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INTERIORS: BATHROOMS & KITCHENSThe wellness factorSophie Weston at Geberit explains the role that architects and designers can playin improving wellbeing, by helping create a sensory ‘sanctuary’ in the bathroom

SAFETY & SECURITY: ACCESS CONTROLAutomatic for the peopleKen Price of the Automatic Door Suppliers Association looks at how access control is fast becoming part of a bigger ‘automatic solution’ – linkingaccess control with automatic doors for improved safety, security and smartfacilities management

LANDSCAPING & EXTERNAL WORKS: EXTERNAL SURFACESSustainable surfacesPermeable external surfaces provide the starting point for sustainable surfacewater drainage (also known as SuDS), but concrete block permeable pavingoffers far more than flood prevention, explains Chris Hodson of Interpave

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Bold as brassThe project architect in charge of a new architecturally adventurous flagshipretail store in the German city of Wuppertal explains to Jack Wooler how thepractice went about revitalising a large brownfield site, and created a uniqueretail environment

Two views of the riverA new pier has opened for the Thames’ main river taxi which provides newpublic space as well as vital transport infrastructure, in a design which dividesthe structure into two to make the most of its location. James Parker reports

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FROMTHE EDITORThe ‘Living with Beauty’ report by the Government’s Building Better, Building Beautiful Commission, is the finalpart of the legacy of the controversial conservative philosopher Roger Scruton, who died last month. Thedocument lays down over 100 policy recommendations to planners and government, including planting twomillion trees on streets.

For new housing developments, it proposes that developers are incentivised to show a “commitment to quality,”receiving fast tracked approval for good design. However the report did not pinpoint a specific menu of beautycriteria to aim for, but critiqued new developments for not being as beautiful as Georgian or Victoriancounterparts, for example because cities are currently designed around cars.

Its approach is uncompromising, but because of that, its aims are certain to be compromised. It proposes a “newdevelopment and planning framework, in which beauty will be “the benchmark that all new developmentsshould meet.” The definition is broad: “It includes everything that promotes a healthy and happy life, everythingthat makes a collection of buildings into a place.” This could be a double-edged sword, meaning beauty remainsin the eye of the beholder/planner, but also perhaps supports a wider idea of beauty than merely establishedaesthetic conventions.

The disconnect between architects, as the arbiters of context-sensitive design quality, has led to a drop in quality,says the report, with developments “cut off from the leadership of the architectural profession” – not news toADF readers. They often don’t get as far as being castigated for “pastiche” by using traditional idioms, which thereport says “makes architects’ task harder; they must either work without a determinate style, or invent a styleanew for each commission, rather than being able to fall back on an inherited set of refined solutions.”

There are wide-ranging community-oriented proposals for fixing the problems. But which of these are realistic,when we have built on average 130,500 homes per year over the last decade – well under half the 300,000homes per year that the Government wants to see? Modular housing is being seen as the panacea, and a raft ofhousebuilders are now jumping on board, some larger players even building their own factories turning outprefabricated ‘plug and play’ homes.

How do these fit into the aims of ‘Living with Beauty’? There’s no reason why modular homes cannot be madeas context-friendly and aesthetically pleasing as their Victorian counterparts. However this is of coursesubjective, and developers’ logistical urges, perhaps for lower-pitched roofs to get under road bridges, may notchime with what planners demand. This has recently plagued affordable housebuilder Ilke Homes’ efforts tocreate more practical modular solutions.

The real world of putting the numbers on the ground required to a good, sustainable standard – and a layoutthat works for residents – is a far cry from the higher, some may say idealistic aims of the commission. A real-world approach is however crucial. ADF will be surveying readers on their views on offsite in coming weeks; theresults should be interesting.

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ON THE COVER...A new pier has opened for the Thames’ main river taxiwhich provides new public space as well as vital transport infrastructure. The design features a foldedsteel roof that helps bring light into the space.

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Foster + Partners have launched theirsustainability manifesto, revealing itsmethodology for greener projects anddemonstrating the practice’s “ongoingcommitment towards achieving the goals ofthe Paris Agreement.” Outlining a holisticsustainable approach, this methodology willlook to enable the measurement ofembodied and operational carbon in each project.Over the last five years, Foster +

Partners have created a system that can determine carbon emissions at every project stage. This process “gives further insight into the differentaspects that affect the environmentalimpact of a project,” and provides tools to

“mitigate and lower” their carbon content.As part of COP25, the practice has been

invited to present this methodology andtools by UNFCCC, UN Environment andthe European Commission at theirrespective events in Madrid. It is alsorepresented at the UK Pavilion,demonstrating sustainable and greeninnovations at the event.Applying the manifesto’s principles

to its own operations, Foster + Partnershave been purchasing 100 per cent of its electricity from renewable sources for the past three years. In addition to this, the practice is also fully offsetting its annual global carbon emissionsassociated with transport (airline and

vehicular), as well as those associated with heating and waste from its London campus.

Applying the manifesto’sprinciples to its ownoperations, Foster +Partners have beenpurchasing 100 per cent of its electricity fromrenewable sources for the past three years

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A planning application has now beensubmitted for The Wall of Answered Prayer,a new sculpture planned for a site inColeshill, near Birmingham. This piece of public art, designed

by Southampton-based architecturalpractice Snug Architects, will consist of one million bricks – with each brick representing an “answered prayer.” The architects’ interpretation of The Wall depicted as a Mobius strip wontop spot in a global competition launchedby the Royal Institute of British Architectsin 2016.Beating a field of 133 entries from 25

countries, the Snug winning concept wasfirst finalised in a field of five, before beingselected as the standout design in May 2019by a judging panel of “industry experts andnational influencers.”The application for the landmark

structure was submitted to NorthWarwickshire Borough Council, whichvalidated the submission in early January.The documents outline the project’sassociated visitor centre and public open

space, including a car park and landscapedgardens, where visitors will “be able torelax and reflect on the relevance andpower of prayer,” said the architects.With construction due to be complete in

2022, The Wall of Answered Prayer will sitclose to both the M6 and M42 and rise 50

metres into the sky, to be seen by anestimated 500,000 journeys each weekacross the two motorways, as well as thenew HS2, and flight paths in and out ofBirmingham airport. Construction for The Wall of Answered

Prayer is due to start in December 2020.

Snug Architects’ ‘Wall of Answered Prayer’sculpture submitted for planning

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The architects of the reclad of GrenfellTower, Studio E, were appointed by the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea to the project despite being “a little green” on the technicalexpertise required, the inquiry into thetragedy was told.

Building Design reported thatStephanie Barwise, counsel for survivorsand residents, told the inquiry that thepractice was chosen “apparently on thegrounds of speed and convenience alone,”as it was already working on a school andleisure centre at the foot of the tower. Sheaccused all of the professional firms

involved of displaying incompetence on fire safety.Studio E had designed the adjacent

Kensington Academy and Leisure Centre (KALC), but Barwise claimed that the architect, council and GrenfellTower’s management organisation (TMO) shared the belief that the tower’s “shabby appearance detractedfrom its new neighbour.” She suggestedaesthetic concerns were dominant in thedrive to reclad the building, and that the success of the KALC “remained the council’s priority throughout.”The inquiry was also told that the

normal ‘Ojeu’ procurement process wascircumvented in the project, which“would have ensured transparentcompetition, and should have resulted inthe most suitable and qualifiedprofessionals being appointed.”The project’s architect Neil Crawford

was also previously accused, in astatement on behalf of bereaved survivorsand residents, of signing off designdrawings from the facade contractorwhich did not comply with BuildingRegulations. The statement also allegedthat he did not receive adequate supportfrom Studio E.

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The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) has announcedthe recipients of its two LifetimeAchievement Awards for 2020 as well asthe winners of the 10 Year Award of Excellence.The CTBUH Board of Trustees will

award the Lynn S. Beedle LifetimeAchievement Award to Moshe Safdie,founder of Safdie Architects, whose“contributions to international architectureand design make him a clear choice for the honour,” said the council. The Fazlur R.Khan Lifetime Achievement Award will be awarded to Wuren Wang, vice chairman and general manager of CITICHeye Investment.Moshe Safdie is an architect, urban

planner, educator, theorist, and author.Over a celebrated 50-year career, he has“explored the essential principles of sociallyresponsible design with a distinct visuallanguage,” said CTBUH. “He has beenrecognised as an individual who has madean extraordinary contributions to theadvancement of tall buildings and the buildenvironment,” it added.Wuren Wang is responsible for the

development, construction and operation of

China Zun, the tallest building in Beijing.“He has been recognised for hisdemonstrated excellence in technical designand/or research that has made a significantcontribution to the design of tall buildings.” CTBUH will also recognise five projects

in the 10-Year Award of Excellence, whichwill be featured in the 2020 Tall + UrbanInnovation Conference in Chicago in April,where an overall winner will be chosen.“This award gives an opportunity to reflectback on buildings that have been completedand operational for a decade, andacknowledge those projects that haveperformed successfully long after theribbon-cutting ceremonies have passed,”said CTBUH. The winners include the BurjKhalifa in Dubai, Guangzhou InternationalFinance Center, the International CommerceCentre in Hong Kong, Marina Bay Sands inSingapore, and the O-14 in Dubai.The CTBUH also announced that Javier

Quintana de Una, principal at IDOM UK,has become a fellow of the organisation,which commented: “He has activelycontributed to the success of the CTBUHUnited Kingdom Chapter, serving asChapter Board Member since 2015 andChapter Chair since 2017.

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The chairman of Grimshaw, AndrewWhalley, recently laid out anambitious approach to the firm’senvironmental strategy in his openingkeynote at the World ArchitectureFestival in Amsterdam. His lecture,titled ‘Zero,’ outlined Grimshaw’scommitment to an ambitious start tothe new decade in which all ofGrimshaw’s international operationsand studios will try to operate on anet zero carbon basis, as well as a goalfor all of its design work to be netzero carbon ready within the decade.In order to accomplish these goals,Grimshaw have appointed a globalpractice leader of sustainability – Dr.Paul Toyne.The appointment of Toyne will

“help build the capacity and skillsneeded to fully understand thechallenges humanity faces inmitigating and adapting to climatechange,” said the firm. He will overseeGrimshaw’s transition to operationalcarbon neutrality as well as advise and lead on best practicesfor each studio. Examples ofoperational objectives includeoffsetting business travel and energyuse associated with each studio, aswell as setting reduction targets forthe future.Grimshaw’s new environmental

strategies will meet the target forcarbon neutral operations by the endof 2020 – 10 years ahead of schedule,according to the firm.

Grimshaw setsout ‘ambitious’ environmentalstrategies

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Chetwoods Architects’ vision for co-locating Smithfield, Billingsgate and NewSpitalfields markets to a new location ineast London for The City of LondonCorporation, has been unveiled. Creating a“21st century wholesale food location forLondon and the UK,” the scheme looks toprovide tenants with modern facilities in alocation that offers room for growth.

“The development will be built with themost sustainable materials available, usingthe latest environmental technology,” saidthe architects. The buildings will be designedto achieve BREEAM Excellent, and theplans will try to limit the upfront energyduring construction and when operational.

The aim of the project is to create a facilitythat places the health and wellbeing ofoccupants and workers at its heart. Theearly schematic layouts (shown above) willform the basis of an outline planningapplication to the London Borough ofBarking and Dagenham.

The design of each market supportswholesale, retail and process drivenactivities while allowing for futureflexibility to meet demand as required. Amulti-deck yard will provide parking spacesfor vans and cars at the front and rear,which allows for the separation of vehicleswith HGV deliveries taking place to therear at ground floor level.

A green corridor to the west of the sitelinks the scheme to the existing publictransport network and the River Thames.From this route, visitors will be able toaccess three individual market entrances.These entrances lead to an atrium, whichprovides daylight to the market below andconnects to an entrance to the east of thesite. All three atria will also serve asrenewable energy generators, harnessingsolar power through photovoltaic panels.The schematic layouts have also beendesigned to adapt to the ever-changingdemands of the retail market, with thepotential introduction of a mezzanine levelproviding space for a future retail offering.

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A new book published by London-basedpublisher Laurence King “chronicles themost influential ideas that have shaped

architecture.” The publication looks toprovide the reader with detailed history ofthe subject.

Starting with the basic buildingcomponents of “door, window, columnand beam” and the classical orders, thebook explores historical movements suchas the Picturesque and Beaux-Arts,modern materials such as steel andreinforced concrete, and technicalinnovations such as the lift and electriclighting, through to modern movements

such as Universal Design andDeconstruction.

This book is written by RichardWeston, an architect, landscape designerand author, who was professor ofarchitecture at Cardiff University.

Arranged in a “broadly chronologicalorder,” the ideas are presented through“informative text and arresting visuals,exploring when each idea first evolvedand the subsequent impact it has had, upto the present day.”

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Delve Architects have completed their firstresidential project, in Nunhead, SouthLondon, a renovation of a Victorian housewhich has been shortlisted for a NewLondon Architecture ‘Don’t Move,Improve’ Award. The “somewhat unloved” house has been

“completely transformed,” said thearchitects, to provide a contemporary andopen space at the rear, while retaining amore traditional feel at the front. The“transition from old to new” occurs bystepping through a bespoke handcraftedbookcase, which leads into the open,contemporary kitchen space. Bifold doorsopen over a bespoke window seat so theproperty’s owners can appreciate views ofthe 60 ft garden.In all rooms there is extensive attention

to detail, said Delve, who designed all thebespoke joinery in the house, creating a“real feeling of craftsmanship.” The originalfireplaces have been retained, the cornicingreinstated and original ceiling roses

refurbished, “to preserve some of thetraditional character.”The design had a deliberately “restricted

palette” of materials, comprising darkcladding, birch ply, and concrete. Materialshave also been creatively used and selectedto stay within budget and provide a “tactilefeel,” such as the rubber flooring andexposed ply in the kitchen – Delve designedall the kitchen units. Sheet materials havebeen used and specially cut in thebathrooms rather than traditional tilingand Corten planters and benches in thegarden will naturally rust and providevisual interest. On the first floor the three bedrooms

have been completely reconfigured. Thenew master suite (with ensuite shower) hasbeen moved to the rear of the house withgarden views, while the other twobedrooms share a new bathroom. Askylight has been added above the stairwelland a utility area integrated within thelanding space.

First time buyers, Kit and Imogencommented on their new home: “Delveworked tirelessly, turning the original plansinside out to come up with an inventivelayout that thoughtfully reconsiders how touse a terraced house, whilst respecting itscharacter.” They added: “The architectscreated a journey through the house thattakes you out of city living, and into themagic of garden and open space at theback. Our favourite room is the musicroom at the core of the house – they havebreathed new life into a part of Victorianterraces that often becomes just a walkwayto the back of the house.”Edward Martin, director at Delve

Architects comments: “We set up the firmto do something a bit different and I thinkthis project exemplifies this. The idea of theextended walk through bookcase and musicarea provides an interesting transitionbetween the old and the new, and hopefullyvisitors when they step through will gettheir own ‘Narnia’ moment.”

