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Issue 17 2015

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Office Of Mcfarlane Biggar Architects + Designers The Houses at 1340 are a set of three, modern, turnkey homes in North Vancouver designed by mcfarlane biggar architects + designers (omb) for Harbourview Projects.

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Landmark Library Specialist resin systems supplier Resin Surfaces Limited (RSL) was brought in to help with the multi-million pound refurbishment of Manchester’s Central Library.

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Yard House Mews Development, South London The development of this relatively generous but challenging landlocked site in South London is the latest in series of designs that seek to replace a disused warehouse building with a residential complex.

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Bond Bryan’s Advanced Technology Centre The Advanced Technology Centre (ATC), which forms the latest Bond Bryan project at Bradford College, is opening its doors to its first intake of students.

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Kebony Grand Designs Does Kebony Wood Kebony Cladding Featured In Grand Designs Isle Of Wight Project.

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Moduleo Supports Manchester’s DIY SOS Luxury vinyl flooring manufacturer, Moduleo, has offered a helping hand to national charity, Walking with the Wounded and DIY SOS’ biggest build to date

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Kino – Rye Jonathan Dunn Architects The project consists of a collection of Victorian school buildings which were left empty for several years and quickly fell into disrepair.

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House B - Format Elf Architekten The detached single-family house B built in timber frame construction was completed after only six months of construction.

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Naman Villa / MIA Design Studio This is a very high quality project which inspires us a lot, require the most elegant and luxury design can adapt high standard of living but still remains the feeling of the beach.

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Betta Living UK-wide fitted kitchen specialist Betta Living has added three stunning new designs to its comprehensive range of fitted kitchens.

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Winkley Workshop Kirkwood McCarthy A new three storey 2-bedroom residence on the site of a former upholsterer’s workshop.

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Editors Choice Bathrooms & Kitchens Ceilings, Walls & Partitions Coatings, Sealants & Paints Doors, Windows & Fittings Floors & Flooring Glass & Glazing Heating, Ventilation & Insulation Interiors & Interior Design Landscaping & External Works Lifts, Stairs & Balustrades Lighting & Electrical Roofing & Cladding Timber & Timber Frame Tools, Plant & Equipment

Kebony 32 - 34 Naman Villa Pages 66 - 68

Winkley Workshop Pages 82 - 83

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Houses At 1340

Office Of Mcfarlane Biggar Architects + Designers The Houses at 1340 are a set of three, modern, turnkey homes in North Vancouver designed by mcfarlane biggar architects + designers (omb) for Harbourview Projects. Harbourview wanted to increase the density from the one, past-prime family home on the property, and to maximize the site’s unique characteristics: its unobstructed city views to the south and lush ravines — long-admired by Harbourview’s principals — to the north.

They also wanted to gear the project towards a buyer who wants to partake in North Vancouver’s active lifestyle and natural amenities, as well as someone who wants a contemporary design — to stand apart from the typical, north shore bungalow — but without the hassle, cost or time commitment of a custom commission.

Because there was no specific homeowner to create for, the team drew on their own experiences, interests and desires — as though they were the perspective buyers themselves. The team set the homes up to accommodate the challenges and joys of contemporary life, by facilitating a growing, ever-changing family. They also arranged the homes to maximize privacy, creating a feeling of peace and seclusion within the broader, busy urban area.

omb set up the approach to the house to showcase the uniqueness of the aesthetic. Turning down a quiet cul-da-sac, the three identical homes, all clad in shades of grey, step along the sloping lot, resonating with the surrounding greenery as well as the nearby bungalows.

From the street, two-vehicle carports with attached coach houses screen in an interior courtyard and create a sense of privacy on the ground floor. The massing of each home’s second level also plays with privacy. The upper level balconies are recessed within wrap-around enclosures, distinctive forms that are visible from the street, but which block out the site of the neighbours from within.

For the interiors, omb devised floor plans for a multitude of modern living arrangements. Visiting relatives or long-term guests can stay in the coach house, which has a sleeping area.

The basement, with a separate exterior entrance as well as interior stairs, also has a long-term guest suite, with its own bathroom and kitchen — ideal for a nanny or live-in care giver.

Grandparents who don’t want to deal with stairs can stay on the main floor, which has three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The main floor also has a north-facing family room with its own access so that it can turn into an office with separate, at-grade access.

Architects: office of mcfarlane biggar architects + designers www.officemb.ca Photographs: Ema Peter

Because the majority of the bedrooms are on the lower levels, the architects aligned the second floor so that the principal spaces take in the best views.

The more public spaces — the living and dining areas — face south, to Vancouver’s skyline. The more private areas — the kitchen and the master suite — are nestled in the quiet of

the ravine. The best of both views is experienced on the full, rooftop patio.

The stair access is positioned so that it isn’t visible to the neighbours, creating the illusion of a completely flat roof. Once up top, the homeowners will enjoy an uninterrupted survey of their surroundings.

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With subsidies for solar PV installations changing and the cost of installations falling all the time, the concept of capturing all the energy you yield from solar for self-consumption is attractive.

This is regardless of whether you’re connected to the grid or not.

The future cost of electricity from the grid is something of an unknown and, with delays in decisions being made about the build of new capacity to replace our ageing electricity generation plant, the risk of major power outages increases every winter.

Grid quality independent power systems that feature hybrid technology can capture and store energy generated from renewables and interact with either the grid or a conventional diesel generator.

This way yield is maximised and you can make sure that every bit of the energy you generate gets consumed by you.

For those that live off grid (and even those that do not) integrated power solutions offer power supply comparable to the grid in terms of power quality and reliability. In many cases this is a viable and cost effective alternative to what can be an expensive grid connection that you have to wait a considerable period of time to have installed.

micro-hybrid system is optimised. All the energy from your solar PV system will be used to maximum efficiency and, where there is need to run your generator, fuel economy will be maximised, running hours and so fuel costs will then be kept to a minimum and the nuisance of generator noise managed for greatest convenience.

Off Grid Energy are a company that work with standard building blocks that, uniquely, have been tried and tested to meet the requirements of G84 (the standard for connecting generation equipment to the grid), solutions can be customised to specific needs but built as factory assembled equipment rather than something that is cobbled together on site with whatever parts happen to be in the van.

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Living remote from the electricity grid does not have to involve evenings by torchlight or the permanent rumble of a diesel engine.

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Specialist resin systems supplier Resin Surfaces Limited (RSL) was brought in to help with the multi-million pound refurbishment of Manchester’s Central Library.

The Library re-opened to enthusiastic reviews following a three-year refurbishment.

RSL’s brief was to provide a modern flooring solution that complemented the building’s unique neo-classical style.

First opened in 1934, the Grade II*listed building is Britain’s second-largest public library and an important tourist attraction in the city.

The revamp of the library is part of Manchester City Council’s drive to deliver first class, accessible services.

Public entrances have been restored to their 1930s appearance and new staircases and lift shafts inserted to improve access throughout the building.

Stockport-based RSL supplied bespoke flooring systems of R.S Terrazzo and R.S Terrain with R.S Beadgrip for the floor, stairs and ramped areas of the building.

RSL Commercial Director, Martin Wroe, said: “Special projects like this don’t come round very often. You don’t have the opportunity to be involved in one of Manchester’s most iconic buildings every day. We needed to find products that would capture the beauty of the environment and complement its ornate design.

“The end result needed to be functional as well as beautiful, given the amount of traffic expected through the building.

“We also faced the challenge of working alongside a number of other contractors, due to the sheer scale of the project, but the installation ran really smoothly.

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The product was also used as a pre-cast terrazzo system on some stair areas.

R.S Terrain was applied on the ramped areas with R.S Beadgrip for improved slip resistance.

Councillor Rosa Battle, Executive Member for Culture and Leisure for Manchester City Council, said: “From floor to ceiling to its state-of-theart facilities, the transformation of Manchester Central Library has been all about painstaking attention to detail.

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BIM covers all aspects of the project lifecycle and is being driven by UK Government, to ensure that all public sector projects are under-pinned by the creation, collation and exchange or shared 3D models and intelligent structured data that is attached to them. UK Government has defined a minimum requirement for Level 3 BIM by 2016, which defines a series of domain models and the provision of a single electronic environment to store shared data and information.

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The recently completed Herefordshire Archive and Records Centre for Herefordshire Council is a 3,350sqm scheme comprising a concrete repository over three floors and two-storey timber framed building housing offices, public search rooms and education facilities. It incorporates clever architectural design and building construction technology together with high performance materials.

The centre was designed by architects, Architype, who are experienced in delivering to the Passivhaus standard. The facility includes Troldtekt acoustic panels, made with 100% natural wood fibres, which the architects have previously specified for their environmentally friendly schools. The panels’ benefits include high sound absorption, high durability, natural breathability, low cost life cycle performance and sustainability.

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required sophisticated energy solutions and reduced running costs which the preservation and safeguarding of historic documents requires. Research showed that a Passivhaus building would provide the essential airtightness together with high levels of thermal insulation to keep the interior isolated from varying external temperatures and weather conditions. The project also recognises many of the recommendations expressed in a newly published BSI guidance document (PD5454:2012) for the storage and exhibition of archival material.

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Editor’s Choice THE SCHÖCK ISOKORB. AN EFFECTIVE ALTERNATIVE TO WRAPPED PARAPETS.

Located near Highgate in North London, the Chester Balmore project consists of three elegant brick-clad blocks, housing a contemporary collection of 53 super-insulated one, two and three-bedroom flats.The development is designed to achieve Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4 and including the cavity, the walls are half a metre thick and the windows all triple glazed.

Preventing thermal bridging along the parapets is critical for such a high performance development, because as with balconies, parapets can allow conductive materials to transfer energy

through the thermal barrier. The conventional method of insulating parapets is to wrap the perimeter of the wall with an insulation barrier.

However, the Schöck Isokorb type A offers a cost-effective and more thermally efficient alternative. Its 60mm insulation thickness results in low psi-values, therefore significantly reduces heat loss – and there is no wrapping required.

Greater freedom of design is possible and it allows flexible distance between elements according to load requirements. An added benefit is no risk of additional thermal bridging through

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balustrade fixings. Other key factors are durability and water impermeability. The Isokorb type A solution does not require maintenance and there is no risk of expensive restoration due to waterproofing problems. Whereas wrapped components can be likened to an insulated flat roof, with many of the associated problems.

They are prone to damage and almost inevitable repair and maintenance outlay, particularly where railings or covers pierce the insulating layer. With thermally separated parapets, railings and covers can be attached directly into the concrete. The Isokorb type A provides BBA Certification and LABC Registration and meets full compliance with the relevant UK building regulations. In addition, there is also compliance with the Government Standard Assessment Procedure, SAP 2009, concerning CO2 emissions from buildings and respectively heat losses through non-repeating thermal bridges.

For your free copy of the comprehensive 236 page ‘Technical Guide’ and / or a copy of the new Schöck ‘Thermal Bridging Guide’ contact the company on: 01865 290 890 go to www.schoeck.co.uk; or email: design@schoeck.co.uk

Yard House Mews Development, South London The development of this relatively generous but challenging landlocked site in South London is the latest in series of designs that seek to replace a disused warehouse building with a residential complex. Architectural language and materials pallet seen on elevations of this development are influenced by the modern urban themes found in new development in this part of London, although the proposed design also makes a strong reference to the old commercial building that occupied this site. The scheme includes both public and private

amenity spaces that are very generous by contemporary standards.

The design has an urban form of a short street leading to a square from which a short Mews evolves. The proposed development represents the addition of two stand-alone blocks, a detached house and a terrace that respect and assimilate into the existing surroundings, with regard to building type and patterns of spacing, whilst introducing a modern design in response to the context. Height, mass and proportions reflect those found 018

in the wider area and directly respond to the concern of scale raised in the eight unit scheme (previously approved and partly implemented several years ago).

The size of the building sits comfortably on the site, retaining sizeable landscape space, while responding positively to the change in levels. Particular attention was given to the impact of upper level windows on the rear elevation, which are located close to the site boundary and adjoining back gardens. The design envisages a curved elevation that turns into a roof is proposed on this elevation

Yard House Mews Development in order to reduce the massing of all blocks, whilst the windows on upper levels are also part obscured to prevent the views down onto adjoining gardens. The detached house and Block A on the far end of the site have been kept two storey height only in order to minimise the impact on existing houses nearby.

The distances between proposed and existing buildings are greater on the rest of the site and allow for taller construction without creating adverse impact on privacy and outlook from adjoining properties.

scaled development with urban characteristics the public realm is both preserved and enhanced. These features are an integral part of the design led approach to new housing.

The development contains a total of 23 residential units spread across three blocks and comprising a range of one, two and three bedroom apartments and one family house.

The entire development is cut into the site to prevent the impact on adjoining properties. Associated parking is provided in the centre of the site.

The proposal has been designed to re-use this brown field site to enhance it by providing a development with strong sustainable credentials and a character appropriate for the locality. The area is characterised by inconsistent spaces between buildings and boundaries, whilst the road itself contains a variety of different building styles, massing and architectural detailing. The general character of the site is clearly defined by the dominance of the existing warehouse building.

The scheme offers a variety of housing types with an appropriate policy led emphasis towards three bedroom accommodation. Through the creation of an appropriately

The proposed design reflects the urban terraced character of the wider locality in having the scale of the larger terraced houses and regard to the pattern and grain of the existing spaces and streets. Through its position on the site it respects the existing natural landscape features and site topography.

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The impact of the proposal on the character of the area is positive, furthering existing new design trends and traditions. The proposed building has been designed to incorporate current space and amenity standards and will secure sustainable qualities including energy use. The design of the proposal includes off-road parking within landscaped forecourts.

As far as the outlook is concerned, the design is looking to minimise the possibility of overlooking by the introduction of Lumisty view control film and angled slats on upper level openings facing south. The slats (which also contain photovoltaic cells) are not blocking the view as much as directing it downwards towards the landscaped buffer area, whilst the view control film obscures direct views to adjoining gardens in those units closest to adjoining properties. The film, however, allows a clear view through when observed from an angle – this directs the outlook further along the site creating the separation required by planning legislation.

