REFURBISHMENT & RESTORE KLIPPAN HOUSE
Prior to restoration, this imposing Grade II listed Victorian home had been subdivided into flats and was falling into disrepair.
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Moling 9 Workshop, transformed from Niu Shou Industrial Park that was built in the 1990s, is located in Jiangning District, Nanjing City.
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COVER PROJECT THE PROJECT REPRESENTS A RECONSTRUCTION OF 19TH-CENTURY COTTON MILL’S BUILDING. Issue 10 2018 £3.95
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Porter Architects
Previously owned by two sisters who had lived there for 60 years, the property had been extremely well looked after, even coming with a maintenance record that detailed such up keep as biannual repainting.
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Art Gluck
The project represents a reconstruction of 19th-century cotton mill’s building.
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Belsize Architects
Prior to restoration, this imposing Grade II listed Victorian home had been subdivided into flats and was falling into disrepair.
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TR Architects
Moling 9 Workshop, transformed from Niu Shou Industrial Park that was built in the 1990s, is located in Jiangning District, Nanjing City.
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Salmen House
Bookending a mid-century terrace in Plaistow this three bed, three bath house makes effective use of a tight corner plot.
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Taylor Knights
Brunswick West House is a small-scale, 50-square-meter alteration and addition to a Californian Bungalow home.
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Finnis Architects
Located in St-Kilda, one of Melbourne’s most rapidly evolving suburbs, the St Kilda Extension is a modern addition which celebrates the home’s traditional beauty whilst creating a tranquil retreat.
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Lake Wendouree House Porter Architects When Tom and Meeghan McInerney bought a 1940s house in Lake Wendouree it was, despite its age, anything but a renovator’s delight. Previously owned by two sisters who had lived there for 60 years, the property had been extremely well looked after, even coming with a maintenance record that detailed such upkeep as biannual repainting. The original timber paneling and ornate plasterwork on the ceiling were also in pristine condition. Nevertheless, the
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couple was keen to create a light, modern space within their new family home, and Ballarat architect Nathan Porter shared their vision. “It was very dark and underwhelming (and) one of the things Meeghan and Tom wanted to do very early on was have a glimpse of naturally lit spaces as soon as you enter the building,” says Nathan. “We kept as much original as possible, but there were some helter-skelter areas at the back that needed a good tidy up.”
The plan was to create two architecturally delineated zones, the original front with bedrooms, bathrooms and a study, leading to a contemporary, naturally lit extension. The existing hardwood floors that were in perfect condition at the front of the house were matched with recycled floorboards in the rear extension, creating a common thread which works for both zones and unifies the new and the old.
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The bedrooms have been treated to contemporary en-suites, with on-trend black tap fittings and classic wall tiles sourced by the couple. Generously-sized windows look out onto the north facing backyard, this larger living space where the family has spent plenty of time since moving in at the end of March this year. “What we found as we put the glass in was it opened up to all these vistas of other beautiful details in houses around town,” says Nathan. A small courtyard created by two little zones gives clear surveillance over the backyard and lets Tom and Meeghan supervise their young daughters without hovering over them. Timber paneling breaks up the expanse of brickwork on the facade, while reclaimed 1940s bricks were laid in a contemporary pattern to continue the union between the old and the new. Meghan’s favorite aspect of the renovation, however, is the naturally light-filled kitchen. “It’s a beautiful kitchen to work in,” she says. “I just love how we’re living in the house. It’s exactly how we envisaged having the kids playing here, and we’ve had some nice dinner parties.” She looks to Nathan who nods and says, “It’s probably exceeded our expectations.”
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Nevka Art Gluck Design Group The project represents a reconstruction of 19th-century cotton mill’s building. The first task to be undertaken in designing was finding a trade-off decision, taking into account historical features of the building and necessary functionality of contemporary business center. The project was implemented in 2017. As a conceptual basis, the rhythm of weaving loom’s filaments was taken. Interiors of public spaces in the building have a dynamic composition of intersecting lines. Business center’s navigation and its corporate identity were also made in general style. Many pieces of furniture and illumination are made according to individual drafts. Multipurpose flat roofing represents a terrace, equipped with glass windshield. This was necessary due to the proximity of the building to a quay. In addition to interior solutions in the building, an enhancement of adjacent area and façade lightening’s system was made. At the entrance, there is a small bicycle parking, while vehicle area is marked with lighter granite modules. Fence construction defends against traffic and road refuses with the aid of repeating lamellas, rotated at 45° angle. This provides a perfect area view without disturbing historical façade.
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The Natural Beauty of Oak Flooring Take a look at one of our latest bits of work. Living with nature brings cleanliness and harmony to your home. Our client stressed that they wanted a natural looking Oak that was not yellow like some Oak floors. This is a French Oak and mixed grade ABCD finished with a natural oil. The finishing process we use, ensures that the board is fully sealed and by using the professional cleaning and maintenance solutions that we provide makes all of this easy.
White oak after finishing with natural oils will look more yellow than French Oak. The natural oils we use react with the natural tannins in the wood to bring out the beauty in the grain and swirly knots. Contact details: Info@ thesolidwoodflooringcompany. com 01666 504015 thesolidwoodflooringcompany. com
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KLIPPAN HOUSE Belsize Architects Prior to restoration, this imposing Grade II listed Victorian home had been subdivided into flats and was falling into disrepair.
a prominent graphic frieze and elaborate glazed panels. The ground floor was opened up to create airy living areas.
We returned it to its former glory as a single home, blending carefully restored historic features with contemporary interior design and fittings.
Key original features now sit alongside contemporary interventions, such as new fireplaces and a state of the art kitchen.
The exterior was carefully restored, including
An exceptionally well-equipped kitchen sits beneath a restored timber ceiling while,
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upstairs, we used every available space to create high specification ensuite bathrooms alongside the restored bedrooms. In the basement we created a series of more intimate spaces including a games room, study and home cinema. Additional space was created by glazing over a disused outdoor yard to form a spacious and light-filled library and family room with handcrafted bookshelves, and cellars were reused for study, cinema and service spaces. A new external glass staircase leads from the main living area to the newly landscaped garden, where a garden pavilion has been added.