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Lee Evans Partnership’s (LEP’s) design foran ‘education campus’ in Whitecliffe,Ebbsfleet Garden City – has beensubmitted for planning to the EbbsfleetDevelopment Corporation by developerHenley Camland. The campus plans willoffer more than 2,200 places to nursery,primary and secondary school pupils, as well as serve as a community sports facility.

The proposal for Alkerden C of EAcademy includes provision for a nursery,a new two-form-entry primary school, andan eight-form-entry secondary school; plusa dual-use community sports centre withexternal sports pitches and associatedancillary facilities for the emerging localcommunity. The sports facilities will beaimed at supporting more than 500 usersat a time, and will be designed to SportsEngland specification. The combined

schools and associated facilities willoccupy an 11.1-hectare site, making it oneof the largest educational facilities ever tobe built in Kent.The scale and design of the scheme will

reference the site’s industrial andagricultural heritage, with the brickworkof the primary school drawing on theoriginal reddish-brown quarry topsoil, andthat of the secondary school drawing uponthe underlying chalk landscape. Alandmark ‘corner’ has been incorporatedinto the design to serve as a “public-facingshowcase” for the work of students at thesecondary school. The site has beenarranged along a central spine, whichconnects the two schools with the externalsports facilities, as well as with the widerlocal community. The primary schoolclassrooms have been arranged to benorth-facing, allowing the provision of a

greater number of external south-facingplay areas. Self-contained ‘cloistered’spaces will also be included where studentscan meet and interact.The primary school and nursery will

accommodate 446 pupils aged 3 – 11,while the secondary school will providespace for 1,680 students aged 11 – 18years and will include a specialist-resourced provision for pupils with autism.LEP’s design looks to incorporate

sustainable methods of construction as far as possible, opting for cross-laminated timber (CLT) as the principalstructural material in the primary school.“This will reduce the amount of embodiedenergy in the building, as well asminimising the quantities of VOCs used in the construction process,” said the architects.

Design for major education campus inEbbsfleet submitted by LEP

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Architects Bond Bryan’s latest project forthe University of Sheffield – theEngineering Heartspace – has now reachedpractical completion.The building sits beneath a dramatic

undulating glass roof structure, “providinga unique space for the whole faculty,” saidthe architects. The quadruple-height atrium,inserted between the Grade II listedMappin Building and the 1885 CentralWing, offers highly-serviced laboratories,offices, and a cafe – as well as providing acollaboration space for students and stafffrom various departments.A new entrance connection to Portobello

Street provides an additional destination onthe pedestrian route that links a range ofcampus facilities including the Students’Union, the Information Commons(Learning Centre) and the university’s‘Diamond’ building.The contemporary curved roof design

contrasts with the existing formal brickbuildings, said the architects, “floatingacross the tops of the existing roofs andcreating a clear distinction between the oldand the new.” The design takes visual cuesfrom the Mappin Building’s original ‘Star ofDavid’ ventilation outlets with its owninterlocking triangular glass and solid roofpanels. The new triangular steel ‘tree’columns are also deliberately positioned toframe key features of the existing buildings.Matt Hutton, director at Bond Bryan,

said: “We are all thrilled to see this projectfinally come to fruition; it has been anextremely challenging scheme frominception through to completion.” Headded: “It’s a once in a lifetime opportunityto be part of a project so rich in heritage tothe local area and so innovative inambition: the simple concept – of having acurved highly-engineered roof adjacent tothe robust/rational brick walls and slateroofs of the historic existing buildings – isabout celebrating the engineering of boththe past and the present, inviting thebuilding’s users to examine both in more

detail. This is what conservation should beabout – engaging with the user and thewider public and bringing these buildingsback to the prominence they deserve.”Keith Lilley, director of estates and

facilities management at the University ofSheffield, commented: “This has been anincredibly ambitious and demandingproject, but it was absolutely worth it. Twoof our oldest buildings have been fullyrefurbished and brought up to the highstandards required for today’s learning andteaching environments, whilst still retainingtheir historical significance. And the centralatrium provides a stunning setting for awhole new space which will significantlyenhance the university experience forstudents and staff.”The development has a total gross

internal floor area of around 12,400 m2 ofcombined new build with refurbished andreconfigured existing space.

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Mosaic Architecture + Design havegiven Ka Pao, a £1m restaurantproject housed in the basement of therecently converted Botanic GardensGarage in Glasgow’s West End, aSouth East Asian look and feel tocomplement its menu.Run by Scoop Restaurants, the firm

behind the Kelvingrove restaurant Oxand Finch, Ka Pao – whichaccommodates 120 covers – with aseparate bar area, has been designedby Stuart Black, head of interiorDesign at Mosaic, who was alsoresponsible for the interiors of Oxand Finch.The restaurant features existing and

reclaimed white ceramic brick wallswith a full elevation of crittal styleglazing running down the length ofthe restaurant, which has led to thespace being “unusually bright and airy for a basement unit,” said the architects.Commenting on the contribution

made by Mosaic, JonathanMacDonald, owner and chef, said:“There were various technicalchallenges that came with fitting outa new restaurant located in abasement. As the client, we had aclear vision of the vibe that wewanted to create in the space andhow we wanted the restaurant tofunction operationally. Mosaic tookon our brief and we’re delighted withhow Ka Pao has turned out.”

Mosaic givesbasement eateryan airy SouthAsian feel

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Barking and Dagenham Council hasapproved plans for over 200 homesdesigned by White Arkitekter, as the firstphase in the long-term regeneration of the Gascoigne West estate in Barking, East London.The “landscape-led” design features a

mix of building types, including mid- tohigh-rise blocks and smaller, terracedtownhouses, connected by public squares,local greens, semi-private gardens andprivate courtyards. Over 60 per cent ofthe homes will be affordable, with rentsstarting from £134 a week.Pat Hayes, managing director for

council-owned developer Be Firstcommented: “Redeveloping the estate is amajor step in the regeneration of the

borough.” Arranged over three blocks, theform of the buildings and their placementon the site “facilitate active use of theoutdoor communal space – including anew children’s play area,” said thearchitects. Each new home also has accessto a balcony, terrace or garden.The proposal “ensures a futureproofed

design based on resilience and strategicwater and energy use,” said the architects.The targeted carbon reduction of 40.2 percent beyond Building Regulations stronglyinfluenced the architectural design, whichincorporates photovoltaic panels, a high-performance building fabric and“advanced specifications.” The projectalso includes electric car charging pointsand over 360 new cycling parking spaces.

Phase 1 of the Gascoigne Westregeneration marks White Arkitekter’ssecond consented scheme for Be First,following the approval of plans for 526modular homes on the neighbouringGascoigne East estate, in June 2019.Linda Thiel, head of the London studio

at White Arkitekter, who have also beenappointed overall ‘Design Guardian’ forGascoigne West said, “We’re very proudof being involved in this importantproject. We take our responsibility ofplanning sustainable, equitable cities veryseriously, so we’re delighted to team upwith Be First and effect change together.”Phase 1 of the redevelopment is due to

start on site in January 2020, withcompletion expected March 2022.

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Architects Morris+Company have securedplanning consent for the redevelopment of115-119 Camden High Street, in a schemeconsisting of an 80-room hotel, plus three social rental homes and 150 m2 ofretail space.Morris+Company said it “set out to

establish a benchmark in collaborativedesign and engagement,” working closelywith client Demar Holdings, the hoteloperator and local authority planning andconservation officers. This would ensure the scheme not only met the needs of thedeveloper but also of the local authority and the local community, resulting in theprovision of much needed social-rented homes.”Joe Morris, founder of Morris+Company

commented: “We are excited to be deliveringa building of finely crafted brick work,rooted in its context, with relief, texture, andmateriality which seeks to enhance the senseand vibrancy of Camden High Street.” Headded: “Our main aim during the designdevelopment was to add delight and

meaning to this key corner of the high streetwhilst being respectful of the finer grain ofthe surrounding buildings.” The design is aresult of a fruitful collaboration betweenMorris+Company and experts in hoteldesign Axiom Architects, and of the “closeengagement of the local authority planningand conservation officers during the entiredesign process.”Located within the Camden Town

conservation area, the scheme complementsthe impressive Victorian and Edwardian redbrick parades along Camden High Street.The proposal “has been articulated inresponse to the two different streetexpressions that converge at the site,” saidthe architects. The new five storey, 2320 m²scheme creates a “bold and confidentaddition to the neighbourhood.”Sage green perforated metal will

accompany the proposal’s “carefullyconsidered composition” of red brickdetailing, concrete and filigree metalwork,providing a “vibrant contrast,” andreferencing the windows of the Bowman

Brothers Department Store, said thearchitects. The scheme’s decorative brickdetailing will extend to the ground floorentrances, enhancing the “dynamic internalentrance sequence into the retail and hotel,”whilst improving pedestrian flow across thebusy junction.

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Atkins has moved into a new 10,000 m2

office in Woodcote Grove, Epsom, on thesame site where the company was firstbased in the 1960s.The office, which was designed byAtkins’ architects, provides a modern,efficient and flexible workspace for 1,300 multi-disciplinary staff. Featuring open layouts, interlinked with meeting andrelaxation areas as well as a series of quietpods, the building has been designed topromote collaboration, while the variouscommunal areas, cafeteria and forum areaoffer employees a “range of informal placesto connect and relax,” said the architects.Sustainability played a role in the design,with the building positioned to maximisesolar benefits, ventilation and natural light.The building was also developed in linewith the “highest sustainability standards,”and has received a BREEAM Excellentrating and an A-rated Energy PerformanceCertificate (EPC).HBD, formerly known as Henry Boot

Developments, were chosen as deliverypartner from the design stage, with SpellerMetcalfe appointed to deliver the buildingshell and other Category A works. WithFaithful+Gould as team lead, ModusWorkspace were chosen to manage theCategory B fit-out and installation offixtures, furniture and equipment tocomplete the building ready for its opening.Faithful+Gould also project managed themovement of staff from the old facilities onthe Epsom Estate to the new site.Atkins took a “strong inter-disciplinary

approach” from the early stages of theproject, “relying on a collaborative effortfrom over 20 disciplines across itsbusiness,” including architects, projectmanagement, building services, sound andlighting engineers, archaeologists andecologists.From their new office, the team in Epsom

will continue to work on projects such asthe Heathrow Airport Expansion, Aquatarand the Thames Tideway Tunnel.

The Royal Borough of Kensington andChelsea has granted planningpermission for a 120-bedroom hotelon Pavilion Road in Knightsbridge,London, which will be designed byPRP + Hamiltons Architects on behalfof Beaumont Properties.PRP and Hamiltons Architects haveformed a joint venture to providearchitectural services on the project,which will cost £70m and replace amulti-storey car park with a luxuryboutique hotel and public facilities,including a business centre, a lounge, arestaurant and a bar. A separate fitnessclub, restaurant and 23,000 ft2 ofretail space will be provided at groundand basement level.The architects commented: “Thisdevelopment will breathe new life intothe area with a high-quality,contextually-oriented contemporaryarchitectural design that will attractpeople, and provide a new destinationfor visitors and the community intothis undiscovered corner ofKnightsbridge. They added: “The site,which falls outside the Hans TownConservation Area, provides a uniqueopportunity to deliver a contemporary building that is bothinnovative and contextual.”The public realm at street level willbe designed to “encourage the publicto approach the building and engagewith the wide range of public facilitiesoffered by the hotel that will be visiblethrough the highly glazed externalwall.” With the planting of four semi-mature trees and the provision ofplanted gardens on its extensive roofterraces, the structure “will appear toits neighbours, visitors, and occupantsas a tranquil oasis in this busy part ofLondon,” said the architects.

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Homelessness is an ongoing and growing problem, with thenumber of homeless people increasing by a third between2012 and 2018. There are at least 320,000 homeless

people in the UK, according to research by housing charity Shelter. Since the Homelessness Reduction Act came into force in April

2018 councils in England have a legal duty to find a personsomewhere to stay if they are homeless and a duty to help people atrisk of losing their home. However, despite this, there areincreasingly more people sleeping rough on our streets, whichmeans the need for housing continues to grow. In particular, there isa big demand for interim accommodation (an alternative to B&B’s,hostels and nightly-paid private housing) that offers a lower cost,and better-quality option. Over the past year we’ve seen a rise in requests to work on

projects for this vulnerable demographic. While there is widespreadpublic support for getting homeless people into suitableaccommodation, a number of challenges around design andplanning, as well as objections from the local community, continueto present themselves.The crux of the problem is around planning consent. While

councils are trying to tackle the issue of interim homes for the

homeless, there is no suitable planning class for this type ofhousing. HMO housing standards or general needs housing do notfit this category, which means there is a lack of planning guidanceand usually no real precedent. Progress therefore, is largely down tothe discretion of the planner. This makes the job of an architect atricky one, but what makes the situation sadder is that planningissues can often stall the build over a long period, meaning morepeople remain homeless, thus exacerbating the problem.

If asked what advice I would give toanother architect when designing forinterim accommodation for the homeless,the main thing would be to remember thatwe are not trying to achieve award-winning architecture. We are trying tosolve a problem

Nicolas Maari of multi-disciplinary firm Pellings looks at the challenges for designersaround providing interim accommodation for the homeless

Addressing a national problem

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HERTFORDSHIREPellings is acting as architects up to planning and then as employer’s agent for 74 new temporary accommodation units in a conservation area

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We came up against a number of challenges on a current projectlocated in the county of Hertfordshire. Our role is as architects upto planning and then as EAs, for 74 new temporaryaccommodation units located within a conservation area, which issurrounded by trees and general housing. The project involves theexpansion of an existing facility, which already houses temporaryaccommodation, but is no longer fit for purpose.

We have been working on this scheme since late 2016, and localobjections, in particular from residents, have continually delayedthe programme. While supporting the concept, they do not wantthis type of facility on their doorstep, so they have raised everyconcern possible – from anti-social behaviour to the appearance ofthe building and even car parking and traffic, although theindividuals making use of the accommodation don’t tend to haveaccess to cars.

Following four pre-application meetings and consultations withneighbours, all manner of surveys – including traffic surveys – werecommissioned to alleviate their concerns. We also had to undergoverified views to show how the building would look in itsenvironment in the summer and winter (when the leaves havefallen), so the public could be reassured they wouldn’t be able tosee the building from their back gardens.

The design itself had to be robust and low-maintenance withtraditional brickwork and render construction – flat roofs andpanel systems were out of the question. We also had to include anon-site office facility so the property could be managed on a day-to-day basis.

While this project is still ongoing, it is in complete contrast toanother one we are working on, on the south coast in Kent, wherespeed is the number one priority. The scheme involves three sites,including two brownfield sites of unused garages and onegreenfield site.

Working with our client to get this up and running as quickly andefficiently as possible, we began by looking at how we could adaptexisting modular blocks, but are now providing a bespoke modularsolution with a volumetric system to deliver the units fast. Justthree months in and planning consent is imminent. As with theHertfordshire scheme, the finish must be robust, to allow for thewear and tear that comes with the rapid churn of residents. Again,we will be using tough materials with the 6 metre x 3 metre unitsclad in brick before they are delivered to the site for assembly.

