsoredindustries. by Kohler, the talks see some of the best industry and household names descend on the show and will open with internationally acclaimed designer, Lee Broom. Rotterdam-based designer Sabine Marcelis; sustainability advocate Jay Blades MBE, best known for presenting the hit TV series on the BBC, The Repair Shop; and multidisciplinary artist Marco Oggian, will also feature as speakers for 2022.

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Design London runs at Magazine London from 21 – 24 September 2022 – as part of the London Design Festival.

Registration: designlondon.co.uk/visitor-registration-2022 www.designlondon.co.uk

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FROM HIGH-END FURNITURE TO LIGHTING, KITCHEN AND BATHROOM BRANDS

From high-end furniture to lighting, kitchen and bathroom brands to material manufacturers, explore participating showrooms in and around Clerkenwell’s historic cobbles and take your pick from workshops to product launches, installations and showroom tours.

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From 20-21 September, Clerkenwell Design Trail will take over EC1 as CDW and London Design Festival collaborate! The two-day celebration will be jam-packed with engaging events which are within a short walking distance of each other, enabling visitors to navigate the area with ease.

Tuesday 20 September will mark the official district day for Clerkenwell during this year’s London Design Festival, highlighting the area as London’s creative heart.

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SIMONSWERK UK is pleased to announce the ANSELMI range of concealed hinge systems for residential doors. The ANSELMI range offers high-quality products for lightweight interior residential doors up to 60 kg. The hinge systems are three-dimensionally adjustable and guarantee a long-lasting, maintenance-free operation of the door and are available in 6 aesthetically pleasing finishes.

The ANSELMI range also includes the AN 107 3C C60 self-closing hinge which allows the closing of a door independently up to 60 kg. The hinge with the integrated closing function is installed in the centre between the upper and lower hinge and has a special rotation system that makes it usable in combination with AN 160 3D. More information about SIMONSWERK and its product range is available at www.simonswerk.co.uk.

The ANSELMI AN 150 3D and AN 170 3D offer specifiers the opportunity to use narrow frames of just 25 mm depth due to the reduced frame part of the hinge, this offers the potential of concealed hinges in the most delicate of joinery details. For those manufacturers searching for production economies of scale and easy installation of their products onsite, the ANSELMI hinges with a reduced hinge frame fixing are a perfect choice.

“LASVIT has been working on this project from 2016 until now, and it was really unique for us due to the need for precise craftsmanship of the glass parts, but also of the hand-made metal

Studio Sofield is famous for their ultra-luxurious residences and their frequent use of unusual materials. They chose LASVIT to accompany the interior with extraordinary lighting, as well as bespoke sculptures. Although LASVIT is most well-known for master glassworking, most of the pieces for 111 West 57th Street are made of metal combined with glass pieces.

Developing such a grand vision for the property took a great deal of work. In a collaborative effort between JDS Development Group, Property Markets Group, and Spruce Capital Partners; SHoP Architects, who designed the exterior; and Studio Sofield

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LASVIT DESIGNED DOZENS OF UNIQUE GLASS AND METAL PIECES FOR THE WORLD’S SKINNIEST SKYSCRAPER

In its prime, great pianists used to meet at Steinway Hall on West 57th Street to practice together. Even legendary Rachmaninoff loved to play in this sanctuary for pianists, alongside the great virtuoso Vladimir Horowitz. Almost one hundred years after its first opening in 1925, the building got a breath of new life from several of New York’s top developers. LASVIT, the global leader in daring spacial and lighting experiences, provided this one-of-a-kind building with unique pieces designed and hand-crafted in Northern Bohemia, adding the shining final touches for the building which will once again host New York’s high society.

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architects taking on the interior architecture, 111 West 57th Street is a monument to impressive design. Studio Sofield created the concept with respect to the building’s history while bringing a contemporary twist, delicately tempering opulence with elegance.

A DUET OF GLASS AND METAL

The glass vases for the porte cochere are not only unique in their design, but also in their fine craftsmanship. Each vase contains metal palm leaves, and weighs around 880 pounds at almost 30 feet tall. The urns were created from several pieces of fused glass perfectly aligned together. LASVIT developed special technology to precisely grind the glass pieces. The two lamps in porte cochere echo the visual rhythm and the striking urns.

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Creating the unique lamps placed in the vestibule and corridors was a challenging artistic experience, replicating lamps initially installed in the early 1920s.

Creating the unique lamps placed in the vestibule and corridors was a challenging artistic experience, replicating lamps initially installed in the early 1920s. The craftsmen at LASVIT created these lamps based only on original photographs.