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The proposal has more than 5sqm of space on each dwelling with access to a private amenity space, either in the form of a balcony/ roof terrace on upper levels, or rear garden on ground level units. In addition to the private rear gardens, traditional ‘front gardens’ in front of blocks A/C/D are envisaged, which will help create a feel of an urban mews narrative. A pedestrian footpath separates those gardens from the ‘Liner Park’, a continuous communal space with landscaped areas along the entire southern boundary of site - this will provide a much needed visual and acoustic buffer between the site and adjoining gardens. Finally, there are two further large landscaped spaces at

the east and west ends of the site, one of which is a secure playground area; these both perform valuable leisure and ecological functions. Bike and bin stores are located to the side of the access road with a collection point at the front for easy access.

Within the plan of the parking scheme, turning space has been incorporated along with suitable low level landscaping. Given the proximity to the town centre and the high PTAL rating, the scheme envisages only five parking spaces, located in the central space at the end of the entrance street. The proposal is located in an area with good access to facilities and services in a manner consistent with the wider context.

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Owing to the size, design and position of the proposal on the site, no issues of loss of privacy or overlooking are likely to arise. The presence of landscaping to provide visual screening around the property enhances privacy. In addition, the landscaping will ‘green’ the amenity areas of the proposal creating an attractive communal area. The proposed blocks are to be provided with level access from the public domain and the allocated car parking. Accordingly, the buildings will be physically accessible to all members of the community. The communal areas are both secure and visible. Each block has its own front garden in the traditional manner.

Yard House Mews Development The proposal will incorporate high standards of energy efficiency and address aspects of renewable resources and sustainable design within the development. The development is designed to comfortably achieve Level 4 of Code for Sustainable Homes, with at least 25% reduction in CO2 emissions across the site in line with the London Plan Energy Hierarchy.

The fabric specification and structural frame will include the use of A and A+ rated materials, featuring CLT timber panel structure, low carbon concrete, self-finished materials and zero VoC. The insulation levels will generously exceed the minimum standards of Part L in terms of Uvalue performance, giving the development a total CO2 emission rate of 28,789.34Kg/year and therefore a CO2 offset target of 7,197.33Kg/year

The detached dwelling house on the western end of the site will be designed to Passivhaus Standard and, in addition to measures that will be implemented across the site, will include wireless switching and air source heat pump.

A system of photovoltaic panels will be placed on the roofs, southern elevations and across the communal landscaped areas to reduce the site’s CO2 emissions by at least 25%. This has been calculated to be equivalent to a minimum of 15.6Kwp across the whole site.

Efficient independent heating systems will be provided, with time & temperature zone control & Weather Compensators. These will allow the eventual occupants to exercise maximum control over their heating system and thus reduce energy consumption. Energy

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efficient lamps will be installed in each light fitting, whilst all appliances will carry A+ energy rating. Water consumption is also included in the calculation of a property’s energy consumption and each property will therefore adhere to the requirements of Approved Document G with maximum internal water consumption of 125 litres per person per day.

Further measures, such as grey water recycling, rainwater harnessing and irrigation will also be implemented, whilst ecological value of the site will be improved dramatically through introduction of numerous new plant species.

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Detailed consideration has been given to access requirements and what is generally feasible for the site in its context. The development will comply with the Building Regulations, with easy flat access and appropriate services on the ground floor. Block D ground floor unit closest to the parking area will be fully DDA compliant, whilst doors width and door furniture will be suitable for all members of the community. The nature of the vehicle accesses ensures that all current and future users will have equal and convenient access to buildings and communal spaces.

By reason of location the site is well situated to make use of alternative forms of transport accessible to pedestrians and has an excellent PTAL rating. It is within easy walking distance of Croydon town centre with its wide range of shops, services, leisure facilities as well as a wide range of employment opportunities. It is also very close to a mainline railway station as well as numerous bus services, whilst a primary school lies a very short distance from the site. Cycle parking is provided to the LPA standards, with both communal secure cycle storage and private spaces available.

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The actual day of filming Dragons' Den was amazing. The format has changed this year as we were interviewed before and after we went into the Den. However, we managed to secure investment with Deborah Meaden, despite, the hard time we received from the male Dragons! Deborah Meaden is a wonderful person to have on board. Peter Jones was a true gent.

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Essentially it is designed around a standard double socket space using the same module components already being used throughout the globe. Sync-box is recessed by 40mm and has a unique cover plate which when in location, has a slender 10mm profile. Therefore, it is now possible to install a new ultra thin LCD or LED screen with all cables connected professionally and stylishly behind the screen.

Problem solved.

The AV industry is changing quickly and none more so than flat screen TV. It was becoming impossible to mount a flat screen to the wall professionally. We came up with the idea of recessing the cables and connections, which would solve the problem of mounting flat screen TV’s to a wall. We quickly started down the road of designing and prototyping Sync-box!

Dragons Den After a year of trading, Sync-box was growing quickly. We had sold 3,000 units worldwide with large enquiries coming through from major developers. We have designed and prototyped other products to run with the Sync-box product range and realised we required funding to take Sync-box to the next level. Having approached various investment channels, it was proving to be a long and painful process. We considered applying to Dragons' Den for investment as we were confident of the product and thought it can’t be anymore long-winded or painful than other avenues of investment we had tried!

Feedback.

Since appearing in the Den, the phone and email enquiries have exploded. We have received multiple calls from various distributors, world-wide. We are talking to a large distributor, based in Dubai whom approached us after seeing the show.

This is with regard to supplying Sync-box to three brand new Trump Hotels in India and one in Dubai! The AV industry’s reaction has also been fantastic. We have received so many kind words and congratulation messages!

Plans for the future.

Initially we are looking to grow the Sync-box product range.

This includes a dry wall version (for plaster board walls) and high end metal cover plates for the multimillion £ complexes. It is our intention to grow the business to a £5m turnover in three years by gaining a large presence in the US as well as EMEA. We also have other product solution ideas which we would like to take to market. www.sync-box.com

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ANTI SLIP

FLOOR TREATMENT SLIPSTOP, the UK’s leading specialist in anti-slip floor treatments, keep winning prestigious contracts.

With more than 30 years experience and an impressive track record “Your feet couldn’t be in better hands”.

For more information contact SLIPSTOP on 01530 813500 or e-mail at info@slipstop.co.uk

SHANGRI-LA at THE SHARD, LONDON At the newly opened Shangri-la Hotel in London, all the marble shower floors have been treated by SLIPSTOP.

MV Britannia is a cruise ship of the P&O Cruises fleet. At 143,000 GT, Britannia is the largest of eight ships currently in service with P&O Cruises and she is also the flagship of the fleet, taking the honour from Oriana. She officially entered service on 14 March 2015 and was named by Queen Elizabeth II. The ship was built by Fincantieri at its shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy and SLIPSTOP carried out anti-slip treatments to all Marble, Granite and tiled floors in public areas during her crossing from Monfalcone to Southampton. SLIPSTOP has also done the same work on the other ships of the same class, Royal Princess and Regal Princess for Princess Cruises.

The Savoy Hotel in London was closed in December 2007 for extensive renovations and reopened in October 2010.

SLIPSTOP was contracted to apply anti-slip treatment to the bathrooms before the reopening.

Editor’s Choice

DAYLIGHT LEADS IN LEEDS COLLEGE

The new campus for Leeds College of Building was designed by architects Fuse Studios as the result of winning a major design competition. Using its skills to seamlessly integrate architecture and interiors, Fuse has fulfilled the College’s brief to promote the use of modern materials and construction methods, so the new project becomes an educational demonstration in its own right, as well as supporting BREEAM excellence. Materials specified included the diffused daylighting Kalwall cladding and roofing system.

Consistent with the winning design was a desire for internal transparency between all areas and a naturally-lit teaching environment which would not generate excessive solar heat gains. At the same time, it was recognised that too much glazing could distract the students, so the solution was to use translucent Kalwall.

Derek Whitehead, Deputy Principal, Leeds College of Building, comments “We’re really pleased we went with the Kalwall solution for this project. The extra daylight really enhances the space and makes it very airy, light and bright. This has the benefits of not only reducing our energy consumption on one hand but, more importantly, creates a pleasant ambient light which enhances the health and well-being of our students and staff.”

Widely specified for educational projects and unlike conventional glazing, this system limits external views while admitting high levels of diffused daylight without shadows and glare or the stark contrasts of light and shade. Even on cloudy days, the interior is flooded with natural daylight, which means less artificial lighting and, because Kalwall is highly insulating, energy costs are reduced.

Kalwall is distributed in England, Wales and Northern Ireland by Structura UK, a leading supplier, fabricator and installer of glass curtain walling, rainscreens,

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glass atria, windows and other architectural glass building products.

The company has had all three of its ISO certifications successfully renewed for three years: OHSAS 18001 Health and Safety Management, ISO 14001 Environmental Management certification and ISO 9001 Quality Management certification.

Case studies and technical information are available from Structura UK Ltd Tel: 01233 501 504 Or visit www.structura-uk.com/kalwall

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NEW Mini space-saving recycling bin stacks up Leafield Environmental has introduced a smaller 32 litre recycling unit to their best-selling EnviroStack range.

The new mini version can stack on top of the existing 52 litre version, as a set of three or individually.

Its compact and discreet design makes it ideal for small offices, kitchens or narrow corridors to collect different types of waste in one flexible unit.

WRAP colour coded lids and recycling labels available as standard.

A set of two of the 52 litre unit starts from £114 and a set of three of the 32 litre starts from £140.

Email: comms@leafield-environmental.com Web: www.leafieldrecycle.com Tel: 01225 816500

Skanska Specifies Cygnus Wireless Alarm System For New City Building

The Monument Building in the heart of the City of London is one of the current projects to use Bull Products latest Cygnus wireless alarm system during construction works.

Skanska has been using the Bull Products system since construction started last year. The construction group recognised the benefits of the Cygnus wireless alarm system and specified some 26 units for installation across all 10 floors of the building project. The Cygnus alarm system can link as many as 480 alarm and detector units in different zones on a construction site, and individual units can be fire alarm call points, first aid alerts, combined call points and first aid alerts, smoke detectors or heat detectors.

Bull Products offers a full one-year guarantee on all Cygnus devices and provides high levels of technical, on-site and after-sales service support in addition to its standard maintenance contracts.

Further information is available from Bull Products by visiting the company’s website at www.bullproducts.co.uk

Engaging Sales Brochure Details Celsius Solid Roof

Is Your Structural Waterproofing Design Robust Enough For a Warranty?

For further information visit www.synseal.com

For further information about INK Technical Services please visit – www.inktechnicalservices.com

Installer and homeowner enquiries for Synseal’s innovative Celsius Solid Roof are now fully supported by an informative new sales brochure entitled “Quick to fit, strong and warm… the right roof for the job.”

This engaging and well-presented 24-page publication provides full technical details to illustrate how the product components are delivered to site in kit format to exactly meet project specifications and then swiftly fitted together to build a truly warm roof construction.

Celsius Solid Roof uses a skeleton of specially-engineered C24 construction grade structural timbers to form ridge and hip assemblies that neatly receive the Kingspan TEK Building System structural insulated panels and, because no aluminium is used, any possibility of cold bridging is eradicated. The brochure fully explains this fundamental technical advantage along with sections outlining end-user benefits, speed of installation, key suppliers.

Are your structural waterproofing designs based on a risk assessment produced by a qualified specialist? Have you appointed a waterproofing specialist at an early stage of the design? If not then a building insurance company is unlikely to issue you with a warranty.

BS 8102: 2009 and NHBC standards now include recommendations that any waterproofing system designs are based upon an appropriate risk assessment and produced by someone suitably qualified.

INK Technical Services helps housebuilders and architects meet the standards’ requirements so insurance companies are satisfied that a robust waterproofing system is in place.

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RMIG appears on The House That 100k Built

RMIG has helped an ambitious couple on BBC TWO show The House That 100k Built to successfully build their dream home in Burnley. The world’s leading perforated materials specialist was shown on the programme and delivered an eye-catching perforated decorative panel that would transform the dull staircase into a striking centrepiece of the home’s downstairs.

RMIG worked very closely with Wajid and Anam during the consultation period and specified a 3mm thick aluminium screen featuring Islamic script that was extremely personal to the couple. Using its innovative ImagePerf technology, RMIG expanded on Anam’s artistic designs and produced a stylish and tasteful floor to ceiling perforated screen.

With the couple’s time and budget constraints in mind, RMIG delivered the high quality and stunning screen in a cost and time effective manner.

RMIG can perforate sheet metal to meet any desired style, producing limitless designs and patterns to achieve unique and attention-grabbing architectural visions.

For further information visit www.RMIG.com

Synseal Group Supports BBC DIY SOS War Veterans Project

Synseal group companies Masterdor Ltd and Sheerframe Ltd have helped Nick Knowles and the BBC DIY SOS team to transform properties in Manchester and create high quality homes suitable for British war veterans and local community residents.

In BBC1’s two-part special, the DIY SOS team delivered its most ambitious project to date when it agreed to refurbish more than 60 houses in Manchester’s New Street and Canada Street Masterdor Ltd was delighted to supply 15 composite residential doors with Sheerframe outer frames on the project and supplier partners Select Engineering Asia, UAP Hardware and Distinction Doors also contributed associated door components free of charge. The Masterdor doors were expertly fitted by Glen Bracek of CLG Joinery who provided on-site installation services.

Sheerframe Ltd provided PVC-U extrusions for energyefficient windows in the 66 homes.

For further information visit: www.synseal.com

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Bond Bryan’s Advanced Technology Centre At Bradford College Opens Its Doors The Advanced Technology Centre (ATC), which forms the latest Bond Bryan project at Bradford College, is opening its doors to its first intake of students this week.

Being adjacent to the much talked about David Hockney Building, also designed by Bond Bryan Architects and shortlisted for a number of awards, this new addition further adds to the impressive portfolio of Bradford College.

The eco-friendly campus, measuring 3,600m², features solar panels, a bio-diverse roof and super-efficient plant, putting the building on track to achieve BREEAM excellent rating. The design creates a flexible solution that is distinctive, a high quality addition to Great Horton Road, complementing the new campus and adding to the regeneration of Bradford.

Matt Hutton, Associate Director at Bond Bryan Architects, explained: “Having previously worked with Bradford College we were excited to deliver yet another outstanding facility for students, staff and local businesses alike. The brief was to provide a building which compliments the much larger David Hockney Building in terms of vision and educational aspiration, with a series of multi use flexible spaces for teaching and learning that encompass traditional classrooms as well as high tech laboratory environments to support realistic working environments.

It was like creating Big Brother’s Little Brother in fact!”