If asked what advice I would give to another architect whendesigning for interim accommodation for the homeless, the mainthing would be to remember that we are not trying to achieveaward-winning architecture. We are trying to solve a problem. It iscertainly worth looking at what has been done before to get an ideaof what is achievable. It is also important to understand exactlywhat the local authority’s objectives are, so their requirements arefulfilled. Robustness, speed of delivery and low maintenance arecommon needs for interim accommodation.

Local authorities have a duty to provide homeless applicantswith interim accommodation, however, lack of planning guidanceand objections to these schemes hamper the provision of thesemuch-needed facilities. This coupled with fears among the publicand the stigma surrounding the type of people who may be housedin these properties, means getting the green light on planning is anongoing challenge.

While this problem remains, we at Pellings continue to work aseffectively as possible with our clients to get temporary householdsup and running on sites that would otherwise remain dormant. Itmight not solve the homelessness crisis, but at least interimaccommodation can provide a temporary respite.

Nicolas Maari is senior partner and head of architecture at Pellings

CHALLENGESThe Hertfordshire project is surrounding by general housing, and came up against many objections from residents which have delayed the programme

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WHY DID YOU BECOME AN ARCHITECT?When I was a kid, I made a sofa-exercise-bike for my grandmother from a bicyclewheel. She told me I was a genius likeLeonardo; it’s a memory I cherish.I suppose I was pushed in my decision to

become an architect from my creative mindmixed with very strong rational approach. Ihave always been fascinated by the idea ofchannelling my creativity into creatingsomething concrete and useful.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT IT MOST?Many phases of my work are stimulating.The creative phase is the most beautiful; thefirst moment when I start a new project, thesheet is white, everything is possible, andmy mind starts to fill with stimuli and I tryto connect ideas and imagines to create thepictures. The design phase is fun too; whenI look for the best technical solutions tocarry out the work with the owners of thecompanies, and the builders. The mostamazing thing though is the moment whenyou see the work you had imagined finallymade, and above all to see it after a fewyears – if it is ‘ageing’ well.

WHAT IS THE HARDEST PART OFYOUR JOB RUNNING A PRACTICE?It’s really hard to find the balance betweena variety of things: the idea, the project, thecosts, the timing, the customer’sexpectations, the user’s expectations, themarket’s expectations, my expectations, etc.Sometimes I feel frustrated if I struggle to

find a solution. Finding the right balance is the essence of my job; beauty is balance.When everything comes together, it’s a beautiful feeling.

HOW IMPORTANT IS SUSTAINABILITYFOR YOU CURRENTLY VERSUS OTHERPRIORITIES, AND HOW ARE YOUPROMOTING IT IN YOUR WORK?It is useless to deny that every humanactivity is against sustainability, and evenmore so the industrial production that Ideal with in design and architecture.We as designers have the responsibility to

think of solutions that make architectureand products sustainable in relation to theenvironment, but also economically – toreplace consumer products that are not.Recently my studio designed the new

headquarters for furniture maker Filippi1971. Alongside the client, we decided tocreate it inside an existing building instead ofcreating a new building occupying a greensite. For another furniture firm, Diemmebi,we designed a chair for the communitysector that has the CAM (MinimumEnvironmental Criteria) certification,affordable and consumer-friendly.For five years we have also been

collaborating with Wood From Nature ToThings – a group of 50 companiesspecialising in the use of wood, whichpromotes the use of the sustainable material.

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR PROUDESTACHIEVEMENT SO FAR?My studio has received some awards, butwhat makes me most proud is to see thatmy design or architectural works are

appreciated. In the coming months, asoccer table that I designed will beincluded in a prize catalogue of a well-known supermarket operating in northernItaly. It is fantastic because this cataloguealways features Italian design icons, and itmeans that your work is appreciated on alarge scale.Once, during the inauguration of a

building that we designed in a consolidatedurban context, a man who lived there told me that he had the feeling that thebuilding had always been there. This issomething that made me proud because the building is typologically andsemantically different from the context, butat the same time it compares it in a naturalway and it is a design intention that wasimmediately understood.

Alberto Basaglia, co-founder of Italian firmBasaglia + Rota NodariStudio, answers ADF’squestions on whatinfluences his designs, the importance of balance,and sustainability

Alberto Basaglia

Every material influencesmy design; they all havetheir own characteristics,and that is a source ofinspiration

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Filippi 1971 headquarters building, Berbenno, Italy

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WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST CHALLENGEAT THE MOMENT?We are going to be working in thecamper/caravan sector, where there is stillvery little design innovation. But newenvironmental regulations in theautomotive sector require new solutions.We will work on the interior design of acamper for a new Finnish brand incollaboration with the Filippi 1971 StyleCentre, which specialises in innovativematerials. It is an interesting challengebecause it is a design sector we have neverworked on, and we will have to findinnovative solutions taking into accountaesthetics, technique and costs.

DO YOU FIND TECHNOLOGY ISINCREASINGLY DRIVING HOW YOU DESIGN?My projects, both in terms of architectureand design, never disregard the material andproduction processes, these are an integralpart of the project. Technological innovationsand new materials bring new solutions, butmy design approach doesn’t change.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE MATERIAL CURRENTLY?I am fortunate to work with manymaterials: wood, metal, plastic, glass, fabric,and polyurethanes. It is difficult to saywhich one I prefer. Every materialinfluences my design, all of them have theirown characteristics; and that is a source ofinspiration. I’m working on an entire

collection made with an innovative materialVitter – which is made from paper.

HOW DOES BUILDING DESIGNINFORM PRODUCT DESIGN AND VICE VERSA?Having the ‘forma mentis’ of an architect isuseful to bring a rigour to a project thatmust last over time. Vice versa, theprinciples of industrial production help usarchitects to focus on the essentials andsimplify construction processes. I like tothink of my objects as if they werearchitecture, and my architectural designsas if they were objects.

DO YOU HAVE ‘INTERNATIONALAMBITIONS’ AS A PRACTICE?Our products are already distributed inmany countries across the world. I wouldlove to create architecture or projectsoverseas, as well as collaborate withcompanies from other countries. It wouldbe very stimulating to deal with culturesthat are different from mine.

HOW CAN YOU SEE ARCHITECTS’ROLES CHANGING IN THE NEAR FUTURE?As I said before, the role of designers willbe increasingly important in a world thatwill have to completely change in relationto climatic emergencies. In this sense myrole as a designer has changed a lot inrecent years; more and more, in everyproject, I have to take different needs into

account to co-ordinate groups of peoplespecialised in different fields: structuralengineers, technicians, certifiers, installers,environmental specialists, landscapers,specialists in energy containment.

DO YOU THINK THAT CLIENTS HAVE AN ACCURATE IDEA OF WHAT YOU DO?Absolutely not! I think it is one of thegreatest difficulties for an architect toexplain how long and how much work isbehind a creative project. On the otherhand, I must say that we have beencollaborating with some of our clientcompanies for more than 10 years, andwhen a relationship of trust and respect formutual work is established, interestingprojects can emerge.

WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR 2020?Organise my work in order to have more time to work on the creative part of my job. �

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Foster + Partners have won the competition to design the new headquarters for Chinese e-commerce firmAlibaba in Shanghai. The building has been designed to “showcase the company’s working culture to thepublic” – situated at Xuhui Riverside, it provides views of the Huangpu River and the Pudong CBD. It isformed around a central space that opens up to create a large public urban room. This design creates an“active social core,” with viewing terraces overlooking the central space as well as the building’s principalentrances opening onto it. The building is also designed to be extremely transparent, allowing people aglimpse into the world of Alibaba as well as preserving views to the outside. The project will utilise offsiteproduction for quality control, reducing wastage, and minimising on-site operations to create an efficientconstruction programme.

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French architecture practice Moreau Kusunokiand Genton (as local architect) have designed thenew Powerhouse Museum in Sydney, Australia.The architects said: “We envisage the newPowerhouse as a ‘hyper-platform,’ a building withmany functions and limitless potential. The designwill open up towards the river, providing publicspace and creating an open 24-hour precinct.”The project will include 60 residential studios,which will look to attract leading researchers,scientists and creatives from across Australia andaround the world, while also providing ongoingopportunities for students. The project is said tobe the largest investment in arts and culturalinfrastructure since the Sydney Opera House.

POWERHOUSE MUSEUM, AUSTRALIAMOREAU KUSUNOKI/GENTON

Turkel Design Studio has designed a new privateapartment in Palm Springs, California. Designedand built according to prefabricated constructionsystems and technologies, Axiom Desert House ischaracterised by a pillar and beam constructionwith a large open room that opens onto a privatecourtyard. “The house is a modern oasis thatoffers perfect transitions between indoor andoutdoor spaces, making it ideal for life in thedesert, while it can be replicated through sitesand variable climates,” said the architects. Thearchitects experimented with materials, includingCanaletto walnut handles on the guest bathroomsink, and a sculptural fan made of carbon fibre inthe lounge.

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SWA/Balsley are designing Highline Plaza at Schuylkill Yards, a mixed-use redevelopment adjacent toPhiladelphia’s 30th Street Station. The architects said the design for the new public plaza will transforman underutilised surface parking lot into “a vibrant landscape of connection.” Part of a master plan tocreate a new mixed-used district, the half-acre plaza will be programmed with a variety of elementsincluding outdoor dining, pop-up retail, performances, and other public gatherings. The design is inspiredby the site’s rail legacy and industrial heritage, with a “dynamic ground plane” mimicking the geometriesof a railyard and interpretive art installations. Highline Plaza is part of Schuylkill Yards’ first phase, whichis scheduled to begin construction in 2020.

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Danish architecture firm COBE have designed a new multi-purpose building for sports brand Adidas fortheir corporate headquarters in Germany. The new building, named Halftime, totals 15,500 m2. As wellas a canteen for all HQ employees, the building contains meeting rooms, a conference centre and ashowroom, where the company’s brand ambassadors can stop by to see the latest new designs,collections and ideas. The project features a 8,650-square-metre rhomboid roof structure consisting of V-shaped concrete beams and covered in glass. In fact, a third of the roof consists of skylights, whichallows daylight to enter the building throughout. The concrete beams, each 16 metres long and weighing28 tonnes, add up to a total length of 3.2 kilometres.

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Jaeger Kahlen Partner is one of the joint winnersat the international competition for Bao’An BayIndustrial Investment Tower in Shenzhen, China.The office building is a set of “shifting volumes”that break the tower into a series of terracedstacked blocks. The tower is located in adeveloping neighbourhood that allows access toShenzhen Bao’An International Airport and thecities along the Pearl River Delta. The floors ofeach building volume are connected by spiralstaircases, forming “vertically cohesive workenvironments.” On this project, Jaeger KahlenPartner worked with Transsolar KlimaEngineeringto develop and incorporate several practical andefficient sustainability techniques into the design.

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Dexter Moren Associates (DMA) have announced a trio of senior promotions for the new year. Thepromotions form part of the practice’s continued succession plan, with a collective aim to “empowerfuture leadership.” Joel Iseli, who recently returned to the UK after several years in Paris working onboutique hotels and larger projects, has been promoted to associate. Joel is a qualified architect withexperience in interior design in the hospitality sector, and has worked on international projects for leadingbrands including Novotel, IHG and La Reserve. Anya Gordon Clark, an interior designer with experience inboth high-end residential and hospitality sectors, has been promoted to senior designer. Anya is leadingpitches for DMA on various hospitality projects across the world, from Georgia to Kent. Ed Murray hasbeen promoted to associate. Ed is an accomplished project architect who has worked on a wide range ofhospitality projects for various international brands.

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Mark O’Neill joins Edge architecture + design astechnical principal – director. Mark has over 35years of experience in design, DM and projectdelivery, supporting clients, developers,contractors and consultants, across a wide rangeof construction projects. His experience spansacross both the public and private sectors.Previous roles include principal and managingdirector of his own practice, operations directorand subsequently Dubai office director for DesignInternational, technical director for PlusArchitects, and operations and design director atPeppiatt. Mark will “provide trusted adviserservices, help clients define their needs, meetproject expectations and engender collaborationacross the lifecycle of project design and delivery.”

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Panasonic celebrates making the shortlistPanasonic is pleased to announce that itsAquarea J-Series Air Source Heat Pumphas been shortlisted in the DomesticHVAC Product category of the 2020H&V News Awards. The winners will beannounced at a glamorous dinner at theprestigious Grosvenor House Hotel inPark Lane on 30th April 2020. Tony

Nielsen, UK Marketing Manager of Panasonic commented: “We arehonoured to be shortlisted in these prestigious Awards. Highstandards and innovation are a priority within Panasonic.”

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Vent-Axia supports landmark report Ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia welcomes thelatest joint report by the Royal College of Paediatricsand Child Health and the Royal College ofPhysicians on the health impact of indoor air quality(IAQ) on children and young people. “At Vent-Axiawe are committed to improving indoor air qualityand so public health” explains Jenny Smith, Head of

Marketing at Vent-Axia. Since 1936 Vent-Axia has been working hardto provide ventilation solutions to improve IAQ for households. Vent-Axia’s Sentinel Kinetic mechanical ventilation with heat recoverysystem boasts an impressive 94 per cent heat recovery.

0844 856 0590 www.vent-axia.com

Domus Ventilation returns to SpecifiFor the second consecutive year, DomusVentilation – part of the Polypipegroup – will be exhibiting at the SpecifiBuilding Services roadshows throughoutthe year. The first two events are in Leeds

on the 18th March and Bristol on 1st April, with a further four beingheld later this year. Domus Ventilation will be exhibiting its range ofhigh-performance mechanical ventilation systems at Specifi, whichinclude the HRXE, HRX2D and HRX-aQ Mechanical Ventilationwith Heat Recovery (MVHR) ranges and the CMX-MULTIMechanical Extract Ventilation (MEV) unit.

www.domusventilation.co.uk

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An innovative and unique recyclingservice set up by NewtonWaterproofing has saved 5.174

tonnes of plastic from going to landfill in 2019.The UK’s leading independent designers

and suppliers of guaranteed waterproofingand damp proofing systems had 223 bags ofHDPE membrane returned to themthroughout the course of the year as part of the scheme.By recycling waste plastic into new

products instead of manufacturing from newHDPE, during 2019 alone Newton haveprevented 5.944 tonnes of CO2e emissionsfrom being released into the atmosphere; theequivalent of burning 1.96 metric tonnes ofpetrol and saving enough energy to make826,200 mugs of tea.Furthermore, since the scheme’s launch in

2017 it has successfully prevented over 13.7tonnes of plastic from going to landfill,equivalent to preventing 15.746 tonnes ofCO2 from entering the atmosphere.It’s no surprise, then, that the service

has won six awards in just over two years, including the ‘Charles Darwin Award’from the British and Irish Trading Alliance(BITA); the ‘Commitment to the Environment

Award’ at the Kent Excellence in BusinessAwards (KEiBA); the prestigious ‘Innovationof the Year’ award from the NationalBuilding Awards; and the ‘Sustainability’award at the Property Care Association BestPractice Awards.Newton Waterproofing’s Managing

Director Warren Muschialli said: “Ourinnovative recycling service had anothertremendous year in 2019 and, as well as theenvironmental benefits, we also saved 223m3

of skip space on site, equivalent to more than24 full skips and therefore 50 skip journeys.This obviously delivers further emission andcost savings.”The closed-loop scheme works in

collaboration with the company’s NewtonSpecialist Basement Contractors (NSBC) whocollect waste off-cuts of plastic membrane on their projects.The waste is then collected by Newton at

the same time as making deliveries of newmaterials, therefore preventing additionalemissions from transporting the plastic. Finally, the material is chipped into small

granules by Newton, then collected by anational recycler for reprocessing and reusingto make new products for the constructionindustry.