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A RHAPSODY OF LIGHT FOR A MONUMENT TO MUSIC

The building also contains bespoke lighting installations by LASVIT Senior Designer Jana Ružicková. The South Oval features an installation created by LASVIT designer Dan Jacek, creator of many classic chandeliers, formed from a special blackened metal requested by the client. “111 West 57th street was a collaboration where the client had a clear vision of the decorative art features with considerable respect to heritage. Mainly, my part was translating it into reality through my knowledge of glass and metal design and Lasvit’s craftsmanship. It was a great learning experience and honor to work on this NYC landmark,” says Jana Ružicková, LASVIT Senior TheDesigner.original

The 111 West 57th residential skyscraper is the second tallest residential building in the Western Hemisphere, reaching a whopping 1,428 feet, including a 300-foot decorative steel crown. It has a height-to-width ratio of 24:1, officially making 111 West 57th Street the skinniest skyscraper in the world. Residents needn’t worry that the building may blow over or snap during a storm, as the structure is made of the strongest concrete in the world, according to SHoP Architects. www.lasvit.com

LASVIT’s lighting and sculptures emphasize the interior design and accompany the true jewels of this space – the pianos. The building originally housed an iconic collection made by Steinway & Sons, and JDS Development now plans to fill the house with music once Withagain.Carnegie Hall just across the street, the area just south of Central Park has been recognized as the nation’s leading center of culture and classical music, and Steinway Hall stands as a designated landmark and “a timeless monument to classical music and architecture.”

Steinway building was an icon of New York City; the Steinway family commissioned Warren & Westmore, the minds behind Grand Central Terminal, to design their townhouse. Redesigning such a significant building with respect to its history was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and JDS Development stated “the design for 111 West 57th Street represents a commitment to the quality, history and craftsmanship behind New York City’s classic skyscrapers, while taking advantage of the latest in technology to push the limits of engineering and fabrication.”

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Since 2012, Danish acoustic wood wool manufacturer Troldtekt has been leading the way with its sustainable practices and leadership. An early adopter of the Cradleto-Cradle design concept, the company has focused on its material health, reutilisation, energy, water and social responsibility winning recognition and numerous green awards over the Theyears.adoption of Futurecem™ has now further enhanced the manufacturing process and elevated Troldtekt to Cradle-to-Cradle Gold Certification. In addition, and being both FSC® and PEFC™ certified, the company has set strict environmental targets for its manufacture and products culminating in a transparent roadmap in its annual CSR reports. This has led the company to be one of Europe’s most vociferous advocates for sustainable design and one which contributes positively to BREEAM, WELL, LEED and DGNB-Certifications. Futurecem™ is a new patented cement from Aalborg Portland. Absorbing more CO2 than it creates during production, its incorporation into Troldtekt’s wood wool panels gives Troldtekt acoustic panels their strength, durability and fire-protective properties without the use of harmful chemicals. This combination also means that Troldtekt’s panels have a negative carbon footprint right up until it is time for them to be disposed of or recycled – a phenomenal result. Troldtekt’s natural and inherently sustainable panels offer high sound absorption and tactile surface, coupled with high durability and low-cost lifecycle performance. Available in various sizes and in four grades, from extreme fine to coarse, the panels can be left untreated or painted in virtually any RAL colour. Samples, case studies and technical guidance are available from tel 01978 664255 or Troldtekt.co.uk

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A wok is a cooking pot originating from China, the hump in the middle of the pediment looks like the handle of the wok, then it is called Wok Wall, which helps to block the wind or the fire, and serves as the main bearing structure of a house.

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The architect abstracted the shape of a wok wall and applied it to the east and west elevations of Xi Hall, by which two wok-wallshaped openings were created, connecting the interior to the outdoor landscape. Between the walls with the special openings, there is a curved roof sloping towards the grassland in the north like an elegantly draped curtain.

Located in a resort on the outskirts of Guangzhou, the Levitated Curtain is an iconic building for wedding ceremonies and public events. In Guangzhou, weddings usually start at 7 am, but the ceremony only begins around 6 pm, then Xi Hall will serve as a multifunctional space for dining, photo shooting, reception, and several other purposes during the day, and becomes a sacred place for the wedding ceremony at nightfall. When there are no weddings, Xi Hall which sits in the center of the resort will be a perfect location for sightseeing and allow public events for different occasions.

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Wok Room. The unique streamline of Xi Hall was inspired by the Wok Room, a traditional residential architecture from the Lingnan

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When the lights come into the hall through the U-shaped glass wall, the entire building is calmly“floating” above the ground.

