LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

A s I write this month’s comment, the

High-rises ‘must futureproof’ to overcome public cynicism

The next era of tall buildings must future-proof

Deadline set for removing RAAC from schools in England

The government has set a deadline that all

A pathway to healthier home retrofits

Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) must be updated

Heat and Buildings Strategy has ‘failed to deliver’

The 2021 Heat and Buildings Strategy has failed

Government to expand boiler upgrade scheme

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is being expanded

Remove barriers to increase housebuilding, HBF says

Small and medium-sized home builders across the UK

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Industry reacts to Budget announcements

The 2026 Autumn Budget has introduced higher wage

Community unites to boost retrofit action

The National Retrofit Hub has launched the Retrofit

VALCAN’S VITRAFIX VFM SUBFRAME SYSTEM ACHIEVES BBA CERTIFICATION

Valcan’s VitraFix Magnelis Steel (VFM) subframe system has

WELLINGTON BOOT IT?

Wellington Boot It? It’s a term used by

MAKE EASY ANCHOR SELECTION

A new version of EJOT’s AnchorFix software makes

RINNAI UK LAUNCHES CIBSE-ACCREDITED CPDS

Recent additions to Rinnai’s extensive list of industry

DEVICELL OFFERS A SUSTAINABLE STEP FORWARD IN UNDERFLOOR HEATING

The new DEVIcell Low Carbon insulation plate system

CAN THE GRID KEEP UP?

As global temperatures rise, so does the need for cooling. Rinnai’s Managing Director Tony Gittings looks at the reasons behind these accelerated increases in demand.

STANDARDISING SUCCESS

Onduline reveals how its ISOLINE LOW LINE sub-roof system is supporting Aldi’s nationwide re-roofing programme.

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN FOR MODERN OFFICES

Zentia explores why noise pollution is now a key consideration of modern office design.

UNLOCK PROJECT POTENTIAL WITH COLLABORATIVE CONTRACTS

Rekha Thawrani , OBE and Global Director of NEC Contracts, explains why the industry is moving towards collaborative contracts that can deliver better outcomes for everyone involved.

$1BN LEGO FACTORY BUILT WITH EJOT FIXING SOLUTION

EJOT UK has provided fixing solutions for the building envelope of a new $1 billion LEGO factory .

REPLACEMENT KEEPS HOTEL WATER FLOWING

Andrews Water Heaters supplied a new system to a hotel in Cirencester as part of a replacement project . Specify & Build reports.

KINGFISHER LOUVRES PROVIDE A PERFECT SOLUTION FOR A TRIO OF HOTEL REFURBISHMENTS

Jo Foulkes , Commercial Operations Manager from Kingfisher Louvres , explains how its practical solutions have been used in three different hotel refurbishments.

LEISURE CENTRE MEETS PASSIVHAUS STANDARDS

The world’s first Passivhaus-certified leisure centre needed a highly efficient external air barrier to meet the required standards .

HOW TIMBER IS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF LEISURE

Alex Brock , Senior Pre-Construction Manager at B&K Hybrid Solutions , explores timber’s growing use in leisure facilities and explores the Cozenton Park Sports Centre project.

RINNAI R290 HEAT PUMP AND CYLINDER SYSTEM POWERS MAJOR HOTEL

Northwest contractor Winrow Building Services has recently completed

GILBERTS HELPS EXPAND ‘THE BEST SPA HOTEL IN THE UK’

The Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort –

SURREY’S BLENDED ESTATES STRATEGY FOR SEND EXPLAINED

TG Escapes explores Surrey County Council’s blended estates strategy for the provision of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in schools and educational establishments.

DESIGNING DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY BATHROOMS

Stuart Reynolds , UK Marketing & Product Management Director at AKW, discusses how bathrooms can be a difficult place for those living with dementia and how this space can be adapted to better suit them.

