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New Wave Architecture. It is inevitable that the innate trend of human being is tangled to natural landscape.

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Denham Film Studios Award winning residential developer Weston homes to transform Denham Film Studios into ÂŁ120M art deco inspired residential address.

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Mosha It is inevitable that the innate trend of human being is tangled to natural landscape, The location of project is Mosha site in the vicinity of north side of Tehran in domains of Alborz mountains.

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Tavistock Kay & co highlight that over the decades some of london’s addresses have had dramatic image makeovers including name changes, resulting in new residents, enhanced reputation and transformed desirability.

18 - 19

House with Screens The existing semi-detached house was a 30 year old house that had stood the test of time.

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Broad Street Broad Street House is new build home in Suffolk by Nash Baker Architects. The house utilises a palette of natural and traditional materials to blend with the rural street scene.

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English Heritage English Heritage Buildings has seen a growth in demand for creative and bespoke designs since the government announced an extension to the relaxation of planning regulations last year.

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Finchley Loft Satish Jassal Architects have completed a loft conversion in Finchley, Barnet, which has added 30% extra floor area to a semi-detached house.

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Anonym The name of this project comes from “kanom” which means “dessert” in thai language and the street named “chan” where the project is located.

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Studio Loft Originally a studio of a well-known hungarian painter, this flat has all the right features to be a contemporary loft home.

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Villa Circuitus sets a new precedent for high quality sustainable design. 58 - 59

Rotterdan Classic details and intricate woodwork are offset by the crisp contours of contemporary elements.

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Film Studio Award winning residential developer Weston Homes has acquired the famous Denham Film Laboratories in Buckinghamshire, originally part of the Denham Film Studios - where the movies of numerous Oscar winning films were processed and first screened to their directors.

Hunters The property was designed by the vendors and created by renowned architects Bramhall Blenkharn partnership.

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Kebony London: 24 May 2016 JD Architects (JDA) has recently completed its ambitious redevelopment of Cinque Ports Street, the 1,050 sq. m. former Central Garage site in Rye.

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House with Screens Pages 18 - 19

Broad Street Pages 26 - 28

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Finchley Loft Pages 35 - 37

MOSHA HOUSE New Wave Architecture. It is inevitable that the innate trend of human being is tangled to natural landscape, The location of project is Mosha site in the vicinity of north side of Tehran in domains of Alborz mountains.

ntensive topography and location between mountains with sightseeing to flat plain of Mosha, inspired us to create sense of suspension and wide view for all spaces. Our goal of merging nature with human life led us to have vertical distribution of functions with less land occupation for building and hence allocates more portion of land to design landscape.

The adopted shape for this project is a transverse volume with direction from domain to Moshaplain, so the form of three cantilevered boxes, with specific rotation to each other, comes out.

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Consequently additional spaces are generated, whereas a ceiling of each story is the terrace of another.

element, They are like a transparent curtain between in and out that overflow interiors with natural vision.

Apparently high slope of site provides perfect sense of suspension for each box. Functions are distributed from upper to lower level respectively.

An inclined cylindrical shaft is located in the intersection point of boxes which covers the stairs and has shaped a void that due to its position supplies an oblique view among all three levels and improves family interactions.

For having endless view, the sides of the boxes facing the plain have floor-to-ceiling windows with numerous panoramic views. Here windows acting a role more than just an opening or constructional

Sense of nature is flowing inside spaces moreover to all aspects with using wood as one of basic natural elements in building that can be seen in floor and

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The adopted shape for this project is a transverse volume with direction from domain to Moshaplain wall of sport rooms and in stairs which is moving upward from lower levels to the upper ones. For saving Purity of the form building is covered with one single white shield which is made building’s volume distinctive and bright in domain of mountain.

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Location Mosha, Tehran, Iran Architects in Charge Lida Almassian/ Shahin Heidari Associate Architects Maryam Amanpour Area 2800.0 ft2 Project Year 2016

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New apartment’s striking interiors designed to reflect the dramatic changing face of Catherine Street and Covent Garden over the decades.

ay & co highlight that over the decades some of london’s addresses have had dramatic image makeovers including name changes, resulting in new residents, enhanced reputation and transformed desirability. The perfect example of this is two new apartments that the firm is marketing in the tavistock, a new apartment scheme on the corner of tavistock street and catherine street. One is cleverly interior designed to subtly echo the dramatics change in the image of catherine street.

to reference the ‘fleet street’ era and bright colours and exclusive finishes to underline the current covent garden setting. Apartment 1 (£3.75 Million) is on the first floor and apartment 2 (£3.5 Million) is on the second floor of the five storey building whose address is 23 tavistock st. Both apartments provide three bedrooms and feature high ceilings, large sash windows and c. 1,600 Sq. Ft. Of living space. Catherine street, on which the tavistock stands, was originally named brydges street and was immortalised in hogarth’s

Originally known as brydges street, the address was a notorious drinking den and ‘red light’ area. Then renamed catherine street, it became the first ‘fleet street’ of the capital, a place for posh newspaper and magazine production. Finally, since world war 2 it has become part of the exclusive covent garden district, with boutique shops, restaurants and glamorous homes. The dressed apartment at the tavistock clearly references this dramatic trio of changes in the street’s history; with photos showing the dancing girls of the brydges street era, a bookcase of magazines and newspapers

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the rake’s progress. An 1858 account notes that ‘almost every house you come to is a public house or something worse, open all night for the entertainment of bullies and prostitutes… you can almost hear the last dying shriek of virtue’. A further activity popular on the street were auctions where a man would sell the ‘virtues of his wife’ to the highest bidder and be a willing cuckold, the theatre royal in particular gained a notorious reputation for artistic lechery.

Kay & co reveal that tavistock street became the home of posh titles as country life, vanity fair and the stage, whilst the original sotheby’s bookshop was also on the street. he echo, the first halfpenny newspaper in london, was based on catherine street along with the court gazette, naval and military gazette, the london gazette; the illustrated times, the era and the racing times. Kay & co observe that as these

In order to change its image, brydges street became catherine street in 1872, named after two aristocratic ladies; queen catherine of braganza (the consort of charles ii) and catherine the baroness brydges of bedford. The ‘royal makeover’ worked and 22 tavistock street became the o ces of the strand board of works, responsible for renaming the street, and began the process of raising the status of catherine street and tavistock street toward the end of the 19th century.

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The tavistock is just a short walk away from covent garden piazza, a famous tourist destination with outdoor market, the london transport museum and street performers illustrious new tenants moved into covent garden, property values rose and the calibre of residential owners and tenants was transformed. The location became a desirable address. Apartment 1 at the tavistock draws on the heritage of both tavistock street and catherine street, dressed in rich azure and burnished gold, the 30ft long living area features a bespoke, hand-painted kitchen with marble stone worktops and inbuilt miele appliances, including a wine cooler. A versatile room accessed through grand double doors from the main hallway is presented as a stylish office, though it is well-sized and could be used as a third bedroom. On entering both apartments, residents and guests are treated to a full view of the double aspect living area from an internal crittal window. Both apartments have been completed in a neutral dĂŠcor, with grey engineered oak flooring to the living areas and velvet carpet to the bedrooms. Both the first and second floor apartments benefit from a large master bedroom with a period bay window overlooking tavistock street. Apartment 1, on the first floor, completes its guest suite with an en suite wet room and walk-in wardrobe. Apartment 2, on the second floor, has a guest suite with double aspect windows, filling

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the room with natural light. The apartments have a high uality specification, with elan audio systems to the living areas and bedrooms complete with 7” touchscreens, luxury rako lighting and polished nickel ironmongery throughout. Bathrooms are supplied with cp hart sanitaryware, with the master en-suite featuring a standalone, egg-shaped bathtub with backlighting. Paul sulkin, director at kay & co commented: “the tavistock is a boutique luxury development in the heart of one of london’s most sought after districts. From the entrance of the building, a wrought iron staircase and feature lindsey adelman globe branching bubble light give an air of sophistication, whilst the cafes, restaurants and shops of covent garden are only a moments walk from the front door. Paul sulkin continues: “it is rare to find apartments of this si e in covent garden. Both apartments

at the tavistock would be perfect as a grand pied-a-terre or a main home for a young professional. We anticipate significant interest in these two residences. The interiors of the dressed apartment has been skifully designed to recall the dramatic changes in the street’s image over the decades. Originally undesirable, then a publishing centre and now one of london’s most sought after addresses. The changes in covent garden over time are remarkable.” The tavistock is just a short walk away from covent garden piazza, a famous tourist destination with outdoor market, the london transport museum and street performers. It is also the home of such cultural institutions as the royal opera house and the imposing st paul’s church. Covent garden is a vibrant district, with popular restaurants such as clos maggiore and bathazaar sitting

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next to retail outlets for high-end fashion designers and brands. Trafalgar square is also a short walk away, with the bright lights of picadilly reachable within a fifteen minute walk. The tavistock enjoys easy transport links with covent garden underground station (picadilly line, zone 1) within walking distance of the property. From there, the city of london at bank underground station is reachable in under 15 minutes, whilst the retail metropolis of regents street is within a 15 minute walk of the apartments. Apartment 1, the tavistock is available through kay & co priced at £3,750,000. Apartment 2 is available at £3,500,000. For more information please contact kay & co marylebone & regents park on t: 0207 486 6338 or visit www. Kayandco.Com

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ur clients approached us for a reconstruction of the existing housewith the intention to cater for their family consisting of the couple and their 2 young children. From the start, our brief was not to maximize the buildable area. The family appreciated the outdoors and the greenery in front of the house was to be preserved. It was a play area the children would most enjoy on an elevated land a few steps above the car porch. In rethinking the use of the spaces, we sought to make the indoor spaces functional whilst enhancing them with a connection to the outdoors.