Connected. As a place for gathering and sharing, the architect looks forward to bringing more flexibility to the space to connect the activities inside the hall and the fabulous landscape outside. Eventually, it is a completely open space, adding a romantic touch to the spirituality of nature with a modest but welcoming gesture. The architect also designed an Ω-shaped corridor attached to the hall, echoing the wok-wall-shaped openings while connecting the hall with the nature behind it. Along the path, people will witness the important moment of a wedding when the father is taking his daughter to the groom. At nightfall, the setting sun cast its golden lights through the wok-wall-shaped openings to the couple as well as every corner of the space. The open structure enables Xi Hall

Floating Curtains. Looking through the void of the“wok walls”, the dark curved roofs are floating and dancing like three curtains. The structure under the ceiling is painted white, almost invisible if you look at the building from the east or the west perspective; When the lights come into the hall through the U-shaped glass wall, the entire building is calmly“floating” above the ground. When the night falls, the space is illuminated from the inside, then the sense of volume is highlighted with the light, making the architecture a Kongming lantern that is about to levitate, bringing blessings to nature and the people here. The curtain-like streamlined roof endows the building with an embracing gesture, holding mountains, forests and rivers into its arms, thus a space of spirit and nature was created, allowing more air and light to flow into the building, and bringing out a demeanor of floating in the Openstillness.and

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with more functions. When there is no wedding, people can enjoy multiple activities here, including dining, lectures, gatherings or simply taking a rest.

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The green lush inside the resort indulges the visitors in tranquility and peacefulness, then the graceful and serene Xi hall lightened people’s eyes upon their arrival. A bride who celebrated her wedding here once said, “I wanted to wall in here with my barefoot”.

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Torc welcome the opportunity to be involved at the design stage and are happy to contribute ideas when requested. “

Torc make everything by hand from their studio in the British WorkingIsles.alongside a talented team of artisans this family run business really specializes in textures, scale, and especially bespoke design. The design side of the business proving to be very popular with landscape architects and garden designers alike realizing just how much expertise this company has to offer with a wealth of experience in design and problem solving to bring to the table. Torc welcome the opportunity to be involved at the design stage and are happy to contribute ideas when requested. Frequently being commissioned to provide planter designs, outdoor furniture and paving as a one-off template for both commercial and residential spaces. Launching their new contemporary shaped water bowl this month was a good example of how far they can go – the diameter of this little beauty can be offered up to 3m wide. Their green credentials are impressive too. www.torcpots.com

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EverEdge are proud to manufacture 100% of their products in Britain. EverEdge steel lawn edging, planters and raised beds have been made in the Midlands for over 25 years. Having UK based manufacturing ensures EverEdge limit their impact on the environment and protect themselves from some of the issues currently affecting global supply chains.

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EverEdge would like to emphasize that all products are designed and made in Britain! EverEdge have been designing and manufacturing steel planters now for 9 years and they have proven to be a perfect addition to the EverEdge range of steel garden edging products. Custom planters can be designed to virtually any specification to suit almost any project. EverEdge planters can be specified with a variety of different joints including a riveted style for a more rustic, industrial finish or internal ‘invisible’ joints for a cleaner, more modern look. They can be specified in virtually any colour from the RAL colour scheme or in a hot dip galvanized or Cor-Ten finish. EverEdge Custom can create a wealth of designs: the thickness, length, height and finish of each product can be tailored to suit site requirements. The custom team also offers laser cutting, allowing customers to incorporate letters and shapes into their products, and powder coating, a process that adds colour and protection to its edging products.

EverEdge is the original steel edging company, EverEdge have many years of expertise ensuring that they have an edging product that is suitable for almost any job, large or small. EverEdge’s most popular product is the EverEdge Classic 75mm deep lawn edging which is used by domestic gardeners on lawns and flowerbeds. It is robust and flexible and, once installed, provides a maintenance free solution to the age old problem of looking after borders of all shapes and sizes.

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TREX ENHANCE® When it comes to decking materials, many consumers limit their options due to preconceived perceptions about the cost of composite decking. A great way to address this concern is by quantifying the long-term value of a composite deck. The cost – and time – required to maintain a traditional wood deck can far exceed the upfront investment in a high-performance composite deck that will last for decades and retain a like-new appearance with just an occasional soap-and-water cleaning. Make sure your clients understand and consider the cumulative expense of powerwashing, sanding, staining and painting a wood deck – not to mention the value of all the time they get to spend enjoying the deck rather than working on it. Once you’ve shown them the math, customers are often surprised to learn that wood decking can be more expensive than composite in the long Today’srun. wide range of offerings and price points make it even easier to convert customers to wood alternatives. Trex, for instance, the world’s leading brand of composite decking, delivers a comprehensive selection of decking options that are both aspirational and attainable. Designed to put the pressure on treated timber, Trex Enhance® offers all the beauty of natural wood with the advanced performance benefits of composite. Available in proven and popular shades, the collection provides a premium quality, durable and low-maintenance decking option for budgetminded customers. Versatile and able to be used in a variety of deck designs and applications, Trex Enhance boards have a longer lifespan than traditional lumber. A proprietary shell defends against mould, mildew and scratching, and boards are backed by a 25-year fade and stain warranty. www.uk.trex.com

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Building and landscaping products that never need painting or treating? HAHN products - made from hanit® recycled plasticdeliver just that. Perfect for all applications - domestic, leisure or commercial - our robust and modern products are eco-friendly and will remain rot and splinter free for life.

looking for a modern design or something more traditional we have a variety of options to choose from. Available in different colours and featuring an attractive grained timber-like appearance, your project will remain maintenance free and looking good for years to come. WHY HANIT®?