Andy Welsh, CEO of Bradford College Group commented: “Our new £10m Advanced Technology Centre provides an opportunity to work collaboratively with local employers to develop a space that responds to skills shortages by using the very latest technologies to shape innovation in the local economy.”

The project was funded by the Skills Funding Agency and Bradford Council and BAM were appointed as contractor delivering the project on time and budget ready for the start of the academic year. www.bondbryan.com 029

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Grand Designs Does Kebony Wood Kebony Cladding Featured In Grand Designs Isle Of Wight Project

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stunning family home was recently completed on the south coast of the Isle of Wight as part of Channel 4’s programme ‘Grand Designs’, designed by architect Lincoln Miles.

After a near-death experience, Bram and Lisa Vis decided to take life by the horns and build a unique large family home for themselves, family and friends.

With floor to ceiling windows looking out to sea and features including a snug, a games room and roof terrace with a swimming pool, the family home is the epitome of the best-of-the-best. Having been inspired by nature, international modernism and the open plan simplicity of the Farnsworth House by Mies van der Rohe, the new build is clad with Kebony wood which brings to the Grand Design the camouflage, beauty and quality which was so desired. Having started the project in March 2013, the new family home is now complete.

The Isle of Wight is renowned for its 1950s conservative style of housing, everything that this Grand Design was not planned to be. Therefore, the 9,000 sq ft home was renovated to blend seamlessly with the ancient woodland and beaches which surrounded the property. Innovative, modern and striking cladding was therefore an important aspect of the design.

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To reflect the natural surroundings of the trees and skyline large panes of glass were used. Pebble dashing, sourced from a local beach, was used on the lower walls to give the house a more natural look and feel. Black stacked-paper cladding was also used to create a shadow-effect around the build. Finally, Kebony wood was used in order to further emphasise the natural and organic aspects of the design. For this particular project, Kebony beams of maple and pine wood are cooked with alcohol and pressure, turning their soft wood properties into a hard wood. The result is a beautiful and maintenance-free finish. Overall, the innovative cladding breaks up the house against the natural setting.

Developed in Norway, the Kebony technology is an environmentally friendly process, which enhances the properties of sustainable softwood species, such as clear and character grade pines, with a bio-based liquid. The process permanently modifies the wood cell walls giving Kebony premium hardwood characteristics which make it suitable for interior and exterior applications.

Lincoln Miles commented: “This has been an incredible project to work on; the whole process was a journey that closely involved the owners. We took our time deciding on which products we wanted to use, that would be sustainable and durable. We chose Kebony for the nature look and the fact that it is so maintenance free. I look forward to working again with Kebony as an architect and specifier in the future.”

Adrian Pye commented “This house blends beautifully with its surroundings, and works extremely well with the other materials used. Kebony wood helps projects like these to achieve their desired look without compromising on environmental credentials. We hope it is a home that is enjoyed for many years to come.”

For further information on Lincon Miles, including his past and future work, please visit his website www.lincolnmilesarchitecture.com

Bathrooms, Washrooms & Kitchens

THE MODERN EVOLUTION OF LIMESTONE EFFECT TILES

A new take on the look of Limestone, Evolve is a mixture of the fabulous qualities of natural stone and a modern palette of colour options.

Each tile features a distinctly natural persona, showcasing lifelike features such as cloudy speckles and tonal movement. Luminescent in colour quality, the tiles in the Evolve range glisten with delicate highlights, which are contrasted by shadowy spots of tone.

Centred on a core group of four neutral shades, the range although small, has a colour that will suit almost any occasion.

From a milky beige, to a sensual grey, the range is rounded off with a rustic taupe and a warm brown.

Perfect for both residential projects and commercial zones, the tiles in this range are available in an anti slip R11 finish, which provides a fantastic level of slip resistance and reliability.

Two sizes can be selected, 300x600mm and 600x600mm, providing the flexibility for both floor and wall applications.

A transformative range, Evolve can be the centre point of any modern scheme bringing a chic, urban aesthetic.

For more information and to order free samples of this range, get in touch with a member of the Solus Ceramics sales team.

T: 0121 753 0777 E: sales@solusceramics.com W:www.solusceramics.com

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Bathrooms & Kitchens

Clever Corian® from CD UK makes a kitchen chic.

CD UK has supplied DuPont™ Corian® to a refurbishment by bespoke kitchen company Jack Trench in London.

The contemporary kitchen was designed to fit a relatively small footprint whilst providing plenty of work surfaces.

To facilitate this, the Jack Trench team designed a hob cover made from Corian® with a mechanism that allows the cover to lift without resistance and close gradually, safely and silently. The Corian® hob cover makes for a clear space when not cooking and doubles up as a breakfast bar area and food preparation area, keeping the hob concealed most of the time.

All worktops, doors and panels are clad in Corian® and a further individual touch was added with a custom-made door, also in Corian®, to the integrated wine cooler.

Corian® splashbacks were fitted throughout, alongside an integrated Corian® sink with a bespoke chopping board.

CD UK Ltd 0113 201 2240 www.cdukltd.co.uk

The Award Winning Button-fix is the must have fixing!

Button-fix is an extra strong, secret fixing for panels. It is already being used by furniture manufacturers, fit-out companies and bathroom installers.

It’s easy to align and fit with the Button part of the fixing safely locking home with a ‘click’! Which type of Button or Fix depends on your particular application!

Button-fix has been designed to be incredibly strong with the original Type 1 being tested and certified by independent test house ‘Sandberg.’

For further information please contact Butom Fix – W: www.button-fix.com E: info@button-fix.com T: 020 8150 7190.

First class surfaces for student halls

Manchester student accommodation, Liberty Living at Sir Charles Groves Hall, has recently been refurbished to include Max-Top Quartz surfaces in all 78 flats.

Auxillium Property Solutions Ltd managed the project and selected the Diamond White Sparkle worktop for all kitchen and breakfast bars in the halls due to its durability and stylish finish.

Dale Cross, managing director of Auxillium Property Solutions Ltd, commented: “Max-Top Quartz offered a solution that was easy to install, aesthetically pleasing and above all, more durable than standard laminate worktops – a factor that is extremely important for student accommodation.”

Max-Top Quartz, which is available in up to 10 finishes and comes with a 25 year guarantee, is a unique product in the surface market.

For more information about Max-Top please visit www.maxtopquartz.co.uk or visit the Max-Top YouTube page to watch a short installation video.

Aqata

Roman’s Liberating Experience

Roman, international leading shower designer and manufacturer has launched their new Liber8 Collection, which is freed from the shackles of traditional bathroom design, with its ultra-modern and minimalist focus.

The Liber8 Collection presents an exceptional selection of frameless hinged door products, presenting an array of sizes and configurations to fit in with different bathroom layouts.

The elegant enclosures stand at a height of 2000mm with 8mm thick toughened glass. There is the option of a bright silver chrome or warm brushed nickel finish on all components including the elongated sleek hinges; designer handle; and bracing bar, allowing you to choose the finish that best complements your bathroom décor.

The Liber8 Collection does of course include Roman’s Ultra Care pre-coated glass protection system, which promotes easy cleaning, and lasting clarity and sparkle of the glass. They are also accompanied with Roman’s service backed Truelife Lifetime Guarantee – providing you with complete peace of mind.

For further information visit – www.roman-showers.com

Kaldewei

The new Spectra SP462 Double Door Recess option features hinged inward opening doors allowing easy access to the shower. It offers a simple yet practical solution for compact bathrooms, allowing maximum showering space outside the shower area whilst providing ample showering room inside. Forming part of the company’s contemporary frameless Spectra range of shower enclosures and screens, the new model is characterized by spans of 8mm toughened clear glass. Its polished chrome finish profiles are fully adjustable allowing the two ergonomically designed doors to close effortlessly onto discreet clear door seals, creating an effective and secure water barrier.

Made of Kaldewei 3.5mm steel enamel, the Scona floor-level shower surface offers a modern design with superior material quality and a highly attractive price to performance ratio. Now available in 44 sizes from 75 x 80 cm through to 100 x 180 cm, Scona is a flexible solution for different spatial requirements, featuring a central circular waste set within the perfectly square or rectangular surface.

Along with the popular bathroom colours, Kaldewei offers the Scona shower surface in the exclusive matt colours of the Coordinated Colours Collection. The enamelled shower surface therefore blends harmoniously with natural surfaces made of wood and stone.

For stockists contact Aqata.

Tel. 01455 896 500 E-mail: sales@aqata.co.uk www.aqata.co.uk

For stockist information contact Kaldewei.

Tel. 01480 498053 E. info-uk@kaldewei.com W. www.kaldewei.co.uk

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arget has been devising solutions for nearly 20 years. In that time it has produced nearly 100 unique standard details, based on the hundreds of design specifications that its engineers have worked on. Whilst similar it is safe to say that jobs are rarely the same.

In 1998 Target launched its Heli Pile, an awardwinning, unique foundation system that is simply hammer driven into the ground causing it to rotate as it goes.

Produced in one metre sections, lengths are screwed together during installation and tested until the required load is achieved. If the load is not achieved, another length is attached. Heli Pile can achieve loads in excess of 100 kN. This installation method is in stark contrast to traditional foundation methods which involve digging deeper and deeper if adequate ground bearing is not achieved.

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It is very easy to create a pit that is three or four metres deep and fill it full of concrete, but costs will start to multiply once soil is removed and used as land fill, even without taking into consideration the mess and environmental cost of pumping concrete.

By contrast, Heli Piles can be capped in a ring beam that is just 450mm deep or, with Target’s innovative bracketing system, the structure can be fixed directly with no concrete at all.

Did you know? ● Concrete production is responsible for 5% of the world’s carbon emissions.

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● Every year, on average three tonnes of concrete will be consumed by every person on the planet.

Heli Pile installation in 450mm ring beam

● through a cored hole in concrete ● near services or tree roots ● between 1m and 10m deep ● in 450mm of concrete… or none!

Heli Pile is manufactured from part recycled aluminium alloy Al-Si7Mg with stainless steel connectors making it an excellent solution for both permanent and temporary structures.

If used on temporary foundations, once the structure is removed, Heli Pile can be simply removed and recycled or even covered over to be used again at a later date.

Heli Pile requires very little equipment to install, saving costs on both plant and labour. The 64kg special hammer driver is connected to a compressor which can be situated remotely from the work.

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Because of the small size of the compact machinery, Heli Pile can be installed wherever a person can walk - and sometimes where they can’t.

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A small number of bricks were removed from the building wall to access the retaining wall behind.

Heli Pile was installed through the retaining wall as a ground anchor, and secured with a stainless steel pattress plate. Point loads were spread across the entire wall by utilising a Bar Flex beam.

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On a recent repair project for Gloucestershire CC, Target designed a method of accessing a retaining wall that was located closely behind the wall of a building that may be demolished at a later date.

With headroom of just 600mm, Target also had to ensure that the building wall was made good, ready for the storage of materials.

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Heli Pile works…

Target’s service is fully inclusive - Target Structural will perform a full site survey to identify the problem. Target Fixings will create the repair specification that will solve the problem, before passing it back to Target Structural to quote and carry out the necessary works.

Independent guarantees are an option with all of the work that Target carries out.

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For experts and professionals in the industry, Target also organises CPD seminars in various locations throughout the UK. In addition, bespoke presentations are available on request for larger practices.

For technical advice relating to your project, call Target Fixings on 01672 812 900. If you would prefer an expert to visit your site, please find your local Target Structural branch at targetstructural.co.uk

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Coatings, Sealants & Paints

Dulux Trade Unveils the Masters Series Celebrating excellence in the decorating industry

We all like a job well done, which is why Dulux Trade has launched the Masters Series to recognise outstanding professional decorating work. Part of the company’s Champions of Colour initiative, the company is seeking Dulux Trade Masters - six of the most skilled decorators from across the trade who exhibit the ultimate in decorating skill and confidence in colour. Each month from now until 9th December 2015, two professionals will have their work promoted and celebrated as well as receive exclusive rewards including a weekend for two in Amsterdam, the home of AkzoNobel, parent company of Dulux Trade.

It’s not too late to enter. Decorators and those who specify the job such as architects, contractors or facilities managers can submit an entry or nominate at – www.duluxtradepaintexpert.co.uk/masters Upload two or more photos of the finished project and a brief outline of the work they undertook

Worktops Stay New With Osmo Eco-friendly wood and finishes expert, Osmo UK, offers TopOil, an interior wood finishing treatment, designed to keep wooden kitchen worktops as beautiful as the day they were installed.

Made with natural plant oils and waxes, TopOil accentuates the wood’s natural beauty and leaves a flawless water-repellent and resistant finish. Suitable for all wooden worktops and general internal joinery, Osmo TopOil is easy to use. Two to three coats of the oil (depending on the wood species) will allow the homeowner to enjoy glorious wooden worktops for years to come.

For further information visit – www.osmouk.com/sitechapter.cfm?chapter=61&page=236

Harris Brushes Launches New Product Range Exclusively For Independent Retailers

Harris Brushes has added to its expanding portfolio and launched a brand new range of paint brushes, that are available exclusively to its independent retailers.

The Artisan range includes four brushes; the Angled, Round, Flat and Fitch brush, each available in three sizes.

Designed and developed with the consumer in mind, this new collection allows customers to paint with more control, ease and accuracy.

Stuart Hobbs, Sales and Marketing Director at Harris comments: “This is no normal paint brush range. It is in fact a selection of specialist brushes that have been designed and developed to help consumers paint those tricky areas much faster but with accuracy and detail. The synthetic bristles pick up the precise quantity of paint for completing detailed areas and the fine tips help to give a smooth finish.

For further details on this range of brushes visit – www.harrisbrushes.com

JOHNSTONE’S QUENCHES PUB’S THIRST FOR RENOVATION ULTRA THIN HEAT REFLECTIVE COATING Up to 35% energy savings from a 1mm internal coating Comparable to conventional EWI and IWI but at half the installed cost The simplest, most cost effective solution for hard-to-treat properties.

INNOVATIVE NANO-TECHNOLOGY AT IT’S CORE

Johnstone’s Trade has played a starring role in the refurbishment of an old theatre, which is now a popular pub in Ipswich.

The historic 18th Century building known locally as ‘The Old Rep’ was originally the town’s theatre, and remains one of the area’s most attractive buildings. It was transformed into a pub when the theatre moved and became the New Wosley Theatre in 2001, and has recently undergone an extensive renovation, with J&D Decorators using Johnstone’s products throughout.