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MODE and MODE Bespoke by Vogue (UK) The UK’s largest British designer and manufacturer of premium radiators and towel warmers, Vogue (UK), proudly highlight diversity through its MODE Designer Radiator: available in standard and non-standard sizes with a host of supporting accessories. Steve Birch, Sales Director at Vogue (UK) says “Modern homeowners are looking to embrace period style heating that is modernised by a contemporary colour palette, the addition of retro accessories and the ability to design with multiple styles and sizes. Our MODE and MODE Bespoke Radiator range fits the bill, allowing for creative freedom and your own sense of personal style in your home.” A customisable design concept, Vogue (UK)’s MODE and MODE Bespoke is a highly flexible heating solution with the option of a rich colour palette. Available in standard and non-standard sizes, this radiator design allows for under-window and full height installation, or even an amalgamation of contrasting models/ colours/sizes for interior impact and all important ‘wow-factor’. Columns: To suit your space and heat output requirements we have a standard range of over 40 radiators. Additionally, non-standard options for MODE Bespoke are available for the 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 Column designs, as pictured. With heights from 300mm up to 2000mm, excluding feet: (standard height up to 1800mm) and 2 to 6 column widths the choice is exceptional. Offering a practical wall or floor mounted heating solution, the MODE Radiator Collection by Vogue (UK), is designed to work around you and your home, with a high capacity for heating your entire home.
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Photos: MODE and MODE Bespoke, Designer Radiator Collection by Vogue (UK)
Heights x Widths: - 300, 400, 500, 600, 750, 900, 1000, 1200, 1500, 1800, 2000 [mm] 2 Column - Depth 68mm - Watts / BTU’s: up to 1548/5282 (standard) 3 Column - Depth 100mm - Watts / BTU’s: up to 2117/7224 (standard) 4 Column - Depth 140mm - Watts / BTU’s: up to 2632/8981 (standard) 5 Column - Depth 177mm - Watts / BTU’s: as high as you need 6 Column - Depth 215mm - Watts / BTU’s: as high as you need. Accessories: Column Radiator Feet Adjustable Feet Base Plate Cover - For use with Adjustable Feet Top Retaining Stay – For use with Adjustable Feet Heavy Duty Wall Brackets - Available for 2 to 6 Column Radiators Standing Brackets - For installation to nonconforming wall materials, e.g. glass Welded Feet – increase height by 100mm Up to 20 sections = two feet required 21 to 40 sections = three feet required 41 to 58 sections = four feet required The MODE and MODE Bespoke Radiators are supplied in White RAL 9016, as standard, or you can choose from a broad spectrum of coloured finishes by Vogue (UK) like a bold Melon Yellow (RAL 1028) or more subtle shade like Pastel Green (RAL 6019). It is also available in a choice of contemporary painted finishes for 2 & 3 Column versions: Latte, Cappuccino, Mocha, Espresso, Black and Anthracite. Manufactured from Mild Steel, the MODE Radiators are part of the Designer Collection and supplied with a 15 year manufacturer’s guarantee.
For further information on Vogue (UK) or any of its latest product collections, please call 01902 387000, email info@vogueuk. co.uk or visit www.vogueuk.co.uk
Black: industrial, stylish, metropolitan. The impact of a bathroom in which strong shades of black are used is unequalled; this latest interior trend is inspired by the robust industrial look of yesteryear.
EMOTIONS COME THROUGH MUCH STRONGER IN BLACK AND WHITE. COLOUR IS DISTRACTING IN A WAY, IT PLEASES THE EYE BUT IT DOESN’T NECESSARILY REACH THE HEART.
Black is a powerful, elegant and luxurious colour. It enhances shapes and emphasises contrasts. Black also radiates energy and vitality.
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OPERA: ART AND WATER Clean lines and a robust structure. An eye for detail in the finish and flowing movements when opening and closing.
In the picture: Opera
Beauty and technology meet in Opera, a shower door characterised by a nice finish and a clean design. Opera is ideal for styling a modern space thanks to the smart use of the contrast between glass, the black finish and the surroundings. The industrial style of the matte black Opera results in a chic and elegant look.
DISTINCTIVE CHARACTER If the interior is all about contrast, then this is highlighted by Zephyros. A clearly present frame of the shower door with a distinctive character: a gusty design. The matching matte black handgrips and details give it a tough look that fits in perfect with the latest interior trends.
In the picture: Zephyros
MINIMALISM AND CLEAN LINES Young 2.0 is versatile and adapts to endless situations. The shower walls make maximum use of the space thanks to the slender frame and the large proportion of glass. A tight division of the shower area with nice details for an immaculate and elegant feel. In the black version Young 2.0 can be easily combined with the natural beauty of Novosolid, a shower floor that fits in with the new interior philosophy of natural materials because of the stone texture.
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In the picture: Young 2.0
An ode to the steel frames of yesteryear that are back in today’s latest interior trend. The Kuadra H walk-in shower with the new black line pattern, which is a wonderful look-a-like of the industrial, steel frame, makes each shower area a true work of art; a striking bathroom that reflects the personality of its resident.
Discover the series, by going to: http://www.novellini.co.uk/black-collection.html http://www.novellini.co.uk/white-collection.html www.novellini.co.uk Tel: 01727 229922
In the picture: Kuadra
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MINIMALISM AND CLEAN LINES With a whole host of exciting product features, such as showering height of 2000mm, through to the minimal matt black, matt white of polished chrome profiling giving the enclosure a sleek and luxurious look. Coupled with the rise and fall door mechanism and the versatility to be installed on a shower tray or tiled floor, the Young collection gives you a multitude of showering options and fantastic value for money. Combine this with our Novosolid stone shower tray andfast flow with its anti-slip stone texture, stain and UV resistant, hiddenDesigned 90mm manufactured waste and can be cut down to size on site to fit difficult spaces. in MANTOVA
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Maxtop announces new factory and products Kitchen and bathroom surface specialist, Maxtop Quartz Ltd, is strengthening its manufacturing capabilities and product
offering with a brand new, state-of-the-art factory in China.
boasts ultra-modern machinery and the space to increase
Mendabath UK The UK’s leading Bath Resurfacing Company
Maxtop Quartz launched to the UK market in 2014, offering a
Mendabath UK is the leading bath repair and resurfacing specialist.
Situated at Chouzhou, near Shanghai, the 28,000 sq ft facility manufacturing capacity by 900 per cent.
unique alternative to natural stone – a patented polypropylene honeycomb interior topped with an 8mm layer of solid quartz. Lightweight, but with the aesthetics of a solid stone surface, the product will soon be manufactured using more modern,
automated processes, making it even stronger and quicker to produce.
We repair and resurface baths, basins and shower trays insitu, as well as cosmetically repair minor damage and cracks on all sanitary ware in the commercial and domestic sector. Baths that are stained or damaged can be fully restored with no need to re-tile, re-decorate or re-plumb the bathroom with a turnaround time of just twenty four hours, keeping lost occupancy days to a minimum.