The result is a living room that is bright and airy. Stepping up to the dining area, the space for dining is similarly allowed to spill outwards with an extension of a outdoor timber deck - creating a romantic space for after hours relaxation after a family gathering. The roof was redesigned to include a series of skylights above the straight flight of stairs to the second storey. A generous family area greets one on the second storey. where a lush outdoor planter (which the Owners had a free-hand choosing the plant mix) spans the entire length. The planter is accessible by large sliding aluminum

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Save the date — Wednesday 21st September 2016 This successful day for Garden Designers, Landscape Architects, Landscape Contractors and GreenSpace Managers is held at the Ashford International Hotel Ashford Kent 9:00—16:00 As usual there will be a shuttle bus running from the train station with its fast links to London St Pancras. Visits to the nursery which is nearby can also be arranged on the day. Book on line — tickets only £36 incl Vat, lunch & delegate pack. www.palmstead.co.uk More information is available for this successful industry event on our web site and will be added to over the summer with speaker interviews and useful links to information sources. Book early to avoid disappointment. 23

Editor’s Choice

Crometta: Combining Water efficiency and Premium Design

The latest Hansgrohe Crometta range comprising of overhead and hand showers, shower sets and showerpipes has been developed in collaboration with long standing partner Phoenix Design. Specially created for the entrylevel segment, it combines water efficiency, sustainable technologies and premium design at an attractive price. The new Crometta range is showcased at The Water Studio, Clerkenwell, London. With project expertise and support central to the studio’s offering, the Hansgrohe Project Team is on hand to offer invaluable advice on issues like water regulations (WRAS) and can demonstrate how to save money by using resources more efficiently and selecting quality products with long lifecycles that deliver genuine value.

For stockists contact Tel: 01372 465 655 www.hansgrohe.co.uk

Claim Your Free Natural Stone Source Book The Natural Stone Source Book is designed to be both inspirational and educational, providing the information and visual stimulation required for a successful project. Whether it’s a new build development or a landscape job, a large interiors project or a small kitchen space, this publication is your comprehensive reference point. The Source Book contains a directory of all of our members, as well as project case studies and product profiles, acting as both a source of information and inspiration.

We are delighted to offer all Design Buy Build readers a free copy of this publication. To claim yours, go to www.bit.ly/SourceBook

Amtico Launches A Refreshed And Streamlined Version Of Its Critically Acclaimed Signature Collection –

which has been carefully curated to reflect both customer demands and changing trends within interiors. 30 new designs make up the 163 strong collection within the Wood, Stone and Abstract palettes. Amtico’ sworld-class design team has scoured the globe for inspiration, creating exciting new palettes focusing on tone and texture, changing expectations of LVT. Amtico Signature is a collection that will both inspire and excite. A master of shadow and drama, the new Umbra Collection will redefine any project using shadow, curves and motion. Umbra flooring is original, dramatic and breath-taking. Beautiful shadows, sophisticated curves and organic layers deliver soft flow to open areas and intense drama to intimate spaces. For more information visit : www.amtico.com/commercial or call 01212229863

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BROAD STREET HOUSE IN SUFFOLK

NASH BAKER ARCHITECTS Broad Street House is new build home in Suffolk by Nash Baker Architects.

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DESIGN TEAM KATHARINE MACLEAN, SIMON BAKER, HOWARD NASH PHOTO NICK GUTTRIDGE

We wanted to ensure that the architectural expression would be contemporary and of its time whilst in its materiality being nevertheless reflective of local vernacular traditions. contemporary home that was both sympathetic to the neighbouring properties, whilst still being of its time. They required an open plan living arrangement that on the ground floor would provide them with dedicated work rooms for their respective professional activities as silversmith and baker, and a first floor, that could take advantage of the natural daylight and the expansive views across the marshes to Orford Ness, and the coast beyond. In contrast to the brickwork at the ground floor, the upper

he house utilises a palette of natural and traditional materials to blend with the rural street scene, and the exterior uses oak cladding and handmade bricks (both locally sourced) to blend with the architectural character of the village. To create a more distinctive look, the bricks were laid in a variation of ‘Monks bond’ using white iron-free sand for the lime mortar which was sourced from the local Wivenhoe pit. “We wanted to ensure that the architectural expression would be contemporary and of its time whilst in its materiality being nevertheless reflective of local vernacular traditions.” The client’s brief was to replace the incongruous pre-existing 1980’s building with an exceptional

level appears lightweight, utilising ribbons of untreated oak cladding to wrap up and across a pitched roof. The oak cladding was sized to match the brick course dimensions, so that the two elements of construction have a complimentary design intent. Internally, the house has a muted decorative scheme with exposed concrete ceilings complemented by a floor of whitewashed Douglas fir planks and fitted joinery made with lacquered birch faced plywood. Studio and office rooms occupy

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the left side of the ground floor layout, mirrored on the right of the rear reception room by an open plan kitchen area defined by a parallel wooden dining surface in walnut with expressed dovetail joints. The reception room opens out onto a red brick terrace and garden through a series of glazed sliding doors, mirrored on the upper storey where corresponding doors on the master bedroom and en-suite bathroom open out onto a covered terrace sheltered by the oak clad roof that gives spectacular views of the Orford Ness marshes and the Suffolk coast. Architects Nash Baker Architects www.nashbaker.co.uk Location Orford, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12, UK Area 201.5 sqm Project Year 2016 Structural Engineer Ellis & Moore.

Bathrooms & Kitchens

New Min Size In Max-Top Range

Kitchen worktop specialist Max-Top has announced the addition of a new 1.5 metre length surface to its portfolio, which will be available from June 2016. The new size has been launched to deliver more accuracy for installers, and help prevent product waste through cut-offs. Stephen Moss, managing director of Max-Top Quartz, said: “Our range has proved incredibly successful with its existing product length of three metres, but we have recognised that smaller workspaces and corners may not require as much worktop surface. “To combat waste and help reduce costs, the new length will be available to all retailers and suppliers from the start of June. We see this as another way of supporting installers, by directly responding to their requirements and considering their bottom line.” The 1.5 metre worktop lengths will be available in all of the 10 availabledecorsincludingWarmGreyandBlackOnyxSparkle. For further information visit www.maxtopquartz.co.uk or call 0161 224 0333

New Space Saver Collection from Lecico Bathrooms

Lecico bathrooms has created a new Space Saver bathroom brochure, crammed with short projection products, designed to aid planning and ensure that even the smallest room in the house can still be big on style. At the heart of the new Space Saving range is a brand new Close Coupled WC with a total projection of just 614mm. This new WC has been created to offer a clean streamlined modern design that takes less space and complements a number of Lecico’s short projection basins. The basins, all with less than 380mm projection, have been selected from the broad range of products within the Lecico portfolio and are showcased with the space saver WC in this new brochure. This brochure also includes compact bathroom furniture. Lecico can be contacted on tel: 01234-244030 or ukinfo@lecico.co.uk Check our their website at www.lecico.co.uk

JIS adds new Rye tilting rail to Sussex Range of Stainless Steel Towel Rails

Inspired by the traditional library ladder it has been designed to offer a graceful twist on the classic, leaning lightly against the wall taking bathroom elegance and comfort to a new level. With larger than normal bar spacing comes the added advantage of further practicability should you favour more than one bath sheet or within a larger family bathroom. Measuring 1800mm x 520mm and tapering to 300mm at the top and available in both polished and satin finish, it is offered in all 3 formats, Central heating, Duel Fuel and Electric only.

For further information please visit – www.sussexrange.co.uk for further information.