Johnstone’s Covaplus Vinyl Matt proved the perfect choice for the huge expanses of wall surface and the large ceiling in the pub, which retained its high ceilings as a key part of the design. Applied in a range of colours, which were carefully chosen to complement the pub’s new contemporary design, Johnstone’s Covaplus ensured a high quality finish and even appearance was achieved.

Aero-Therm absorbs radiant energy, quickly warming the walls to room temperature, then emits any excess heat back into the room, creating “thermal comfort”.

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Doors, Windows & Fittings

Contemporary Style And Natural Ventilation Combine In New Children’s Hospital Facility

More Colours Stocked For Global Conservatory Roofs

Brio For Sliding Doors Single Run Top Performance

For further information visit www.cmswindows.com.

For further information contact Mark Schlotel on 01623 446207 email mark.schlotel@synseal.com or visit http://www.synseal.com

For further information call : 0191 229 1224 Or visit our website: www.briouk.com

Sheerframe Doors Can Resist The Floods

Door selection made easy with Vicaima

Morley Glass and Glazing

Windows, doors and curtain walling manufactured and installed by CMS Window Systems have played a key role in creating the ideal internal environment within a stylish facility created to support the families of children undergoing treatment at the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow. This ‘home from home’ facility provides free to use amenities and accommodation, including 30 bedrooms and plenty of outdoor green space, for families of sick children from all over Scotland.

More than 65 windows were manufactured by CMS using Metal Technology’s System 8 curtain walling system for the outerframes and their 4-20 thermally broken casement system for the opening vents. These large opening vents all feature parallel opening hinges to deliver much greater natural ventilation within individual rooms for a healthier internal environment.

CMS also manufactured and installed over seven entrance doors created using the Metal Technology 5-20D system.

Sheerframe flood doors have been independently accredited and Kitemarked to meet the specifications of PAS 1188-1 (Flood Protection Products Part 1: Building Aperture Products) for single and double doors.

At the respected test centre at HR Wallingford, inward opening Sheerframe PVC-U doors recorded “no leakage” at 0.6 metre external submersion under static test over 48 hours.

The doors also remained watertight under dynamic tests simulating waves and rapidly moving water. French doors are also approved with just 0.001 litres of ingress after 48 hours, which compares most favourably to the standard test pass leak rate of up to 1000 ml/m/hour.

Sheerframe flood doors not only hold water out but, unlike the alternative of flood boards, they function easily and look like normal doors. In addition, they are fitted with specialist hardware to provide near impregnable watertightness and achieve PAS 24 levels of security.

For further information visit: www.synseal.com

All colour options for Synseal’s Global conservatory roofs and Global Summer hybrid orangeries are now available directly from stock, to reduce lead times for these popular aluminium and PVC-U glazed roofing products which are supplied as made to measure kits to thousands of industry installers through Synseal’s extensive network of fabricator partners.

In addition to White, the stock colour range now includes Anthracite Grey, Black/Brown, Chartwell Green, Cream, Golden Oak and Cherrywood.

“While traditional White is clearly the favourite finish for all our footprint styles of conservatories and orangeries, the continued surge in demand for alternative contemporary colour options is only going to increase as more and more consumers look for something a bit different” comments Synseal’s Head of Marketing Mark Schlotel

Choosing the right interior door can often seem like a daunting task, especially when there is so much to consider. Performance, fire certification, dimensions, assembly options, budget and of course the ever important creative design all play a key role in the decision making process. Now Vicaima make the job so much easier with the publication of their new Interior Door Selector brochure Full of inspired interior door designs, Vicaima’s new priced brochure really does offer something for everyone.

Available both in printed format and for download via their website, this 50 page booklet sets out product ranges in a clear and concise format. Each section includes quality colour imagery to illustrate the range design potential, together with easy to reference individual door pictures to ensure the chosen door is right for you.

To download your copy of the new Interior Door Selector, visit www.vicaima.com and select brochures or call 01793 532333 for a printed copy 44

Brio, the leading architectural sliding and folding door hardware manufacturer, has developed a wide range of fixings for both exterior and interior sliding doors in its Single Run portfolio.

Brio’s Single Run system is a precisely engineered, high quality top hung system capable of bearing a large number of weight capacities. The range includes hardware for inside and outside applications in all domestic and commercial applications.

Single Run can cope with top hung sliding doors from lightweight 60kg interior doors to 350kg leaves suitable for rugged agricultural applications.

All Brio Single Run Architectural Systems offer quiet finger-tip control through the combination of track profile, precision bearings and nylon tyred wheels.

Is the UK’s largest manufacturer of ScreenLine® integral blinds, has seen 29% annual growth in sales of its Uni-Blinds® sealed units with 22mm and 27mm cavities due to increased demand for larger windows including sliding patio doors.

Ian Short, managing director, explains: “Typical domestic windows and doors feature 28mm sealed units with a 20mm cavity, into which we can fit ScreenLine® integral blinds, in a wide range of colour options. However, there is growing demand for larger windows and doors – both for the domestic and commercial markets – which require 22mm or 27mm cavities. Our Uni-Blinds® sealed units with ScreenLine® integral blinds inside can be fitted into doors and windows as large as 2 metres high and 2 metres wide.

“It’s the quality and breadth of our product range that makes us the ideal partner for fabricators and installers looking to enhance their profit opportunities and provide their customers with excellent choice and service. And all our blinds are available in just 10 days.”

For further information visit– www.morleyglass.co.uk

Doors Windows & Fittings

HOT STUFF FROM GARADOR Garador’s newly launched FrontGuard Plus range of entrance doors is the perfect answer for the coming winter weather. Along with eye-catching modern looks, the range is all about outstanding thermal performance and substantial energy saving.

Garador’s FrontGuard Plus doors are available in Modern and Contemporary ranges, both of which have been designed to complement more progressive and forward thinking building projects, as well as new builds. Each FrontGuard Plus door features durable, water-proof rubber seals on all four sides of the door panel, to keep rain and wind outside.

The door leaf itself is filled with 65mm thick high-density polyurethane foam, providing fantastic thermal efficiency with overall U-Values down to 0.81 W/m2k. The door is constructed around a sturdy aluminium frame with a thermal break and insulating polyurethane foam built into the frame to further minimise heat loss and eliminate thermal bridges.

FrontGuard Plus doors can be fitted to open inwards or outwards and are available in a choice of colours and wood effect finishes together with many options.

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for Garador’s redesigned fleet of delivery vehicles with fresh clean lines and modern styling Garador’s lorries now reflect its modern image; complementing Garador’s leadership in not only garage doors, but also in service and delivery.

The vehicles are fitted with automatic lifting and secure sections to ensure garage doors arrive in perfect condition. Garador also provides a telephone notification service, where a member of the Garador transport team calls 7 days before delivery date, and again 24 hours beforehand, to help customers plan for when the door arrives.

Find out more about Garador’s FrontGuard Plus Doors together with their full range of garage doors at www.garador.co.uk or call 01935 443799.

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LIVINGWOOD OFFERS A CLEAR VIEW OF TOP QUALITY DOORS & WINDOWS

Livingwood Windows has recently invested into new state-of-theart factory, allowing directors Toby Golding and Antony Jackson to manufacture their own aluminium products and create a larger showroom. The company – also celebrating its tenth anniversary - offers Reynaers at Home aluminium and wooden doors (entrance, bi-fold, French and sliding) and windows (flush casement, tilt and turn, sliding sash and sliding) to its national customer base. The company has gone from strength to strength; it has created an excellent reputation among those designing and building their own home or planning improvements.

For futher information Tel:01284 764 045 or visit: www.livingwoodwindows.co.uk

HOW OAKLAND PROJECTS HELPED TO PUT THE SPRING BACK INTO VISPRING Luxury building firm Oakland Projects recently helped to put back the Spring back into ViSpring, the company that is renowned as the world’s leading mattress and bed supplier. ViSpring has just completed a major rebranding complete with a new logo which will help take the premier bed company into orbit.

As part of the rebranding one important task was the complete refitting of ViSpring’s retail display area situated in the basement section of And So To Bed at its flagship outlet in Chelsea, central London. And So to Bed is a prestigious slumber specialist with over 30 stores throughout the UK. As the Kings Road outlet is open seven days a week it was important that the refurbishment project be completed with the minimum disruption and within the shortest period possible. To achieve its aims ViSpring called in London based Oakland Projects, a company that has worked closely with both ViSpring and And So to Bed over the past five years.

Just six weeks was allowed for the completion of the project, which included demolition of interior walls and ceilings and the stripping out of all electrical wiring, the installation of new walls, ceilings, wiring, flooring and decoration, all to be completed as quietly as possible so as not to disturb customers overhead.

The 3,000 sq ft area was fitted out with new plasterboard ceiling and walls finished in white and two-tone grey while the floor was completed using bleached oak. A hi tech lighting system was also installed with new graphics and light boxes with dimmable lighting schemes to match the 16 bed themes, which included light new fabrics.

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The work was completed on time for the new launch for the rebranding of the ViSpring company name and new logo to confirm the company’s position as the number one luxury bed and mattress supplier in the world with beds costing anything from £3,000 to £80,000. The new display area now features 16 bed displays with new beds, mattresses, fabrics, head boards and divan bases with ambient lighting designed to make customers feel at home.

With nearly 30 years’ practical experience, covering all market sectors, Oakland Projects has the benefit of a nationwide labour force. The company specialises in luxury construction, fit-outs, upgrades, extensions and refurbishment programmes with a realistic work schedule for all clients.

Oakland Projects now features a new website which showcases the company’s luxury building company’s impressive range of services, including bespoke shop fitting contracts. You can now view the company at www.oaklandprojects.co.uk or email info@oaklandprojects.co.uk

Moduleo Supports Manchester’s DIY SOS Luxury vinyl flooring manufacturer, Moduleo, has offered a helping hand to national charity, Walking with the Wounded and DIY SOS’ biggest build to date – its veteran special project, in Manchester, which aired on Wednesday 14th October.

The build was the show’s biggest ever project and saw the transformation of a derelict street in the Newton Heath area of the city, with Moduleo donating 421m2 of flooring.

David Bigland, managing director of Moduleo UK and Eire, comments: “The work that Nick Knowles and his team at DIY SOS has done for these former soldiers is incredible, and we’re thrilled to have been a part of it.

“In just a few short weeks the street has been completely transformed and has now become home for a number of former servicemen and women– many of which have been injured during battle, so it’s amazing that our products have been beneficial in creating that homely feel for so many people.”

Products including the Blackjack Oak and Classic Oak from its Transform collection, and the Country Oak from its Select range were selected for areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, dining rooms and living rooms.

Moduleo’s flooring was used throughout ten of the houses. The products used have outstanding durability, scuff and stainresistance and excellent heat and sound insulation.

David concludes: “We have absolutely loved being a part of this fantastic project, the street looks incredible and we look forward to working with the DIY SOS team again in the not-too-distant future.”

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As a global top three manufacturer selling 100m sqm of vinyl flooring every year since 1997, Moduleo has a strong heritage. The company handles every stage of the design and manufacture process from start to finish at its state-of-the-art, ecofriendly facility in Belgium.

For further information about Moduleo, please visit www.moduleo.co.uk or contact the team on 01332 851 500

Kino – Rye Jonathan Dunn Architects

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he project consists of a collection of Victorian school buildings which were left empty for several years and quickly fell into disrepair. Local residents rallied to over turn a planning approval to develop the site into housing. A local volunteer group named Fletcher in Rye were formed – named after playwright John Fletcher who was born in the building opposite.

Fletcher in Rye purchased the site after the housing scheme had been overturned with the aim of preserving the site for future generations as well as promoting film and the arts in Rye. The site is in the heart of Rye’s Citadel, a highly protected conservation area with very awkward site access. The design intention was to re-use as much of the existing building as possible and remove the remodelled 1950’s elements and strategically using openings that had been formed previously.

The main auditorium extends from the central existing block and uses the natural sloping gradient to form the raked seating platforms. The smaller auditorium is formed in the opposite direction which creates level access to both auditoriums yet both cross over at the highest point allowing shared air handling plant between the 2 auditoria.

The plan was formed by striking key sight lines from the site to form the angular extensions. The concept was to open up the views of the Rye roof scope and church tower to reference the context before the audience enter the auditoriums. The new elements are fully clad in western red cedar with the intention of limiting the materials pallet to contrast with the Victorian detailing in the existing buildings.

The roof form was also important as the church tower looks directly over the site and is the most visited point in the town. The sculpted roof form emphasises the site lines taken to form the plan with a raised section to make clear the hierarchy of auditorium over circulation.

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The rear auditorium has a grass roof to reference the former garden space that it now occupies. This is also of an acoustic benefit as the mass of the build-up is beneficial in absorbing sound leakage. The interior design objectives were to restore as much of the existing building as possible and take a datum line for new and old.

The door head height of 2.2m is the datum level and everything above this point has been restored. Below this point ribbed oak wall cladding has been installed which also conceals the service runs and heaters. The 12th rib on the panelling is a wider strip to represent 12 frames per second based on the early silent movies and when the eye begins to read movement.

In the auditoriums JDA worked closely with acoustic specialists to achieve high performance levels without compromising on design. The high quality digital projectors and receivers make the venue more than a traditional cinema. The Kino (building operator) show live theatre events, ballet, opera, sporting events and much more alongside the vast variety of film which makes the venue appeal to a varied and wide audience.

Architects: Jonathan Dunn Architects www.jdarchitects.co.uk Photographs: Oliver Perrott Main Contractor: R.Durtnell & Sons ltd

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Moduleo hits Hollyoaks

Luxury vinyl flooring from Moduleo, was chosen by the design team at Lime Pictures for a new look Price Slice set on award-winning soap, Hollyoaks.

The team selected the Classic Oak 24438 from the manufacturer’s Transform range for the village shop, as a result of its outstanding durability and stylish finish.

Julian Perkins, production designer at Lime Pictures, comments: “We recently installed a number of new sets within Hollyoaks.

“These spaces have extremely heavy use and way in excess of what you would expect in a domestic environment.

“In all areas so far Moduleo has performed extremely well.

The colour range we had to choose from was comprehensive and interesting.”

All products in Moduleo’s Transform range feature a hard-wearing top layer, which is scuff and stain resistant, making them ideal for any commercial environment.