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Maximum system safety with a perfect fit: wedi Fundo Top
Here at wedi, we do not only offer individual products, we offer full system solutions so that you can sit back and enjoy the value of your investment. The wedi system comprises the highest quality components designed to work together to deliver unrivalled level of performance thus guaranteeing system safety for the whole floor to wall system. This year, for the very first time, we have brought out a ‘visible’ product to complement our Fundo Primo, Fundo Plano and Fundo Riolito neo walk-in shower ranges: a tailor made ready-to-fit surface, perfectly adapted to the slopes of our shower elements. As a 100% Fundo system component, the new wedi Fundo Top can be installed particularly easily to the corresponding Fundo floor element and can also be flexibly adjusted to suit requirements on site. 100% waterproof Non-slip surface=R11 Hygenic and easy care
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The one piece, seamless element is made from a 6mm thick, high-strength mineral material and is currently available in 4 colours: white, beige, grey and anthracite. It is wheelchair accessible and its non-slip surface (R11 equivalent) provides firm footing ensuring maximum safety in the shower for the whole family. The Fundo Top also offers a comfortable surface temperature at all times, so paired with the already excellent insulation properties of the wedi Fundo walk-in-shower elements, it Simple further enhances the showering to install • Internationally Approved experience for all. 10 Year Furthermore, the high-quality durable material has an Warranty antibacterial effect and its surface is dirt-resistant thus it’s not only hygienic but particularly easy A division of Aztec (Europe) Ltd to clean, and thanks to the practical full-body colour, over time, any surface scratches can be easily sanded down! The wedi Fundo Top truly is an ideal, elegant alternative to tiling without compromising the quality or the watertightness of the finish. Telford Road
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HOW DO YOU USE TX 140® 2-in-1?
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Listed country house saved from dereliction A Category B listed country house near Peebles, Scotland, has been brought back to life following many years of neglect. As in most historic houses, the walls of Hallyards do not have a damp course, which means that moisture rises up them and needs to evaporate away.
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We’ve chosen shades that complement the stone floors and slate worktops, aiming to create a bright and airy feel.” Claypaint is a unique, clay based emulsion that maximises the natural properties of clay to create a high performance, highly breathable paint that covers exceptionally well and gives a distinctive, ultra matt finish. It is virtually VOC free and does not give off any toxic emissions so it is safer for the health of building occupants and the environment. For further information visit: www.earthbornpaints.co.uk www.russellpaints.co.uk
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Moling 9 Workshop TR ARCHITECTS Moling 9 Workshop, transformed from Niu Shou Industrial Park that was built in the 1990s, is located in Jiangning District, Nanjing City. After this transformation, it becomes a Creative Park of Culture and Science with “Internet +” as its core and with a total of nearly 40,000 square meters. The base is rectangular in the east-west direction, and the short side at the western end is the only part that interfaces with external roads. With regard to the shape of the base and the order of its development, the western end of the block serves as a start-up area, consisting of two U-shaped buildings and temporary houses scattered on the street. Designers persuaded its proprietor to abandon the initial blueprint of constructing the park’s identity through large-scale renovation of the facades of the two factory buildings along the street. Instead, they suggested to set up an open transitional zone between the closed park and the city where the park and the city can interact with each other through rearranging the venue between the factory buildings and the outside world with the transformation of the space instead of facade renovation, in order to change the previous senses of alienation and unpleasantness of the most Industrial Park to the city, and thus create identity of 9 workshop identity. In the process of site arrangement, the temporary houses along the street will be demolished while retaining the little houses with a relatively complete and brick-concrete structure in the northwest corner. And based on the dimensions of these houses, we would plant in the vacated ground 4 “industrial huts” made up of steel frames, weathering steel, steel mesh, glass and steel scaffolding. The “industrial community” consisting of five huts replaced the construction of fences and gates, representing the openness of the park. The space inside these huts make things easy during rush hour for a large number of pedestrians are completely separated from the traffic when entering and leaving the park. Because of the materials applied for the new huts will not only block the view of the park from the outside but will create an overlap of sight with the old factory, creating a mixing effect of old and new buildings. We hope that the five huts in this open space will serve as a catalyst space with uncertain functions in the early stage where we envision people in and out of the park can wait, meet up and chat pleasantly leaning against the edge of scaffolding, and even bask in the sun and read books. In the
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www.xmtr.net.cn Images: Fangfang Tian later stage, because of the business needs, the huts along the street can be transformed into florist, coffee shop, bookstore and so on with commercial functions, so that the park will be provided with more diversified functions and greater urbanity. In the transformation of the two U-shaped factory buildings, on the basis of retaining the style of the original buildings, the interbuilding space will be added the space of intercalated office taking advantage of building height, while the central open space of each U-shaped building was transformed into a green-filled courtyard. The new truss and glass roof, covering part of the courtyard, creates an ambiguous zone between the indoor and the outdoor. The zone is expected to extend the human activities as far as possible to the courtyard in addition to connecting the two sides of buildings. Two U-shaped factory buildings will be transformed along the interface of the park central road. We have chosen the way that could erase the most traces of transformation. In this interface, we added another layer of structure, which does not only create external space for placing the outside machine of refrigeration equipment but also highlights the entrance to the building. At the same time, the bridging piece applies for inclined plate design at the bottom, reducing the light distraction indoor. This layer of additional structures, come in tune with the original style of the factory buildings, entering finely into the integration of the original building as much as possible.
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Action Wall Ties The Structural Repair Experts trust Action Wall Ties to provide budget conscious structural repair solutions.
From a single terraced house to vital infrastructure tunnels, from tower blocks to mansion houses; Action Wall Ties have the expertise you need.
• Large Panel System Reinforcement • Repairs • Concrete Frame Buildings Defect • Remediation • Helical Bed Joint Reinforcement • Lateral Restraints • Remedial Wall Ties • Masonry Realignment • Remedial Movement Joints • Boot Lintel Remediation • Lintel and Bay Window Realignment • Concrete and Brickwork Repairs • Design, Fabrication and Installation of Remedial Structural Steelwork
Structural defects require repairs that get to the root cause of the problem. Action Wall Ties have over 20 years’ experience of diagnosing and repairing all manner of structural faults. Traditional builders often provide superficial, cosmetic repairs without solving the underlying issue. At other times property owners have been faced with long and costly rebuilding works in an attempt to fix structural problems.
call them on 01227 721 255 for free, preliminary advice.
Action Wall Ties have developed specialist tools and fixings that restore structural integrity without the need to rebuild. Precision drilling equipment allows state of the art fixings to be installed without altering the appearance of the property.
Action Wall Ties’ care and attention to detail make them the perfect choice for listed buildings and period properties. With flexible teams that can manage anything from a single apartment to an entire estate of tower blocks, you know you will be in safe hands with Action Wall Ties.