Ceilings, Walls & Partitions

Four Ways to Create Attractive Brick Soffits

Fabric Living Wall System

A new 8-page brochure and online animation from brick support specialist, ANCON, show just how simple it is to create suspended masonry soffits on virtually any brick building, regardless of soffit dimensions, brick type or bond pattern. The new resources are available at – www.ancon.co.uk/Nexus. An increasingly popular design choice for architects, deep brick-faced reveals and soffits add extra depth to a building façade, maintaining the colour and texture of the main brick façade typically above door and window openings. Key to achieving this aesthetic is the design of the supporting steelwork which is hidden from view and this is where Ancon’s expertise comes in. Ancon provides four effective, yet distinctly different, soffit suspension solutions, all covered in a new technical brochure.

Inspired by our research programme at the University of Sheffield, which measured the thermal benefits of Living Walls, we have developed a Fabric Living Wall System with integrated insulation. This will allow architects and designers to quantify the thermal benefits and energy efficiencies that this Living Wall system brings to buildings. The product is a light-weight semi hydroponic modular panel system constructed from advanced geotextile fabric. Each square metre holds 49 plants in individual pockets. Each panel incorporates a dripline to irrigate the plants through the fabric. Panels can be fitted to flat or curved surfaces and are planted on site. The system is designed for rapid installation by professional contractors.

For more information call 0114 275 5224 or visit– www.ancon.co.uk/Nexus.

www.scotscapelivingwalls.net Email: sales@scotscape.net Phone: 0208 254 5000

Howzat! Hunter Douglas Ceiling Delivers For Oundle School

A stunning new cricket pavilion at one of Britain’s top schools features a striking bespoke ceiling from leading architectural products manufacturer Hunter Douglas. Oundle School’s JM Mills Pavilion, an award-winning two-storey building designed by architects Levitate, features 200m2 (2,152 ft2) of Hunter Douglas suspended ceiling panels, which create a showpiece ceiling in the main area and which extend to the exterior soffits. The design used Hunter Douglas Prestige FR MDF 16mm concealed grid panels, finished in birch veneer to complement the modern glass structure of the pavilion, and are decorated with a slot pattern (8mmx88mmctc48mm) that provide superior sound absorption, enhanced by black acoustic tissue on the back of the panels, and also look aesthetically pleasing. For further information visit… www.hunterdouglasarchitectural.com/home/index.jsp

Coatings, Sealants & Paints

UNLEASH YOUR BOHEMIAN SIDE WITH OSMO

Since summer 2014, Osmo UK has been proudly partnered with rustic European oak flooring specialists, ESCO. Those looking for a smooth and alive rustic floor need to look no further than the Bohemian range. The combination of ESCO’s special rustic wood style and Osmo’s smooth finish makes it one of the most popular flooring choices in the range. Available in eight colour options, including Cognac, Natural white to Stone Grey, this stylish flooring will suit any interior scheme. For more information and to full the whole Osmo ESCO range, please visit www.osmouk.com and www.escogroup.cz/en 31

ENGLISH HERITAGE BUILDINGS English heritage buildings sees demand for bespoke design.

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There is a certain quality to an oak frame extension or outdoor building that just can’t be equalled to add a charming new room or simply to enjoy your garden all year round. But one of the most frequent questions we are asked by homeowners, and this is for many the deciding factor of any new home renovation, is if the quality of design and build will increase the value of the property. Our answer is always a resounding ‘Yes’. “The design quality afforded by English Heritage Buildings is assured across our range of home extensions, granny annexes, porches and garden buildings. (And if you have lots of space we do stables and swimming pools, too.) There is a certain quality to an oak frame extension or outdoor building that just can’t be equalled, especially when built using and preserving ancient building techniques. The heritage of our

English Heritage Buildings has seen a growth in demand for creative and bespoke designs since the government announced an extension to the relaxation of planning regulations last year. Darren Hook, Managing Director at English Heritage Buildings says there is a growing trend among customers choosing to build an extension that offers flexibility and provides homeowners a chance to build their dream home. Darren says: “There are many reasons you might want to add an extension to your home, whether

design and build quality will bring your home to life with centuries old tried and tested English craftsmanship.” English Heritage Buildings is a local, family run business that provides oak frame buildings designed to last for generations, and is the only oak specialist to carry the highly respected BM Trada Q-Mark status. Unlike non-oak framed extensions, conservatories and garden rooms that are frequently either too hot or cold an oak framed building maintains a constant comfortable temperature whatever the weather. Contemporary homeowners have lots to gain from an oak framed extension. English Heritage Buildings can

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personalise build designs to suit any modern style with a traditional twist. Historically, oak was used as a building material for sea-faring ships because it hardens with age and exposure to water, which makes it a much better long term investment as a construction material and even more environmentally friendly. We plant two trees for each one we use and we are the only specialists in bringing together historical and modern home designs. Darren continues: “Our customers want flexibility when building an extension and no matter what size or style property, English Heritage Buildings caters to all requirements. Our bespoke design service allows customers to create a dream space and our in-house expert planning team will be on hand at all times to advise, prepare, and submit planning applications.” Pricings depend on the customised design our architectural team create with you from scratch to match your existing home and preferences, but they typically they range from £12,000 to £90,000.

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MODERN HOMES ARCHITECTS SATISH JASSAL ARCHITECTS WWW.SATISHJASSAL.CO.UK

FINCHLEY LOFT SATISH JASSAL ARCHITECTS

atish Jassal Architects have completed a loft conversion in Finchley, Barnet, which has added 30% extra floor area to a semi-detached house. The brief was to create a large home office, cinema space, with a shower room that could also work as a master bedroom at a future date. We spent much time with the client understanding how the room would be used in the present and the future, which allowed us to exactly design and detail each element coherently. A large bespoke oak window looks out to the rear garden and landscape beyond. This east facing window is shaded by plates of anodised aluminium. An L shaped window doubles up as a roof light, bringing sunlight into the middle of

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the room. The glass to glass corner of the L shape window allows the client to have uninterrupted views to the in nite sky, and gives the room a feeling of being much larger than it is. Bespoke oak faced plywood joinery wraps around the room. The joinery transforms from a large desk into shower room vanity units and then into low level and tall storage built into the eaves. A seat is set into the tall storage, allowing the client to look out of the L shape window to the sky and landscape beyond. The edges of the plywood are left exposed and incorporated within the design where possible. A disused loft space has been completely transformed, unlocking it true value.

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• Location England, UK • Area 52.0 sqm • Project Year 2016 • Structural Engineer Aleck Associates • Construction Cost £60,000

The brief was to create a large home office, cinema space, with a shower room that could also work as a master bedroom at a future date.

Doors, Windows & Fittings

Vufold Introduces Matching Windows To Its Ultra and Supreme Range Of Bi-fold Doors

Vufold, the leading British manufacturing retailer of bifold doors is radically transforming its offer to customers and the building trade with the addition of matching windows to its hugely popular Ultra and Supreme range of external bi-folding doors. Manufactured in the UK to the same high standard as Vufold’s doors, our beautifully crafted windows are constructed from either full aluminium or aluminium cladding on the outside with real oak on the inside. They are available in various sizes, opening options and window shapes that will be suitable for most window needs.

For further information visit www.vufold.co.uk Tel: 01625 44 28 99

Uni_one® Windows On Putney Development.

New, luxury residential apartments at Oakhill Park, Putney, have been fitted with the highest quality, timber/aluminium ‘composite’ windows and elegant sliding doors, from Uniform Architectural Ltd. Residents will benefit from the very high standards of both acoustic and thermal insulation provided for their greater comfort – as well as the beautiful internal finish of Natural Oak. Externally, the windows and sliding doors are fully protected from the weather by a robust, powder-coated aluminium shield, designed to eliminate the usual need for maintenance of timber, due to water/weather damage.

For further information please visit – www.uniform-arch.co.uk or call 01275 217227

SBD Commercial Aluminium Doors From AlufoldDirect

Get Secured by Design (SBD), fully glazed commercial doors direct to site within two weeks from AluFoldDirect. That’s the promise for customers who want a high quality, high security and energy efficient door without paying a premium for it. All commercial doors can be tailored to suit regular usage, emergency and anti-panic requirements, or a mag lock option for maximum protection. AluFoldDirect thermal commercial doors are Secured by Design accredited, Q Mark accredited and Document Q-compliant, having passed PAS24, BS EN 6375 and BS EN1627 standards. They offer real thermal efficiency and can incorporate a range of performance insulated glass unit options. The strong construction and variety of security options with the AluFoldDirect commercial door make it ideal for high-traffic buildings in the public sector – including schools or hospitals

The Right Sliding Door Hardware Can Improve Performance and Aesthetics

The lift & slide door is one of the most popular innovations in home improvements over the past few years. For architects, it’s the ideal combination of aesthetics and function – yet achieving the smooth movement, slimline appearance and reliable performance requires a precisely engineered system, according to experienced Italian hardware manufacturer AGB. The company is the manufacturer of the Imago Lift & Slide system, the innovative sliding door hardware system that combines fluid, silent door movements with a large glazing area that frames the view. A key challenge is to ensure that the door system can carry the weight of all of that glass, to enable movement of the door in a safe and controlled manner. That’s where the Imago hardware makes such a difference. At the heart of the Imago Lift & Slide system is AGB Hardware’s Uni-V central locking profile. This is engineered to remove any contact between the sash and the frame, for seamless openings and closings.