For further information please visit www.moduleo.co.uk or call 01332 851 500

nora flooring installed in the Science Museum’s largest exhibition A new exhibition, known as Information Age, was recently opened at the Science Museum by her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. To meet the criteria set by the client, 2,800 SQM of noraplan uni 3mm thickness rubber flooring from nora systems was chosen for its extreme durability and resilience in high traffic areas. Guaranteed colour consistency, to ensure a uniform colour throughout, and softness under foot with noise reduction properties also contributed greatly to this large open space with high ceilings.

Installed using the nora system blue levelling compounds and adhesive products, this floor provides excellent environmental credentials, meeting Blue Angel standard.

For more information contact nora flooring systems.

Tel. 01788 513 160 email. info-uk@nora.com www.nora.com/uk

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Karndean Designflooring Release New RIBA Accredited CPD

The UK’s market leader in luxury vinyl flooring Karndean Designflooring has released its latest RIBA approved CPD for architects and specifiers looking to consider the elderly and the vulnerable when designing new spaces.

Entitled ‘Inclusive Flooring Design: Where Form and Function Meet Legislation’, the long awaited CPD is set to inform and inspire specifiers designing flooring in environments where the visually impaired, patients with dementia, and the elderly will be present.

The curriculum will cover key topics such as reducing the risk of slipping, complying with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) and importance of colour contrast and light reflectance values. Importantly, it will introduce guidelines for product selection, maintaining hygienic floors and environmental benefits.

Architects and specifiers can book the latest RIBA accredited CPD by contacting commercial@karndean.co.uk or 0845 605 5330.

For more information visit www.karndean.com

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Glass Excellence Established in 1975 Firman Glass is one of the leading independent glass processors in the UK, manufacturing toughened glass, laminated glass and specialist sealed units.

Based in Harold Wood Essex within 5 minutes of junction 28 of the M25 and half an hour from Central London we are ideally situated to service our ever growing and diverse customer base.

Manufacturing all forms of processed toughened glass, with comprehensive stocks of clear float, low iron, satin, body tinted, mirrors, laminated glass, acoustic laminated and fire rated glass.

With some of the most advanced capabilities in place Firman Glass is able to manufacture high quality products for all markets sectors including architectural, retail, leisure and domestic.

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Toughened glass Processing CNC shaping Laminated glass Toughened and laminated constructions • EVA and Vanceva coloured interlays • Fabric and decorative interlays • Saflex DG41 structural interlay

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Specialist insulating glass units Anti–slip glass Fire rated glass UV bonding FIRMALITE electric switchable glass Heated glass Decorative glass Sandblasting ColorfirmTM back painted glass

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Staircases Treads and stringers Shower screens Shelving Glass doors Acoustic reduction Fire rated

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Structural glazing Glass floors Partitions Roof lights Balustrades Full height barriers Canopies

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Decoration Wall cladding Splashbacks Privacy Technical Support Nationwide Coverage

Further information is available from our sales and technical offices or visit www.firmanglass.com Firman Glass,19 Bates Road, Harold Wood, Romford, Essex RM3 OJH Tel: 01708 374534 Fax: 01708 340511 Email: sales@firmanglass.com

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Heating, Ventilation & Insulation HIGH END COMFORT JOINS STATE OF THE ART HOME AUTOMATION SYSTEM A prestigious and modern North London property is now benefiting from Wi-Fi controllable air conditioning that links to a state-of-the-art automated home system to provide cost effective and energy efficient comfort all year round.

Orbital Climate Solutions, who install bespoke air conditioning and ventilation systems across London and the South, worked closely with the home automation specialists IntelliCasa, to deliver a first-class climate control system that provides discrete comfort for the homeowner whilst matching the high end refurbishment of the 5-bedroom home.

Award winning IntelliCasa specialises in home automation systems for discerning private clients and has a mission to allow customers to take advantage of the most cutting edge technology today.

“It was essential that we delivered an air conditioning system that was compatible with the sophisticated automation system IntelliCasa were installing”, explained Brett Strivens, Managing Director at Orbital.

“We listened to what the client wanted and our design team looked at all the different manufacturers to find the best solution.

“The M Series from Mitsubishi Electric proved perfect because it would deliver the right climate to the environment and offered the option of the MELCloud Wi-Fi controller which we were able to integrate into the Intellicasa control system”.

Orbital installed the M Series outdoor unit on the roof and used ducted indoor units behind discrete plastered-in grills to deliver air conditioning to the property.

The Orbital team had to stick closely to the overall refurbishment schedule, whilst working closely around the other construction specialists on site as the refurbishment of the home was taking place.

A close relationship with both the IntelliCasa team and controls specialists at Mitsubishi Electric helped ensure that the integration of the air conditioning into the home automation system went smoothly.

“The homeowner was looking for first class climate control without affecting the aesthetic look of the high end finish throughout the property and the fact that we were able to use MELCloud to make the air conditioning work seamlessly with the rest of the high tech equipment really made the difference”, explained Brett Strivens.

Further details on the cost effective climate solutions available from Orbital, visit the dedicated website:

http://orbitalclimate.co.uk.

CONSORT CLAUDGEN panel convectorheaters

The very latest collection of Consort Claudgen’s designer panel convector heaters offer so much more with its cleverly design features. The white and stainless steel panel heaters now have strengthened grilles to increase durability. The wall mounting system features a new snap-on bracket which allows easy installation and mounting on/off for cleaning and decorating. With wireless control option available, this slimline and energy saving range makes a perfect choice for both commercial and domestic use where space saving and efficiency with style are paramount.

They are ideal for hotels, offices, bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms and laundries.

To request copies of the latest catalogue, email: enquiries@consortepl.com, tel: 01646 692172 or fax: 01646 695195.

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New Addition To The Xpelair Simply SilentTM Family

Xpelair has extended its family of Simply SilentTM fans with the launch of a 6”/150mm range, delivering high performance, near silent ventilation for kitchens.

Available in 16 models, the 150mm range offers all the benefits of the existing Xpelair Simply Silent SilentTM products, but with an enhanced airflow performance of up to 259m³/hr, meeting the UK regulation for kitchen ventilation.

Models in the 150mm range include the Simply SilentTM Contour 6, known for its sleek design and smooth fascia and the Simply SilentTM DX150 (pictured above), offering a more classic look, both available in square or round designs.

Featuring Xpelair’s GhostTM Air Movement Technology, the Simply SilentTM 150mm range incorporates the latest innovations in ventilation technology to deliver near-silent running. These fans use long-life silent running motors and precision engineered components to avoid all mechanical noise.

Xpelair Tel: 0844 372 7761 Web: www.xpelair.co.uk

New Dik Geurts Ivar wood and multi-fuel stoves in High, Low and Store versions

DRU, based in the Netherlands, is Europe’s leading manufacturer of contemporary gas and wood fires. Dik Geurts is the brand that DRU uses for its wood and multifuel fires and stoves.

In 2014, Dik Geurts introduced the Ivar 5 contemporary wood and multi-fuel stoves in a High version for freestanding installation and a Low version for installation into an inglenook chimney.

Following the success of the Ivar 5, Dik Geurts has now introduced new models that will be available from autumn 2015. These include a Store version of the Ivar 5, with a convenient log storage shelf under the stove, and larger Ivar 8 stoves, again in High, Low and Store options.

The new models have a higher heat output of up to 8 kW, enough for a larger than average living room.

Dik Geurts wood fires and stoves are available from specialist fireplace retailers throughout the UK. For further information, visit www.dikgeurts.co.uk

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ASK Italian loves low energy Lucci ceiling fans.

Why not try them?

THE HENLEY FAN COMPANY LTD 01256 636 509 www.henleyfan.co.uk

Introducing the new Stovax cassette fire range…THE ELISE

Two New Models for Gazco Huntingdon Gas!

Advanced engineering and stylish aesthetics combine to bring you the Elise, a woodburning and multi-fuel fire range that leads the way to a greener future.

Joining the popular Gas Huntingdon 30 stove and Stovax Huntingdon stoves are the all-new 20 and 40 models. Maintaining the same refined styling and high efficiency; these new stoves now offer a range of Huntingdon sizes to choose from.

Heralding a new era of ultra-green technology, the Elise is a forerunner of Eco-Design fires, redefining cleaner burning with its all-new design. These forward-thinking fires incorporate a complex series of chambers, allowing air to be delivered with precision accuracy to multiple areas of the firebox.

This groundbreaking airflow system facilitates the Elise’s ultra-green combustion process – reducing emissions to remarkably low amounts.

Delivering a truly unmatched performance in greener heating, homeowners can be confident that the Elise is prepared for the increasing push towards greener energy and ever tightening emission standards. www.stovax.com

Relax with the Dovre Zen The outstanding double-sided cassette fire, the Dovre Zen 102 combines big impact with compact dimensions. This beautiful woodburner allows you to enjoy the rolling flames to maximum effect, as the recessed combustion chamber conceals the fuel bed, allowing a fuller flame visual.

With the latest Cleanburn and Airwash technology, the Zen 102 has an efficiency of up to 80%.

The shallow firebox depth allows for more flexible installation options than standard duplex fires, making it perfect for creating a striking focal point in a variety of rooms, and with easy opening doors on both sides and a simple single air control, the Zen 102 allows for effortless operation.

The Zen 102 is also available as a single-sided wood burning cassette fire, the Dovre Zen 100.

The new Huntingdon 20’s compact proportions are perfectly designed to easily fit into standard fireplace openings, whilst creating a warming atmosphere with its highly efficient 2.6kW heat output.

Both Huntingdon 20 and 40 models feature a highly realistic log bed with an impressive flame picture. Flames and heat output are controlled by easy to use manual controls, but can be upgraded to one of Gazco’s remote handsets, including a Programmable Thermostatic control for the utmost convenience. www.gazco.com

Jubilee is a cause for Celebration The Lotus Jubilee 35 is an outstanding woodburning stove that combines an impressive 7kW heat output with 82% efficiency. The large moulded combustion chamber can accommodate logs up to 50cm in length and is part of the Lotus ECO Technology Programme, ensuring heat efficiency is maximised.

A host of clever design features and details puts the Jubilee at the forefront of innovation. The solid, easy to open door is supported by a cast iron frame for durability and strength, whilst neatly integrated control levers sit above a storage compartment for kindling materials and accessories.

For added luxury, the choice of an extra baking oven compartment above the fuel box opens up a realm of possibilities for homeowners looking to get the most out of their stove. www.lotusfires.com

A new ‘View’ on Contemporary Wood Stoves

Gazco Slimline range grows with new Studio 2…

Featuring an exceptionally large window, Stovax’s high performance contemporary View range of wood burning and multi-fuel stoves provides an unparalleled view of the rolling flames.

Combining an expansive flame picture with ultra-slim depth, the Slimline 2 is perfect for homeowners who desire an impressive gas fire that can be installed easily and cost effectively.

Based on the popular Studio 1 Slimline, this latest version offers the slender profile and stylish contemporary looks in a larger package.

For an alternative styling option, homeowners can elevate their View stove with one of Stovax’s selection of stove benches. Not only will this create an exceptional view of the flames, but they also allow for attractive and convenient log storage underneath. Whatever your choice, give yourself a room with a View and you’ll be provide with a warm and stylish welcome whenever you return home. www.stovax.com

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The fire’s panoramic flame picture benefits from the wide choice of lining options, fuel effects and framing styles available to the Studio Slimline, as well as the brand new Black Glass lining options detailed below. www.gazco.com

Heating, Ventilation & Insulation

The Taurus Fireplace Surround in Neolith, Iron Corten finish

Enhance Health and Productivity in Offices with AET Flexible Space Under Floor Air Conditioning Systems

The Taurus Fireplace surround by J. Rotherham: Part of the new Contemporary Collection

The World Green Building Council (WGBC) has published a report titled Health, Wellbeing and Productivity in Offices and here we highlight the relevance of underfloor air conditioning systems to a number of key findings.

The WGBC report findings clearly state that there is overwhelming evidence that the design of an office impacts the health, wellbeing and productivity of its occupants Indoor air quality, thermal comfort, noise and interior layouts are all aspects of the report evidence which can be effected by the choice of building services, specifically heating and ventilation design.

The British Council for Offices (BCO) has indicated that underfloor systems offer higher standards of indoor air quality, dramatic increase in ease of reconfiguration and reduced operating costs. The modularity and personal control of AET Flexible Space systems could lead to enhanced health and productivity for workers.

J. Rotherham, one of the oldest and most respected stone masonry companies in Britain, is pleased to introduce The Contemporary Collection: a new set of fireplace designs developed by J. Rotherham.

Designed to lead the way with an innovative new standard of British fireplace design, The Contemporary Collection

by J. Rotherham offers a new level of quality, style and value.

As well as new and exotic engineered materials, The Contemporary Collection is designed to complement the large range of stylish new “hole in the wall” inset fires designs on the market. Carefully selected materials and well-defined proportions form the basis of this collection, presenting a simplistic beauty without obvious excess.

For further information visit: www.flexiblespace.com

J. Rotherham – Please visit www.jrotherham.co.uk or call 0845 388 1927

Fife Council Invests In Energy Efficient Ventilation Units

Under Floor Air Conditioning for Sir William Perkins Sixth Form Centre

Fife Council in Scotland has specified EnviroVent’s heatSava Single Room Heat Recovery Units for 67 homes in order to improve indoor air quality and enhance energy efficiency.

The Council, which has had EnviroVent’s Filterless Extract Fans installed in thousands of its properties over the past 10 years, recognised that heatSava would help reduce issues with condensation and mould growth in their kitchens and bathrooms – the main problem areas.

Available in two sizes, 100mm to suit bathrooms (low voltage version optional) and WCs and 150mm for kitchens and utility rooms, the unit is quick and easy to fit onto either an existing extractor fan wall sleeve or a new wall.

The heatSava is ideal for retrofitting in social housing and rented properties. The innovative unit recovers up to 75% of heat that would normally be lost on extraction.

For more information call 0345 2727 810 or visit the website www.envirovent.com

RENSON louvre panels for student accommodations in London

A good air quality is crucial for students to keep the focus during studying, in the end achieving better results. Therefore, all 419 student rooms of the project Paul St. East (Shoreditch, London) of full building envelope contractor FK Construction feature their own ventilation unit. The duct of the system is connected to a specially developed RENSON louvre panel solution on top of every window in the building.