“We are proud to operate what is the onlyrecycling service in the waterproofingindustry,” added Warren.“With the Government setting a target of

net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, itpresents the construction industry with awonderful opportunity to make a difference.”Newton Waterproofing design and supply

guaranteed waterproofing and dampproofing systems for all structures, fromlarge-scale commercial developments to newbuild and existing domestic properties.

01732 360 095 [email protected]

Five Tonnes of Plastic Saved from Land ll in2019 by Award-Winning Recycling Service

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Specialist external cladding supplierAquarian Cladding Systems hasannounced an agreement with Ash

and Lacy and Ibstock Kevington to distribute MechSlip.The innovative brick cladding system will

uniquely allow architects and developers thecreative freedom to design robust and versatilebrick facades using any natural clay brick cut into slips. The slips can be mechanically fixed to any substrate, at any height, via anengineered metal support system.MechSlip will be added to Aquarian

Cladding’s product portfolio, alongside the B-rated Gebrik insulating brick claddingsystem and A1-rated Terreal terracottarainscreen system, as a non-combustible A1-rated cladding solution, suitable for use onbuildings over 18m.For Aquarian Cladding, it means an exciting

start to 2020 after another successful year in2019. The South West-based company has seencontinual growth since forming 12 years ago

and Julian Venus, Aquarian’s Sales Directorsaid: “We are delighted to be partnering withnot one but two market-leading, innovativemanufacturers. The opportunity to worktogether with Ash and Lacy and IbstockKevington is hugely exciting for all of us.”MechSlip will be introduced to Aquarian’s

unique Approved Installer Network and the company will work with its 60-strongapproved installation companies to add the unique brick cladding system string to their bow.The development of MechSlip has been

carried out as a joint venture between UK-

based industry innovators Ash and Lacy, whohave designed the mechanical metal supportsystem, and Ibstock Kevington, the UK'slargest brickwork special shape and masonryfabrication company, who cut the brick slipsthat go onto it.MechSlip has been fire tested and meets

Euroclass A1 in accordance with EN13501-1:2007 +A1:2009. It has also been tested forweathertightness in accordance with ‘Standardfor systemised building envelopes CWCT,2006’ and is currently registered for BBAcertification, which is expected in 2020.Founded in 1857, Ash and Lacy has been at

the forefront of technical performance,product innovation and high standards of engineering for over 140 years andmanufactures a diverse range of engineeredfacade and roofing systems for theconstruction sector.

0808 223 9080www.aquariancladding.co.uk

Aquarian Cladding seals partnership withindustry leaders to distribute MechSlip

VORTICE sales team starts the year in ItalyJanuary began with the VORTICE UK salesteam’s visit to the company’s Italianheadquarters where they previewed some ofthe brand’s exciting new product developmentplans, with the environment being a keyconsideration. 2020 begins with the roll-outof the Vort Avel HR450D Passive House

accredited ventilation system which was launched at the end of 2019.General Manager Kevin Hippey said: “The core business ethos in Italyis replicated in the UK, the desire to provide excellent indoor airquality to the domestic, commercial and industrial markets”.

01283 492949 www.vortice.ltd.uk

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The Platform Lift Co. forms new partnershipThe Platform Lift Company Ltd is proud toannounce its new partnership with leading Swedishplatform lift manufacturer Motala Hissar AB, whoare part of the world-renowned KONE Group.This exciting new partnership positions ThePlatform Lift Company as a key UK distributor ofMotala Hissar’s range of platform lift products toother trade lift companies, commercial clients and

end users. The Platform Lift Company will also be responsible forproviding parts, servicing, maintenance and repair for the Motalaplatform lift product range within the UK.

01256 896000 www.platformliftco.co.uk

New year, new namePolypipe Civils & Infrastructure haschanged its name to Polypipe Civils &Green Urbanisation. The name changereflects a shift in focus towards a holistic

approach to water retention, re-use and management. GreenUrbanisation introduces a new generation of techniques that optimisesurban green assets through an extended and fully integratedsustainable water management network. Under a campaign name ofFrom the Ground Up, Polypipe Civils & Green Urbanisation will bespreading the word about its new approach – and encouraging moredialogue and debate about our future city landscapes.

01509 615100 www.polypipe.com/civils

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Promotion for Designer Contracts interiorsThe UK’s largest flooring contractor, DesignerContracts, has announced a senior promotionwithin its 16-strong interior design division.Joining the business three years ago, and withalmost a decade of experience in interior design,Faye Armstrong entered the show home divisionas design sales consultant and has now beenpromoted to design sales manager. Said Faye: “I’m

pleased to be part of such a fantastic team of talented designers. Ashow home is a key selling tool for developers, which is why ensuringa scheme is tailored towards the builder’s target audience is essential.”

01246 854577 www.designercontracts.com



Mapei is pleased to announce thatthe Ultralite range has beenshortlisted as a top 20 finalist

in the Tomorrow’s Tile & Stone Awards2020. The awards look to celebrate the best products and innovations in the tiling industry.

Mapei’s range of Ultralite adhesives offers innovative, lightweight cementitiousadhesives that are unique in their kind. Theadhesives are ideal for bonding all types ofceramic, mosaic and natural stone, as well asthin porcelain tiles. They are particularlyversatile with characteristics that make thework of installers simpler and quicker;providing more coverage per unit leads tofaster installations and less mixing times.

Due to their special formulation,installation becomes less tiring – this is due tothe glass micro-spheres or natural aggregatescontained in the adhesive that help maketrowelling easier. Supplied in lighter bags(15kg) with a practical hand grip for easier

handling, Ultralite adhesives provide up to 80per cent higher yield compared to otheradhesives with the same classification.

Also part of the range, Ultralite D2 is aready to use and water resistant adhesive with high yield for ceramic wall tiling; it boastsexcellent coverage, and is very easy to apply.

Voting for the Awards are now open, and the readers of Tomorrow’s Tile & Stone have

until March 13th to select their winner via the website.

For more information on the Ultralite range, visit the website or [email protected] to book a place on one of our Ceramic Tiling training courses.

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Consort launches new electric heating brochure plus updates to BIM libraryConsort Claudgen have launched their latest Heat brochure which includes a host of new heaters and heatingcontrols in their product range. The 48-page brochure features motion-activated and waterproof run-backtime controllers, new heaters in the electronic 7-day timer range and advanced wireless controllers which arenow compatible with Consort’s RX and SL heaters. All of these are detailed in the brochure along with theestablished panel and fan heaters, convectors, LST heaters, air curtains, downflows and towel rails.

Consort have also added new BIM objects of low surface temperature heaters to their BIM library whichconsists of panel and fan heaters, recessed ceiling heaters and air curtains. All of these objects are available todownload from Consort Claudgen’s website or the NBS National BIM Library. The BIM objects featured inthe NBS National BIM Library include technical details such as dimensions, ratings, insulation standard classesand electrical specifications to aid architects and specifiers in their design process.

www.consortepl.com www.consortepl.com/bim-modelling

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41APPOINTMENTS & COMPANY NEWS


SALTO Systems has been selected to provide a smart access controlsolution for Venture X, a modern

workspace community located in ChiswickPark, West London.This business hub, with great transport

links into Central London and HeathrowAirport is home to some of the world'sleading companies working in the oil and gas,media, entertainment, technology, food anddrink, and health and beauty markets. It comprises 1.8 million sq ft of award

winning accommodation, arranged as anecklace of 12 office buildings. Each buildingfaces the Park's 'inner garden' with a featuredtwo-tier lake, waterfall, decked boardwalk,pathways, events space and landscaping.Chiswick Park also houses over 45,000 sq ftof retail including the on-site Virgin Activegym, restaurants, convenience stores and anever-changing array of pop-up traders andstreet-food vendors.Part of the global Venture X United

Franchise Group, Venture X provides a brandnew inspiring, diverse, and collaborativeworking environment that is so much morethan just shared office space. Housed in acutting edge sustainable buildingdevelopment, which includes solar fins, itoffers a place where individuals andbusinesses can lease hot desks, private desksor private offices. Hot desks offer 24/7 access to common

working areas (hubs) including phone boothsand high speed Wi-Fi. Private desks add a Cat6 Ethernet port, meeting and board roomaccess, a business address with incoming mailhandling, lockable office space and a privatelocker. Private offices top the package byproving all the previous offerings but in afully furnished office space including SALTOaccess control.

What did they need?With some 30 internal office and meetingroom doors to secure, Venture X was lookingfor a technologically modern locking solutionthat would satisfy the needs of both thebusiness and its customers. Key requirementswere the ability to grant access rightsinstantly for new customers and revoke themin real-time for former customers. No hassle,costs or security issues with mechanical keyswere wanted. They needed an audit-trail

overview of who accessed which door atwhich time. Flexibility allocating office space, meeting rooms etc on a day to daybasis as required. Easy meeting andconference room access, and finally, easy,wire-free installation without softwareinstallation and IT configuration.

Solution and benefitsTo meet these needs, SALTO’s KS ‘Keys as aService’ cloud based locking solution wasrecommended. This provides a flexible accesscontrol management system that requires nosoftware installation or the added expense ofa fully-wired electronic product. All that isneeded is an online device with an Internetconnection. Providing end users with cloud-based SALTO KS Keys as a Service reducescost and almost eliminates the need formaintenance. Highly secure, thanks to its 2-factor-authentication and 128 bit AESencryption; it provides flexibility, scalability,reliability, and the ability to manage accesscontrol from any Internet platform.Venture X Director Andrew Ross

comments “When you’re providing aworking and meeting environment forentrepreneurs, and business people and largecorporates, many of whom will be involvedwith technology businesses, security,efficiency and design were all essential aspectsof the brief when we selected our preferredaccess control solution.

One of our key requirements was aproduct that offered both a card and mobileapp solution that would enable us and ourmembers to remotely open doors, i.e. forcustomers, tradespersons or postal deliveriesto gain access for example without the needfor a staff member to be physically present inthe building. Another feature we wanted was office

mode, so instead of having to present anaccess card or smart phone app to a doorevery time someone used it, the door wouldfunction just like a normal door during pre-set times but auto lock when required. TheSALTO KS we’ve now installed meets thoserequirements and gives us comprehensive24/7 access control that covers our entireproperty. We are looking forward to utilisingSALTO KS across the new Venture Xlocations that are in development for 2020and 2021.”

01926 811979 www.saltosystems.com/en

SALTO access control chosen for Venture X London

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ARMATHERM™ THERMAL BRIDGING SOLUTIONS: IMPROVING BUILDING ENVELOPE PERFORMANCE

Thermal bridging is a big concern in the building industry,it has been recognised as a signi�cant factor in buildingenvelope heat loss. By reducing heat �ow through abuilding’s thermal envelope we can reduce energyconsumption as well as prevent potential condensationissues. Building codes have increased requirements ofbuilding enclosures requiring ‘continuous insulation’without thermal bridging. Thermal break materials can beused to reduce heat loss in wall assemblies, transitionsand structural connections throughout the buildingenvelope. They can minimise building energy loss andimprove building envelope performance. This course willprovide an overview to thermal bridging, discussing thereasons why it occurs as well as how it can be prevented.This course will also compare building details with andwithout thermal break solutions to highlight the importanceof determining accurate values of thermal transmittance.

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42 FUTUREBUILD SHOW PREVIEW


In 2016 Imperial College London acquiredthe neighbouring disused Royal Mail PostSorting Office from the Science Museum,

sitting on the corner of Exhibition Road andImperial College Road. Architects Pascall+Watson were employed

to devise a sensitive yet practical design forthe change of use of this four storey building.As part of the plans, thought had to be givenas to how to minimise carbon consumption,as well as reduce energy use and wastage inline with the College’s Environmental Policy. A significant amount of heat and

energy can be lost through poor performingwindows and due to the planning restrictions on the new Dyson Building, the numerous beautiful original single glazed windows of all shapes and sizes had to be retained. Therefore, Pascall+Watson specified secondary glazing to improve their performance.Over seven different types were installed to

match the varying styles; large sweeping

curved headed casements were treated withmatching sightline Series 41 side hungcasements, tall traditional box sash windowswere treated with Series 20 and 25 verticalsliding units, along with a tricky installationof high-level stairwell port hole windows atthe top of the building. To increase energyperformance further, the units were glazedwith 6.8 low-E laminate glass.On the façade overlooking the service area

of the Science Museum, obscurity glass was

specified, to prevent distractions for theresearchers and staff. The windowsoverlooking the busy thoroughfares ofExhibition Road and Imperial College Roadwere fitted with a cavity to provide addednoise insulation, creating quiet conducivespaces for learning and meetings. It wasdecided to enhance the security of the groundfloor windows with Secured By Designaccredited units, the Police PreferredSpecification. The new secondary glazing in this state-of-

the-art engineering facility, sits perfectly inthis repurposed former sorting office. Therooms are now quiet and warm, retaining theelegance of the original architectural features.Selectaglaze is a leading specialist in

secondary glazing, established in 1966 and Royal Warrant Holder since 2004.Selectaglaze will be exhibiting at Future Build2020 from 3rd-5th March.

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Marley returning to FuturebuildMarley Plumbing & Drainage is set to return to Futurebuild 2020, with an exhibition stand focusing on itsfabrication service and array of innovativeproducts and solutions for contractors,housebuilders and installers. Visitors tothe Marley Plumbing & Drainage stand in

the Offsite area of the show, stand number E35, will be able to learnmore about the manufacturer’s fabrication service, which offersbespoke pipework systems, all prefabricated according to the project’sindividual requirements and pressure tested as standard.

01622 858888 www.marleypd.co.uk

Hadley Group returning to Futurebuild Hadley Group, the cold-rolled steel manufacturer,looks forward to returning to Futurebuild 2020 asan Innovation Partner of the show, with a stand onthe new Innovation Trail and a Hadley Group Bar.New for 2020 is Futurebuild’s Innovation Trail,demonstrating the event’s commitment to drivingpositive change and development in the industry

through its Innovation Partnership programme. The innovation trailwill run across the length of the venue and is set to feature an arrayof products and developments from across the construction sector, allcontributing to transforming the future face of the industry.

www.hadleygroup.com www.hadleysteelframing.com

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Smart innovations on display at FuturebuildSmart Architectural Aluminium will beshowcasing a wide range of systems atthis year’s Futurebuild exhibition, withdisplays featuring its comprehensiveHeritage Collection, as well as examples

of some of the innovative solutions that the company has developedand produced for individual projects. At the heart of the stand willbe a stylish room set, designed to display the company’s provenAlitherm Heritage Window and Door and Designer Door systems,together with brand new interior screen and walk on roof systems,both of which are being previewed for the first time at the show.