To find out more, visit www.alufolddirect.co.uk

To find out more about Imago Lift & Slide Doors, visit – www.chooseimago.co.uk

Westbury Launches Brand New Product In London

Dauby Industrial Design

Westbury Windows & Joinery have recently launched their latest product, a brand new range of windows and doors that focus on excellence in both form and function, at The Building Centre and at their new office and showroom in Lambeth. Company Director John Mumford has spent two years researching the latest technologies and materials in order to design and manufacture a product with the quality credentials to satisfy both customer and construction legislation, now and in the future. Westbury’s new and improved windows and doors are designed for double, triple and acoustic glazing in the same profiles and all available with traditional, deep moulded sashes, doors and glazing bars. They are fully certified PAS24 tested and Part Q compliant, extremely weather resistant with double welded continuous gaskets, and have whole product U values as low as 1.0 W/m2K. To find out more about the product, or to arrange a visit call 01245 326 501 or email info@westburyjoinery.com 38

Dauby Industrial Design has stopped concealing raw construction materials, instead integrating them in the interior. This style fits perfectly with old properties such as lofts, factories and studios, as well as with new builds. The Pure® collection uses raw materials, taking its inspiration from the Bauhaus. The combination of sleek design and pure materials has a unique effect and timeless character. Bronze Retro & Trendy Metal. With Raw Bronze and Raw Metal from the Pure® collection, Dauby picks up on the emerging industrial design trend. Raw Bronze is the new black Raw Bronze promises a unique Pure® finish because it is hammered in a special way. The warm copper tint is beautifully expressed in the raw, unpolished look, and is the purest form of Bronze, explains Dauby. Practical.Dauby imports exclusive door, window and furniture fittings from Europe. Dauby only works with natural materials who are casted authentically in sand moulds. All products are entirely hand-made. www.dauby.be | info@dauby.be or T: 0032 3 354 16 86 F: 0032 3 354 16 32

Doors, Windows & Fittings

COLOUR UP FOR SUMMER

Get the deepest colour possible for your garage door thanks to Garador’s choice of premium coloured options on steel Up & Over garage doors. Garador’s powder coating process at its manufacturing plant in Yeovil incorporates the latest electrostatic techniques to produce the most vibrant and resilient colours in its ever popular Up & Over garage doors. The range of available colours is now exceptional. Take this summer’s favourite new shade for instance; soft and subtle grey is a new top seller. But with Garador, you don’t just choose grey…you can choose from stone grey perhaps, or light grey, aluminium, window grey, anthracite grey….a range of fabulous shades to ensure customers can get exactly the colour they envisage. Whichever door you choose, and whatever colour you select, you can be sure your Garador garage door will keep its colour and finish in all weathers and is easily cleaned and maintained. Garador is Britain’s leading garage door manufacturer. Visit www.garador.co.uk or call 01935 443799 to explore the full range.

Quality Acoustic Seals for Doors & Windows Sealmaster DropSeal An automatic DropSeal which fills the gap between the door bottom and the floor or threshold plate. Suitable for new and retrofit projects the Sealmaster DropSeal provides smoke containment and acoustic sealing. Tested to BS EN 1634-1 2014 BS EN 1363-1 2012 & BS476 Part 22. Durability tested to more than 1,000,000 cycles. Can be used in conjunction with Sealmaster Delta and Double Fin Acoustic Seals. Available in a wide range of sizes.

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

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

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BAAN KANOM CHAN ANONYM Since the owner’s family just started their new business which is ”bakery catering”. So, they decided to build a new house in proximate distance which will become their sweet home and a business place.

he name of this project comes from “kanom” which means “dessert” in thai language and the street named “chan” where the project is located. About 100 square was, the site location is in a highdensity area of sathorn which surrounded by houses, row houses and old buildings. Taxicabs always come in and out, because the taxicab parking space is next to the site, and this particular parking space will create privacy to this project. This particular context has become a very important role in design aspect, as it defines building massing and orientation. Anonym was requested to design based on factors, to create privacy for owner’s family. The key idea is to layer functions as well as arrange zoning vertically for public & private space separation. The whole spaces of first and second floor are dedicated as public area. There

are offices and pantry where all office staffs can access. And third floor is divided into 2 living spaces for 2 families. Then, the building massing was created. Three stories solid walls on the east and west side provides privacy to the inner room the space in-between is the inner court that allows natural light to penetrate the space inside. This is where the main staircase connects to each floor. Natural light

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plays a leading role in this area when it cast a shadow through the glass louvers. Anonym put full height windows on the southern side to expand the view of a big splendid tree in the neighborhood, as well as to employ natural ventilation. At the front of the house, the architect designed a double volume balcony that creates an inviting main entrance. It is a multifunction area where the owners and office staffs can use for any special events. Another element that is very important to the house design is various materials application, such as glasses, black steel frames and white plaster walls. The contrast of contexts makes the house stand out from the neighborhood and has become a widely noticed building in this area. ocation oi han hwaeng hung at on het athon rung hep aha Na hon 2 hailand ro ect eam hongphat easang homset uteenart hantara iraporn arnduang ai oo nawate Area

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Bathrooms & Kitchens

Robur Gas-Powered Chillers Installed In Nine Elms Regeneration Development

Fifty Robur gas-powered chillers have been installed to provide comfort cooling to Embassy Gardens, the multifunctional luxury building at Nine Elms in London. Embassy Gardens is a 17 acre site in the heart of Nine Elms in the Southbank regeneration area including commercial, retail and residential properties. More than 1MW of cooling was required for Phase 1 of the residential build. Faced with a shortage of electrical power and the cost of providing the necessary power, Robur’s gas-powered chillers have been chosen. The fifty Robur chillers, supplied by ESS, are mounted on factory assembled skids, each of which has a 90kW output but requires just a 30 Amp single phase power supply. The integrated controls automatically "cascade" the chiller modules and share the load evenly between each of them.

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SAVILE ROW REFURBISHMENT OVERCOMES HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS WITH AET FLEXIBLE SPACE

AET Flexible Space have recently supplied their under floor air conditioning system and bespoke teak finish raised access flooring to another height restricted London refurbishment at 28 Savile Row Mayfair, fully redeveloped by Allied London. With AET Flexible Space systems, fully conditioned air is fed into the plenum by zonal downflow units (CAM), which is then introduced into the space via floor recessed fan terminal units or Fantiles, which are easily relocated with the 600 x 600 mm raised floor tiles and also feature integrated controllers allowing users to personally adjust temperature and fan speed settings. The CAM-C units introduce conditioned air at floor level into the plenum beneath the raised floor and then receive return air at floor level for reconditioning. This configuration allows maximum use of available space through the elimination or reduction of the ceiling void. The AET Flexible Space system is ideal for this type of refurbishment project. By eliminating ceiling based services, it enables older buildings to be equipped with high specification air-conditioning whilst maximising the available floor to ceiling height. For more information visit their website at www.flexiblespace.com, or contact Lucy Bonsall, Marketing Manager: lucy@flexiblespace.com Tel: 01342 310400 46

Monitoring building drying or laying of screed can take weeks or even months. Saveris 2 from testo, is a cloud based measuring solution, enabling you to take control and monitor the whole drying process remotely. Data is accessible via any internet enabled smart phone, tablet, pc or laptop. Temperature and humidity values are monitored and recorded continuously and alerts sent by email and SMS if critical values are exceeded, thus enabling early intervention and prevention of costly and time consuming remedial work. Temperature and Humidity Wi-Fi loggers start from just £179. For further information please contact 01420 544433 Info@testo.co.uk Or visit – www.testolimited.com

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GASPARBONTA STUDIO LOFT is a delicate flat in downtown Budapest.

riginally a studio of a well-known hungarian painter, this flat has all the right features to be a contemporary loft home. The huge central space which contains the kitchen and the living room is accompanied by two bedrooms with separate bathrooms each and a small, invisible storage space. Naturally, the visually most engaging part is the enormous

window in the central space, which is almost 4 by 4 meters. The flat happens to be located on a corner of Budapestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s central park area, VĂĄrosliget, which is currently being transformed into a multi-layered cultural and recreational park (the Liget Budapest project). The interior design concept is based on using the existing industrial features and combine them with clear geometry, raw and honest materials, like iron,

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Johnson Tiles Adds Three, New Fully Interchangeable Designs To Its Absolute Collection

Johnson Tiles, the UK’s leading manufacturer and importer of ceramic and porcelain wall and floor tiles, has reinforced its Absolute collection as the contemporary range of choice with the addition of three, new fully interchangeable designs. Baseline: The textures and colours of natural materials, such as limestone and rich terracotta, inspire the Baseline range. Its earthy tones can be blended for unique yet elegant design schemes. Available in six neutral shades – Powder, Biscuit, Dove, Fossil, Smoke and Shadow – Baseline comes in four modular sizes – 600x300mm, 600x600mm, 900x450mm and 900x900mm – with coordinating mosaic and skirting options and a Natural finish. For more information visit www.johnson-tiles.com or call Customer Services on: 01782 524 000

Royal Warrant Holder Sun-X (UK) Ltd has replaced the preventative conservation measures throughout Kensington Palace, Hampton Court Palace, and Kew Palace.

