All Buildings, design and specification articles – Page 42
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NewsIn pictures: Rise Design Studio completes The Lexi Cinema
Refurbishment and extension of Edwardian cinema funded by council and local donations
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FeaturesPosi-Joist: The metal web joist at the heart of this year’s Serpentine Pavilion
MiTek’s Posi-Rafter and Posi-Stud have taken centre stage at this year’s Serpentine Pavilion, designed by artist Theaster Gates
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NewsIn pictures: Wilkinson Eyre completes retrofit for London South Bank University
Conceived as an inclusive hub for the university, the low-carbon retrofit is part of a wider regeneration of St. George’s Quarter
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FeaturesLondon Design Festival: Architectural installation showcases carbon-neutral concrete
A collaboration between Seratech, AKTII and Byrne Brothers sees a unique approach to carbon-neutral concrete
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NewsArchitects asked to review proposals for products competence standard
Regulators will ”no longer tolerate an industry that does not evidence its competence”, Constuction Products Association warns
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FeaturesNew sizes and solar-powered variant of New Generation glass rooflights by VELUX
The range includes flat and curved glass options to provide optimal daylight solutions
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FeaturesCPD 11 2022: Rainscreen insulation and cladding retrofit
This CPD sponsored by Rockwool explains how rainscreen cladding can be a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to upgrade a building, and the specification factors to consider. Deadline for completion Friday 28 October 2022.
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NewsLondon wharf exhibition reopens at Mæ’s Stirling Prize-nominated community centre
Photographer James Retief explores the hidden side of the Thames foreshore to highlight the beauty of these forgotten places, as well as issues around public space.
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NewsMæ Architects is favourite to win Stirling Prize
Practice’s Sands End Arts and Community Centre leads pack at 3:1, says William Hill
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FeaturesReclining Amongst the Clouds: Woyun Platform, Longmenshan Town, China
Located in Pengzhou City is Woyun Platform, a visitor centre that provides guests and locals alike the chance to enjoy the natural scenery
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FeaturesCPD 9 2022: Fire safety, digitalisation and the golden thread
Disasters such as Grenfell have cast a spotlight on fire safety in buildings, especially residentialdevelopments. As the government tightens up legislation, what role can digitalisation play inimproving fire safety? This CPD, sponsored by PlanRadar, sets out the options.
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FeaturesCPD 10 2022: Specifying roof cover boards
This CPD, sponsored by Georgia-Pacific, looks at how roof cover boards are used in flat roofs, between the outer waterproofing layer and the insulation layer.
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OpinionCharles was mostly right. It’s a shame we architects couldn’t see it
Far from decrying his views about some modern architecture, the architectural profession should consider how it missed an opportunity to harness that passion
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FeaturesWorking at height: do you know your professional and legal obligations?
A RIBA-approved CPD programme from MSA Safety can help you better understand the latest practical and legal implications of working at height legislation
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NewsPlans for £250m Manchester water park take step forward
Peel L&P lodges application to demolish 28,000sq m building on site
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FeaturesFocus on brick: Tree House, West London
Situated on a former garage site, the West London home utilised Vandersanden’s 65mm Antro facing brick for interiors and exteriors
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NewsCouncil approves AHMM’s plans to radically overhaul Islington landmark
External features of postmodern Angel Square development to be stripped away and replaced with glass facade
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OpinionBritain is crumbling – politics needs to address the built environment
When will politicians start giving the built environment the attention that it deserves, asks Ben Flatman