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Futurebuild’s conference returns for2020, and the event organisers havedescribed it as “bigger and better than

ever before,” with the climate andecological crisis leading the conversations.Over the three days, politicians, academicsand industry shapers will guide thediscussions. Sessions for architects in the Conference

Arena will include ‘ProfessionalCollaboration: Do it together,’ developed inpartnership with the Chartered Institute ofArchitectural Technologists (CIAT). Thissession, on day three (5 March), will lookto bring the presidents of the institutetogether to discuss how those working inthe built and natural environments arecurrently responding to the climate andecological emergency, and will report on“ongoing plans to continually evolve waysof working for the future.”On the second day of the conference (4

March), candidate for London Mayor RoryStewart will join a panel for the ‘Carbonneutral cities for the future’ session. Theywill discuss the actions that cities across theUK and abroad are taking to ensure a“liveable future for all,” from improvingmobility to urban greening to combattingair pollution.With conference discussions focusing on

the biggest issues facing the builtenvironment at a macro level, six ‘KeynoteStages’ located across the event will look atthe specific challenges impacting buildings;offsite, energy, interiors, resourcefulmaterials, and critical infrastructure. Thisprogramme of “solution-driven sessions”will “share the latest thinking and research,to try to educate, inform and inspire visitorsto make a positive change.”Of particular interest to architects will be

the ‘Buildings’ area, which is expanding for2020 to include two new showcase areas;

the Whole House Retrofit Zone and theDigital Impact Zone. Here, visitors willhave the chance to discuss the variousrefurb and retrofit solutions, both currentand in development, as well as the latestdevelopments in digital construction. ‘Interiors at Futurebuild 2020’ will look

to help those seeking inspiration across allareas of commercial and domestic interiors.Buyers and high-level decision makersinvolved in housebuilding, commercial fit-out, student accommodation, socialhousing and the public sector, will haveaccess to solutions covering healthbuildings, kitchens, bathrooms, surfaces,and flooring. Confirmed exhibitors forinteriors include SIAMP, Leicht, and Lumi-Plugin. Meanwhile, the Interiors KeynoteStage programme curated by the

The organisers of FutureBuild 2020 are looking to inspire architects to joinfellow industry leaders and innovators at this year’s event to be the “catalystfor change” that’s needed to help deliver a more sustainable built environment

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International WELL Building Institute willprovide the latest information and goodpractice on key topics and challenges thatthe sector faces.

Beyond the stagesAround each Keynote Stage will be anexhibition of innovative brands, offeringsolutions to the challenges discussed in thecompanion knowledge programme. Theexhibition will feature some of the “largestheadline brands in the sector,” alongsideSMEs and start-up organisations, creatinga “dedicated platform to connect thesecompanies with forward-thinking specifiersand buyers,” say the organisers.

Connecting the exhibition will be theInnovation Trail; brands and organisationsthat are taking the lead when it comes toinnovation will be recognised through thededicated route. It will take visitors on ajourney through the event and showcasethe latest thinking from Futurebuild’sInnovation Partners, which include ACOTechnologies, Smart Systems, Internorm,Steico and Kochwerk.

The game changers are backChampioning innovation is the centralpurpose of Futurebuild, and the 2020 eventwill see the return of the Big InnovationPitch. Hosted across the event, inconjunction with BRE as technical partner,the competition will be the industry’slargest “call-out” for innovation to date andwill identify and celebrate novel newapproaches to tackle of the biggestchallenges facing us all.

Previous years have seen innovativesolutions, such as a sustainable alternativeto plywood produced from mixed wasteplastics and energy and cost saving air-conditioning units, take the top spot.

Martin Hurn, event director ofFuturebuild, said: “The responsibility fortackling the climate emergency lies in all ofour hands and we must collaborate in orderto find solutions to secure our future.Futurebuild 2020 provides the perfectplatform for forward-thinking decisionmakers across the built environment tocome together and play a key part indriving positive change.”

To register visit www.futurebuild.co.uk/register

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48 BREEAM AWARDS PREVIEW


The idea behind the Nexus Buildingwas one of collaboration – setting upa “community of innovators”, as well

as becoming home for the University of Leedsnew Design and Innovation Centre. With animpressive new entrance on WoodhouseLane, Nexus forms a striking gatewaybetween the city and the southern corner ofthe campus.

The University of Leeds wanted theirlandscape strategy to create an exciting visionfor the development of the campus – withinspiring, memorable and unique spaces –which complements the built landscape. Akey aim of the University is for it to be asustainable University of which the campuslandscape is a core part.

They specified that the landscapedevelopment is to be an exemplar of urbanbiodiversity, creating a biodiverseenvironment and providing ecologicalcorridors within the city. It was important for the campus landscape to be an inspiringplace which encourages innovation, liveresearch, learning and discovery. Invigorated,high-quality public spaces should form anetwork of hubs across the campus which

encourage a diversity of activity. The campus landscape is underpinned by andpromotes the university’s values ofsustainability to become a living lab forsustainable solutions.

The external landscaping provides arelaxed, aesthetically pleasing setting,featuring breakout areas, a sustainablegarden, and a biodiverse rain garden, allwhich helped towards the project’s“BREEAM: Excellent” rating.

Our involvementArchitectural and building consultancypractice AHR specified a rain garden as partof the development. This acts as a visuallyappealing, low maintenance and biodiversefriendly, sustainable drainage system.

Green-tree is a part of leading landscapesupplier Green-tech. They advised andsupplied specially formulated Green-tree RainGarden Filter Medium, manufactured fromPAS100 green organic matter, screened silicasand, and blown clay particles. This growingmedium provides the nutrition required forhealthy growth, while at the same time,

slowing down the flow, and acting as a filterfor both rainfall and runoff from hardlandscaping.

Working for the landscape managementcompany, Gavin Jones Ltd, Green-treeproduced a specialist mix of Green-tree RainGarden Filter Medium to satisfy theparticular demands of a rain garden, anddeliver to site within a critical deliverywindow.

Jordan Webster Green-tech’s Key AccountManager commented: “We have worked withGavin Jones Ltd on several high-profileprojects now and it is always good to see thefinished result and to know that we all didour part in greening up our urban landscape.”

Ricky Whiteman, Head of EstimatingNorth for Gavin Jones Ltd added, “We knowfrom past experience that Green-tree soils areof a consistent, high quality, which is soimportant when working on niche projectssuch as this. Yet again, the service and supportfrom them was first class.”

01423 332100www.green-tech.co.uk

Green-tree Rain Garden Filter Medium helpsproject achieve BREEAM: Excellent rating

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The annual BREEAM Awards, saystheir organiser BRE, showcases “themost innovatively sustainable

BREEAM rated buildings from around theworld of the previous 12 months.” Award categories include different

regions around the world, project types,and professional recognition, as well aspartnership awards with GRESB, thebenchmarking system for real estate assets.This year however will see the introductionof the new ‘Director’s Award’. This will bemade to an individual “who deserves to berecognised for their achievements andleadership in BREEAM,” and will be chosenby BREEAM director, Shamir Ghumra. The2020 awards will also see the return of thepopular ‘Your BREEAM Award,’ where thepublic have the opportunity to vote fortheir favourite building from the shortlist.The awards evening itself will be held on

the eve of Futurebuild – 2 March – at HiltonLondon Bankside Hotel, and will be hostedby Brian Blessed OBE, one of Britain’s mostfamous stage and screen actors. As the longest standing and most widely

operated built environment sustainabilityassessment method, the BREEAM Awardsrepresent “a celebration of builtenvironment sustainability from across the world.”

THE 2020 SHORTLIST

GRESB/BREEAM Award for ResponsibleInvestment Large Portfolio• Altarea Cogedim• CBRE Dutch Office Fund• IRE European Fund • Neptune Property Venture SARL• Société Foncière Lyonnaise

GRESB/BREEAM Award for ResponsibleInvestment Small Portfolio• Altera Vastgoed NV - Winkels• Bouwinvest Dutch Institutional OfficeFund N.V

• Hermes Central London JV• Prologis UK Logistics Venture• SPP Fastigheter AB

GRESB/BREEAM Award Individual Leadership• Aleksandra Njagulj, CBRE GlobalInvestors• Clementine Pacitti, Klépierre• Derk Welling, APG Asset Management• Katherine Sherwin, BlackRock• Xavier de Saqui de Sannes, Invesco Real Estate

Regional Award China• COFCO Landmark• IKEA Changsha Center• Jin Mao Office Tower• Poly Oriental Mansion• Royal Seal City

Regional Award North America • 2840 Junction• 2880 Junction• 3050 Zanker• Landmark @ One Market• UC Davis Rifle Range

Regional Award Western Europe• Kantoor Goede Doelen Loterijen• Gebouw Atlas, renovatie hoofdgebouwTU/e• International Quarter London - Building S9 PCR• Jonas• Oldenburger Fritom BV

The 2020 Awards will seethe return of the popular‘Your BREEAM Award,’where the public will havethe opportunity to vote fortheir favourite buildingfrom the shortlist

ADF previews the shortlisted entries for the BREEAM Awards which presents the best ininternational construction sustainability, and features a new ‘personal’ award for 2020

BREEAM Awards 2020

HOOVER BUILDING, LONDON2019 Winner – Homes Post-Construction Award

COFCO LANDMARK, CHINA2019 Winner – Regional Award Asia

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UNILEVER FOOD INNOVATION CENTRE, NETHERLANDS2019 Winner – Commercial Projects Design Stage Award

Regional Award Central and Eastern Europe• Binarium• Lidl Bucuresti• M1 Krakow• Podium Park budynek A PCR• Westfield Chodov

Regional Award Rest of the World• Al Zahia Phase 4• IKEA Yatomi Distribution Center Expansion• International pavilions (Blocks C2.1,C2.2, C2.3) • Parcel C3. ‘Astana’ InternationalFinancial Centre• Shopping and entertainment centerMEGA Silk Way

Commercial project - Design Stage Award• 21 Moorfields• Louwman Rotterdam Zuid• Project Mint (Triton Square)• Quatuor - Building C• Skysawa budynek A

Commercial project - Post Construction Award• Kantoor Goede Doelen Loterijen• International Quarter London - BuildingS9 PCR• Lidl Bucuresti• Oldenburger Fritom BV• Podium Park budynek A PCR

Commercial project - In Use award• Binarium

• M1 Krakow• Schweigaards gate 16 AS• Splau• Westfield Chodov

Public Sector Project - Design Stage Award• Confetti CQ Campus• Knights Park• Navitas• University of Portsmouth Sports Centre• Urbanest Vine Street - StudentAccommodation

Public Sector Project - Post Construction Award• Gebouw Atlas, renovatie hoofdgebouwTU/e• London School of Economics CentreBuildings Redevelopment• Nieuwbouw Hogeschool Utrecht• Nightingale Primary School• The Student Centre

Public Sector Project - In Use Award• Flundran 2• Hospital Universitario Infanta Sofía• Lövhagen 32• Otto Sverdrups plass 4• Salmisaarentalo

Homes - Design Stage Award• Balfron Tower• Colette Court (6 Dwellings)• Jonas• Luxuria Domenii Residence• Parker House

Homes - Post Construction Award• King’s Court PCR• Vantage House• Old Queen Street PCR• Centre Point Tower Redevelopment (80 Dwellings)• 5 Palace Court

Professional Champion Award - Architect • HNW Architects• Keppie Design• Rolfe Judd• Stiff and Trevillion• Wilkinson Eyre

Professional Champion Award - M&E Engineer• Atelier Ten• Hurley Palmer Flatt• MTT Limited• Norman Disney & Young• Sparkling Projects

BINARIUM BUSINESS CENTRE, ROMANIA2019 Winner – Commercial Projects In-Use Award

The BREEAM Awardsrepresent “a celebration of built environmentsustainability from across the world”

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PANEL INTRICACIESEach brass panel within the undulating curved facadehas to be individually designed, and each had its ownpattern of perforationsImages (above and facing page) © Cloud 9 Photography

In the midst of a large urbanredevelopment project in the centre ofthe German city of Wuppertal in North

Rhine-Westphalia, sits City Plaza, adramatic new five-storey store for theclothing chain Primark, has uplifted arundown district.

Set among a mix of building styles,including modern, post-war developmentsalongside historic architecture, and nextto improved public space linking therailway station to the city, the project hasbeen created as a striking centrepiece to abusy urban hub. The area is used by tensof thousands of rail and bus passengersevery day.

Despite such a complex backdrop,project designers Chapman Taylor were notrequired to follow any local vernacularbuilding styles or special regulations,allowing them the freedom to design aconsciously modern and striking building,with the aim being to avoid creating a“pastiche of Wuppertal’s heritage,” as leadarchitect Yvonne von Salm puts it, “butrather to add to the city’s build legacy witha new layer, firmly rooted in the present.”

Through this artistic licence, thearchitects have formed a distinctive curved,undulating facade, clad with alternatingbrass panels and glass curtain walling,lifting the area’s look and feel alongside themajor ongoing works in the surroundingpublic realm.

The contractIt has taken six years in order to get to thispoint however, as von Salm explains. Shetells ADF that in 2014, the City ofWuppertal launched its largest post-warurban renewal project to date – the

redevelopment of the down-at-heel districtaround the railway station. The City ofWuppertal orchestrated a competition todevelop the brownfield land here, with theprocess requiring interested investors to putin a financial offer for the site, supported byan architectural proposal.

Says Yvonne: “Based on the financialstrength of the investor, Signature Capital,and the architectural quality of theproposal, the City then selected us as thewinning team to design the area’sregeneration.”

Having worked with Signature Capitalelsewhere, they were asked in this instanceif they would be interested in developing anexisting urban design scheme for the widersite, which was created by another firm.

ComplicationsAfter winning the contract, the architectswere presented with a series of challenges,beginning with the site, which requiredcomplex and expensive works beforeundergoing the building’s actualconstruction.

Once construction started, one such earlychallenge for the project was that the sitesits on solid rock, which had to bedynamited to allow for an undergroundlevel of car parking, service access andother facilities. “This was a timeconsuming, expensive, and tricky process,”tells Yvonne.

Another site challenge that followed thiswas to redesign the connection between therailway station and the city centre. “Therailway station was previously severed fromthe city centre by a dual carriageway, andpedestrians had to walk through anunwelcoming underpass,” says Yvonne.

The project architect in charge of a new architecturally adventurous flagship retail storein the German city of Wuppertal explains to Jack Wooler how the practice went aboutrevitalising a large brownfield site, and created a unique retail environment.

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Because of this, that highway was loweredby 6 metres, and a new bridge made ofsteel and folded glass built, flanked on bothsides by retail/food and beverage pavilions.Yvonne adds: “The new bridge transforms the pedestrian experience,seamlessly linking the station with the city centre.”

A perhaps smaller, but still significantdesign challenge for the architects was toreduce the size of the public square infront of the railway station, and createwhat the architect describes as a “muchmore human scale.”

“We achieved this, for example, byproposing the relocation of the mainbuilding to bring it into closer focus,Yvonne explains.

A striking centrepieceNow complete, users crossing the new,improved public realm are greeted by thenew flagship store’s unique, amorphousand slanted facade, which achieves its aimof forming an architectural landmark inthe city.