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The museum-grade clear UV filters on the glass were replaced, and the new dark-brown sunscreen (perforated) blind material not only greatly diffuses sunlight, but its colour blends in with the windows. This allows visitors to see the landscaped grounds without raising the blinds. The blinds are also barely noticeable from the exterior, avoiding an uneven appearance that lighter-coloured fabrics can give. Secondary brown blackout blinds were also installed where especially sensitive objects are displayed.

Bluesuntree source, design and retail affordable, wellcrafted furniture, lighting and accessories. Our passion is for exceptional design, whether that’s mid-century inspired or pure contemporary. 10 years ago, we began selling statement lounge and dining chairs. Today the business has expanded dramatically and we now offer 100’s of our own exclusive furniture designs; supplying products to consumer and trade customers both in the UK and the rest of Europe. Our extensive website should give you all the information you need, but if you’d prefer to visit our Leicestershire showroom, we’re only 10 minutes from the M1.

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STYLE AND PERFORMANCE IN OAKS RESTAURANT WASHROOMS – THANKS TO RELCROSS. PPHE Hotel Group is known for brands that offer quality with an individual style and that’s definitely true of the washrooms attached to Oaks Restaurant and Bar in Nottingham. Reviews on Tripadvisor have likened them to a Butcher’s cold storage room with “Freezer” style doors and Hadrian unpainted steel cubicles. Steel clad walls and stainless steel sink troughs complete the fittings along with bare industrial light bulbs. Hadrian toilet cubicles are supplied in the UK by Relcross Ltd. They can be supplied to match any RAL paint colour as well as in a number of special effect finishes including brushed or polished stainless steel. The 5 galvannealed steel “Elite” cubicles fitted at Oaks are floor mounted and head rail braced with privacy ensured by using continuous stop and hinge sight line fillers along the door edges. Relcross Sales and Marketing Director, Stuart McMaster, said “Modern 52

plastics, are surprisingly durable although it is true that nothing really matches the ultimate durability of steel. Many companies are realising that the whole life costs of high quality washroom equipment are considerably lower than less robust and less stylish options. We’re confident that Oak’s cubicles will go on looking good for years to come” For further information about Hadrian Toilet Partitions and Lockers visit www.hadrian-cubicles.co.uk, call Relcross on 01380 729600 or email sales@relcross.co.uk

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In a building of 8 levels built in the 60s, this renovated penthouse offers a 360° view of Grand Paris.

he development of the apartment was searched in all its dimensions, between interior and exterior spaces: • Transversal dimension, promoting transparency across the width of the apartment (sliding doors, platforms that blur the line between inside and outside). • Longitudinal dimension, marking a more intimate strip (dining room, kitchen, bookcase, bedroom 1) associated to the balcony and an open band (living room, hall, o ce room around the loggia. • Vertical dimension, developing new volumes (skydome in shower room) in addition to the existing double height between the entrance

and the oor. From this open frame, di erent modular subspaces are articulated with each other, according to several devices: • Moving parts, such as doors built into the furniture. • Platform and / or ceiling (hall, shower room, dining room, kitchen, o ce room, bedroom • Fixed elements such as customized furniture headboards or the kitchen. The plan includes: 2 bedrooms, 2 shower rooms, 2 toilets, 1 kitchen, 1 dining room, 1 living room, 1 book case, 1 study room, 1 hall; 1 balcony, 1 loggia, 1 terrace.

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CREDITS • Location: 93 Allée de l’Île de France, 93330 Neuillysur-Marne, France • Project Team: Cyrille Cuperlier, Stefano Cimino, Estelle Vincent • Area: 150.0 sqm • Project Year: 2016 • Construction Company APH Constructions • Carpenter Fabric-K • Softwares Autocad, Sketchup, Photoshop

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ROTTERDAN C PENTHOUSE This traditional, early twentieth century home has been transformed into a luxurious apartment featuring a wellness spa and roof-deck.

lassic details and intricate woodwork are offset by the crisp contours of contemporary elements. Voids in the load-bearing interior walls create circulation in the floor plan and connect the living spaces. Residents can enjoy a spectacular view of Rotterdamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s skyline from the sauna, steam room, bathtub and roof-top whirlpool bath. The primary living space is on the second-story. Here, the floor plan has been augmented to include new functions such as an ensuite separation between the living and dining spaces and a second (guest) bathroom. These new functions are bundled into one discrete volume that is separate from

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the walls and ceilings of the traditional house. The gesture creates a clear distinction between the house’s classic and contemporary elements. Small wooden flooring strips, two by twenty centimeters, unite old and new. Upstairs in the fourth-floor bedroom, all of the loadbearing walls have been eliminated. In the center of the space is a large, freestanding L-shaped element clad in American oak. The horizontal stroke of the L houses the bed and a large bathtub. The vertical stroke of the L contains a steam room and a sauna with a panorama window that provides a view of the city skyline.

The roof-deck is accessible from the fourth-story bedroom by means of a roof access skylight. Along two sides, a semitransparent chestnut fence affords privacy. The remaining two sides of the deck are open, to provide a spectacular 180-degree view of Rotterdam’s skyline. A low, built-in container doubles as a railing and roof garden. The moss and stonecrop frame the deck with a thick swath of green. The roof-deck is floored in reclaimed hardwood and a subtle hatch in the floorboards betrays the whirlpool bath. From the bath, the skyline of Rotterdam can be seen in all its glory.

• Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands • Architectural Design: Personal Architecture –Maarten Polkamp, Sander van Schaik • Area: 120.0 sqm • Project Year: 2016 • Contractor: Nelison Interieur • Roofterrace Design: Joost Emmerik Buitenruimte, Rotterdam.

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Landscaping & External Works Timber Bridges and Boardwalks at Aberfeldy Village, Tower Hamlets CTS Bridges Ltd are supplying bridges and boardwalks at the new Aberfeldy Village in Tower Hamlets. The ÂŁ250m redevelopment project will be delivered in 6 phases incorporating different buildings with their own identity to link community and urban spaces. The scheme incorporates a Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SUDS) of green landscaped buffer rainwater runoff from the new development. CTS were commissioned by Willmott Dixon to provide a number of boardwalk and bridge structures to aesthetically enhance and create pedestrian routes across these areas. CTS supplied the bridges and boardwalks in Ekki hardwood timber with FSC accreditation. The Ekki timber is classed as extremely durable and has a service life in excess of 30 years. The deck boards on the bridges and boardwalks incorporate CTSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hi-Grip Excel non-slip inserts that provide a hard wearing slip resistant surface that retains the natural feature of the timber. Lighting was incorporated into the parapets to provide additional safety. CTS specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of high quality bridges, boardwalks and bespoke landscape structures that can enhance any urban regeneration scheme. For more details on our design, build and installation service for bridges and structures please contact us on 01484 606416 or visit our website at www.ctsbridges.co.uk or by email enquiries@ctsbridges.co.uk

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Charcon Introduces Stonemaster Range Extensions

Charcon, the commercial hard landscaping division of Aggregate Industries, has introduced mixed sized packs plus two additional long aspect pavers to its popular Stonemaster concrete flag and block paving range. Mike Davies, Specifications and Major Projects Manager for Charcon, comments: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The introduction of mixed sized packs to our Stonemaster range is offering specifiers much more design flexibility, especially when working on smaller schemes where quantities of a mix of sizes and shades are relatively low. Stonemaster is a high quality range of flag and block paving with a pencil chamfer that offers all the inherent beauty of indigenous stone. Made from up to 50% reclaimed and recycled material, Stonemaster is more economical than natural stone for a cost effective solution, and permeable options are available. For further information visit www.aggregate.com. For technical support, please call 01335 372222

Charcon Launches Premium Yorkstone Paving Range

Charcon, the commercial hard landscaping division of Aggregate Industries, has launched Abbey Moor natural stone flag paving and setts, suitable for a wide range of applications. Available exclusively to Charcon, the new premium range is a genuine natural Yorkstone from Yorkshire, available in a unique 50/50 colour blend of light blue/grey and rustic buff. The traditional-style paving comes in diamond sawn and flamed finishes with linear modules available, while the setts are available in a diamond sawn, flamed or tumbled finish. Abbey Moor offers excellent durability and exceptional resistance to wear, making it suitable for both pedestrian and trafficked areas. When in situ, it is skid and slip resistant, even when wet, and retains these properties for the whole life of the product. . For further information, including technical data sheets, visit www.aggregate.com. For technical support, please call 01335 372222

Get A Grip On Timber Decking

Our increasingly unpredictable weather patterns have led to a surge of interest in anti-slip decking products to reduce the risk of slipping on wet timber decking throughout the year. DeckWright can offer architects, builders and developers a fully tested, approved and accredited solution, whether for brand new decking or boards that are already laid. Manufacturer, WJ Group can anti-slip most specifications of grooved decking at facilities in Hull and Rochester, whilst DeckWright Inserts can be retrospectively applied to add grip, whether for steps, walkways or larger areas.