THE RIGHT RECIPE FOR EVERY APPLICATION

It’s a material that outrivals wood, steel, stainless steel and concrete, because it is more robust, lighter and more durable, and it also offers an excellent price-performance ratio. Above all else, hanit® is highly versatile thanks to its productspecific composition. We find the right recipe for every application and manufacture every one of our 2000+ products in-house, producing 55,000 tonnes of finished product in our 211,000m² of manufacturing facilities that stretch across the UK, Germany and Canada. For more information on the full HAHN Plastics’ range call 0161 850 1965 or visit www.hahnplastics.com

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LANDSCAPING & EXTERNAL WORKS UnitedSwinton,Pilkingtons Drill,Weather-resistantMaintenance-freeEco-friendlysaw,screw& nail KEY FACTS DURABLE, STRONG AND FENCING THAT LASTS A LIFETIME For more information about our fencing range scan the QR code or visit hahnplastics.comPilkingtonsSwinton,Manchester.UnitedKingdom Drill,Eco-friendlysaw,screw & nail KEY FACTS DURABLE, STRONG AND FENCING THAT LASTS A LIFETIME For more information about our fencing range scan the QR code orUnitedSwinton,PilkingtonsvisitKingdom Drill,Eco-friendlysaw,screw & nail KEY FACTS DURABLE, STRONG AND FENCING THAT LASTS A LIFETIME For more information about our fencing range scan the QR code or visit » Eco-friendly » Maintenance-free » Weather-resistant » Lightweight » Wood-like finish » Drill, saw & screw +44 (0)161 850 www.hahnplastics.comcontact@hahnplastics.com1965 Products that last a lifetime DURABLE, STRONG AND EASY TO MAINTAIN RECYCLED100%PLASTIC HAHN PLASTICS YEARWARRANTY Suitable domestic, agriculturalcommercialapplications

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The truth is hanit® is more expensive to buy than wood. However, wood will cost up to twice as much over the lifetime of a product. In fact, after 28 years, hanit® products are cheaper than traditional wood - by 50%. What’s more, our hanit® will continue to provide excellent value for money for many more years to Whethercome.youare

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LANDSCAPE - the UK’s premier landscaping exhibition, looks to showcase the industry more than ever before by bringing more exhibitors, more visitors and even more features to Hall 3 at the NEC - National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham on the 28th and 29th September 2022.

LANDSCAPE is proud to say that 86% of visitors are very likely

28TH AND 29TH SEPTEMBER 2022

LANDSCAPE SHOW PREVIEW to recommend and use an exhibitor for a future project, and the exhibitor list continues to go from strength to strength, year on year. The extensive exhibitor list ensures that when they say that there is “something for everyone”, they really do mean it! This year alongside the highly anticipated CPD accredited seminar programme, LANDSCAPE will be introducing some brand-new features including a Student Showcase by London College of Garden Design, and an additional program of ‘How to’ Seminars for anyone in the industry to learn, be inspired and expand their skills. Back again at the central bar area, LANDSCAPE will be hosting the incredibly popular PechaKucha 20x20 and Meet the Designer programme. LANDSCAPE’s Women in the Industry Day was so well received in 2021 that it’s back with an additional Networking Morning running in conjunction with #Yes She Can.

Welcoming hundreds of exhibitors with a vast collection of industry-leading products, services and innovations for the design, build and management of exterior and interior landscaping projects, LANDSCAPE 2022 is the trade event you will not want to miss, and the best part is - it’s all FREE! The LANDSCAPE Show is the chance of the year to network with professionals at the top of their game at the largest event the industry has ever seen!

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Also back this year is the highly anticipated design competition, which will be focused on Wildlife Friendly designs and supported by the Warwickshire Wildlife Trust and Birmingham and Black Country Wildlife Trust. Both the exhibition and all seminar sessions are free to attend. For more information or to register to attend the show, simply visit the registration page online. Expect the biggest names in landscaping to feature in the 2022 line-up and be sure to keep an eye on LANDSCAPE’s social media channels for the latest updates and be the first to hear about even more reasons why LANDSCAPE 2022 is the show you do not want to miss. See you there! Further information can be found online: Website: www.LandscapeShow.co.uk Email: Instagram:Twitter:Phone:info@LandscapeShow.co.uk+44(0)2078218221@LandscapeEvent#LANDSCAPE2022@Landscape.show#LANDSCAPE2022 event

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you will not want to miss, and the best part is - it’s all FREE!