Find out how Action Wall Ties can help you. Email photos of the structural defect to enquiries@actionwallties.co.uk or
Architects, home owners, housing associations and councils across London, Kent and the South East have come to
For more details and to see case studies that showcase the wide variety of structural defects that Action Wall Ties can help with visit www.actionwallties. co.uk. Contact Action Wall Ties for friendly advice and a no cost quotation. Call 01227 721 255 or email: enquiries@actionwallties.co.uk
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2020 Vision The Future of the Built Environment 21 - 22 June 2018, Business Design Centre London Now in its fourth year, vision has become an essential resource for thousands of architects, technologists, designers, developers, specifiers and their clients. Celebrating design, specification and product innovation in creating smarter buildings and better places, Vision’s aim is to always push forward to future-proof design in construction. The show provides an international focus for innovative products and building solutions, bringing together some of the best designs and leading figures from across Western Europe for two days of business, learning and networking. Some of the 2018 highlights will include; over 100 major brands and innovative start-ups, hundreds of cutting-edge products and building solutions, including research and development into the latest software and over 100 hours of free seminars providing a unique industry insight across four theatres. Vision is also focusing on international conversations, an opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with continental counterparts, presented through a collection of pavilions from Belgium, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and Latvia. Ambitious plans are in place to grow the exhibition and extend Vision’s Educational Programme, whose supporters include the RIBA, CIAT, BRE, New London Architecture & the London Festival of Architecture. Vision will play host to over 100 international industry experts to deliver another highly acclaimed seminar programme. With four content-packed seminar theatres over two days, we’ll be asking big questions of big names in architecture, engineering, and urban development, across three big themes: 1. Added Value With urbanism, infrastructure and Architecture being fundamental to the economic success of cities, neighbourhoods, institutions, companies and brands, how can we quantify and maximize the impact of high-quality design on society, economic sustainability and
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commercial success? 2.Health, Wellbeing & Sustainability How can we design buildings and places that promote healthy environments and sustainable lifestyles, whilst also being efficient to build and run? 3. Common Good What steps can we take to ensure that our buildings and public spaces are inclusive, safe and welcoming and make a positive contribution to civic life? With keynote presentations from Patrick Schumacher, Principal, Zaha Hadid Architects and Chris Wilkinson, Director at Wilkinson Eyre, speakers confirmed so far include: 1. Indy Johar, Dark Matter 2. Finn Williams, Co-Founder & CEO, Public Practice 3. Chris Wilkinson, Wilkinson Eyre 4. Rab Bennetts, Director, Bennetts Associates 5. Ben rogers, Director, Centre for London 6. Alex de Rijke /Jasmin Sohi, dRMM 7. Jeanette Veldekamp, Associate Director, Chapman Taylor 8. David West, Founding Director, Studio Egret West 9. David Partridge, Managing Partner,
Argent Services LLP 10. Max Farrell, Partner, Farrells 11. Mairead Carroll, Programme Director Housing, London First 12. Mike Emmerich, Founding Director, Metro Dynamics 13. Sarah Wigglesworth, Director, Sarah Wigglesworth Architects 14. Martin Lydon, Associate, Haworth Thompkins 15. Paul Monaghan, AHMM 16. Rachel Bagenal, Naked House 17. Jonathan Kendall, FletcherPriest 18. Harbinder Singh Birdi, Partner, Hawkins Brown 19. Paul Foulkes, Building Automation Manager, WAGO 20. Linda Thiel, Partner, White Arkitekter 21. Christina Seilern, Studio Seilern Architects 22. Phil Coffey, Founder, Coffey Architects 23. Earle Arney, Founder & CEO, Arney Fender Katsalidis 24. Mike Stiff, Co-Founder, Stiff + Trevillion 25. David Perkins, Principal, Perkins + Will 26. Ron Bakker, Founding Partner, PLP
To find out more and to register for your FREE place visit visionlondon.com or call 0203 409 0623.
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Here are some of the questions and answers being explored at Vision How can developers and designers contribute to the economic success of our towns and cities? How can architecture help to bolster, build and communicate corporate and institutional brands in a global marketplace? How can we ensure the most effective use of public funds to improve the quality of our buildings, streets and cities? What are the biggest barriers to quality in today’s housing sector? How do we ensure that the drive for affordability and accelerated delivery isn’t at the expense of intelligent place-making and exemplary design? Purpose-built rental homes are becoming increasingly popular with government, developers and investors. Does the solution to the housing crisis lie with Buy-to-Rent? To what extent can a strong urban vision drive economic growth? A handful of UK practices were focussed on environmentally friendly architecture
long before it became a mainstream concern. How have their buildings stood the test of time, and what lessons have they learnt? Effective public transport is essential to the development of sustainable communities. What kind of infrastructure do we need to allow our cities to flourish and thrive? How can sustainability be embedded within the commercial development sector? Are modern methods of construction the key to a more environmentally friendly construction industry? What is the future for Offsite and modular construction? Can a creative approach to the use of existing building stock reduce the need to build anew?
safe and welcoming and make a positive contribution to civic life? How can we ensure that planning, development and architecture help to bring about cities that are equitable, accessible, stimulating and safe? How can we unlock the potential of our cultural buildings not just as places of entertainment, enlightenment and education, but also a key part of our civic realm? How do we empower citizens to shape their cities? How can we ensure that town planning, transport planning and house-building put health and well-being at their heart?
To what extent can intelligent masterplanning encourage sustainable lifestyles and combat the challenges posed by climate change?
Bespoke design has traditionally been the preserve of the very rich. What are the models for allowing a greater proportion of the population to engage with and inform the design of their own home?
Sustainability & Common Good: What steps can we take to ensure that our buildings and public spaces are inclusive,
How can we design our cities to combat isolation and alienation and engender a sense of belonging and civic pride?
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THE IMPORTANCE OF THE FIRE DOOR INSPECTION SCHEME
A survey conducted with people with formal responsibility for fire safety in their organisations, were asked if they were fully aware of their legal obligations. Nearly half of those surveyed said they either did not know or admitted they were unclear. This worrying statistic reveals that despite the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order being introduced in 2005, many organisations and individuals who are deemed the Responsible Person under this legislation, do not follow the necessary procedures to produce a Fire Strategy for the building or buildings under their control. This has led to large fines being imposed, and in some cases, custodial sentences given to people falling foul of the law. Undertaking a Fire Safety Audit in a building can be a formidable task, when one considers the amount of potential fire hazards that might arise when attempting to put a strategy into place. Fire alarms, fire extinguishers, clear means of escape, sound fire compartmentation, are
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just a few topics that need to be addressed. One area that appears to be constantly overlooked is the condition and working function of fire resisting doors. This problem was recognised in 2012 by the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers, and the British Woodwork Federation, so they formed and launched the Fire Door Inspection Scheme. This scheme is the first of its type in Europe, with its initial aim to transform people’s knowledge about how and why fire doors work and the potential dangers of getting things wrong. The scheme has since progressed, and now has 40 Certificated Inspectors situated around the UK, who can carry out on- site inspections of doors in existing or new buildings. This is an essential part of any fire risk assessment. Certificated Inspectors carry out detailed inspections of each door and prepare written reports to assist and advise building owners and managers as to the condition
of the door. As part of this, they can also advise on remedial action that might need to taken.