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New EasyClean Technology from TimberTech Makes Outdoor Living Maintenance Free!

Introducing the very latest generation of composite decking technology – the super-low maintenance TimberTech EasyClean range. TimberTech EasyClean’s polymer capped exterior makes arduous garden and patio maintenance a thing of the past. EasyClean’s elegant but ultra-hardwearing composite boards will cope with the most testing of conditions, coming clean in seconds with a leisurely wipe down. The TimberTech EasyClean product range, from outdoor living specialist Greensquares, has a capped option for every homeowner. EasyClean Terrain, the accessible entrypoint composite board, harbours hearty Hardwood references, failsafe functionality and fabulous style. It won’t fade or stain and will keep its bold, vibrant, long-life colour-fast looks for decades. EasyCleanTerrain+ has the same, super-low maintenance qualities as EasyClean Terrain but additionally displays rich and unique colour infusions that will remain, won’t stain and provide your home with a year-on-year deeply delicious display. Sleek, solid and substantial, EasyClean Tropical is an indulgent step above; a prime example of the incomparable, super-low maintenance TimberTech wipe clean capped composite. The EasyClean Tropical colour infusion technique showcases the strength, sheen and style of exotic tropical boards and, consistent with the rest of the range, it won’t fade or stain.

TimberTech’s market champion EasyClean Legacy adds sumptuous luxury to wipe clean practicality. Ideally suited for decks where the hard wearing meets refined socialising, it’s a heavyweight board that replicates hand-crafted hardwood but with reliable, year-in, year-out resilience. Captain of the capped composite range, EasyClean Legacy has a stylish, artisan-crafted surface scrolling, rich colour infusions and an ultra-reassuring 25-year residential fade and stain warranty- as with all TimberTech’s EasyClean products. EasyClean Legacy is perfect for the most testing of garden surroundings. North facing; under trees; near sap-filled greenery or where people’s busy lives take them- EasyClean Legacy repels mould, spillages, frequent footfall impacts and messy garden residue with a simple wipe clean. Leisure time is precious- get time rich with TimberTech EasyClean, the super-low maintenance decking that’s designed to more than stand up to the hectic lives we all love to lead. Order your FREE samples Today! E: info@timbertechuk.co.uk www.timbertechuk.co.uk

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DENHAM FILM STUDIOS Weston homes to transform Denham Film Studios into ÂŁ120M art deco inspired residential address

ward winning residential developer Weston Homes has acquired the famous Denham Film Laboratories in Buckinghamshire, originally part of the Denham Film Studios - where the movies of numerous Oscar winning films were processed and first screened to their directors. It will be transformed into an outstanding ÂŁ120 million Art Deco and movie inspired residential address. The Grade II listed Art Deco main laboratory and head office building, built in 1936 and designed by Walter Gropius for film producer Alexander

Korda, and the surrounding 11.94 acre (4.83 hectare) site will be transformed to create an exclusive residential address. The new development will be known as the Denham Film Studios and will provide 224 converted and newly built homes; including 154 one, two and three bedroom apartments and 70 four and five bedroom family townhouses. The project will be highly inclusive, providing private homes for sale, ranging from one bed starter homes up to large five bedroom executive houses, complete with affordable housing of varying tenure. Features within the new development will include a

MODERN HOMES retained and restored cinema with bar and a community hall/fitness space. The new properties are designed around garden squares, landscaped grounds, rill waterfeatures, private gardens and protected woodland complete with parking and garaging.

used to screen movies to Hollywood directors including Stanley Kubrick, Albert â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cubbyâ&#x20AC;? Broccoli and Steven Spielberg will be refurbished and turned into a cinema theatre and club for residents; retaining an important link to the history of the site.

The main Grade II listed building will be converted into 49 elegant apartments, around this will be two new green squares and communal gardens, bordered by three new four storey apartment buildings providing 105 new homes. Around the eastern side of the site there will be avenues of new three and four storey terraced housing, and to the northern section two and three storey detached townhouses; all overlooking communal landscaping and private gardens.

Reflecting the film studio history of the site, there will be movie themed public artwork in the grounds. Highly original and innovative, the new public artwork will take the form of large format plates of glass (each circa 1.6 metres high by 4 metres long) which will be etched with scenes from the famous movies produced at the film studios. The etched glass will be backlit so that they can be illuminated at night, providing highly striking movie themed artwork for residents and visitors to enjoy.

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within the development will be named after the famous historic movies, film directors and actors/actresses who worked at the film studios over the decades. The Denham Film Studios site fronts onto the North Orbital Road in Denham, providing easy commuter access into central London. The Laboratories were built in 1936 by film producer Alexander Korda as part of a film-industry complex known as the Denham Film Studios. The main building is 66,740 sqft (circa 6,200 sqm) in size and was designed by Walter Gropius (1883-1969), the world renowned architect who headed the Bauhaus movement in Germany (1919-32). Gropius designed a three storey Art Deco building with crisp white render façade and continuous linear balconies, evoking 1930s Ocean liners. It is one of only three buildings that Gropius designed in the UK before he relocated to the United States. The building was given Grade II listing in 1985. The Denham Film Studios and its main Laboratories building have an exceptionally illustrious history, playing a central role in Hollywood and British movie making for almost 80 years. In 1937 HM Queen Mary visited the recently completed studios and film laboratory, followed in 1938 by HM King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. In 1939 the film studios and laboratories were acquired by the Rank Organisation which owned the rival Pinewood Film Studios in Iver Heath. The Rank Organisation decided to focus all film laboratory work at Denham, but the adjacent Film Studios Lots were closed in 1952 in favour of operations at Pinewood Film Studios. More/

The Film Laboratories are famous for their central role in the production of some of the world’s most memorable movies, television programmes and TV advertisements. In its heyday it was the largest and most advanced film laboratory outside of Hollywood, producing over 500 million feet of film per annum on site, with completed films distributed to cinemas around the world. During the 1930s over 1,200 people were employed at Denham and even into the late 1970s there were some 700 employees at the complex. The Film Laboratories have been used by world famous film directors to process, edit and review their films. They include Stanley Kubrick, Steven Spielberg, Albert “Cubby” Broccoli, Michael Winner, Sir Peter Jackson, Alexander Korda, Ewan McGregor and Ridley Scott. Films produced and edited on site include: Goodbye Mr Chips, In which we serve, Brief Encounter, Treasure Island, The Great Escape, Clash of the Titans, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, Alien/Aliens, Tommorrow Never Dies, ET, Superman 1,2 & 3, Elizabeth: The Golden Age, Full Metal Jacket, GoldenEye, War Horse, Eyes Wide Shut, Quantum of Solace and Skyfall. The 1930s building has an Art Deco stairwell with feature glass block windows, entrance foyer, storage rooms and film processing and editing rooms. One room stored all the original film footage and film scripts for the James Bond films. The top floor contained plush offices for the directors, one originally served as offices for Alexander Korda, the founder of the film studios, and was later the office of James Downer, the Managing Director of Rank Film Laboratories. The director’s

boardroom table and chairs consisted of furniture from the movie My Fair Lady. In one wing on the ground floor were two plush minicinemas; used to screen film footage to major Hollywood directors. Built in the 1930s and refurbished in the 1970s they were used by directors including Stanley Kubrick, James Bond producer Albert “Cubby” Broccoli and Steven Spielberg. Under current plans one of these movie theatres is being retained and restored to create a cinema theatre and club for residents.