SMART DIMMING AND FAST CHARGING

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The new EVOLVE range of wiring accessories from BG has been designed with a slim, screwless profile in a comprehensive range of modern colours to set off any room or style. The range also includes the latest technology in fast charging, dimming and wireless connectivity. Evolve comes in a varied range of colours and finishes, giving you a greater choice and flexibility. The main colour options are matt blue, black chrome, matt black, polished copper, satin brass, matt grey all paired with black inserts as well as pearlescent white and brushed steel with white inserts.

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Whilst the main range comprises these 8 finishes, for commercial application and projects any colour or finish can be produced to complement any design. There never has been so much flexibility or choice in electrical accessories. For residential applications, the faceplates are easily removable and this opens up options to replace in the future as new and on trend colours become available and updated from BG.

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DECORATIVE WIRING ACCESSORIES

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Although Evolve switches and sockets are new on the outside, the same trusted and reliable technology found in all BG wiring accessories is employed internally, so contractors can expect the same level of quality and reliability they’re used to. Evolve includes GENERATION OF WIRING ACCESSORIES , WITH LEADING TECHNOLOGY AND AVAILABLE IN THE LATEST ON TREND COLOURS

WI-FI EXTENDERS

With the move towards home and mobile working, you don’t want to be caught with a flagging signal. Wi-fi extenders from BG Electrical can extend the reach, not just throughout the home and commercial premises but to outdoor living spaces or garden offices, without the need for bulky plug-in boosters.

As well as delivering high quality functionality to enhance LED lights, the dimmer switches allow you to create the perfect lighting mood in your home. Options of electronic touch or traditional push dimmers are both available with trailing edge technology, eliminating noise or flicker that can be caused when used with LED lighting. In addition BG have included their market leading fast charge USB sockets in type A and C with their most powerful, fastest charging 30W socket delivering a 50% charge to the latest phones in 30 minutes.

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FINISHES FOR MODERN INTERIORS

key features to ensure installation and retro-fitting are as quick and easy as possible, including colour coded, in line terminals and captive screws. In addition, the base of the unit can be installed first, making it ideal for contractors who wish to carry out the preliminary wiring, then apply the covers after decorating. For more information on the new Evolve range of decorative wiring accessories, or for further advice on the full spectrum of options, visit www.evolve-bg.uk or call 01952 238 100

Decorating your home goes further than picking the right paint colour or decorative wall paper. Finding the right accessories to fit with your scheme can create a truly bespoke and stylish finish

Contemporary nishes for modern interiors A new generation of modern wiring devices, available in the latest on trend colours and nishes • Stand out or blend in with the widest choice of colours and nishes • Complements any modern interior with a slim, stylish, screwless pro le • Enhanced functionality with fast charging USB’s, WiFi extenders and LED touch dimmers • Designed for easy installation Find out more at www.evolve-bg.uk

LIGHTING & ELECTRICAL

BEST PRACTICE FOR LIGHTING SCHEMES

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Light should be kept to the areas where it’s needed, without encroaching onto sensitive spaces such as natural habitats. Most luminaires are fitted with glare shields to reduce large, unwanted spills of light. Designs with a downward light emission are extremely beneficial, only illuminating the required surface below, minimizing both obtrusive light and glare. Huge care must also be taken around beam intensity. A high lumen output along a busy pathway at 5pm rush hour is helpful, but the same output at 1am is unnecessary, often causing more harm than good. To combat this, dimming sequences are common practice in high-end, public lighting. For example, Lumena’s solar-powered path lights operate a gradual dimming sequence from 100% at dusk, down to 30% during the early hours of the morning. This technique not only benefits the ecosystem but also saves energy. Specifiers and suppliers have a responsibility to keep light pollution to a minimum. Referring to a luminaire’s photometric data ensures a light fitting has the desired distribution and intensity. ILP member, Lumena Lights, has this data available for much of their commercial lighting, including solar path lights and solar street lights, with more on the way. Contact them today with your requirements and they will be happy to help.

When planning lighting schemes for public spaces, often the ‘less is more’ approach is a good starting point. The cost of overilluminating a space isn’t just financial. Specifiers must consider negative impacts of light pollution on wildlife, as well as on human health. Variables such as colour temperature, intensity, glare and positioning all have an effect on biodiversity. As a rule of thumb, warmer colour temperatures (<4000K) are the best option where wildlife is concerned. Nocturnal wildlife relies on darkness to survive. Bluer colour temperatures which mimic daylight are a huge disruptor of circadian behaviour, in humans and wildlife, producing up to 3 times more visual sky glow.