ARE YOU A RESPONSIBLE PERSON AS DEFINED BY THE REGULATORY REFORM (FIRE SAFETY) ORDER? • The Fire Door Inspection Scheme can assist you in meeting your responsibilities • Europe’s First Fire Door Inspection Scheme • An initiative instigated by Guild of Architectural Ironmongers and the British Woodwork Federation • FDIS Certificated Inspectors carry out on-site inspections of installed fire doors in all building types • This is an essential part of any fire risk assessment and helps meet the requirements of the RRO (Fire Safety Order)
Contact you local FDIS Certificated Inspector www.fdis.co.uk/inspector 0844 801 1518
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GARADOR’S ROLLER DOORS PERFECT FOR SEASIDE HOMES
Arden Windows Timber windows are being increasingly used while the volume of PVC continues to fall. This is because timber is sustainable, easily repaired and has a lower whole life cost than plastic windows. A recent independent study done for the Wood Window Alliance, said that engineered timber windows have a useful life in excess of 65 years. In comparison plastic windows have a useful life of less than 30 years. Modern engineered timber uses knot, and defect free, lengths of timber that are laminated together
to prevent warping and twisting. Arden’s high quality timber windows are factory finished with an etch primer, a midcoat and topcoat finish to our customers colour requirement whether it be a single colour throughout or, a different colour inside to the outside. Arden are also Secure By Design approved for higher security levels. Tel: 02476 632423 www.ardenwindows.net email: info@ardenwindows.net
It can come as a shock to some homeowners just how damaging salt in the sea air can be to coastal properties. Homes within three miles of the ocean are generally considered to be at risk of salt related corrosion. For those with a home near the coast, Garador offers the perfect solution – the GaraRoll roller door. Gararoll is constructed from rustresistant aluminium laths, which roll up into a box at the head of the garage door opening. Unlike steel or timber, the aluminium laths resist corrosion by moisture and salt in the air.
Gararoll also maximizes space both on the driveway and internally in the garage, especially useful if you want to park the car close up to the garage door or need access to the roof for loft storage. Traffic White is a top colour favourite in coastal homes, but Garador’s GaraRoll also comes in a wide range of colours and finishes, including full timber effect and Deco Paint to enhance both modern and traditional style properties. Find out more by visiting www.garador.co.uk or call 01935 443700.
ESP adds battery-powered model to Wi-Fi door station range The Best Quality Sliding Barn Door Hardware in the UK DoorMate: were established in 2009 and are based in Cardiff South Wales We are Manufacturers, Suppliers, & Installers Quality Door Products for
Home | Office | Shop | Factory in 2015 we started manufacturing our own sliding barn door hardware systems and they have fast become our No1 selling products We’ve made them super easy to fit and DIY friendly We hope our customers feel reassured the fact they are dealing direct with the manufacturer And with peace of mind that we also fit our own products so already know any problems that may present themselves. Backed with fitting instructions & phone support if needed You can be assured that you will receive expert advice from our experienced staff at every stage of your dealings with us, from sales through to manufacture and installation We also make rustic Barn Doors Too!
ESP continues to develop its Aperta range of door entry products and following the success of its Wi-Fi Door Stations launched earlier this year, the company has now introduced a battery-powered version - making it quicker and easier than ever to install a security solution, without the need for cabling. The new Wi-Fi Door Stations available in graphite grey and matt black versions – are powered by 4 x AA batteries and each kit comes with a battery-powered chime which can be placed in a convenient location in the home.
Aimed at both the domestic and light commercial markets, the Wi-Fi Door Stations with Record Facility, allow you to view and talk to visitors at your home whether you are on the premises or on the other side of the world. From a smart phone or tablet and using the free ESP app, property owners will get alerts to visitors and can easily see who is at the door or gate, engage in two-way communication and allow remote access if desired. For further information, contact ESP: 01527 515150; info@espuk.com or visit www.espuk.com.
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Floors & Flooring
OSMO UK PROTECTS THE HEART OF THE HOME Floor maintenance specialist, Conrad Park turned to Osmo UK when renovating and refreshing an existing oak floor in a family kitchen. Thanks to its hardwearing properties and aesthetically pleasing finish, Polyx-Oil was the ideal choice to rejuvenate the room in the heart of the home. When the client requested a timeless appearance that would refresh and protect the wooden floor in the kitchen, Conrad Park recognised that two coats of Osmo UK Polyx-Oil Effect Raw 3044 would create the desired result. Preparation of the three-day
project began with 60 grit sanding, before abrading with a mesh disc on 120 grit. “Osmo UK is by far my favourite wood finish to use both internally and externally” explains Conrad. “It’s incredibly easy to apply, gives the floor a natural look, protects the surface against spillages, and most important, is easy to maintain.” For more information on the Osmo range of eco-friendly finishes, please visit www.osmouk.com. For more information on Conrad Park, please visit www.conradpark.co.uk.
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Glass & Glazing
Bring the outside inside... In an age where space is precious and maximising your living area is key to creating a super-efficient relaxing and stylish home, the birth of the GlassRoom could not have come sooner. This cutting edge version of a traditional extension-come-conservatory is taking the home improvement market by storm – creating wonderful light, energy efficient spaces and breathing new life into properties old and new. Imagine an extension, flooded with light and constructed entirely of glass. From the most ambitious architecturally driven project to the simplicity of a glass roof, GlassRooms offers a unique, practical design service at extremely competitive rates. You really can have the space of your dreams within budget whilst creating an environment that meets all the demands of a modern home. The GlassRooms system has been designed by award-winning architects, structural glass engineers and leading independent test engineers. Constructed from toughened glass units which are strong enough to walk on, GlassRooms are highly durable and easy to maintain. With more home owners opting to extend or renovate their homes, a GlassRoom can offer a transition point, forming a seamless link between the inside and the outside. Just as it sounds, a GlassRoom extension can create an outdoor environment in an enclosed space. GlassRooms boasts its own in-house team specialising in the design and installation of frameless glass structures and extensions for both private homeowners and commercial business owners. If you have aspirations of an uninterrupted view, and want to see your home or business maximise its potential, then GlassRooms has to be the number one choice to help turn that dream into reality. As specialists in minimising the use of frames by using the latest structural glass and glazing techniques, they can ensure that every project will have the minimal of visual obstructions. Unique mechanical fixings create clean and uninterrupted glass structures without any external framing. Some structures can be double glazed using the highest performance toughened glass available. This high performing glass will guarantee that your design will meet the very tightest building regulations and far excexceeds the performance of regular conservatories.