ENGINEERED STONE OFFERS A SMART SPECIFICATION FOR NEW KITCHENS

Engineered stone worktops are a smart specification for

SLIMLINE TOWEL RAIL OFFERS SLEEK DESIGN

The Radiator Company has launched Accorto – a

GRANGE DESIGN INDULGES THE GREY TREND

Grange Design is indulging the latest trend for

EMBRACING A DIGITAL SHIFT IN BATHROOM AND DRAINAGE SPECIFICATION

Neelam Bala , Technical & Specification Manager at Geberit , explores the potential of digital platforms to enhance design coordination, reduce installation errors and raise standards.

HOW ENTRANCE FLOORING IS KEY TO A STYLISH INTERIOR

Chris Rand , Category Marketing Manager – EFS from Forbo Flooring Systems , explores how entrance flooring systems can provide function and design while creating eye-catching interiors.

REPAIR, DON’T REPLACE

Paul Lanzarotti , Founder of Floor-Fix Pro , explains why sustainable floor maintenance is key to cutting construction waste.

STYLISH, SUSTAINABLE FLOORING

Furlong Flooring has entered into partnership with housebuilder Keepmoat to supply its carpet, vinyl and luxury vinyl tile ranges.

COLORCOAT PRISMA MEETS RUV5 UV-RESISTANCE REQUIREMENTS

Tata Steel has announced that its Colorcoat Prisma

STABILIZER ANGLE BRACKET EXPANDS CRL BELLAGIO RANGE

The new Stabilizer angle bracket in CRL’s Bellagio

SAMSUNG CLIMATE SOLUTIONS LAUNCHES HVM R32 MODULAR CHILLER

Samsung Climate Solutions has announced the launch of

KEYFIX WALL TILES AND FIXINGS OFFER INNOVATION AND QUALITY

Keyfix’s new range of Wall Ties and Fixings

UNDERSTANDING THE TRANSITION FROM BS 476 TO EN 13501

Peter Barker , Technical Policy Manager at Element Materials Technology , explains what this change means in practical terms for those specifying, assessing or installing fire-tested products.

WHITEPAPER EXPLORES HOW TO PROTECT STRUCTURAL STEEL FROM FIRE

Passive fire protection specialist Promat has published a

ETEX BUILDING PERFORMANCE CELEBRATES IFE PASS SUCCESS

Etex Building Performance has seen the number of

FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM HELPS SECURE ITALY’S VILLA SAN CARLO HOTEL

Villa San Carlo, a 13 th -century estate

MEETING THE DEMANDS OF MODERN ARCHITECTURE

Andy Lake , Sales Director at Pyroguard , explains how multifunctional fire safety glass can help architects and contractors navigate the complex requirements of modern building projects.

A JOINED-UP APPROACH BEYOND INSTALLATION

Daniel Grimsdell , Regional Account Manager (Trade) at FireAngel , explores why testing, commissioning, and a thorough handover are essential in delivering fully compliant domestic fire alarm systems.

SPRINKLERS IN HOTELS: RETHINKING FIRE SAFETY

Tom Roche , Secretary at the Business Sprinkler Alliance , considers whether fire safety standards for hotels go far enough.

UNDERSTANDING FIRE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Carl Thompson, Technical Manager for CA Group , explores how fire performance testing is vital to achieve compliance, safety and clarity in specification.

BESPOKE INTERIOR DESIGN AT ICONIC LONDON DEVELOPMENT

South London interior design studio Tailored Living Interiors

ADVANCED’S FIRE PROTECTION INSTALLED IN CANTERBURY STUDENT VILLAGE

Fire protection solutions manufacturer Advanced has supplied intelligent

LIMESCALE PROTECTION NUMBERS ADD UP FOR COMMERCIAL SYSTEMS

Limescale within commercial heating and hot water systems

CARLISLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS CELEBRATES ROOFING AWARD WIN

CARLISLE Construction Materials is celebrating success at the

ISOKORB MEETS BUILDING OVERHANG STEEL FRAME CHALLENGES

Shoreham Beach House is a private development in Sussex designed using Passivhaus principlies and the Schöck Isokorb T type S. Specify & Build reports.