A common myth is that LEDs with warmer colour temperatures (<4000K) emit a lower light output than their ‘colder’ counterparts. However, innovation in LED technology means this is no longer the case. In fact, in Lumena’s professional solar ranges, the light output between the two is equivalent. Some luminaires even come with a remote control to adjust light output to a level that suits the task in hand. Another important factor to consider is light distribution. What IS being illuminated compared to what SHOULD be illuminated?

Email: sales@lumenalights.com www.lumenalights.com downwards facing lighting are also focuses for achieving our mission of reducing harm to the environment. Join Lumena in our mission as we work towards a sustainable future with low light pollution. Tel: 01327 871161 LEDIFICE (240v) PACAMAN (12v or 240v)HIWAY MAX (SOLAR) Lighting the Landscape R Innovate Educate Illuminate OUTDOOR & GARDEN LIGHTING As seen at The Eden Project

GREEN LAUNCHES NEW LANDSCAPE 1000 SERIES

Each model within the range has a FACTA A - B rating, and load ratings are achieved without the need for structural infill . Howe Green’s inhouse design and manufacturing experts are able to manufacture higher FACTA ratings on request.

To ensure the highest standards of safety when accessing under-floor services via the cover, lifting points are located within triangular corner plates. Optional threaded inserts are also available to enable the use of Howe Green’s unique Cover Skate lifting device, in addition to UKPN lifting keyholes.

Chris George, Business Development Manager for Howe Green, said: “The launch of our new Landscape 1000 Series provides landscaping professionals with cost effective yet high quality access solutions that are suitable for a diverse range of hard landscaping projects.

AS PART OF ITS COMMITMENT TO PROVIDING LANDSCAPING PROFESSIONALS WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE ACCESS SOLUTIONS, HOWE GREEN HAS LAUNCHED ITS NEW LANDSCAPE 1000 SERIES FLOOR ACCESS COVERS, WHICH COMBINE FIRST CLASS FUNCTIONALITY WITH ATTRACTIVE AFFORDABILITY ROOFING, CLADDING & FACADES

The launch of our new Landscape 1000 Series provides landscaping professionals with cost effective yet high quality access solutions that are suitable for a diverse range of hard landscaping projects.

Suitable for hard landscaping applications, the latest range is available in galvanised steel or stainless steel options, providing safe and secure access to under-floor services, without compromising the overall visual appeal.

“At Howe Green, we are committed to continuously investing in the design and manufacture of access solutions that provide professionals with first class performance and functionality, available in the shortest possible lead times, and our new 1000 Series is a reflection of this continued dedication.”

The 1000 Series offers a maximum clear opening of 900 x 900mm, with a minimum clear opening of 450 x 450mm and an outer frame maximum of 1100 x 1100mm as standard. However, larger or smaller sizes are available on request.

Galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461, the single, galvanised steel, unsecured access covers are available in standard sizes directly from stock to support landscaping professionals in completing urgent projects.

For further information on Howe Green’s complete range of floor access solutions, visit www.howegreen.com or call 01920 463230.

Each access cover has a maximum stone or concrete depth of 85mm, making it suitable for installation with a diverse range of hard flooring finishes for quick and easy installation. Deeper recesses are available on request through additional reinforcement in the support structure.

Single, duct or multipart configurations in bespoke sizes and shapes with optional secured designs can also be made to order at Howe Green’s UK headquarters to meet each project’s unique floor access requirements.

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PAGE 109 - ARCHETECH New LANDSCAPE 1000 Series floor access covers with first-class performance with affordability Our new commercial landscaping floor access covers provide safe and easy access to external under-floor services. Available in galvanised or stainless steel options they combine first-class performance with attractive affordability. From stock we offer single, galvanised steel, unsecured access covers in standard sizes. Bespoke sizes and shapes in single, duct or multipart configurations with optional secured lifting points can be manufactured to meet your specific project requirements. Given the choice, why would you specify anything less?Ireland&UKTymanofdivision360AccesstheofPart Call us on 01920 463 230 www.howegreen.com STOCK AVAILABLE TODAY

GREEN COPPER AURORA

EMBRACING A STUNNING

This contemporary cottage, built in a stunning seashore location on the Lyngen peninsula – a protected heritage area well within the Arctic Circle and one of Norway’s National Parks – is defined by its respect for nature and restrained material palette of Nordic Green copper clad walls and roofs, seamless glazing and timber.

Photos: Snorre and August Stinessen

PANORAMA ROOFING, CLADDING & FACADES

Snorre Stinessen Architecture’s design for the new Aurora Lodge retreat aims to embrace the stunning panorama across the sea and a close connection with nature, while retaining privacy. A small flat area within the natural landscape was perfectly suited to accommodate this low-intervention building. All vegetation was preserved or re-planted, leaving the original trees virtually untouched. A small creek has been preserved and now runs under the building. The lodge consists of a main building with central terrace, a separate annexe suite and a sauna across the creek.