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Salmen House Office S&M
Bookending a mid-century terrace in Plaistow this three bed, three bath house makes effective use of a tight corner plot. Office S&M designed Salmen House to be built and let by professional landlord My Property & Home, who had purchased an end of terrace garden suitable for a two-storey infill house. The client’s brief was to produce a low cost house, which was to be her first new build development after having previously focused on refurbishing flats. She started her development career after a serious skiing accident put her in a coma for 5 weeks, and she used her compensation to get on the property ladder, and into development. During the process of design, we proposed cost effective, but high quality materials and design solutions to propose something special on a budget. The house is generous to the street, rather than being overly polite to its mish-mash context of late Victorian, mid-century, and post big-bang housing. The millennial pink exterior breaks away from the traditional design and biscuit-colour of rented accommodation. The complimentary external colours, salmon pink and lush green, visually push apart to create a feeling of greater volume - the pink moving forwards and the green stepping back. The seamless stippled render and textured terrazzo have a material richness to them, catching changing shadows on the long flank wall throughout the afternoon. Surrounding the windows, polished terrazzo reveals bounce additional light inside, as well as mirroring the window details found
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along the mid-century terrace. Though rented, the house is designed as a unique home, so that tenants feel ownership of the property. The acute angle of the corner site is celebrated throughout the design, in both plan and section, to give spaces that accentuate their volume, while disguising their efficient footprint. Each space has natural light and views from two directions, and views from, into, and through these corners create multiple outlooks within
each room. The horizontal circulation is one continuous view from the cranked front door through to the rear garden, while the staircase opens into a generous triple height space that pulls your gaze upwards. This generosity has not come at a price. The house was built for £205,000 and to a lasting specification. While clearly opposing the New London Vernacular, the solid wall construction with a single skin of blockwork
meant that the superstructure was erected rapidly, and the entire project took just over six months to complete. By working closely with the structural engineer, Structuremode, to take structure away, rather than adding it in, space was maximised to create fourmeter-tall bedrooms, exposed beam ceilings, and a triple height staircase. From the front door, a ground floor bedroom and accessible shower room occupy the front of the house, with an open plan kitchen, living
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and dining room facing the rear garden. On the first floor are two more bedrooms, one with an en suite, and one next to the main family bathroom. This flexible layout, with an ample bathroom for each bedroom, can easily accommodate young professionals on a room by room basis, or a nuclear or intergenerational family. Hugh McEwen, partner at Office S&M, and project architect for the house explained “This new build-to-rent house is a study in generosity for its inhabitants and context. With our background in social and private housing, we brought the best of both worlds to this project. By taking a bespoke approach to the site we were able to make the most of the space through careful planning of how the house could be used in the future. We don’t produce quiet architecture, and this house revels in colour and materiality, which makes it a representation of the contemporary age in which it has been built”.
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Heat pumps, making life easy and giving you back your FREEDOM Heat pumps are funny things.
We don’t really know!
If you look at them closely, no matter what brand you buy no one offers you a plug and play solution. The genius of combi boilers is that you buy a box, you fix it to the wall, connect some pipework and they work.
Sooooo, we have taken matters into our own hands.
Everything is in the box. There is no pump sizing. There are no intricate settings or wiring. Its plug and play every day. The result is that these packaged units sell in their thousands. The price falls as volumes rise and as a knock-on effect they become more and more popular. It’s very much the difference between a kit car and one built in a factory. So why do heat pumps still come in a huge pile of boxes to be assembled on site?
Here at Freedom HP we love a Samsung unit. Let’s face it we should. We introduced the UK to Samsung heat pumps. Our managing director has the oldest Samsung Monobloc in the World in his house. We wrote the book on the unit and have sold more of them than anyone else. With all of this said, the Samsung unit is like all the others; you must buy lots of accessories, pumps, valves, etc to get it to go. Our team spend our days on the phone and skype explaining to the poor engineers on site what goes where, how to wire it up and how to set the unit up so it works properly.
all the loose parts were bolted onto the cylinder and it was all set up before it left our warehouse in Southampton. Now your plumber and electrician can install the outdoor unit outside, put the tank on the floor, connect the interconnecting pipework and wiring, flick the switch, and you are “cooking on gas” (refrigerant gas that is!). What’s the drawback? Well there is only one drawback; we don’t get to speak to as many installers on site as it’s so cheap and easy to install. If you want an easy installation and to regain your Freedom give us a call.
So, a couple of years ago we introduced a Pre-wired, Pre-plumbed and Pre-set package. We worked very closely with our manufacturing partner on the design and manufacture of this cylinder to ensure that
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Heating, Ventilation & Insulation
Spray foam insulation can solve many problems in industrial, commercial and residential situations Here at Green Insulation UK Ltd we can advise on the appropriate application for your building. Closed cell sprayed foam insulation is considered to be one of the most effective insulation systems commercially available. It can help with improving the stability of buildings. It provides a seamless rigid foam layer which bonds to the roof and walls increasing structural stability and reducing thermal movement. The benefits of using sprayed foam insulation over more traditional forms of insulation are many. To fix insulation board to the
underside of corrugated sheets is difficult and almost always means that there is a gap above the insulation board. Condensation will then flow down the corrugations, find a week point and drip into the building. Spray foam insulation on the other hand is sprayed directly on to the profiled sheeting leaving no gaps or joints, it seamlessly insulates and therefore, surface condensation will not form. 01565 873 871 www.greeninsulationuk.co.uk info@greeninsulationuk.co.uk
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Brunswick West House Taylor Knights Brunswick West House is a small-scale, 50-square-meter alteration and addition to a Californian Bungalow home. The addition forms a low-volume, compact intervention on the project’s site, that aims to re-engage the home with the generous north-facing garden beyond. The modest nature of the project called for simple, incisive moves that would sidestep the need for an arduous and costly reconfiguration of the existing home. In turn, our strategy looked to repurpose an ivy-lined sideway, creating a new, central entry for the home. This approach enables the home to operate succinctly in two halves: the original rooms now accommodate more private activities, while the addition forms its new social heart. These new living spaces are arranged in and around three sculptural masonry walls, creating nooks and reveals within the open plan – spaces that could offer a place to sit and share with family or retreat within at other times.
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Shopping Centre transformed in under 24 hours Vinyl wrap refurbishment specialists, WRAPT Interiors completed an impressive renovation project in just a day, in partnership with William Smith Group 1832. Sleek, contemporary and welcoming are the words which describe the Basingstoke Festival Place Shopping Centre’s new look. Wrapping films from Architextural, part of the William Smith Group 1832, helped the installers inject new life in to the Festival Place Shopping Centre’s customer lounge, to create an eye-catching, low-maintenance, cost-effective refurbishment solution. The rapid emergence of architectural films as a method of rejuvenating interiors is opening up new opportunities for businesses. Hyper realistic finishes and textures, combined with a clean and speedy application, provide the perfect alternative to natural material finishes. Interior refits no longer need to involve rip out and replace methods, but self-adhesive films can be applied on top of existing surfaces, with perfect results. This is becoming an increasingly popular option with many installers.