For this the project team of RENSON Fabrications Ltd. developed a special solution, which combines a glazed-in louvre panel type 414 with a 150 mm thick insulation panel to the rear with duct plenum. For accurate connection of the ventilation duct, the insulation panel was equipped with a duct opening during assembly for on-site connection.

UK-based manufacturer RENSON Fabrications Ltd., with production facility in Maidstone, develops and manufactures a wide range of products and systems, including window ventilators, louvres and continuous louvre systems.

Contact Renson today on 01622 754123 or visit www.rensonuk.net

One of Air Vent Technology’s extensive ranges of heat recovery units is to be installed in the Underfloor systems utilise the plenum beneath a raised floor new Medical Centre in Biggleswade.

as the ventilation zone removing the need for most, if not all, ceiling based ducting or pipework. Commonly found in office environments, there has recently been an increase in use in academic facilities, particularly University and Sixth Form learning and study centres.

With AET Flexible Space systems, fully conditioned air is fed into the plenum by zonal downflow units (CAM), which is then supplied into the workspace via fan terminal units (Fantile). The fantile units feature integrated controllers where users can personally adjust fan speed and temperature to suit their own comfort. Systems can be configured with underfloor or high level return and can easily integrate with passive or other ventilation systems.

The AET Flexible Space system was specified by consultant; The Brinkfell Partnership, and an underfloor supply, high level return system (CAM-V) was selected for maximum flexibility.

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The unit chosen is one of AVT’s bespoke heat recovery units for internal installation. The STP02-HR will ensure that the medical centre is properly and economically ventilated, whilst ensuring that there is the minimum of heat loss during the winter.

These units are available with either an EHB or LPHW heater battery, and are only one of an extensive range of ventilation products (air handling – heat recovery - energy efficient with EC motors – cabinet and twin fans and emergency smoke extract units). AVT can design, manufacture (to ISO 9001) and arrange installation of a ventilation system for either internal or external siting, and supply a complete range of accessories including silencers, attenuators, pressure switches, step control panels etc.

For Further Information visit – www.airventtechnology.co.uk

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House B - Format Elf Architekten

ocated in the urban outskirts of Munich, the detached single-family house B built in timber frame construction was completed after only six months of construction. On the small plot the maximal possible cubature and the existing parameters have been used in an optimal way. The building follows line of the houses in the street and thus continues the urban edge along the link road. The front garden area next to the street is thereby supported and the roof orientation of the surrounding buildings continued.

The typical picture of a gabled roof house characteristic of the area is taken up, but is enhanced by the perforated facade and interpreted contemporarily. The roof pitches, which were determined mathematically according to the yard and setback regulations, have been implemented innovatively in the form of an asymmetrical roof in order to create maximum living space on the small plot.

The facade that faces the public space and with it the sound emissions from the road traffic contains only a small number of indented or protruded windows and is therefore more closed.

On the far side of the road the building opens towards the garden with large windows. Thereby the small inner and outer areas visually merge to one combined large living space.

The predominant colours and materials used on the building are reflected in the interior design. The living room is separated from the circulation area by two black furniture boxes. The white floor gives the room brightness and depth. The timber of the Brettstapel ceiling remains visible and is repeated in the furniture, stairs and doors. Maximum residential value on a minimal plot.

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The free-to-attend 2 day Exhibition, Conference & Networking Reception for the UK Architecture & Building Design Industry Dear Industry Colleagues Whether you wish to exhibit with us to sell your products and services or establish new business contacts and relationships, visit to meet potential suppliers or partners, or attend the conference to discuss and debate the hot topics in UK Architecture & Building Design, ArchitEx 2015 offers something for everyone involved in the industry.

1. The Exhibition For exhibitors, ArchitEx 2015 will provide significant sales and business development opportunities whilst also offering an outstanding networking platform. An anticipated 1,500 Architecture & Building Design Industry professionals from all the following sectors will include …

• Architects, Specifiers, Building Designers, Technologists, Surveyors & Engineers • Commercial, Industrial & Residential Property Developers • Town, City & County Councils, Local Planning Authorities, Town & City Planners • Construction Companies, Builders & Contractors • Products & Services Industry Suppliers

2. The Conference The 2 day, uniquely free-to-attend conference programme, with 24 industry leading speakers, will become the leading annual forum for the UK Architecture & Building Design Industry. It will bring delegates together with many of the industry's key organisations and people, including winners of the RIBA Stirling Prize for Architecture, and will address the issues, legislation and many key successes in recent, current and future planning, architecture and building design projects.

3. The Drinks Reception / Networking Evening Free–to–attend, complimentary 2 hour champagne drinks reception & networking evening on Tuesday 1 December 5.00pm 7.00pm, with hundreds of industry colleagues.

ArchitEx 2015 is your opportunity to join the UK’s leading Architecture & Building Design event.

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Register now ……. www.architex2015.com Free–to–attend, 2 day exhibition, 24 speaker conference programme and complimentary 2 hour champagne drinks reception & networking evening • Architects, Specifiers, Building Designers, Technologists, Surveyors & Engineers • Commercial, Industrial & Residential Property Developers • Town, City & County Councils, Local Planning Authorities, Town & City Planners • Construction Companies, Builders & Contractors • Products & Services Industry Suppliers

Best Of British Showcased At January Furniture Show Flying the flag for Britain, the January Furniture Show 2016 will be the place to be for architects, designers and specifiers to see the Best of British designs.

Following the success of last year’s event, the January Furniture Show is set to be bigger and better as it celebrates taking on additional space for its all-star line-up - with over 85% of its exhibitors being UK-based.

The show, which runs over four days (24-27 January) has expanded into Hall 5 as more quality industry names join up creating a one-stop shop of the latest furniture and furnishings.

Said Laraine Janes, co-director of the January Furniture Show: “There has been a huge emphasis on buying British and the promotion of home-based businesses over the past decade.

The January Furniture Show provides a fantastic platform for those companies to showcase their products to a range of key national and international buyers.

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“Not only that, we’re starting to see confidence grow in the market which has resulted in the event booking up fast with new exhibitors alongside an 85% re-booking from last year.

It all goes to confirm our position as the UK’s number one furniture and furnishings event.”

Architects and designers visiting the 2016 January Furniture Show will gain a wide range of furniture and furnishings inspiration with the newly added Fabric Pavilion and Flooring Showcase which includes some of the best known names in the business.

The unrivalled exhibitor list of over 400 major names attracts retailers, interior designers, contract buyers, architects and developers to the NEC in Birmingham – an ideal venue for the furniture industry’s annual showcase event.

Parker Knoll, Ultra Furniture, Serene Furnishings, TCS, Rauch, Alstons, Sherborne, Buoyant Upholstery, Baker Furniture, Gallery Direct, Blue Bone, Duresta, Willis & Gambier and Stone the Crows and are just some of the renowned British brand names that are taking bigger and better stands for the 2016 event ready to showcase their wares to the UK architect and interior design market.

Said Laraine: “Those who are interested in sourcing products for commercial or domestic projects can see all their main suppliers under one roof in a day. The January Furniture Show is the first opportunity of the year to see a selection of the very latest new and exclusive developments and even meet the design teams on the stands to discuss any upcoming projects.”

The January Furniture Show was recently named 2015 Best New Show by readers of Interiors Monthly.

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Philosophie of Company The Tojo Furniture Ltd. is a dynamic, innovative company that was founded in June 2000. The aim is to create furniture with alongside timeless design which distinguish them from its functionality, ecology and economy.

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The sales success of the design-oriented and award-winning products at affordable prices shows that the Tojo Furniture Co reflects the times.

Benefit also from these bestsellers and the minimalist products, which bribe by characterize simple elegance and superior functionality.

By working with various young designers Tojo could expand constantly. A particularly close cooperation connects Tojo with eigenwert (Switzerland) since 2001. eigenwert has designed six attractive Tojo-products, who won some of it several design awards.

We are guided by the needs and respond to the current viewpoint of the end user. This will guarantee the satisfaction of our design-oriented consumers and our and your success. www.tojo.de 062

Tojo-hochstapler Is a free-standing, horizontal and vertically arbitrarily expandable shelf system. The saliently milled out sides give furniture its unmistakable appearance to that, serve however above all the group of the segments among themselves.

Tojo-Hanibal Is a modular shelving system whose structure is based on H-shaped elements. These are simply stacked on each other and fixed by a sophisticated mechanism, without screws.

Hanibal is available in 4 sizes. Juxtaposition set is found with Hanibal for every room the right combination

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aman Residence project locates on the famous Non Nuoc Beach in Danang Vietnam. The Project contains 40 Villas which is categorized into for type of A, B, C, D. We would like to introduce the architecture and interior of Naman Residence - Villa A

This is a very high quality project which inspires us a lot, require the most elegant and luxury design can adapt high standard of living but still remains the feeling of the beach. The idea is mainly focus on how to maximize privacy for every family but still create vast of pleasure spaces with nature integrating the sea.

To maximize the project’s efficiency, the master-plan is well organized but the way is too narrow with high density. Within this condition, our team’s goal is to make a creative and effective design to not only satisfied maximum privacy but also create extra benefits from natural voids and gardens.

Each villa has multi-dimensional landscape with overflow pools and tropical gardens. For every villa, our design also takes advantage of space using by liftingtwisting the upper block for bedrooms with privacy and open views. The lower block with living-dining-kitchen-bedroom has the direct connection to the pool and landscape. Moreover, we put waterscape into the rooftop of the lower block in order to cool down the whole building and improve the rooftop landscape aesthetically.

Density is now not a big problem, every villa has its own garden filled up with skylights and surrounding green environment. Our design philosophy is how to inside-out the initial using space, outside-in the natural gardens enhancing the luxury-home feeling.

The materials used in constructing the house are local materials to reduce the transporting fee and save the budget of Naman Villa. The design of the house is simple and sleek, so the cost for construction is not so high. The house is constructing with Hurricane protected structure but still remain natural ventilation.

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Evola collection wins German Iconic Award!

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The German Iconic Awards have been presented for more than 60 years and are the leading accolades in areas such as architecture, interior & product design. Each year, the Iconic Awards recognise the most innovative products, both in terms of design and functionality.

are the leading independent manufacturer, importer and distributor of banks of mailboxes. Being independent, we have the flexibility to offer both quality and cost effective mailboxes to suit all budgets.

Mailboxes GB offers a range of mailboxes in all RAL Colours, stainless steel & wooden mailboxes. We provide a free of charge quotation and drawing service to help with the design and planning of your project.

Mailboxes GB can offer a wide range of configurations and applications to meet the most rigorous specifications and design criteria; we have a diverse range of mailboxes in stock available for delivery at short notice.

UNILIN Panels Division has won this award in the “product special” category that recognises the amazing functionality of the entire Evola collection.

Evola: the high-end collection from UNILIN Panels Division

Through the Evola collection, UNILIN is able to provide the perfect answer to the demand from interior architects and designers for high-quality, durable and affordable products.

Evola is fully designed in-house by UNILIN and consists of a collection of exclusive, unique designs and surface structures.

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Introduce Warm and Sophisticated Muted Tones With Reed Harris’ Firenze Range

With their timeless, elegant styling, the striking, hexagonalshaped Firenze tiles from leading specialist Reed Harris provide the perfect flooring solution for period properties as well as contemporary homes.

Available in six chic and elegant colourways, the porcelain tiles have a sophisticated matt finish and will add warmth and character to any room within the home. The subtle shades of Firenze Dorato, which injects muted golden accents into the living area pictured above, and soft grey tones of Firenze Bianco, help to bring light and space into a room. For a more dramatic effect, the bolder, black Firenze Nero tiles create a slate-effect while the tan-coloured Firenze Cuoio tiles are reminiscent of rich leather. Perfect for contemporary kitchens or living areas, the Firenze Grigio and Firenze Tobacco tiles look equally at home in sleek bathrooms or hallways. Colours can be used on their own or mixed with other shades to create a beautiful individual design.

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Betta Living

UK-wide fitted kitchen specialist Betta Living has added three stunning new designs to its comprehensive range of fitted kitchens. It’s also introduced a gorgeous new colour in its best-selling modern handless Linear range.

Whether it’s the new show-stopping Horizon, a super sleek modern kitchen that is available in matt Anthracite or Platinum finish, a new traditional Heritage range or a new take on a Shaker kitchen, Betta Living’s new kitchens incorporate something for every taste and budget.

NEW Horizon – modern matt-finish kitchen under £5000 Add the wow factor to the heart of the home with Betta Living’s sleek and

minimalist Horizon kitchen; it’s ultramodern and ideal for those who are drawn to smart design and contemporary living. Comprised of clean lines and flat panel doors and available with clever storage ideas that ensure a clear, modern and clutter free space, Horizon is available in two matt colour options – Anthracite and Platinum.

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For those who prefer a more traditional style, Betta Living’s new Heritage design delivers a country and traditional look for a warm, homely and inviting kitchen.

Available in a classic Oak finish or a silky cream Alabaster shade, which offers a lustrous contemporary twist on the traditional door styling, the Heritage range starts at £5186 based on a guide layout*. NEW Shaker – with curved door options and classic colours - £5186

Betta Living’s new Shaker kitchen is a versatile and timeless design that can be styled with a range of accessories to create vintage and more contemporary inspired interiors alike.

The Shaker door is synonymous with fuss free design and high quality craftsmanship. Betta Living’s Shaker is available in two new colours, Alabaster (below left) and Oak (below right).

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layout*. NEW COLOUR – Betta Living’s popular Linear kitchen now in 2016’s hottest kitchen colour ‘Oyster’ Linear continues to be one of Betta Living’s best-selling lines and is now available in a brand new colour that is on trend for 2016.

effect splash backs, but it would be equally at home with brighter hues and bold patterns. The styling choices are endless.

The neutral semi-gloss finish and Oyster shade combine perfectly on the flat slab, handless door. It looks chic and stunning when paired with warm greys and wood

For showroom locations, or to arrange a free design consultation, visit www.bettaliving.co.uk or call 0800 269 945

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With Flooding becoming more common place Formpave looks at why installing Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems is now a must.

In the last eight years over 200,000 new homes have been built on flood plains and with increasingly wet winters, the amount of homes affected by flooding is on the increase. Even those that are not in areas which have been highlighted as being at the high risk of flooding can still suffer if there is a large amount of rain in a short period of time. It is important then that adequate drainage is taken into account early on in the design stage of any new property.

