All Features articles – Page 193

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    Scientific method

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    Formica’s Chemtop2 laminate has been used for the worktops and fume cupboards in a refit of the laboratories at Sussex University, Brighton.

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    Luminaires by Zumtobel

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    Diecast aluminium Copa D reflector luminaires were installed in the main entrance, to supplement natural light in the atriums and in the dining area.

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    Luminaire by Thorn

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    The Planor Suspended luminaire, which uses compact T5 fluorescent tubes, was specified to give diffused up- and down-light in the study bridge.

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    Veneto Linoleum xf by Tarkett

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    Veneto Linoleum xf is a new generation linoleum, with a surface treatment called X-treme xf finish that offers resistance to abrasion and stains.

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    Sprinklers by Hall & Kay

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    These come in a standard size, usually in white or bronze, but can be coloured to order to complement the interior scheme.

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    Specialist joinery by Jumbo Group

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    The firm works to architects’ specifications or client images using many different timbers.

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    The Grange is over the hill

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    A switch to “softer” storylines has spelled end of term for Grange Hill, the BBC schools soap that celebrated its 30th anniversary this year. Last week, the BBC announced that the show will not be re-commissioned after the current series ends.

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    Wash and glow

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    Armitage Shanks has launched its Contour21 range of school wash-room products for three different age groups – 3-6 (pictured above), 7-11 and 11+.

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    The numbers game

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    4,000 students are expected to study for the new two-year construction and built environment diploma, equivalent to three and a half A levels, from September 2008. With “design”one third of its content, the diploma is seen as a valid route to an architecture degree.

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    Furniture supplied by Places and Spaces

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    The south London firm sources contemporary pieces for contract and domestic clients.

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    Safety Flooring by Nora

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    German supplier Nora Flooring Systems’ rubber anti-slip flooring has been rated “A” by the BRE for environmental sustainability.

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    Proctor Fencing Systems

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    Welded mesh panels, each 2.5m wide, are made from 5mm wire, with 200mm x 50mm apertures, and are a good solution for projects on a tight budget.

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    Statues leave me stoney faced

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    The statutes at the refurbished St Pancras Station have started a much needed debate about their role in public life

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    ETFE rooflights by Vector Foiltec

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    The rooflights are formed from a triple-layered cushion of ETFE.

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    Dramatic sequel

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    BBLB turns fire disaster into modest-budget triumph

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    Glued to their deckchairs

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    Reyner Banham addresses the then London marathon — the 10-day Art-Net Rally held at the AA in 1976

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    Curtain walling installed by Solaglas

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    Solaglas supplied Technal’s MC curtain wall system. Recently upgraded, it now offers improved thermal insulation and a wider range of possibilities from a single grid system.www.solaglas.co.uk

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    Smart conference

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    Smartgeometry, the Bentley-backed advanced modelling network that focuses on generative components, is running a conference and workshop programme at BMW Welt, Munich, from February 29 to March 3.

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    Concrete panels by Trent Concrete

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    The panels add thermal mass to reduce mechanical cooling, and have been treated with an anti-graffiti coating at lower level.

  • Joanna van Heyningen with Josh McCosh (left) and associate James Gallie.
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    Van Heyningen & Haward is top of the class in the education sector

    2008-02-15T00:00:00Z

    The winner of BD’s Education Architect of the Year award talks about how the practice’s values of democracy and individuality guide its work on schools