All Buildings, design and specification articles – Page 29
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Building StudyTechnical Study: n2 by Lynch Architects
The ground below the n2 office development in Victoria was so congested by tunnels, it is supported in just four places. Thomas Lane looks at the pinpoint accuracy of the building’s fit
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NewsKingspan accelerates its journey to a zero carbon emissions future
The manufacturer has launched its lowest embodied carbon access floor panel
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NewsNorman Foster unveils housing design for displaced communities
The Essential Homes Research Project is a concept designed to provide sustainable and swiftly assembled housing for people displaced by disasters
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NewsHollaway Studio’s F51 skatepark wins RIBA South East building of the year
Five-storey Folkestone scheme described by judges as a “labour of love”
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NewsIn pictures: WongAvery Gallery, Cambridge, by Níall McLaughlin Architects
Cruciform practice and performance pavilion overcomes planning and construction hurdles
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NewsUnsuitable ventilation to blame for host of medical issues, study reveals
Imperial College London reveals proper ventilation systems could help prevent severe health problems ranging from mental health to impaired lung development
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NewsVenice Biennale’s British Pavilion unveiled
‘Dancing Before the Moon’ to feature a giant domino and a temple filled with perfumed bones
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NewsIn pictures: The Rowe by Allford Hall Monaghan Morris
Allford Hall Monaghan Morris (AHMM) has completed The Rowe, providing 150,000 sq ft of office space for property developer, Frasers Property. The project involved an adaption and extension of the former London Metropolitan School of Art, Architecture and Design.
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NewsRetrofit 23: The Building Centre explore retrofitting at scale
The Retrofit 23 exhibition and events programme will explore the factors necessary to achieve an accelerated delivery of domestic retrofitting at different scales
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NewsNiall McLaughlin’s Hertford College scheme set for green light
Hertford College plans recommended for approval despite objection from Victorian Society
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FeaturesLet’s be specific… Steel Q+A with Asselia Katenbayeva, ASBP
From sustainability credentials to reuse potential, we ask Asselia Katenbayeva about the properties of steel and the challenges facing the industry
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FeaturesThe importance of traceability in system guarantees for the building envelope
Specifiers also require detailed and accurate information about environmental impact, to help protect building users from the effects of changing climate
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NewsDenied visas for Ghanaian participants sour build up to Africa-themed Biennale
Three of curator Lesley Lokko’s collaborators in Ghana refused entry to Italy just days before the event starts
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NewsIn pictures: The Arches by DHaus
Housing scheme described as a futuristic take on surrounding conservation area’s Georgian terraces
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OpinionEvery space has a story to tell and lighting is an integral part
Vinod Pillai discusses the ways in which lighting impacts project design and the importance of lighting designers and interior designers working collaboratively
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NewsCost of Museum of London’s Smithfield scheme jumps by £100m
Delays and inflation contribute to 30% price hike, museum confirms
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NewsA new standard for masonry support
The masonry support system by ACS is a patented design combining wall tie, masonry support and cavity tray in one