The curved facade of brass panels first

draws the eye in with its intricacies – eachpanel having to be designed “individuallyand with care” because there couldn’t be auniform size and shape, each panel alsohaving a unique perforation to create adiscernible pattern from the variety.

Inspiring City Plaza’s exterior here wasthe city’s 18th and 19th century textilesboom, details Yvonne, the practice takingin influence from the yarns, fabrics andlace that were created here, as well as thecolouring of such materials.

“We decided to create a multiply,curving facade,” she says, “leaningoutwards at the upper levels by 4.6 percent (a total of 2 metres overall), whichresembles the folds of curtains.”

The architect explains how this curvedgold cladding, produced by German metalfacade manufacturer Pohl FacadeDivision, fits into the surroundingvernacular: “Our ambition was to presentWuppertal as a vibrant blend of the oldand the new – with a contemporary designfor a striking centrepiece building whichwould help to achieve that in a way whichwould complement the wider urban

VIBRANT BLENDThe architects’ ambition was to “present Wuppertalas a vibrant blend of the old an the new – with acontemporary design for a striking centrepiece”

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context of impressive historical buildings.”She continues: “The design was selected

early on because of its ‘wow’ factor, andremained remarkably consistent fromearly concept stages through tocompletion on site.”

InteriorsA cantilevered brass canopy extends fromthis facade – designed in keeping with thebuilding’s geometry and using a materialpalette corresponding to the facade cladding– and into the ground floor of the newbuilding; users are thereby led into the mainentrance area.

Intended to cause an immediate reaction,Yvonne says that the “building serves as astatement of intent,” for the client, enablingPrimark to “raise its profile in Germany andreposition itself in the market.”

With the original brief being to housemultiple retail tenants and a hotel across itsfive above-ground floors, the building coversa 2,000 m2 plot, the extensive retailfloorspace distributed across four storeys.

The entirety of what the architects describeas this “solitaire” building was leased by the

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clothing brand however to house the flagshipstore, with the tenant carrying out theinterior fit out. To add to the retail space,there are office spaces on level five, as well asthe basement garage and storage area on thelower ground floor.

Throughout the interiors, long sight-linesextend through and beyond the building, theexpansive glazing flooding the retail andoffice spaces with light. “Due to the fact thatit is a ‘solitaire’ building, and the extremelyflexible design concept,” says Yvonne, “we’vebeen able to integrate windows on all foursides wherever necessary, allowing sufficientnatural daylight into the building as andwhen required.”

By using specialised glass, the building’sglazing enables this abundance of naturallight without causing glare, as well asoffering heat resistant properties to controlsolar gain and help reduce energyrequirements in terms of cooling. Alongsidethis, the interiors make extensive use of LEDlighting to supplement the natural light.

Structural complexityThe entirety of this complex building wasfirst designed in BIM by the architects, with

the other contractors then able to make useof their model, as Yvonne says, “simplifyingthe process, preventing clashes, and saving alot of time on the development.”

“The curved and slanting facade was aparticular challenge here,” she continues, “ifit wasn’t for our BIM capabilities, it mightnot have been possible.”

Part of this complexity was the need tomake every panel individually, and ensure ittook its correct place in the overall pattern.To achieve this, each panel was numberedand allocated a position on the facade, whichshe says was “a very complicated process.”

The finished facade was constructed usingKME’s TECU brass (pre-burnished andlacquered) metal panels, and Thermoplus S1(optiwhite) glass from German manufacturerRisse Glass across the main building, as wellas Delodur (optiwhite) 8 mm across the glassentrance lobby to the store. This is built ontop of the 8.10 m x 10.60 m structural gridfound the basement; it’s 10.60 m x 10.60 mfor the floors above ground level.

This glazed mullion-transom facade isventilated from the rear, utilising mineralwool insulation, and clad with an underlyingmembrane. The facade itself consists of a




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environmentally friendly building product inaccordance with ISO 14025 and EN 15804.The brass material used is designed to bedurable for a long life, meaning that thefacade will require minimal maintenance orreplacement materials.

Uplifting the areaAccording to Yvonne, the city’s public havealready recognised the improvement thatthe scheme has brought about: “They arenow able to walk between the railwaystation and the city in a seamless and muchmore pleasant way, and they can also seethe way in which the square’s proportionshave become much more human in scale.”“More than that however,” she continues,

“the design of the building lifts the area. Itcreates new possibilities – people now dwelland watch the world go by over a coffee orwander around exploring in a space whichwas previously grubby, and functional. It’snow a positive experience just to stand there

and look around, and to appreciate the newsense of place that the design has created.”The architect tells ADF that the project

has also become a catalyst for furtherdevelopment in Wuppertal since itsconception, and is now a “key reference”for discussions about how to regenerateurban centres, during what she says is “aperiod of uncertainty about the future ofphysical retail.”This has been reflected by the sector too

– Chapman Taylor’s Düsseldorf studio,together with the investor SignatureCapital, won the prestigious global MAPICAward 2019 in the ‘Best Retail City CentreRegeneration’ category, the EuropeanProperty Award 2019-20 for ‘Best RetailArchitecture in Germany,’ and the GermanPolis Award 2016 in the ‘RegeneratedTown Centres’ category.As well as achieving such industry praise,

through its distinct and idiosyncratic designthe practice have succeeded in creating anarchitectural landmark in the city ofWuppertal, and have helped transform apreviously run-down area into a lively andattractive urban destination. �


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A new pier has opened for the Thames’ main river taxi which provides newpublic space as well as vital transport infrastructure, in a design which dividesthe structure into two to make the most of its location. James Parker reports

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Navigating central London via itsriver is not yet something thatmany Londoners do on a daily

basis. However more commuters are nowusing the MBNA Thames Clipper river taxiservice run by Transport for London fromBattersea to Woolwich, alighting to andfrom a striking new pier at Royal Wharf inthe East End. It’s the result of a client whowanted to go beyond simply creating apractical means of mooring this sizeablevessel, to creating a considered architecturaladdition to the city which provides newpublic space on the river. Ballymore and Oxley’s Royal Wharf is a

major new riverside mixed-use development

of low and medium-rise blocks includingaround 3,400 residential units, and locatedjust west of the Thames Barrier and southwest of City Airport. According to AlanDempsey, director at architects Nex—,Ballymore and Oxley “were looking forsomething different” when they appointedthe firm, who were in competition against aclutch of much larger practices. This explains why they had the

confidence to pick a firm with noexperience of transport infrastructure, butpossessing “a very clear vision for how thispier could address some bigger questions,”says Dempsey. It was to be much more thanjust a “bus stop,” he says, but would


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“contribute to the city and the riverside interms of providing a meaningful publicspace.” In addition, the client was alsoattracted by the practice’s keenness tocollaborate, including with the marineengineers on the project, Beckett Rankine.The steel, aluminium and timber

structure replaces a derelict jetty withsomething with a great deal of architecturalmerit, but which also serves the practicalneeds of a new population of city dwellersliving in Royal Wharf but commuting toother parts of the city. It has also beendesigned as a public space in its own right,so serving the potentially conflicting needsof lingering visitors and commuters in arush was a key challenge for the architects.

A ‘dog leg’In Dempsey’s words, the client’s desire wasthat the pier should be “distinctive, highquality and memorable,” and that’s why“they looked for the design to be a closecollaboration between an architect and

engineer.” The key distinguishing aspect ofthe pier is its ‘dog leg’ structure, angling outto the east from the riverbank to atriangular public viewing platform pointingtowards the Thames Barrier, then backtowards the city, terminating in a floatingpontoon waiting area. This division initially came from an

architectural decision to break the pierdown into “more manageable distances,”says Dempsey. The pier needed to extend130 metres to reach water deep enough forthe Thames Clipper during all tides – thetidal range is high at that point of the river– but this would have made for a long, andperhaps oppressive walkway. He adds: “Wedidn’t want the sense of travelling down atunnel or a long series of gangways, it wasreally about opening up the expansive viewswherever we could.”With the decision made to separate the

pier into two sections, the architects decidedto design the first 40 metres as a generous“public promenade.” This is divided by a

TWO PIERS IN ONEThe pier is divided into two sections connected by atriangular viewing platform; the first section providingan open public promenade, and the second a more en-closed gangway for commuters

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clear boundary from a second gangwaysection more focused on efficient transportof pedestrians – this boundary providedboth by the viewing platform, and the sheerfact of the dramatic change in angle.The result is almost to provide two piers,

given they have two distinct horizons forusers – the public promenade in particular“draws upon ideas about British seasideand river piers, and the open horizons youget from them.” From the promenade,there’s an uninterrupted view east towardsthe Thames Barrier, thanks to the 162 m2

triangular viewing platform being enclosedwith a frameless balustrade of “ultra-transparent” glazing. Then as the pier headsback westwards, there’s a view ofGreenwich and Canary Wharf, also gainedthrough the 4.5 metre glazed wall of thecovered waiting area.

Experiencing the pierThe public promenade section is over 5metres wide – considerably more than the

minimum needed to get to and from apontoon. Dempsey says this will allowpeople to linger and look while commutersmove past them. “You might have 50people embarking or disembarking at rushhour, so there’s space for people who mightalready be there, moving at a slower pace.”The promenade also has a generous woodparapet designed for people to lean on; “itinvites pausing.”The 65 metre long gangway is more

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further avoids any sense of “feelingcompressed into a tube.”

In terms of structural engineering, thefirst span creating the public promenade isstraightforwardly broken into three sectionsof supports, with a pile at each junction,and the triangular platform is fixed ontofurther piles. However the gangway isfloating, like the pontoon, which has a pairof ‘dolphin’ piles holding it place in theriver. The gangway section, despite beinglonger, is a single span, a more pleasingvisual result which required “working veryclosely with the engineers to work out howwe could do it in one piece, rather than cutit up and bolt it back together on site.”

The pontoon that houses the waiting areais a neatly designed, rhomboid in planstructure which exploits the change in levelnecessitated in the second section of the pierby the first section being flat for the benefitof the public. Leaving the gangway, usersarrive at the top of wide wooden stairs

which continue around the space as seating,like a miniature amphitheatre, and are givena “nice overview of whole space.”

Users may also descend the final metreand a half to the floor level by a ramp,which wraps around the rear of the seatingarea; the ramp is separated from the seatingarea by a semi-enclosed timber screen wallthat offers waiting commuters protectionfrom the wind. Dempsey explains how thissuccessfully addresses the level change: “Wewanted to keep it as level as possible on thepromenade, so the challenge was how doyou design that ramp in an integrated wayso it feels a natural part of the pontoonrather than a separate mode of access stuckin the corner.” In the evenings the ‘wrapped’nature of the screened seating “makes for acomfortable space that people don’t feelintimidated to spend time in.”

The shelter’s form is “defined by its cutand folded butterfly roof,” say thearchitects, helping accentuate a feeling of



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lightness by concealing the structuraldolphin elements behind compact servicezones enclosed in a light grey metalliccladding. There are four slender internalsteel columns, “more required to hold theroof down than hold it up because of windand tidal loads,” and wrapped in polishedstainless steel.

The roofline is sloped to take in directviews towards the towers at Canary Wharf,the O2, and beyond them the City ofLondon. The glazing that runs along the 12metre front elevation rises to around 4.6metres at one end, and has two openingsallowing users to access a viewing platform.

The mild steel roof is folded upwards likea butterfly for practical as well as aestheticreasons – aiding drainage, but also helpingto bring light into the space. As well asproviding an interesting form, light bouncesoff the water, causing reflections onto theceiling (which is powder-coated in a similarcopper colour to the aluminium battens)

and is reflected down into the space.Dempsey says that one of his keyinspirations throughout the design wasTurner, and the way the painter “incessantlycaptured the changing light on the river.”

MaterialsThe materials palette refers to both pierheritage and shipbuilding, and “speaks toboth the practical needs and maritimesetting.” The zig-zagging steel structure ispainted a dark, slightly bluish grey to offer acontemporary look that will weather well.The steel wall panels of the waiting area area pale metallic grey – to “kind of disappear,reflect the light and horizon, and leave theroof to appear to float,” says the architect.

Ekki hardwood timber, well known for itshigh performance in marine settings,features prominently, forming the steppedseating in the waiting area, and warming thespace. The timber is also used for handrailsalong the length of the pier, plus the

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triangular sculptural seating on the viewingplatform that echoes the shape of thewaiting area pontoon.

LEDs mounted in the pier’s structureuplight the copper coloured battens,creating a sense of theatre at night time, andmounted under the parapet, illuminate theblack resin walking surface. The viewingplatform has LEDs running around theglazed perimeter and the timber seating.

ChallengesDempsey says the biggest challenge thedesigners faced was to ensure thecontractors delivered a level of finish toensure this public space would ‘feel’ highquality. “These are people who spend mostof their time making big steel plate andmarine structures. It was initially just achange to their mindset to get them tounderstand we were looking for a precisionthat was probably in excess of what theywere normally used to dealing with.”

Bridging the divide between normalmarine engineering and the level of tactilearchitectural quality that the architectsinsisted on was further challenged by thedesign and build project being built overseasbefore being shipped to site and craned intoplace. “A contractor could very easily havecome back and said they wanted to split itinto a number of parts or make certainchanges,” says Dempsey. “It took a lot of co-ordination and collaboration between theengineers and ourselves to complete thedesign to quite a significant extent – tomake sure the answer is really the onlyanswer anyone’s going to choose.”

The final product is a visually arresting,but somehow familiar structure in manyways, that both sits well in its context butbreaks with normal pier design to maximiseits location for all users. By allowing anarchitect to take the reins in an unfamiliartypology for them, the client has ensuredthat achieving a high quality finish has beenkept at the forefront. In so doing they’vedelivered a piece of exemplary newtransport infrastructure for London thatalso gives some exciting public space to thecommunity at large.

According to Dempsey, the project’ssuccess has been most visibly demonstratedby a visiting US delegation to a majormarine conference in late 2019, who alightedat the pontoon. “They were blown away tosee that this was the kind of infrastructurethat London produces.” This pier is animportant part of attracting more users towhat is a much more pleasant, as well aseffective, means to get around the city. �

This pier is an importantpart of attracting moreusers to what is a muchmore pleasant, as well aseffective, means to getaround the city

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Collaboration for Turkish Airlines takes offThe Rubb Group landed a contract toprovide a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaulhangar at the new $12 billion IstanbulAirport in Turkey. The 82.3m x 87.5m x 9.8mAVC type structure will provide maintenanceand repair facilities for the Turkish Airlines’

fleet. The hangar is equipped with 50mm Rubb Thermohall® insulatedcladding. Rubb produced 12,000m² of Thermohall® cladding for theproject, utilising 32,000m² of Precontraint 412 and Precontraint 832fabric from Serge Ferrari. This specialist architectural PVC deflectslight and heat and is ideal for the climate in Turkey.

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External Wall Insulation (EWI)EWI is the preferred method of insulating a solid wall property, refurbishing non-traditional housing or that which requiresexternal repair work, or to improve a buildingthat has severe heating problems. It shouldonly be applied to walls that do not suffer

from pre-existing rising damp. As with all property fabric relatedwork, a high standard of installation is required. Poor detailing e.g.around eaves, allows water to pass behind the insulation where it canbecome trapped and cause hidden damage to the property in thelonger term. Contact Kiwa Building Products for more information.