Installing Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) is one solution to help prevent the problem, and many local authorities are also now stipulating its use as part of planning permission.

The concept behind SuDS is to replicate natural systems and processes using cost-effective solutions with low environmental impact to clean and drain surface water run-off in a controlled way. Our Aquaflow system is capable of dispersing up to 9,000mm of run-off per m2/ph. This is done through collection, storage and cleaning before the water is slowly released back into watercourses or directly into the ground. However, just as it is important to drain water away, it is also important to consider ways of saving it. A SuDS system can help here too as it can also incorporate a rainwater harvesting system: Instead of the water being released into the ground it can be stored and used – for example to flush lavatories, clean cars or water plants.

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can reduce household’s requirements for mains water and can be used when hosepipe bans are in place.

You may think that adopting SuDS is expensive but, when designed well, they can prove to be much cheaper than alternatives.

Also when the Flood Water Management Act finally comes into force it will compel builders to consider SUDS at the earliest stage of the development as the Act removes the right for Householders to connect their drains to sewers, and approval will be required before a connection can be made.

To help you choose the right system, Formpave offers a comprehensive free Aquaflow design service to suit all requirements, includes technical and professional advice, preparation of draft

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proposals and validation of the clients own designs. All designs that have been provided by Formpave are covered by our professional indemnity insurance and benefit from the company’s 20 years’ experience in designing permeable paving systems.

Established in 1989, Formpave is a world-leading authority on permeable paving, Standard and specialist concrete block paving, kerb systems and ancillaries and is part of Forterra (formerly Hanson Building Products), one of the top providers of building products in the country.

For more information please visit www.forterra.co.uk or follow us on twitter @formpave sales@formpave.co.uk

Formpave’s permeable paving and Aquaflow rainwater harvesting system, was used to create a new driveway in Nailsea, Bristol. Formpave supplied 60m2 of Aquasett paving in traditional, which is ideal for rural and character properties and for those looking for a high class finish. The completed system has reduced the risk of surface water flooding and rainwater is now stored and used when needed for watering the garden and washing the car.

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SECOND QUEEN’S AWARD PRESENTATION IN THREE YEARS FOR ANCON

Just three years after its first Queen’s Award for Enterprise presentation in 2012, Ancon Building Products officially received its second award on Thursday 15th October at a special ceremony at its manufacturing site in Deeside, North Wales.

The 2015 Award, for International Trade, recognises Ancon’s outstanding success in growing sales across new and existing export markets. It follows the company’s previous Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation for its ground-breaking Lockable Dowel, a system that has since revolutionised post-tensioned concrete construction.

The ceremony at the Deeside facility, the largest and most advanced Wall Tie manufacturing operation in the UK, was attended by 36 employees who proudly watched Ancon’s Export Team Leader, Angela Reeve, accept the ceremonial scroll from the Lord Lieutenant. Her colleague Lynn Forster, Deeside’s Purchasing Manager and longestserving employee at the site received the commemorative Queen’s Award crystal bowl on behalf of the company.

The Lord Lieutenant said, “Ancon represents the very best of British innovation and technology, and this dynamic company, which has trebled its exports in the last ten years, has led the way in its field.”

“To win one award is pretty spectacular; to win two awards in three years is absolutely amazing.”

“It is very gratifying to present this award here in Deeside, where Ancon provides 92 much needed jobs and I wish the company every continued success in the future.”

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Bradfabs works across all sectors manufacturing a large variety of architectural metalwork for both domestic and commercial settings in Stainless Steel, Mild Steel, Glass and Aluminium.

We have large custom built premises that can handle batch orders but also individual jobs.

We have seen a vast increase over the last 2 years in the number of jobs having glass in one form or another so we have developed an excellent working knowledge of the regulation, design and manufacture of glass within our products.

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Bradfabs is a nationwide specialist in designing and manufacturing curved staircases, another increasing trend. We often get enquiries from other fabrication companies who simply don’t have the skills, experience or machinery to take on these jobs.

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t started with stainless steel light switches and before you could say “form and function”, premium electrical accessories were featuring in schemes like the international Red Dot design awards. Were they any better than their predecessors, or was it just art for art’s sake? Probably the latter, but they looked good on the wall.

The evolutionary design of our electronic Programastat wall thermostats and heating controllers marked a watershed in our approach, but the real revolution was our approach to outdoor LED lighting. We simply could not see the point of the industry presenting what was revolutionary technology that looked like the dinosaurs it was replacing. So we gave our London-based designer free rein to tear up the rule book – but with one key proviso. We did not want design for design’s sake: each design feature had to have a function.

Meanwhile in the mass market, the pressure on prices was leading us down the path of bulk offshore manufacturing, with fractions of pennies shaved of the unit price by minimising tooling and materials costs. So, even when the industry was really bringing exciting technical and energy saving innovations like low-cost LED lighting to you, not just cosmetic improvements, the irony was that they often look exactly the same as their predecessors because re-tooling was too expensive in a price-led market. All too often, that fractionof-a-penny pinching extends to componentry and, at the end of the day product quality and reliability.

Conversely, each new function we were adding provided a design opportunity: so essential cooling fins (missing from cheaper products!), became rows of pins making up featured metallic backs of new design LED lights. The need to diffuse LED beams for courtesy lighting and expand the beam for effective security became diode arrays and reflector plates.

At Timeguard we have always traded on superior branded quality and a few years ago we decided to buck the trend and to reinforce our investment in superior componentry with superior designs: better performance AND better looks. In all honesty, we (and probably most other manufacturers) were accelerated along that road by the latest generation of designers to our R&D teams – this new generation has been reared on the likes of Apple, Ikea and Zara Home, and take good product design in every aspect of life for granted.

Thus we achieved the magic trick of keeping both the engineers and the product designers happy at the same time – no mean feat, I can assure you. More importantly, this approach helps us – and you – to visually communicate the benefits and value of the energy saving technology you are offering to your customers.

You cannot make a silk purse out of a sow’s ear – you’ll get caught out soon enough. So, it stands to reason, design with assured, branded quality are the true artform for today’s market.

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Winkley Workshop Kirkwood McCarthy Winkley Workshop is a new three storey 2-bedroom residence on the site of a former upholsterer’s workshop measuring 12m long by 3.7m. Upon this small plot, a 2-bedroom open plan home with strong interconnectivity between internal and external spaces has been achieved.

In order to accommodate the required internal and external areas the original footprint was increased by digging a new basement and extending the roof, which

had to be cranked according to daylight angles to protect neighbouring properties.

To the street the building is a modest addition, yet upon entry the open-ness and scale of the property is revealed.

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void and oversized glazing to blur the delineation between inside, allowing ample daylight and views to this lower level.

The middle mezzanine level is interconnected with the basement level via a library bookcase that faces into the double height void. A curtain partition allows this room to flex its function as a study extension of the living area or a private sleeping area.

An open plan master with ensuite to the top level leads onto a private balcony, continuing this pursuit of light filled, outdoor based living that distinguishes the residence.

The experience of the property is open and voluminous, achieved through the strategic interplay of floorplates that enable lines of sight through the house. Services and backof-house functions are located out-of-sight under stairs or in zones with poor daylight levels so that the living and bedroom areas are unobstructed and light filled. Internal walls were deliberately avoided to enhance the perceived openness, and thus curtains and joinery are used for privacy and delineation where possible.

The minimal presence of internal walls and use of setbacks and cutouts in floorplates, paired with extensive glazing, gives a sense of lightness and openness that belies the scale of the property and its dense urban setting.

Photographs: David Butler, Tim Crocker, Paul Fuller Architects: Kirkwood McCarthy

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USB Charging:

Making Every Bar Count Imagine – you’ve arrived at the airport, smartphone in hand for your mobile boarding pass. You’re not carrying any travel documents because it’s all saved on your trusty phone, including your flight number, seat number, and hotel address for the other end. You stride through the terminal building, pull out your phone… then freeze. Your battery is down to its final bar. Panicked, you try to mentally calculate whether you’ll have enough ‘juice’ to get on board the plane, let alone find your way to the hotel.

At times like this, every bar counts. It’s that last ounce of juice you desperately need, before the phone switches off and refuses to resuscitate. In these stressful moments, the charger you chose to use earlier will be a hero, or a villain.

This ‘Every Bar Counts’ philosophy is impacting all kinds of businesses, from leisure to hospitality, education to retail.

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the value of USB charging technology.

These organisations understand that failing to provide their customers, patients, or students with a quick, easy way to charge their devices will ultimately drive them elsewhere. After all, consider this - if you had to decide between a coffee shop, hotel room or shop with a charging outlet and one without, which one would you choose?

because different devices actually charge in different ways. DDR ensures that whatever make or model you are a charging – Apple, Samsung, Nokia– that device recognises the socket or module as it would its own charger and draws current from the USB charging socket in the way that best suits its design. In base terms, this means that whatever device is plugged in, it charges in the optimal way.

The fact is that in these situations, the majority of us would go for an inferior coffee in exchange for somewhere to pump that vital charge into our devices.

Embracing USB switchsockets means these businesses are increasing the likelihood their services are picked over someone else’s.

DDR presents installers and end users with a powerful investment case. If you’re still not convinced, ask yourself this: You’re out of battery on a busy day of travel, staring at two identical cafes with two identical seats. One has a USB charging module built into the wall (with DDR, of course), the other doesn’t.

Which do you choose?

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Venice Voted Most Iconic City Skyline Meanwhile, Paris, often described as the most romantic city in the world, ranked last in the survey, gaining just 8.7% of the votes. It was beaten by Tokyo, which was selected by 8.8% of the respondents.

The results of this survey show that although city skylines may still be a public favourite, people’s preferences for the more “traditional” cities is changing, in favour of something new.

Richard Wilde, Managing Director of Murals Wallpaper, believes the survey results show how our inclinations are changing: “While places like New York will always be popular in interior design, it’s clear that people are looking to do something a little different these days.

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enice has ranked as the most preferred city skyline, just beating the classic New York horizon for the top spot, new research has shown.

“Homeowners can have anything they like emblazoned on their walls, and we’re seeing more people choosing images for sentimental reasons. A huge mural of Liverpool city centre may not appeal to all, but if you were born and raised there, it will hold a huge amount of significance. We tend to find that a lot of people who have moved away from their home town will decorate a wall or an entire room in a way that reminds them of their roots.

The survey was conducted by Murals Wallpaper who asked more than 750 people the question; ‘Which would you have as a wall mural?’ accompanied by six images of some of the most iconic city skylines in the world.

The six photographs that were shown alongside the question included London, Paris, Liverpool, New York, Tokyo and Venice, each in the form of a large mural of each city.

Venice, often referred to as The Floating City, was the winner, with a quarter of the survey respondents (25%) selecting it as their best preferred landscape. New York came in second place, only just behind Venice, with 24%.

This result may come as a little bit of a surprise, as New York has long been hailed as having the most iconic skyline, with monuments such as the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty gracing the landscape. Although The Big Apple appeared to be favoured by all respondents aged between 18 and 44 years, Venice followed close behind and overtook New York in the 45 - 54 years age category.

“It was very interesting to see Venice coming out on top, and Liverpool beating London in this particular survey - a result that would surprise many.”

The City Collection from Murals Wallpaper features stunning skyline images from cities across the world, including classic choices such as New York and the Eiffel Tower in Paris, as well as Las Vegas, Hong Kong and Shanghai.

Another surprise that may show a change in public opinion was that Liverpool ranked above London in the survey, garnering 19.3% of the votes as opposed to the Capital’s 14.2%. A lot has been made of the government’s ‘Northern Powerhouse’ plans and it seems cities in the North are rapidly moving out of the capital’s shadow.

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Lighting & Electrical WOLF LAUNDRY SAYS YESSS TO ENERGY EFFICIENT REFURBISHMENT Leading electrical wholesaler, YESSS Electrical, has supplied commercial laundry equipment specialist, Wolf Laundry, with a large number of items for the refurbishment of its new HQ. YESSS Electrical’s Barnsley branch equipped Grimethorpebased Wolf Laundry with approximately £4,000 of electrical supplies for the 3,500 square ft. property, including several energy efficient LED products such as 600 x 600 LED panels, round LED style fittings and LED batten fittings.

The products were chosen specifically to help reduce Wolf Laundry’s energy output and carbon footprint.

YESSS also delivered a host of ancillary products including mains cables, consumer units, a security system and emergency lighting, as well as providing a free lighting design and technology consultation and a site visit to take measurements. YESSS experts used lighting software to create the design and specification for Wolf Laundry, which also showed carbon reduction and the savings on energy and costs per month of the suggested lighting technology.

John Brown, Director at Wolf Laundry said: “Expanding our existing headquarters onto two floors has been a big project, but it has allowed us to open a stunning new showroom. YESSS Electrical’s design suggestions have aesthetically improved the space, allowing us to show off our products in a new light.”

For further information about YESSS Electrical call – 01785 283378 or visit: www.yesss.co.uk

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Benefits of LED Lighting – Up Front and Personal

In the world of lighting, LED has become an unstoppable force. It is now difficult to envisage a refurbishment or new build that does not feature LED lights within its lighting scheme. There are huge benefits in terms of energy and cost savings with lighting bills cut by up to 90%. Yet the widespread adoption of LED lamps and fixtures has been held back by confusion among specifiers and commissioning clients. British manufacturer Integral LED has chosen a novel approach in an attempt to demystify the process of retrofit lighting by presenting the tangible bonus of a swap to LED upfront and online.

Contractors and homebuilders can now access a free energy saving calculator that allows everyone to assess the benefits of LED retro-fit lights. The website is open to all and does not require any buying obligation on behalf of the user.

Visit www.integral-led.com/savingscalc to find out more.

Goodlight LED Lighting Achieves Hospital Cost Savings

An increasing number of facilities and energy managers within NHS hospitals are specifying installations of Goodlight LED tubes and lamps.

Following a successful trial in one of its operating theatres, the Royal Surrey County Hospital installed Goodlight LED tubes. Similar retrofit products were also fitted in corridors to replace original lighting that had begun to fail whilst Goodlight floodlights and LED SON replacements were installed in the hospital’s car park. Initial results reinforced the findings of the trials with the hospital reporting excellent performance, dramatically increased reliability and savings in energy costs of up to 80%.

Chelsea’s Royal Marsden hospital has benefited from the installation of almost 3000 Goodlight products since 2013. Successful installations have also been completed at Oldham Hospital and the Royal Gloucester Hospital.