Behind the main laboratory building there used to be (between the 1930s to 1960s) a large film water tank (40 metres by 40 metres in size, 4 metres deep), which was filled with water and used for filming movies including Treasure Island (1950), The Cruel Sea (1953) and The Dam Busters (1955). Parts of the movies Treasure Island and Full Metal Jacket were also filmed in the woodland on the site. In the 1990s the film water tank was converted into a large car park. Around the main Grade II listed building and water tank/car park there were once ancillary buildings of mixed style and ages. During WWII the film

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laboratories were taken over by the US military and used for reviewing top secret film footage and photographs taken over Nazi occupied continental Europe and Scandinavia. The laboratories were also used to produce and edit US military training and propaganda films. After WWII the laboratories were turned to the Rank Organisation and civilian use. In 2006 the Rank Organisation sold the site to MacAndrews & Forbes. In March 2014 a descision was made to close the site which by then was employing less than 70 people. The reason for the closure is that since 2009 there has been a very fast transition to digital filming, which has dramatically reduced the demand for traditionally shot films, making the laboratories at Denham redundant.

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Now award winning residential developer Weston Homes has acquired the famous Denham Film Studios site and are providing an exciting new future for this famous facility. The main Art Deco building will be transformed into a stunning residential centerpiece for the development. The building will gain a new glass roofed central

BELOW Exterior of Denham Studios.

atrium rising from ground to top floor. The atrium space will contain a dramatic feature stairwell, internal balconies and floor to ceiling glazing, allowing natural light to cascade into the new homes. On each floor there will be new one, two and three bedroom apartments with features including large windows, high ceilings and retained period features. On the ground floor, the retained cinema will be refurbished to provide a private screening room, complete with studio bar and foyer, and there will also be a community hall/ fitness suite within the new development. More/ 5/ Within the grounds of the development, the water tank/ carpark and various ancillary buildings will be replaced by beautiful landscaped areas and new homes. The three new apartment buildings will compliment the retained Art Deco building with features including large windows, covered linear balconies and sleek contours. Within the converted and new

homes will be Weston Homes hallmark state-of-the-art specification including designer fully fitted kitchens, spacious stone paneled bathroom suites, stylish living rooms and luxurious bedrooms. The result will be new homes that combine history with all the facilities required for modern living. Bob Weston, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Weston Homes said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;For almost 80 years the Denham Film Studios played a central role in the history of Hollywood and British movie making. With its iconic Art Deco centerpiece, the retained and restored cinema once used by Hollywood directors and its illustrious history this is without doubt the most exciting, glamorous and unique restoration projects Weston Homes has undertaken to date. Our vision at the Denham Film Studios is to create an Art Deco and movie inspired residential address within easy commuting distance of London via rail or road.â&#x20AC;? The Denham Film Studios will

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formerly launch in Spring 2017 with an on-site marketing suite, dressed show-apartment and restored cinema for visitors to view. People interested in purchasing one of the homes are invited to contact Weston Homes now to register their interest. Prices have not been set but are anticipated to start from ÂŁ350,000, rising to ÂŁ1,500,000. The development will provide a full range of homes from starter homes up to around a dozen five bedroom executive houses which will be priced above ÂŁ1,000,000. To register an interest in the homes contact Weston Homes on Tel: 01279 873 300 or visit W: www.weston-homes.com

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he property was designed by the vendors and created by renowned architects Bramhall Blenkharn partnership.

A stunning two storey, four bedroom family home with a twist in a tranquil location in Scarborough, surrounded by trees.

This award winning property was completed in 2010 to an exceptionally high standard to achieve a modern family living space, offering expansive and versatile accommodation of over 4,000 sq ft. The property features modern and sleek interiors throughout which complement the glass façade beautifully. The vendors, Mr & Mrs Robinson are happy to be a case study. They built the property in 2009, it took one year to build and now they’re moving to a smaller property to be closer to work and because their children are going to university. www.hunters.com/property/HighClose-Weaponness/120273 Guide Price: £799,995 Offered by: Hunters Estate Agents, Scarborough W:www.Hunters.com

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Lifts, Stairs & Balustrades

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 72

WORLD LEISURE (UK)  THE LOGICAL CHOICE World Leisure (UK) provides a complete range of design, technical and installation services in the Water Leisure Industry to the construction professional and private pool owner/operator. They offer full turn-key packages from initial Design and Installation through to Commissioning and continued Maintenance Support. The company possesses extensive industry experience and a proven track record which guarantees peace of mind to contractors and clients. In addition, World Leisure is partnered with the best manufacturers and specialist equipment suppliers. With expertise within both the Commercial and Domestic Market Sectors, World Leisure ensures its projects are completed on time and to the highest industry standard. Recent projects include: London Olympic Aquatic Centre, Lagan Valley Leisureplex (NI), Ellesmere Port Sports Village, De Vere Scottish Urban Leisure Resorts, Brookfield Multiplex Centre Point & the Defence Rehabilitation services new world class facility at Stanford Court.

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ARCHITECTURE

MODERN HOMES

RYE’S MARITIME HISTORY FUSED WITH CONTEMPORARY DESIGN

Kebony combines beauty with sustainability for redevelopment of protected site

ondon: 24 May 2016 JD Architects (JDA) has recently completed its ambitious redevelopment of Cinque Ports Street, the 1,050 sq. m. former Central Garage site in Rye. Derelict for fourteen years, these buildings have been given a new lease of life with a striking, angular wooden façade made from Kebony. With its clever design and sustainable focus, Cinque Ports Street was announced as a winner at this year’s RIBA Regional South East Award.

unique aesthetic which delicately balances modern and traditional aspects. Prior to construction, significant archaeological digs and studies were carried out to inform the design parameters and avoid disruption to the remains of Rye’s medieval town wall which runs through the site and is protected as a scheduled ancient monument (SAM). JDA wanted to create a modest design that emphasised the clean lines of traditional maritime architecture and incorporate a large amount of timber cladding, made from beautiful dark-hued Kebony, the sustainable alternative to tropical hardwood. This creates a dramatic outline on the streetscape and the steep pitched roof that angles sharply down at either side ensures the building matches the

Influenced by imagery of the town’s maritime heritage, the transformed properties combine architectural elements from the nearby shipyard warehouse as well as traditional coastal architecture. The buildings, predominantly for residential use but also containing two retail units at ground floor draw on the town’s history to create a

MODERN HOMES heights of adjoining buildings. The window placement has also been carefully considered to maximise the views towards Rother Valley, with expansive glass openings to obtain the most light. The decision to choose Kebony for the cladding was made due to the wood’s aesthetic and environmental credentials, being far more environmentally friendly than comparable construction materials. Developed in Norway, the Kebony technology is an environmentally friendly, patented process, which enhances the properties of fast growing sustainable softwood with a bio-based liquid. By impregnating the wood with furfuryl alcohol, the wood’s cell wall is polymerised resulting in greatly improved durability and dimensional stability. This process gives the wood a dark colouration, comparable to woods such as mahogany or teak, which perfectly complement the quiet and restrained colour pallet of

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Cinque Ports Street. Jonathan Dunn, lead architect on this project commented: “This was a fascinating project to be involved with as we had to come up with a beautiful design that modernised the site while preserving the medieval town wall. Kebony cladding proved to be a fantastic solution, providing a contemporary look which draws on elements of local history and is a great asset for the town of Rye.” Adrian Pye, International Sales Director at Kebony added: “The architects at JDA have done a fantastic job, taking a derelict site and transforming it with a beautiful contemporary design in keeping with the area’s history. From the Kebony clad frontage to the carefully considered window placement, a great amount of time and thought has gone into the design details and we are delighted with the end result.” www.kebony.com

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Let ecoled’s online Light Builder tool help you master DIY lighting like a professional this Bank Holiday weekend

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t’s been estimated that over two million households will experience a DIY disaster this Bank Holiday weekend* with Brits spending a total of £58 million fixing botched home improvement jobs. Those who fancy themselves as a bit of a DIY expert shouldn’t be deterred from embarking on interior design projects within the home, particularly when it comes to lighting – the 4th dimension of architecture.

of downlights, uplights and linear lights and customise the appearance and specification including size, light engine power, beam angles as well as premium bezel finishes. At each stage of building your fixture, a virtual image of the product will be created and, once complete, a specification sheet can be downloaded. Users can then request a quote for their custombuilt fixture, add it to their personal product collection or use it to build

Whether you decide to enlist the help of an interior designer, or go it alone, ecoled’s pioneering Light Builder is an easy-to-use online tool which will enable you to design and configure bespoke-built luminaires to create the perfect lighting effect. The Light Builder tool – the first of its kind - allows users to put together a choice of components to build a bespoke light. Users can choose from a diverse range

a project with ecoled’s new Project Builder feature. Save hammered fingers and DIY disasters this Bank Holiday weekend; relax in front of ecoled’s Light Builder tool and create lighting with no limitations. For more information or for access to ecoled’s range of online tools, visit its new website: www. ecoledlight.co.uk *According to research by Privilege Insurance.