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The copper enclosure contrasts with wide-open views of the surrounding nature – including the northern lights in winter –through extensive, seamless glazing. The same approach is taken with the two outbuildings, also enveloped with Nordic Green copper. Careful detailing and installation have resulted in graceful transformations between copper planes. In terms of materiality, Snorre Stinessen explained: “Copper was chosen for its durability – particularly close to the sea and with air salinity – but also for its permanence, quality and beauty. The fact that copper is a natural material and, of course, 100% recyclable are for me important factors – and certainly its longevity is often overlooked. The Nordic Green pre-patinated copper colour is

Stone paved steps set in the ground lead along the creek and amongst the trees, past the annexe to the entrance. A continuation of the entrance, and just over the creek, lies the central outdoor terrace, positioned between the kitchen/dining room and the living room, below the main roof. The creek continues its flow just beyond the concrete terrace floor with its own distinct contribution to the sounds of nature.

The Nordic Copper range also includes Nordic Standard ‘mill finish’ and Nordic Brown pre-oxidised copper, which offers lighter or darker colour shades. Snorre Stinessen added: “We are just about to start another new building in the same area as Aurora Lodge, although in somewhat different surroundings. Here, we are still using Aurubis copper – but this time Nordic Brown”.

The extensive Nordic Green, Nordic Blue and Nordic Turquoise ranges offer patinated copper surfaces straightaway that would otherwise take many years to develop in the environment. They have properties and colours based on the same brochantite mineralogy found in natural patinas all over the world. As well as the solid patina colours, ‘Living’ surfaces are available for each, with variable intensities of patina flecks revealing some of the dark oxidised background material. Copper alloys are growing in popularity as well, including Nordic Bronze and Nordic Brass – which can also be supplied preweathered. The innovative Nordic Royal is an alloy of copper with aluminium and zinc, giving it a rich golden through-colour and making it very stable. It retains its golden colour and simply loses some of its sheen over time, as the oxide layer thickens with exposure to the atmosphere to give a matt finish. A wide choice of Nordic Decor mechanically applied surface treatments is also available for various surfaces and alloys, particularly suited to interior applications.

NATURAL COPPER MINEROLOGY

The fact that copper is a natural material and, of course, 100% recyclable are for me important factors – and certainly its longevity is often overlooked. intended to blend with the natural surroundings but is also a nod to how we most often see copper in Norway: on historic buildings”.

A growing series of on-line ‘copper stories’ exemplify the best in contemporary architecture and showcase the diversity of surfaces, forms and applications available with Nordic Copper today. For more information visit: www.nordiccopper.com or email: NordicCopper@aurubis.com

ROOFING, CLADDING & FACADES

OTHER COPPER FINISHES

Conceptually, the design is based on a natural platform in the landscape providing a continuous floor for the main building, both internally and externally. This platform is then protected by an angular canopy, forming the eastern wall and roof – clad entirely in Nordic Green copper – providing high indoor ceilings.

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L’École Internationale Edward Steichen is a high school in Clervaux, Luxembourg, with room for 650 students. Jonas Architectes Associés won the assignment for construction and devised not only a plan for the buildings, but also an idea for decorative facades and sun protection. RMIG ImagePerf made it possible to realise their vision. As the school is more or less surrounded by woodland on all sides, a striking photo of a spring forest from a nature park in the Ardennes was chosen as the template for the facade image. Using perforation in various hole sizes, the beautiful image of the forest was transferred on to metal sheets. material: EN 5005 01925info.uk@rmig.comwww.city-emotion.com839610 Unit G16, River Bank Way, Lowfields Business Park, Elland, West Yorkshire HX5 9DN Tel: +44(0)1422 315300, Email: salesuk@bonditgroup.com, www.bonditgroup.com

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CONSTRUCTION WEEK PREVIEW

Seminar highlights include:

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

DAY TWO:

JACKON’s building systems help developers to meet and surpass the requirements of all the latest regulations, including the recent change to the Part L regulations, which have meant that from June this year, all new homes must produce 31% less CO2 emissions, compared to what was acceptable under the previous Part L regulations. This puts the responsibility for achieving improved energy performance on to the developers of new dwellings.

DAY THREE:

Details of a packed programme of seminars, CPD talks and careers presentations has been announced for UK Construction Week Birmingham (UKCW Birmingham), the UK’s largest event for the built environment, which returns to Birmingham’s NEC from 4th to 6th October 2022.

• Business, Innovation and Regulation: Including the new Building Safety Act, the ongoing digital revolution, and the challenges facing the supply chain brought about by the pandemic and war in Ukraine.