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With hundreds of patterns and textures available, including wood grains, metallic, marble, stone, concrete and many more, it’s easy to wrap any surface and transform a commercial environment. WRAPT Interiors, a key installation partner of Architextural, was chosen to deliver a modern refurbishment to the existing lockers, cupboards, feature wall and reception desks at the shopping centre. Andrew Stuart, WRAPT Interiors, said: “We were very impressed with the vinyl we chose for the project. It was easy to apply on all surfaces, which helped us complete the project, with minimum fuss, noise and mess, in the short amount of time given.” William Smith stocks the full 3M DI-NOC Trend Line and Cover Styl Primary Ranges giving access to hundreds of top finishes by the metre. Application training courses are also available at the new state of the art training centre. To find out more visit: www.architextural.co.uk or call 01833 690305.
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We have a passion for design and a focus on customer satisfaction and also supply some of the most sought after branded furniture in the world, either as one off pieces or for large projects. We also supply bedrooms and living furniture to domestic customers looking for one off bedroom pieces or complete solutions. Please call us on 01282 862626 for a friendly chat about your requirements or alternatively email us on info@awhiteroom.com. Please also feel free to visit our website at www.awhiteroom.com
JS DECO is the business creation of Jacek Sobiś, a qualified expert in wood and furniture manufacturing. Since 1995, Jacek, driven by his passion for the art of making furniture, has steadily been perfecting his craftsmanship and technology.With a solid educational background and many years of hands-on experience behind his belt. Jacek strongly believes in the superiority of bespoke, tailormade furniture over their mass produced equivalents. While standard pieces limit your choices to what is available on the market, bespoke furniture is built to the
perfect fit, reflect the individual style of the owner and match the overall character of the design. Sky (and your budget) is the limit when choosing from the array of materials, appliances and furniture solutions. We are here If you are looking for dedicated furniture supplier. www.jsdeco.co.uk j.sobis@jsdeco.co.uk
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St Kilda Extension FINNIS ARCHITECTS Located in St-Kilda, one of Melbourne’s most rapidly evolving suburbs, the St Kilda Extension is a modern addition which celebrates the home’s traditional beauty whilst creating a tranquil retreat. Entering the property from the street, it was crucial to maintain the contextual relevance of the building as to not detach it from its immediate and broader surroundings. In this way, the humbleness of the entry is typical to its neighbouring houses as the classic terracotta roof tiles and red brickwork emulates the character of the street. What greets you on first entry into the home is a stark contrast as the contemporary interiors, designed in collaboration with Kylie D’alessandria from Huntress Interiors hint at the sleek modern nature toward the rear of the house. The distinction between what is old and new is gestured through the light hardwood floorboards which juxtapose the front entrance and transition to a darker polished concrete. This textural creativity marries with the dark finishes of the kitchen joinery and stone island benchtop. Perhaps the home’s greatest achievement is its recognition of the existing house and its materiality which isn’t lost but rather celebrated through the extension process. This is evident as the charm of the red brick seen on the façade is carried through to the backyard and creeps surprising elements into the interior living space, adding a certain charismatic layer to the house. The backyard is where this property truly established itself as a prime example of modern living. Contrasting bespoke materials, including the richness of the
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stained timber cladding and two lush vertical gardens, combine to produce the perfect hidden oasis. The full height glass panels and doors which line the pool area capture the tranquillity and calming atmosphere of the water and the light and airy nature of the white stone pool tiles. A seamless transition from the open plan kitchen and living area to the outdoor alfresco space is brought together through large cantilevered covers which appear to effortlessly float above the alfresco area. The environmental and heritage elements are effortlessly integrated into the home without feeling forced or faked whilst the individuality of the design from both the architects and interior designers is clear. The home is both a unique reflection of the owners through its personalised textures, materials and design choices, whilst actively creating brilliant entertaining spaces and a family home to live in for many years to come.
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Easigrass: the artificial grass company
Composite Prime Architects are being drawn to Composite Prime’s® HD Deck® and HD Fence ranges, utilising the latest composite technology to produce a long life, low maintenance, slip-resistant material which outperforms traditional treated timber. Highly attractive, it’s also environmentally friendly, containing FSC® 100% certified hardwood timber and recycled plastics. Composite deck boards, available in different colours, easily replace worn timber boards using the existing frame at 300mm joist centres.
HD Deck 150® offers a contemporary look, longer life and reduced maintenance over traditional timber. HD Deck Dual® uses the True Grain™ colour system to create the look and feel of traditional timber without annual maintenance and treating. Unique Dual sided colours allow decks to be laid with contrasting colours. Also among the naturally evolving range is extra-strong decking, HD Deck ® XS. Composite Prime®: 0113 426 2770 hello@composite-prime.com www.composite-prime.com
A multi award-winning brand, Easigrass designs, installs and supplies the highest quality artificial grass for the domestic and commercial sector. Pioneers in innovation and design, Easigrass also fashions the most unique and creative artificial grass and flora products for outdoor and indoor applications. As well as RHS Gold medalwinning lawns with state-ofthe-art yarn technology, the Easigrass brand has launched exclusive handcrafted landscape designs, including the Easi-Wall, Easi-Gazebee and Easi-Animal collection.
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Scolmore adds essential fire rated LED downlight to Inceptor range Scolmore has further developed its collection of Inceptor integrated LED downlights with the addition of a new fire rated version of its hugely popular Inceptor Pico product. Originally launched in September 2016, Inceptor Pico was designed to provide contractors with a lower cost lighting solution for those applications not requiring a firerated fitting. However, such has been the demand for a fire-rated version of this popular product, that Scolmore has listened to customers and the new model is now available and will sit alongside the original Pico.
The new Inceptor Pico FG fire rated fixed integrated LED downlight offers a cost-effective LED solution whilst producing an excellent light output for the power utilised. It is ideal for installations where the void depth is limited and fire rating is required. For details on Scolmore’s full range of Inceptor integrated LED downlights, visit www.scolmore.com. Email sales@scolmore.com or contact Scolmore on 01827 63454.
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WOKA LAMPS VIENNA® WOKA LAMPS VIENNA® Presents In Its Showroom In The Centre Of The City Of Vienna And On Our Web Site The Complete Collection Of The Lamps Designed By Josef Hoffmann , Adolf Loos And Other Leading Architects Of The First Part Of The 20th Century Lamp-Designs Of The Second Part Of The20th Century Up To Today’s Creativity. The Gallery Is Also Specialized In Rare Antiques And Pieces Of Art From 1900 To The 50s And 60s. Outstanding Pioneers Of This Movement Were The Designers Otto Wagner, Josef Hoffmann And Kolo Moser In Conjunction With Members Of The “Wiener Werkstaette”, An
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Eland Cables launches Veriflex® brand BSI Kitemark tested with next day delivery Eland Cables, the global supplier of power, data, control and instrumentation cables and cable accessories, has launched Veriflex® - its own brand range of industrial automation cables. Unique to the industry, these cables for control, servo and fieldbus applications have been tested against British and European standards under the new BSI Cable Batch Verification Kitemark™.