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75STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS; GROUNDWORKS; EXTERNAL ENVELOPE


Hemsec – Insulated panel manufacturersWhen you can improve your reputationby using the right insulated panels, itmakes sense to work with Hemsec.Hemsec are proud to be one of the UK’slargest and longest-standing insulatedpanel manufacturers. Hemsec work inpartnership across the supply chain, andare trusted by companies who needabsolute confidence in the timelydelivery of high quality, durable building

materials. For more information, please contact the company.

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BMI UK & Ireland finds flow with SealoflexBMI UK & Ireland has revised and enhanced itsportfolio of flat roofing technologies with theintroduction of BMI Sealoflex. BMI Sealoflex isa liquid applied waterproofing range whichoffers building owners, designers and contractorsa great choice of high-performance system

solutions for a host of requirements and applications. To provideultimate specification and installation peace of mind, the three systemsin the range – Sealoflex Ultima, Sealoflex Prima and Sealoflex Endura– are all backed by the company’s market-leading guarantees and six-step specification service to meet customer design and technical needs.

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New Sewer free – Water free – Eco toilet! The Cinderella Incinerator Eco Toiletfrom Pump Technology is elegant, cleanand odour free! It fits perfectly into anyoff-grid bathroom and looks remarkablylike a domestic unit. The only differenceis that it doesn’t need water or anyconnection to a sewerage system towork. It’s luxurious, easy-to-use andextremely “green”. The end product of aweek’s regular use is just half a cup of

clean, dry, harmless ash which can be tipped onto the garden.

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CUPA PIZARRAS’ slates complete cottageSmithy Cottage, an unusual, cruciformshaped new-build property in Warrington,has recently been constructed using CUPAPIZARRAS’ CUPA 2 natural slates.Selected for uniformity, longevity andaesthetics which is in-keeping with thesurrounding properties, the CUPA 2 slateswere used for the roof of the property

which unusually incorporated atrium glazing and inlaid solar panels.As with all CUPA PIZARRAS slates, it is available in a selection offormats, sizes and thicknesses ranging from 3.5mm to 7.5mm.

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Mention curtain walling to anyspecifier or house builder and it’sodds on they won’t associate it

with residential designs. Nonetheless,technical developments have graduallyextended their scope, first to multipleoccupancy housing projects and subsequentlyto architect-designed homes. Curtain walling has positive benefits in

terms of installation speed and cost. A facadeframe of metal, PVCu or timber has verticalor horizontal elements which are anchored tothe supporting structure to provide a non-load bearing external wall. ThoughPVCu is still used extensively in suchsituations it has drawbacks in terms ofexpansion and contraction.Aluminium is highly stable and offers a

far longer design life, its inherent strength andlight weight enabling systems to be installedin spans of up to ten panels, each a metre wide. On bi-folding sliding doors,slimmer frames provide a sleek, unobtrusive

appearance, a correspondingly larger glazingarea removing any obstruction of sight linesto the external landscape. The resultingstreamlined appearance is enhanced by theoption of a low threshold with 13mm step forcompliance with AD Part M. The thermal performance of aluminium

systems is also a commonly cited reason fortheir use. Those from Kestrel Aluminiumretain heat effectively thereby limiting its

transfer. Add to this the total recyclability oflow environmental impact of aluminium andit has a high sustainability rating.Modern powder coating techniques now

provide a standard of coating stability whichretains the as-installed appearance for manyyears. Kestrel not only produces any RALshade to meet project-specific requirementsbut dual colours to complement existing orplanned facets of design. CALA Homes’ development of five and six

bedroom houses on the Coton House Estatenear Rugby has a Kestrel Aluminium 100mmbox and plate curtain walling systemincorporating 60mm casement windows. Thedramatic frontages provide high thermalefficiency through use of polyamide thermalbreaks and low U-value double glazing units.The end result is secure, energy efficient and stylish.

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View full range and technical specifications online at www.garador.co.uk

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New fire resistant vapour control layerThe A. Proctor Group has launched a newinnovative high-performance fire-resistant vapourcontrol layer, which is air and vapour tight, thusimproving the energy efficiency and reducing therisk of condensation within residential andcommercial buildings. The unique design of

Procheck A2 consists of laminated glass fibre and foil protected by aclear lacquer. It is this clear surface, which provides Procheck A2 withthe added benefit of a low emissivity surface, which when used witha service cavity, can enhance the overall performance of the buildingfabric, as well as ensuring a high fire protection performance.

01250 872261 www.proctorgroup.com

New AGB ArTech Tilt & Turn system from VBHHardware specialist VBH (GB) has added anew tilt & turn system from Italian hardwaremanufacturer, AGB, to its extensive range ofthird-party branded products. ArTech gear isprotected by the Activeage finish that exceeds2,000 hours neutral salt spray testing to ENISO 9227, making it ideal for coastal regionsand areas with higher levels of pollution. The

ArTech system has been developed for fabrication lines of all sizes,and comes with various hinge options including surface fit, rebated,jigless and the ‘Plana’ concealed hinge system.

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Holdsworth Windows is a family run business specialising in the manufacture of bespoke steel windows, doors andscreens. Established for over 50 years we have designed, fabricated and installed windows, doors and screens for awide range of contemporary, listed and historic buildings.

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OPTIM-R appointed for Royal PavilionThe Kingspan OPTIM-R Flooring System hasbeen fitted as part of a landmark developmentof luxurious apartments facing on to the newcentral square in the sustainable community ofPoundbury. As within all Kingspan OPTIM-R

projects, Kingspan provided a specialist design service for theapplication at the Royal Pavilion. The designers used the architecturalfloor plan to determine the optimum layout for the OPTIM-R VIPs.Kingspan OPTIM-R rigid vacuum insulation panels (VIPs) have adeclared thermal conductivity of 0.007 W/mK, outperforming somecommonly used insulation materials by a factor of five.

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Marmox Thermoblocks specifiedA former hotel in the Polwarth area ofScotland’s capital is the subject of a complexconversion and reconfiguration project,where Marmox Thermoblocks have beenspecified by the project consultants to addressthe critical floor/wall junction within the new

extensions being constructed. At the base of the new perimeter walls,the block-layers have used a total of 117 of the 140mm wideThermoblock units each one 600mm long and 65mm high. Inaddition, the merchant stockist also supplied a carton of 10 MarmoxMSP 360 Sealant for the purpose of completing the stepped joints.

01634 835290 www.marmox.co.uk

KoolDuct shows lasting power of innovationOver 13 years since it was first installed,ductwork fabricated from The KingspanKoolDuct System is maintaining ideallearning conditions at the NationalSTEM Learning Centre at the Universityof York. With its premium performanceinsulation core, the lightweight solution

eliminates the requirement for a secondary lagging stage – helping toaccelerate installations. Ductwork can be fabricated on or offsite insections up to 2.95 m in length and can be fitted with a variety ofcoupling solutions to suit the particular demands of each application.

01544 388 601 www.kingspanductwork.co.uk

Sto acoustic system proves beneficialAn integrated acoustic solution from Stohas been used to create a balanced acousticenvironment for a major Scottish medicaltraining establishment. The StoSilentDistance system has been installed in themain auditorium space at the world-famous Royal College of Physicians of

Edinburgh. The StoSilent Distance system incorporates a metal profilesub-construction, onto which the recycled, expanded glass granulateacoustic boards are fitted. This lightweight, monolithic system can beused to create clean, seamless and uncluttered ceiling solutions.

0141 892 8000 www.sto.co.uk

New Cavitray compatible with most styles The Type MPC – Multi-Profile Cavitray fromCavity Trays Ltd, is a new DPC tray for usewith all styles of metal and concrete lintel overwindow and door openings. The Type MPChas an L-shaped base to ensure it locatesaccurately and positively within the externalmasonry leaf and a vertical-rising sectiongrooved with adjustable hinging points

enabling the installer to angle the cavity-rising section to suit whateverlintel type, dimensions and construction configuration deployed.Adjustability, adaptability but with disciplined positive shaping.

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Senior helps put Capital Quarter on the mapA landmark mixed-use scheme in Cardiff hasbeen given a sleek and striking facade thanksto Senior Architectural Systems’ SF52aluminium curtain wall system. Combiningslim sightlines and excellent thermalperformance, Senior’s SF52 aluminium

curtain walling was the ideal choice for the extensively-glazedbuildings which, designed by Morgan 2 Morgan Architects, benefitfrom bright and modern interiors and a stylish envelope design.Thanks to Senior’s in-house powder coating facility, the SF52 systemis available in an almost unlimited range of colours and finishes.

www.seniorarchitectural.co.uk

Control your garage door with a smartphoneGarador has launched its much anticipated Series 4 GaraMatic garagedoor operators. There are three models to choose from: GaraMatic9, GaraMatic 10 and GaraMatic 20. The new Series 4 operators retainimportant safety and security features, such as automatically reversingwhen the door meets an obstruction, and locking via a mechanicallatch in the boom to prevent forced entry. The operators also includesignificant advances in energy efficiency, lighting and new smartphoneconnectivity. The Series 4 operators have energy-efficient bright LEDlighting, consuming less than 1 watt of electricity when in stand-bymode. The GaraMatic 20 has 30 LEDs and running light for evenbrighter illumination. The GaraMatic 10 and GaraMatic 20 alsoinclude an integrated Bluetooth receiver and HCP-bus connection, afeature which enables the user to control the operator using theGarador app on their smartphone or connect to external smart homesystems such as Amazon Alexa or Google Home Hub.

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Structural Glazing • Flush glass to frame edge detail without visible fixings• High-quality appearance• Particularly resistant to wind loads

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Adedicated laboratory air managementsystem, supplied by TROX, has been installed to optimise safety and

environmental performance in a major new clinical and research facility. The TROX EASYLAB system, incorporatingTROX VAV controllers, specialist filters,grilles and diffusers, will assist Norfolk-basedQuadram Institute to meet the stringentrequirements for its world-class research.

To meet the complex and critical air management demands of the project,BuroHappold Engineering and SESEngineering Services worked in close co-operation with TROX UK to design andinstall the air management systems for thenew site.

During the design phase, wind tunneltesting was carried out to determine safe fumeefflux parameters for the scheme. TROX alsoanalysed the air terminal device requirementsof different zones in the building during thedesign phase, to determine the best possible

designs of grilles and diffusers to maintain theoptimum safe and comfortable workingenvironment for researchers, staff andpatients. To account for the specific researchoperations carried out in separatedepartments across the site, TROX workedwith the design team and other experts todetermine the most appropriate HEPA filtercells and diffusers, and installed specific roompressure control capabilities for theContainment Level 3 labs, and volume offsettracking controls for the Containment Level2 spaces.

The resulting TROX EASYLAB room airmanagement system installed in the new

facility ensures that supply and extraction ofair is optimised automatically in eachlaboratory to maintain safe workingenvironments. In addition, TROX VariableAir Volume (VAV) controllers ensure that theenergy efficiency of the building’s central airconditioning and cooling system is alsooptimized for best-in-class environmentalperformance across the site as a whole.

Ian Thomas, Product Technical Manager –Air Products at TROX UK, commented: “TheQuadram Institute will be carrying outessential research and it was important thatthe building itself could operate safely at alltimes, with advanced control of air supplyand extraction to meet the stringentrequirements. The TROX EASYLAB systemwill enable the Institute to continue its vitalwork, confident in the knowledge that thebest possible systems are in place to ensurebest-in-class performance.”

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AET Flexible Space was contracted tosupply the innovative underfloor airconditioning (UfAC) system to 24 St

James Square. The brief for AET was tomaximise floor-to-ceiling heights within theconstraints of the original building whileproviding flexible air conditioning at eachfloor plate.The office space within 24 St James Square

was no longer fit for purpose and requiredsignificant refurbishment. The remodelling of the office interiors at all levels was drivenby seeking to maximise floor space and takefull advantage of views from the doubleaspect interior.In almost all cases, AET’s UfAC system met

the requirements of this refurbishment, andin any cases where the standard system didnot meet the specification, AET was able todesign bespoke elements to solve theproblems. Crucially, key architecturalelements of the building were preserved,including the original ceilings.

AET’s UfAC CAM-V system makes use ofthe space beneath a raised access floor tocreate the air ventilation path, eliminating theneed for ceiling-based services and associatedduct and pipework, and at the same timemaximising the floor to ceiling heights. Theunderfloor system creates a brighter andmore airy office environment, and also meansthat the services can be maintained at aneasily accessible level. AET’s UfAC systemsprovide far greater flexibility than ceiling-based air conditioning systems. Once anoverhead ceiling air conditioning system is

installed it is not possible to easily repositionthe air terminals. AET ‘s UfAC system is veryflexible, modular in design, and are installedat floor level, making it easy to install,maintain and re-arrange to suit the changingneeds of the workspace. AET’s Fantiles caneasily be relocated, offering huge savingswhen reconfiguring and adapting workspace.The 24 St James project has already won

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Cooker hood with MVHR provides fresh airVent-Axia has supplied ventilation to theimpressive Clippers Quay in Salford.Vent-Axia ventilation systems werespecified to provide good indoor airquality (IAQ) for all 614 apartments. 550Lo-Carbon Sentinel Kinetic CookerHoods and 64 Lo-Carbon Sentinel

Advance mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR) unitswere specified to provide ventilation. The Vent-Axia Cooker Hoodwas the ideal choice as it combines a cooker hood and MVHR in oneunit and it met the specified overheating and strict noise requirements.

0844 856 0590 www.vent-axia.com

Efficient water management with CONTI+Functional safety and ease of maintenance are a pre-requisite for large-scale facilities where systemsmust be kept running smoothly and germ-free. Theintroduction of the CNX water management systemfrom CONTI+ to the UK brings a system scaleableto the most extensive facility with working

installations already controlling germ contamination across Europe. Upto 150 taps, showers or urinals can be wirelessly connected to onecontrol box with settings such as hygienic flush and thermal disinfectioncontrolled in the intuitive software. Discover more or request a CPD.Contact Paul Musgrove, CONTI+ UK Development Manager.

[email protected] conti.plus

Deanestor completes bespoke contractDeanestor completed a £1.5m contract tomanufacture bespoke furniture and fit out over 200rooms for the first new secondary school to be builtin Scotland in more than 25 years. More than8,000 items of equipment were supplied and fittedfor Bertha Park High School, including teaching

aids, sports equipment, raised bleacher seating and lockers as well assoft furnishings. It manufactured around 1,200 items of bespoke fixedand loose furniture across the school, which included 1,200m ofshelving, 300m of worktops, 350 cabinets and over 150 purpose-designed seating booths for the learning plazas and other areas.

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DS660 screen from AQATAThe DS660 screen is the latest shower screenfrom AQATA. This new design has hinged panel attached to the curved glass screen,creating a more expansive area whilst keepingthe showering space secluded from the rest of the bathroom. This makes the new screen a discreetly desirableshowering solution for any mid-size to largebathroom. Adding to its stylish appeal it is

available with coloured finish options of chrome, matte black,polished gold, polished nickel or brushed nickel.