At both sites, immediate and substantial savings have been achieved in both energy and maintenance costs.

For further information, please visit – www.ledecolights.com

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Make the switch to Contactum’s super range of light switches Contactum’s eye-catching line of multi-material switches continues apace with its inspirational designs catering to all tastes and properties. It offers a large selection of metal and moulded switches for the home, office or hotel environment with an array of finishes.

All of Contactum’s metal switches come with a choice of white or black insert colour options with a variety of lacquered finishes to reduce fingerprints. All products come with a 25-year guarantee and are BS1363 and BS EN 60669 compliant. Two moulded additions – Aspire and Retro2 – can be retro-fitted and are recommended for use in care homes and hospitals due to their microbiological properties.

For further information visit – www.contactum.co.uk

Roofers Urged To Make The Most Of Competentroofer Membership Continuing its membership awareness campaign - ‘Get wise, get savvy, get NFRC’ - The National Federation of Roofing Contractors is urging roofers to make the most of their membership of CompetentRoofer, and for non-members to seriously consider its merits.

Increasingly seen as a key distinction between companies in the refurbishment market, CompetentRoofer encompasses all types of roofing - including domestic, commercial and industrial properties. The scheme essentially enables roofers to self-certify that their refurbishment work complies with Building Regulations.

Should fifty percent or more of the roof need replacing, then under the Building Regulations, the Local Authority would have to be notified a minimum of 48 hours before work commences.

As well as alleviating customers of this added pressure, charges for Building Control Inspectors to approve the roof can be avoided, as well as the inconvenience of waiting for an inspector to visit. For domestic work, this saves a fee of somewhere between £200 and £400 a job, and it is even more for commercial work.

Derived from the Government’s Competent Person Scheme and operated by NFRC, CompetentRoofer is open to all roofing contactors in England and Wales and is easy and inexpensive to join. As well as distinctive vehicle stickers and recognisable logos, members will feature on an exclusive website listing and enquiries can even be re-directed to members’ own websites. Regular updates and technical advice are also provided.

To register for CompetentRoofer, call 020 7448 3189 or visit www.competentroofer.co.uk

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Period Property Roofing Specialists The Victoria Roofing Company Established in 1972 The Victoria Roofing Company specializes in reroofing period properties.

Whether it is re-roofing a mansion or repairing lead flashing on a porch - we pay great attention to detail not only in roofing but in our after sales care.

The Victoria Roofing Company was originally setup up by Mick Whittington, who started his trade in Windsor and has subsequently worked for many years on period buildings in London.

Mick is always on hand and supervises all work undertaken to ensure a high standard of excellence in every aspect of the trade.

“Slating is our speciality as this accounts for about 60% of our business.

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and working quietly (we don’t use radios) are all part of the service”.

Our Services We undertake all aspects of domestic roofing work in Windsor, Ascot and the surrounding areas, providing you with a complete care free service.

Our services include; • Slating • Tiled Roofs • Lead Work • Cedar Shingling • Loft Conversions • Gutter Clearing • Chimneys • Fascias & Soffits • Flat Roofs • UPVC • Extensions/Alterations Contact Us or Arrange a FREE Survey Phone: 01753 831650 Website: www.victoriaroofing.co.uk

Here's what you have to say about us...

"We should like to express our thanks for the excellent work carried out by you on your new ticket office and reception centre on Windsor Promenade.

The work is of at the highest quality and has received many compliments.

We have no hesitation in recommending your services to others".

Kieth French MBE, Managing Director, www.boat-trips.co.uk

The Victoria Roofing Company (Est 1972, Windsor’s oldest roofing firm) Period Property Roofing Specialists Slating - Tiling - Leadwork - Chimneys - Gutters Loft Conversions

Your local VELUX 5 star installer Vaulted Ceilings a speciality Tel: 01753 831650 / 07771 848510MA964268 091

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Welsh Slate Launches New Roofing Brochure

A guide to specifying and installing natural roof slates is launched by Welsh Slate.

ROOFING by leading UK manufacturer Welsh Slate is the newly-published natural slate roofing guide.

The 32-page guide advises architects and roofing contractors how to specify and install natural roof slates and includes the revised recommendations in the recently amended BS 5534 code of Practice for Slating and tiling plus all relevant references and standards.

It also provides information on slates’ many advantages and details design specifications such as terminology, driving rain index, minimum recommended headlaps, general properties, colours, sizes and weights, coverage, and battening and holing gauges.

Technical details are also supplied on the slating process, battening, eaves and verges, valleys, hips, abutments, ridges and changes in roof pitch as well as roofing ventilation and vertical slating.

A copy of the new roofing brochure is available from enquiries@welshslate.com or 01248 600656 or for download at http://bit.ly/1GvwOt9.

Market Demand Is Strong For Celsius Solid Roof Synseal has experienced a very positive market response to the launch of the company’s new Celsius Solid Roof, with requests for project quotations surpassing expectations.

The key sales arena is undoubtedly retrofit replacement of existing 1st generation conservatory roofs, which is certainly a growing market segment.

“We knew we were doing the right thing in launching Celsius Solid Roof,” comments Mark Schlotel, Head of Marketing at Synseal, “but the feedback from installers to our new truly warm all-timber solid roof design has been fantastic. The number one marketing activity for us is to demonstrate just how quickly our project-specific Celsius Solid Roof kits can be fitted on site through Open Day technical workshops. We welcome installers to come and take a look at how swiftly our well-engineered roof goes together.

For further information contact Mark Schlotel on – 01623 446207 or visit: /www.synseal.com

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Trespa Has Announced A New Range Of Panels The new range offers seven unique decors, allowing you to unleash your creativity in new ways. Now, any building can acquire instant character with decors inspired by natural materials and processes. Bring your façade to life with our new range with a unique, timeless natural texture. The new range makes it possible to add the aesthetic qualities of natural materials to any design.

No matter how large or small the structure, the scalable, dimensionless designs of Trespa® Meteon® Naturals bring both accents and complete façades to life.

For further information about Trespa® Meteon® visit – www.trespa.com/uk/product/trespar-meteonr-facades

Get value for money?

Cheap work has hidden cost implications Your property is one of the most expensive and important things that you can own so risking any building work to unregistered contractors, simply because it is the cheaper option, is false economy.

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Cowboy builders can leave your roof unsafe or unfit for purpose, and put the safety of others at risk

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their work could also invalidate your building insurance

CompetentRoofer Ltd has reached the prestigious milestone of 500 Registered Contractors for the first time since inception in 2011, where will it stop… the sky is the limit!

The CompetentRoofer self-certification scheme has enjoyed great success in 2015, with not only an increase of Registered Contractors and record breaking number of job notifications being issued but also the announcement of the 500th member to join the scheme. A warm welcome to Jones & Hampton Maintenance Services who are a roofing company based in Telford.

You need to either notify your roof refurbishment work via your building control or you can register it via CompetentRoofer, a Government-licenced Competent Person Scheme that allows roofers to self-certify their own work, meaning: •

we notify the council when the work is completed

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you have the added reassurance that the contractor has already been vetted prior to becoming a member and will continue to have their work checked

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you will automatically receive a ten year insurance-backed warranty, which includes breach of Building Regulations and contractor insolvency.

CompetentRoofer is devoted to helping Registered Contractors not only promote their business to win more work, but also to set and raise the industry standards, offering expert advice, guidance and also technical support from in-house roofing experts.

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020 7448 3189 or 01375 650 675 info@competentroofer.co.uk @CompetentRoofer www.competentroofer.co.uk

The Art Of Using Timber

They have an amazing portfolio of products and invited our team of architects along to their showroom to discuss the options and select their preferred materials.”

“By its very nature, the Observatory is theatrical, eye-catching, unusual and unique and the whole programme has focussed on developing new audiences - those that would not normally visit a gallery and perhaps have little, if any, opportunity to directly interact with an artist.”

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he UK’s biggest independent timber and panel products supplier, James Latham, is currently supporting another innovative project by SPUD (Space, Placemaking & Urban Design) which offers residency opportunities for artists to engage with specific areas of our environment and the landscape.

Entitled the Observatory, it is a sculpture, workspace, shelter and look-out for 12 artist residencies in four locations around the UK and is taking place over a two year period.

James Latham supplied a team of five graduate architects from London practice, Feilden, Clegg, Bradley, with home grown and imported Larch which was charred to clad the exterior of the two structures, as well as Accoya, Medite Tricoya Extreme and Smartply which was used on the interior.

The Observatory has two structures, The Study which provides a private and reflective space for the artists to work and The Workshop, which allows for interaction with the public.

Paul Latham, Sales & Product Development Director for James Latham, commented, “This is a fantastic initiative for us to be involved with. Not only does it show an innovative and fascinating use of timber but it is also highly educational and includes a learning and engagement programme engaging with universities, colleges and schools, plus it also has a strong environmental message too.”

SPUD’s Principal Associate, Mark Drury said, “When we were looking for a materials supplier for this initiative, James Latham were the natural choice.

Having spent six-months in the South Downs National Park and then Lymington, the two locations for 2016 will be the Tamar Estuary and the South Dorset Ridgeway where artists will develop a body of work connected to each location and context and the work produced will then form part of an exhibition in each location.

You can find out more at: www.lookinlookout.org For more information on Latham’s full range of timber and panel products: phone 0116 257 3415, e-mail marketing@lathams.co.uk or visit www.lathamtimber.co.uk

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Tools, Plant & Equipment

Snickers’ New ‘Next Generation Work-Wear Product and Price Catalogue

This full colour brochure is now available FREE to those professional tradesmen and women who want the very best in working clothes.

Snickers’ newest Product and Price Catalogue has full details of the new ‘Next Generation’ range of working clothes.

There’s also loads of other information on all the other garments and accessories you can get for working effectively in the coming autumn and winter months wherever you are on site – and whatever trade you’re in.

You’ll find quality, innovation and top class functionality in every garment – the sign of a brand that knows what it takes to get the job done properly.

So get to know the cutting-edge ‘Next Generation’ range from Snickers Workwear. In every stitch, it’s miles better.

Getting more information about Snickers Workwear is easy.

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

More cutting depth from same saw blades:

Maximum Speed, Top Energy

Two new Bosch hand-held professional circular saws Precise, compact and powerful tools for tradespeople Greater cutting capacity thanks to new gearbox geometry High precision due to compatibility with Bosch guide rails Single system provides saw, guide rail and accessories The new GKS 165 Professional and GKS 55+ GCE Professional hand-held circular saws from Bosch provide more cutting depth with the same saw blade size. This is made possible by their clever new gearbox design with a smaller central spindle and secondary offset spindle. As a result, the saw blade can now penetrate deeper into the material despite being the same size, offering a cutting depth of 66mm for the GKS 165 Professional and 63mm for the GKS 55+ GCE Professional. This means that these tools offer carpenters, roofers, joiners and drywallers a wider range of applications, while remaining lightweight and handy.

U-Power’s New Flat Out Collection Takes the Safety Shoe to its Limits

Additional information is available online at www.bosch.com

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Design-led Italian company U-Power is proud to announce the launch of its new, non-slip, sporty safety footwear range, Flat Out. Inspired by Italian rally driving wear, the passion of U-Power’s owner, this unbelievably comfortable new collection holds nothing back. Flat Out footwear comes in a variety of attractive colours and styles, features the best quality materials and an array of the most up-do-date safety technologies on the market.

U-Power’s desirable Flat Out footwear boasts an outstanding slip resistance of 0,71, way above the European Standard of 0,32, thanks to its newly-conceived PU/PUTR sole, and is therefore ideal for use in construction, or other environments where there is a risk of slipping.

More information is available from: www.u-power.it or by emailing info.uk@u-power.it, or calling 01543 417 241

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BUILT TO PERFORM Unrivalled choice, quality & support.

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NEW Thermo-Regulating Foam Bedding Will Ensure You Stay In Your Sleep Comfort Zone

A next generation of temperature regulating bedding products has arrived in the UK and goes on sale from January 2016, which means being ’too hot’ or ’too cold’ in bed could soon become a thing of the past.

The new products have been launched in the UK by Carpenter, the largest British based manufacturer behind some of the world’s leading foam bedding products, as part of its popular ‘sleep betterTM ’ range.

Unlike just ‘cooling’ bedding products on the UK market, the new Climate Collection of memory foam mattresses, pillows and toppers uses a patented Thermic® technology which means the bedding responds to changes in temperature by absorbing, storing and releasing heat to keep the microclimate temperature (the temperature close to the skin) within a ‘comfort zone’ of 28-30o Celcius for longer than standard products. It also regulates temperature at the closest point to the skin (not within the body of the foam/fill) thanks to its Thermic® layer.

Gillian Finch from Carpenter explained: “Temperature in bed determines how well we sleep, if we’re too hot or cold it creates discomfort that generates movement and restlessness increases.

For a healthy, undisturbed night’s sleep you need to be in your ‘comfort zone’.

This is where the temperature of the microclimate (the temperature close to the skin) is somewhere between 28OC and 30 OC when you sleep, so you’re neither too hot nor too cold.

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“Because our new Climate Collection uses patented thermoregulation technology, with phase change microcapsules that respond to body temperature at the point closest to the skin, the new range is much more effective in keeping the temperature within this comfort zone. It’s not just about being cool to the touch and preventing people from overheating and sweating, it’s also about maintaining warmth for comfort and an undisturbed night’s sleep.”

Carpenter’s Climate Collection will start at an RRP of £50 for a pillow.

For more please visit www.sleepbetter. uk@carpenter.com

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

Just a few of the benefits at a glance: • 20mm porcelain pavers 40x80 45x90 60x60 75x75 30x120 40x120 60x120 • ‘Floating floor’ – installation over single ply membranes • Eternal product - zero maintenance required – offering massive over-life savings • Highly abrasion and stain resistant • Highly slip resistant ; R11 and achieved up to +65 wet in the BS pendulum test • Lightweight – 45kgs per m2 • High load bearing and impact resistance • Timber & stone effects ; 40+ finishes available • Ideal for balconies, roof terraces and piazzas, for both commercial & residential use • Completely non porous • Fire & frost proof • Height-adjustable support from 9mm up to 550mm

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Firing imaginations for over 30 years...

Over 30 years of British design and engineering have gone into creating the UK’s most comprehensive range of high quality woodburning, solid-fuel, gas and electric stoves and fireplaces.

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