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Eland Cables, first to achieve BSI Cable Batch Verification Kitemark™ Eland Cables, the global supplier of power, data, control and instrumentation cables and cable accessories, has become the UK’s first company to be awarded BSI’s Cable Batch Verification Kitemark™. Described by BSI as “a new benchmark in cable compliance” Eland Cables is the first company to hold this coveted third-party mark of approval. BSI Technical Certification Expert Paul Turner confirmed:
“As the first company to achieve the BSI Cable Batch Verification Kitemark, Eland Cables sets a new benchmark in cable compliance. “The BSI Kitemark is one of the most recognised symbols of quality and safety and by certifying their cables against the scheme, Eland Cables can demonstrate that its cables meet the highest standards.” For contact details in edit please use - For more information visit www.elandcables.com, call sales on 020 7241 8787 or sales@elandcables.com
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The Hardwood, Bakelite and Period Switch collections are made with British Oak which is hand-stained and waxed. Recent installations include a Chateau in France and the extensive refurbishment of an Irish Castle. Bromleighs also offer a wide range of interior and exterior lighting and architectural hardware.
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About Challenger Lighting Challenger is a leading specialist in the design, supply, installation and maintenance of sustainable and high-efficiency lighting for the past 18 years. We provide innovative solutions in the commercial and retail sectors, helping customers to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs. Whatever your lighting requirements, our aim is always to exceed expectation and provide innovative, cost effective solutions.
Your vision and site surveys An accurate site survey is the first step in planning an effective and sustainable solution. Our surveys take in to account, not only the physical environment, but how natural light affects your site and your goals for sustainability.
Lighting design and project management Our sources use the latest CAD simulations and rendering tools to bring your vision to life. We incorporate lux levels, payback calculations and data on reductions in carbon emissions into our designs.
Installation and commissioning Our experienced installers are available for every project at the most competitive costs without jeopardising quality and longevity. We are extremely proud of our attention to detail, which has made us a trusted lighting installation and maintenance partner for projects across the UK and Ireland. We also support European Services.
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Endon Roofing limited are a leading provider of domestic and commercial roofing services in the North of England. Their directors have over 25 years knowledge and experience in the roofing industry, and are licensed installers of several leading material manufacturers systems. All roofs are installed by fully trained and CSCS certified personnel and they would welcome the opportunity to assist you in your next roofing project. For a free, no obligation quote, get in touch estimating@endonroofing.com 01924 270822 www.endonroofing.com Products Installed •
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The Low Energy Buildings you’ve always wanted… Intrigued by the claims of this ‘full service’ company we decided to investigate their approach a little more. Value Engineering: First, we wanted to know what was meant by ‘Value Engineering’ (VE). Professor Dr. Michael Benfield, their CEO, explained: “By focusing on the various ‘functions’ of a client’s building and its components, we aim to identify and remove unnecessary costs while at the same time maintaining - even enhancing - its performance.” Comprehensive Knowledge: This approach blends their extensive and rather unique knowledge of all forms of timber structure, building science, regulations, and state of the art products with individual client’s design concepts. “For us, value engineering starts with environmental planning and regulatory impositions as part of our analytical and technical design processes.” he explained. “These feed our drive for, and commitment to, sustainable development through into waste reduction, recycling and lean manufacture. It embraces a ‘Pride in the Job’ and a ‘Right First Time’ mentality that is applied to all our Design & Build (D&B) operations.” Focus on End User: Paying attention to end user demands is central to Benfield ATT’s approach (the ATT stands for Advanced Timber Technologies, by the way). They believe it enables them to deliver highly effective, quality buildings for projects large & small. This includes providing solutions for difficult to develop sites, like soft ground, steeply sloping land and potential flood plain areas.
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Product Selection: Self-evidently, to value engineer design & build solutions, the selection ,of the most appropriate products needs the services and methods used to be an integral part of the process. Working closely with architects, building designers, engineers and quantity surveyors, Benfield ATT helps select and specify those which are most functionally appropriate and cost effective. In turn this encourages the delivery of high quality products to be protected, and results in saving time for on-site build operations. All of this, they claim, reduces costs, enhances client’s projects and helps to make them one of the most competitive full service timber engineering design and build firms in the UK. Fabric First: In the current business climate it is perhaps not surprising to find Efficiency, Performance & Cost Effectiveness to be included in their key current considerations. This is most clearly evidenced in their ‘Fabric First” approach to designing really effective building envelopes. “There is a crucial need to deliver highly energy efficient structures with optimum levels of insulation, minimal thermal transmission and appropriate airtightness for floors, walls, roofs, windows and doors.” explains Prof Benfield. Unsurprising, therefore, that in their drive toward Zero Carbon and minimal heating requirements, they offer factory Insulated Panels, SIP’s, Green Oak, Post & Beam, Glulam and Hybrid structures all orientated to achieve what was Code for Sustainable Homes levels 4, 5, 6 and Passivhaus Standards. Specialist Builders’ Merchants: Potentially, the procurement of design specific components can create unforeseen difficulties, for example locating the source of supplies, avoiding delays in delivery lead times, quality assurance, and securing ‘best value’ products and terms. Here Benfield ATT’s long established connections, access and volume buying capabilities as manufacturers and selective builder’s merchants, enables them to secure and supply such requirements in the most timely and competitive manner as part of their value engineered, design & build methodology. Catalysts for Quality: “We believe that our approach to helping you create the ‘Low Energy Buildings you’ve always dreamed of …’ is distinctly different” says Benfield. “We welcome collaboration with other construction professionals in our drive to achieve this.” In doing so, his company aims to help enhance the professional construction team of architects, other designers, engineers, quantity surveyors, contractors, house-builders, developers, et al, facilitating the delivery of the high quality buildings they and their clients both need and want. And, if end user clients like selfbuilders and home improvers lack any of these skills, to be the catalyst drawing in those that are most appropriate for each individual project. To compliment this they offer a selective part or full project management service. Professional Partnerships: While they are happy to engage in ‘one off’ projects, Benfield ATT see the greatest benefits to industry and end user occupiers as coming from the establishment of long term ‘partnering’ style arrangements with other construction professionals. This can include Joint Venture arrangements for specific developments, which may be of interest to land owners and those who wish to fund, say, housing schemes, but lack the technical knowledge and industry experience necessary to make them successful. In such cases they believe that their comprehensive team approach can be highly valuable. -Ends-
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