• Major projects, procurement and housing: bringing together the solutions from the conference programme to the biggest challenges of the day. These include retrofitting the majority of UK housing stock, creating net infrastructure, and a look into the regional opportunities in the West Midlands region enabled by HS2 and its satellite projects. Furthermore, the Careers Centre will offer visitors an array of informative talks aimed at those interested in a career in construction, whether that be graduates, students in further education, or those looking at a career change.

Officially opened by architect and Channel 4 presenter George Clarke, UKCW Birmingham is the must-attend construction event this Autumn and is expecting around 25,000 attendees.

• Skills: UKCW Birmingham will look at the skills agenda, and on the solutions that have been found by industry leaders, such as Rick Lee OBE, Chief People Person at Willmott Dixon, who was instrumental in securing the RICS Inclusive Employer Quality Mark for the Tier One Contractor.

UKCW Birmingham will see over 6,000 products on display from over 300 exciting exhibitors including Bosch, Schneider Electric, Google, Graco Distribution, Wavin, Cemex, Hanson Plywood and many more. This year, the multi award-winning show has also attracted an abundance of overseas exhibitors, including brands from as far afield as Australia, India, Norway, Turkey and the UAE.

STAND: B510 Visit JACKON’s stand at UK Construction Week and find out how the sustainable houses of the future will be JACKONbuilt. offers two building systems - JACKODUR® Atlas and THERMOMUR® Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF) - which between them are set to revolutionise UK house construction in the coming years. This housebuilding technology is growing in the UK at a time when the Government’s Future Homes Standard is set to be a key feature of the construction industry going forward, underpinning the green recovery of the housebuilding market.

Seminars at UKCW will focus on a myriad of topics including skills, social value, business, innovation and regulation, major projects, procurement and housing - complemented by 20 dedicated CPD sessions across the three days, covering everything from Supply Chain Resilience to the Building Safety Act.

DAY ONE:

For further information visit www.jackon.co.uk JACKON SETS OUT A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR BUILDING SYSTEMS

To register for UKCW Birmingham for free, go to https://ukcw-birmingham-2022.reg.buzz/pr Follow us on social media @uk_cw #UKCW2022 UK

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Virtual Reality plays a key role in the future of architectural design, as surprisingly people struggle to visualise space and understand Ourplans.Virtual 360 tours allow viewers to remotely explore an unbuilt building; accessible through a desktop computer, tablet, mobile device, and VR hardware i.e., Meta Quest 2; before they have even submitted a planning application. This allows the prospective client to view their dream home in an interactive and immersive experience that is far more engaging than just images and plans. The virtual tours also improve the viewer’s understanding of space, light, and Thescale.desired outcome is the emotional connection the user will experience. For more information contact us at info@Fluent-ADS.co.uk

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Remover gel is the fast, effective, biodegradable product to remove various paints from wood, masonry, metal, ceramics, glass or fibre glass. Easily softens and removes acrylic primer (about 20 minutes), oil based gloss, Hammerite® (about 30minutes), lead paint, multi coats of emulsion from intricate plaster mouldings. Use plastic tools to protect substrate. You can restore wood by removing old varnish or French Polish

COREtec Floors have launched a brand new collection, The Essentials. The Essentials joins The Naturals and Megastone, adding 62 unique new designs to the existing UK stocked range and bringing the total number of products to 94. The entire collection is also supported with a full suite of 100% waterproof, exact matching trims and accessories. A new wall display unit beautifully presents The Essentials collection and compliments the existing Naturals and Megastone toastrack

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FireSilx manufacture and supply inherently fire retardant artificial foliage, used by professionals worldwide. Fire safety is of utmost concern when designing for commercial and public spaces, our FR foliage acts as a safety barrier if a flame were to touch it. Instead of allowing the blaze to thrive and grow, the fireproof foliage extinguishes the flame within 10 seconds. FireSilx foliage is rigorously tested in official laboratories worldwide. Manufactured with fire retardant materials and chemicals, FireSilx Foliage is inherently fire retardant and will never require re-proofing. Through innovation and the finest quality, we guarantee fire protection for life. An impressive bank of authorised certification - constantly growing and updated - can be provided with every order for your convenience. www.firesilx.com

T: 01989 750910 E: info@mermet.co.uk www.mermet.co.uk Life is not just Black and White Fibreglass cored fabrics for effective solar protection and glare control Mermet technical fabrics are available in a wide range of double sided colours and all are fire resistent to BS 476 Pt 6 Class 0FIRE RETARDANT T: 01989 750910 E: info@mermet.co.uk www.mermet.co.uk Mermet is a division of De Leeuw Ltd

Archetech - Issue 62 2022

Articles inside

Editorial Highlights

Landscaping & External Works

Roofing, Cladding & Facades

Lighting & Electrical

UK Construction Week Preview

Heating, Ventilation & Insulation

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DESIGN LONDON

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GEZA

SKYLAB

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Coatings, Sealings & Paint

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