Safety & Security

Fire Glass Specification Made Easier With Latest Pyroguard Technical Document

Leading fire resistant glass manufacturer Pyroguard has announced the release of a new version of its Technical Document, which includes test evidence for aluminium framing systems for the first time. The document can be requested at – www.pyroguard.eu/fire-glass-products/technical-document/.

Selecting the right fire resistant glass has been made easier with Pyroguard’s Technical Document. Pyroguard has provided specification guidance on how to achieve the desired fire classification - and which products and test reports should be used to achieve compliance. Information on timber, steel and aluminium applications is included. The technical characteristics of all Pyroguard solutions, such as light transmission, U values and acoustic performance are also clearly indicated. For the latest news on Pyroguard and our fire glass solutions, follow us @Pyroguard or on LinkedIn and visit www.pyroguard.eu. To speak to our specification team about your individual needs, call 01942 710 721

Securikey Works The Room With Its New Modulprim Features

Leading physical security specialist, Securikey, has made innovative modifications to its range of Modulprim security rooms. The Modulprim is a bespoke modular vault solution for both new builds and existing buildings and is a convenient and cost effective method of adding a high security strong-room to a building. The Modulprim offers a complete storage facility for money, documents and pharmaceuticals and is adaptable to most building specifications, even those with limited space or those located on upper floors. New light-weight panels combined with reduced steel work decrease the weight of the original Modulprim by up to 25%. In addition, the new method allows for unsupported space of up to 12 metres with no internal pillars, compared to 7.4 metres on the original, providing the customer with a much greater amount of useable space along with increased flexibility in layout. For more information visit: www.securikey.co.uk/vaults-and-safe-deposit/ or call 01252 311 888

SIMONSVOSS MOBILEKEY LAUNCHES IN UK New MobileKey from SimonsVoss makes building security beautiful

SimonsVoss, a leading electronic lock manufacturer and brand of Allegion, has launched a new keyless locking system, MobileKey, in the UK. The SimonsVoss motto is, “Innovative technology in perfect design,” and MobileKey offers just that. With state-of-the-art technology, MobileKey offers simple, keyless locking for a variety of buildings. Users of MobileKey can replace their traditional keys with a digital transponder, a PIN code keypad or even an app on their smartphones. The system is simple to understand and easy to set up. The system has a stylish and sleek design, and the visual components of MobileKey fit in with both modern and classic environments, as the aesthetic beauty offers an elegant yet timeless design. The system is suitable for a variety of projects including small offices, residential and apartment blocks, healthcare and commercial applications, being suitable for use in buildings with up to 20 doors and 100 users. For more information about SimonsVoss MobileKey visit – www.allegion.com/uk/MobileKey. For more about Allegion and its products, visit www.allegion.com/uk 79

Boxing Clever With Securikey’s Safety Knife & Retractor

Knife safety is thrown into sharp relief with the retractable safety knife, cord and karabiner from leading physical security product supplier, Securikey. Ideal for warehouse and distribution centre use, the 90cm cord and karabiner fixing allows for hands-free work whilst still keeping the knife within easy reach, making it one of the most reliable and convenient safety tools on the market. Earlier this year, Keira Dunnet was stunned when her seven year old daughter opened a delivery of foam building blocks to discover that, along with the bucket of toys promising ‘no sharp corners’, the packing department had also added a little something extra – a used three inch blade from a packing knife! Unfortunately, this is not the first story of its kind in recent months and is a costly error that can lead to injury and, subsequently, expensive legal action. When working with knives, safety should always be paramount and, situations like Keira’s can be easily prevented with Securikey’s safety knife and retractor. For more information 01252 311888 or go to securikey.co.uk

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Tools, Plant & Equipment

Snickers Workwear Recommends Toe Guard Safety Footwear Quality safety shoes and boots that deliver comfort, protection and great value for money.

Now part of the Hultafors Group UK’s portfolio of premium brands, Toe Guard does just what its name suggests – delivers great value safety footwear for all kinds of working environments and weather conditions. Starting at only £29.95, this range of safety shoes and boots is one of the fastest growing in Scandinavia where demands for safety, quality and value keep their shoes and boots one step ahead of the competition. With a variety of different safety shoes and boots available in the range, every product has in-built hi-tech designs that combine top quality materials, ultimate comfort and maximum safety. The Toe Guard product ranges extend our offer of premium brands that are the natural first choice among discerning professional craftsmen and women. To get more information call the Snickers Helpline on 01484 854788

Snickers’ Next Generation of ALLROUND Working Clothes. . . ready for anything on-site – all day, every day.

Snickers’ Next Generation Workwear symbolises the brand’s commitment to delivering the very best in modern working clothes. The latest ALLROUND Workwear family has been designed to cope with just about everything in everyday working environments. For professional craftsmen, they are probably the most advanced working clothes of their kind with modern designs that ensure smart, professional looks and an amazing fit. Garments like WorkTrousers, Jackets, RainWear, Shirts and Sweaters combine to deliver maximum, hardwearing comfort and innovative functionality. They really are the ultimate choice for today’s professional craftsmen, perfectly suited to all kinds of work in all kinds of everyday on-site environments. For information on the Snickers range of Next Generation ALLROUND Working Clothes is is easy - call the Helpline on 01484 854788; check out www.snickersworkwear.co.uk and download a digital catalogue

The Complete Package – Snickers, Hultafors, Solid Gear and Toe Guard

For professional craftsmen and women, this summer is all about getting to know more about the top quality products from the Hultafors Group’s Premium brands, each of which deliver the leading innovations and marketing leading products in Tools, Workwear and Safety Shoes. Snickers Workwear’s Next Generation working clothes and accessories are delivering the ultimate in on-site functionality, comfort, protection and safety. They are perfectly complimented

by Solid Gear and Toe Guard safety shoes, which bring modern looks plus uncompromising safety and comfort in a range of styles that will keep you one step ahead of the rest. Add all that to the Hultafors range of premium Hand Tools - which are state of the art products with the best possible functionality, precision and reliability – and you have a unique family of products that makes craftsmen’s workday safer, easier and more productive. Find out more by calling the Snickers Helpline on – 01484 854788; check out www.snickersworkwear.co.uk and download a digital catalogue

REDBACKS KNEEPADS HELP LAY FOUNDATION FOR APPRENTICE BUILDERS

SMOOTH FINISH FOR PROFESSIONALS

Redbacks Cushioning Limited, manufacturers of the award winning, non-foam based, Redbacks kneepads is one of the co-sponsors of the ‘Building Britain’s Future’ project which was launched at Westminster on Speakers Green in front of the Houses of Parliament on 3rd May this year. The event, which was organised by The National Construction Academy, an organisation set up by Derby construction boss Ian Hodgkinson, highlighted the need to encourage and incentivise apprentices to take up brick laying which, with the constant need for more housing, can offer excellent career prospects and earning potential. Commented on his company’s involvement in contributing kneepads for all the brick layers at the event, Cliff Lockyer, C.E.O. of Redbacks Cushioning Limited, said: “We are delighted to be associated with the ‘Building Britain’s Future’ project and The National Construction Academy which we believe offers apprentices a valuable introduction to the construction industry and in particular the importance of professional brick laying. With a great deal of kneeling involved in this trade it is vital that young people take proper care of their knees right from the start, as unless they do, they will soon face long term pain and discomfort which can lead to injury and loss of earnings in later life”. For more information visit www.redbackscushioning.com email: sales@redbackscushioning.com or telephone: 01327 702104

Leading construction connector manufacturer Simpson Strong-Tie has launched a new catalogue dedicated to its range of bead and mesh products for the professional plasterer. Covering a high quality range of galvanised, stainless steel and PVCu products, and fully tested CE marked items, the catalogue also features handy hints and tips for fixings and installation, for a smooth and professional finish whatever the environment. Sales Director Jon Head says “Our new beads and mesh catalogue has been created exclusively to provide professional plasterers with suitable solutions for all indoor and outdoor applications and to provide advice on how to prevent issues such as premature rusting.” The catalogue is available on request from Simpson Strong-Tie and can be downloaded at – www.strongtie.co.uk 82

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www.pm-mendes.co.uk Please contact a member of the sales team for your nearest distributor. Product Guarantee We offer a 10 year guarantee from the date of delivery on most timber doors, exclusions listed on our website. Some doors have been excluded from the guarantee; any exclusion is detailed on our literature and website. PM-Mendes (International) Limited undertakes to repair or replace, at the option of the Company, products which are shown to be defective in materials or manufacturing workmanship within the warranty period.

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PM-Mendes (International) Limited 30 Leafield Way Leafield Industrial Estate Corsham Wiltshire, SN13 9SW

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