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Arrow Valves Ltd have introduced new product packages – specificallyfor commercial heating systems.

Installations need to be designed so that wecontrol the maximum temperature that thesystem reaches, but we also need to haveadequate management in place should thismaximum be exceeded.

These include the Autofill Pressurisation unit,featuring:• Category 4 backflow protection: complies

with water regulations for filling of “non-house systems”, negating the need for afilling loop

• Pressurisation Unit is Only 300mmSquared: meaning it is extremely compact,saving space

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Now available as a package complete withsuitably sized expansion vessel, a tried andtrue package for heating system management:• Simplifies specifying and buying: one item

to be priced and procured, saving time• Combined warranty: commissioning and

servicing of the unit and charging the vesselcan be completed at the same time –offering support and peace of mind

• Quality assurance from one supplier• Price saving offered for the package

We can provide help with vessel sizing –our website features a handy guide to vesselsizing, based on a radiant system with a flowand return of 82 / 71 and a static headof 10 meters. We can provide you with amore accurate calculation based on moresystem parameters: static head (m), flow andreturn temps (c), boiler output (kw), workingpressure (bar) if you can provide these values.

For more information please call or visitthe website.

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Winter Warmers – Assurance for yourheating systems, all year round

A sound solution from Carl F GroupcoCarl F Groupco has supplied AEROPAC ventilators to Dyer Mackay Developments Ltd for a new housingscheme in Thaxted, Essex. Having successfully trialled the AEROPAC, the powered ventilators have beeninstalled into the development which is called ‘Maypole View’ and comprises nine terraced houses, each withthree bedrooms. The recommendation for the AEROPAC, which offers excellent sound insulation and air flow,was provided by a consultant specialising in noise and acoustics. With enhanced acoustics for virtually silentrunning the AEROPAC is capable of moving large volumes of fresh, draught-free air using minimum energy.Carl F Groupco advises that other key features of the AEROPAC, manufactured by Siegenia, include optionalfilters to protect against pollen / fine dust and an active carbon filter to keep out exhaust fume odours. Thepowered ventilator is popular across a number of sectors and has particular appeal for properties located nearbusy roads, train lines and on flight paths. Security is also enhanced, particularly overnight, as ventilation canbe achieved without the need to leave windows open.

01733 393 330 www.carlfgroupco.co.uk

Gilberts helps delivering pioneering standard of wellness in IrelandVentilation from Gilberts Blackpool has helped the Lennox Building become the first in Ireland to achieveWELL v2. The Dublin office block was pre-let to shared workspace provider Iconic Offices before it was evencompleted in mid 2019. Now, the fit out has been completed; building services specialist Keane Environmentalrecommended ventilation grilles from Gilberts Blackpool to provide quality fresh air with thermal comfortthroughout the three-storey premises. Some 125 no GSFE circular fixed swirl diffusers with 800mm coandaplates have been fitted to exposed ductwork throughout the ground floor reception and restaurant, plus theoffice spaces and meeting rooms above, totalling 27,000ft2. Gilberts’ GSF diffusers feature a copyrightedcircular pattern of radial vanes to optimise omni-directional discharge airflow horizontally. The vaneconfiguration in Gilberts’ diffusers enables delivery of high air change rates compared to conventional diffusers,with rapid entrainment and intermixing. Gilberts’ GSF swirl diffusers are just part of the company’s range ofgrilles, louvres and diffusers for natural and mechanical ventilation.

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New Transition Profiles: TopClipQuantum Flooring Solutions’ main transition profiles for safe junctions between floorcoverings are now knownas TopClip – the evolution of a great design. The new TopClip range has four clip-in transition profiles thatare easily fitted onto Quantum’s renowned base technology. The transition tops have extra teeth, which allowsthem to be clipped onto the bases at three different heights. This upgrade to TopClip transitions means thatQuantum’s profiles can now be used to form a clean and safe junction between practically any variation ofdifferent floorcoverings. All TopClip profiles can be fitted onto all of Quantum’s uPVC and aluminiumtransition bases. The material used for the new transition tops is proven to be slip-resistant and hardwearing.A more streamlined, clean design finish with flatter tops lessens the chance of trips. Plus, improvements inproduction techniques make TopClip profiles more durable than ever. Quantum’s profiles are still quick andeasy to fit, with the high impact clip ensuring peace of mind for the installer. TopClip has an expanded colourrange, with 24 colour profiles now available for the transitions.

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Read all about it! Luceco lights the Daily Mail Group break out kitchens and tech barLuceco in partnership with Powerbase Building Services Limited has recently supplied The Daily Mail Groupwith cutting edge LED lighting for their Break Out Kitchens and Tech Bar located at their LondonHeadquarters. Luceco’s Contour LED luminaire was artistically installed in amongst timber beams to providesympathetic energy saving lighting which enhanced the architectural features of the interior design of thefacilities, the body of the luminaire displayed in Matt Black. Contour from Luceco is a linear luminaireproviding individual or continuous runs of illumination suitable for many commercial environments. The LEDlighting system consists of connectable modules offered in 600 mm, 1200 mm, 1500 mm and 1800 mm lengthsthat can be surface mounted, suspended or recessed. Seamless runs of energy saving cost effective LED lightingcan be created with interconnecting power and module connectors. The Tech Bar required a more modernisticapproach with Contour providing an architectural element to the design of the area with the body of theluminaire displayed in Graphite Grey.

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Happy D.2 Plus from DuravitHappy D.2 Plus, is a uniquecollaboration between Sieger Design andDuravit, the bathroom series takesinspiration from the archetypal openoval format of the original Happy Ddesign classic. The new series includesbath tubs, curvaceous above the counterwash bowls, consoles and matching

cabinets in a variety of colours and striking surfaces. Circular mirrorsadd a chic energy to the washing area, combined with the new colourvariants the Happy D.2 Plus brings a vibrant energy to the bathroom.

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Add colour in the bathroom with KaldeweiKaldewei’s enamelled Cayonoplan shower surfaceadapts to many different structural requirements.For instance, if adequate height is available it canbe installed at floor level or directly on top of thefloor tiles. Thanks to 22 different dimensions, itslaterally-positioned waste outlet and ultra-flattray support for the easiest possible assembly, theCayonoplan is the ideal solution available in agenerous range of sizes, colours and optional anti-

slip finishes. All Kaldewei steel enamel bathroom solutions are 100per cent recyclable and are supplied with a 30-year guarantee.

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CCL Wetrooms launch TilesureCCL Wetrooms have launched Tilesure, a new Butyl Waterproofingand Decoupling Membrane, suitable for waterproofing wetroom floorson timber and solid floors. Tilesure is an evolution of the marketleading RIW Tilesafe bitumen-based membrane. Tilesure is a 1.4mmself-adhesive membrane containing a copolymer layer andpolypropylene top fleece. The new membrane has superior decouplingproperties of up to 12mm, ensuring that any movement in the floorsubstrate is accommodated, preventing the grout and floor tiles fromcracking. Thanks to butyl’s durability and greater temperaturetolerances, Tilesure can be installed simply and easily on-site at alltemperatures. Tilesure is quick and easy to apply and once installed, isready to be tiled upon immediately. Tilesure is compatible with siliconesealants and creates a secure waterproof barrier that is guaranteed toremain waterproof for the life of the wetroom tiles. To view theinstallation of Tilesure Waterproofing & Decoupling Membrane, whynot take a look at the latest short animation from CCL Wetrooms,which brings the process to life. Simply scan the QR code.

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Magrini baby changing units provide a hygienic and safe place

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Wellbeing. We all know what it is –but just how many of us trulyachieve it? When Geberit

recently commissioned some research toestablish the impact of wellbeing in thehome, we found that three quarters ofrespondents had felt so stressed within thelast 12 months they were simply unable tocope – and the problem was only madeworse by the same number telling us thatthey struggled to find the time to relax.When we consider, too, that we now spend90 per cent of our lives indoors, then thisspace will naturally have a dramatic impacton our wellbeing.This is where design comes in. Good

design is increasingly less about theaesthetics and more about the impact thatthe space has on our lives, and adopting amulti-sensory approach and consideringhow we can improve both mental andphysical wellbeing. And, with our researchtelling us that the most popular place ofrefuge for homeowners was the bathroom,there is a real opportunity for designers tocreate bathroom spaces that offer momentsof tranquillity and escape in this otherwisehectic world.

Finding the formula for spaceBathrooms, often harsh and sterile placeswith poor acoustics and cold surfaces, caneasily be transformed into softer and moresensory places of recuperation.Typically, the main areas of focus within

bathroom design include materials, textures,colours and patterns. However, there areother aspects that also warrantconsideration. To do this, designers mustfirst understand the four key senses;auditory (sound), visual (sight), kinaesthetic(touch) and olfactory (small) and the impactthat these have upon wellbeing.

Establishing a sensory spaceLet’s start by looking at the visual senseand the impact that lighting has on us – in

particular preserving the sanctuary of sleep.Preventing overstimulation of this sensecan be achieved through opting forautomatic lights that cast soft light ontofeatures such as smart shower toilets andcisterns featuring orientation lights thatguide users around the bathroom space. Consider, too, auditory – an extremely

powerful sense and one that is constantlyworking to decipher information. Our earswork even when we’re asleep, with thebrain continuing to process the sounds itdetects, albeit in a different way. And whenwe are awake, we need to consider theimpact that irritating sounds could have onour mental wellbeing – a dripping tap ortraffic noise, for example.Managing the acoustics within a

bathroom is key, and there are several ways to ensure noise is contained within aspace, both inside the room and behind the scenes. Often overlooked, scent, which is

processed in the olfactory cortex of thebrain’s limbic system, has a strong effect onour experiences. Naturally, this can have anegative effect in the washroom. Lavatoryodours are generally dealt with by maskingunpleasant smells with harsh chemicalsprays. The latest thinking in odourextraction technology takes a moreinnovative approach, filtering the airwithin the space to neutralise unwantedodours, with the technology integratedseamlessly into the washroom solutionsand, therefore, in a way that’s unobtrusiveto the design. Finally, a deeper understanding of the

importance of touch has allowed bathroomdesigners and manufacturers to adapt andembrace the ways in which we interactwith our spaces and the technology withinthem. From heated toilet seats and remotecontrols to hygienic, presence-detectingflush mechanisms and no-touch taps, manybathroom features are becoming even moreuser-friendly and tactile.

Sophie Weston at Geberit explains the role that architects and designers can playin improving wellbeing, by helping create a sensory ‘sanctuary’ in the bathroom

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Creating a sanctuaryArchitects and designers have the perfect opportunity to deliver washroomsolutions that provide an antidote to our‘always-on’ society and a shot in the armfor our health and wellbeing. With a greatersocietal focus on how we can help combatthe stresses of modern life, good design inthe bathroom or space could be the key tounlocking better lives. And it is critical forarchitects and designers to be aware of this opportunity.

Sophie Weston is channel marketingmanager at Geberit

Good design isincreasingly less about theaesthetics and more aboutthe impact that the spacehas on our lives, andadopting a multi-sensoryapproach for mental andphysical wellbeing

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Stelrad launches augmented reality appThe new AR Radiator App is free and canbe downloaded from the App Store forApple and Google PlayStore for Androidphones by searching for Stelrad 3D. TheStelrad 3D radiator visualiser app showsthe Vita Series, Softline Series and towelrails in an easy to use radiator app. Therange of radiators available from Stelrad isgrowing and its helpful to be able to see

these new options via the App actually against a real wall in a projector placed in a room in a new development for example.

0844 543 6200 www.stelrad.com

Offsite Solutions awarded £2.5m contractOffsite Solutions, one of the UK’s leadingbathroom pod manufacturers, has beenawarded its second contract for ModaLiving – a £2.5m project to manufacture 478steel-framed shower pods for The Lexingtonin Liverpool. Offsite Solutions has developed

the stylish shower pods to Moda Living’s specification which includescontemporary grey porcelain tiling throughout, square wall-mountedwash hand basin, and deluxe-sized, thermostatically-controlledrainfall shower with separate hand-held shower. A cabinet recessedinto the wall adds a sleek finish and clean lines to the shower rooms.

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VBH provides a safe greenteQ exitAward winning hardware specialist VBH has addedAnti-Panic emergency exit and panic hardware toits greenteQ range of products. Manufactured inItaly, which is well known for its expertise in thissector, the range consists of panic bolts and paniclatches in cross-arm and push-pad versions, and is

available from VBH stock in white and silver finishes. Touch bars,mortice and electric devices, and other finishes, are all available on aspecial order basis. Panic latches are available as either single-pointor 3-point versions. greenteQ Anti-Panic devices are reversible, cuttingdown on a fabricator’s stock holding and eliminating handing errors.

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Häfele to showcase design innovationsGlobal manufacturer and distributor, Häfele,is set to have one of its biggest kbb shows yetas it celebrates its 40th anniversary in the UKand unveils some of its latest innovations,trends and services for architects, designersand specifiers. Loox, a plug and play lighting

system from Hafele, will take centre stage at the show in Birminghamand will include a wealth of new extensions to the range. Wirelesswall switches, pre-programmable lighting scenes for different coloursand concentrations, and a black version of the ribbon lighting are justsome of the enhancements that will be showcased in March.

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The Northern General Hospital inSheffield chose Yeoman Shield firerated door protection systems to

refurbish doors in the Radiology Department.The configuration and refurbishment of

the department was undertaken to improvepatient flow, the overall environment and torationalise inpatient and outpatient areas tosatisfy privacy, dignity and capacity issues.

Yeoman Shield’s (Harrison Thompson)directly employed fixing operatives, who havebeen assessed as being competent to installsuch passive fire-resistant products by FIRAS,installed fire rated door protection panels,PVCu clad Glazing Bead Units and DoorEdge Protectors to various doors throughoutthe unit.

The addition of these products will preventimpact damage, extending the lifecycle of thedoors in turn reducing the amount of timeand money spent on repair and replacement,whilst contributing towards an aestheticallypleasing environment.

The doors in the hospital’s radiologydepartment were required to be colour codedto reflect the actual department areafunctions e.g. Fluoroscopy rooms denoted by Yellow.

With a wide colour palette available from Yeoman Shield, the door protection was able to be supplied in correspondingcolours, adding to the design and function ofthe department.

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Enhance the bathroom experienceWhen it comes to the bathroom, there’snothing quite as important as comfort. Withaward-winning Scandinavian design, toiletseats from Pressalit are the perfect addition toany bathroom. Manufactured with advancedengineering in Pressalit’s own factory inDenmark, this is a range that is not just

designed for comfort and hygiene, but crucially built to last. The highquality of each seat creates something special for the bathroom.Features in the range include sleek lines, soft close, stainless steelhinges for stability, lift off hinges, both sandwich and wrap over tops.

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PCS used in Forest Spa ExperiencePCS Wellness Seating Elements, HeatedLoungers, Modular Wellness Pods andFaux Rock Realisation were used in thecreation of the new £6m Centre ParcsForest Spa Experience at Longleat. PCSworked in close partnership withSpecialist Spa Concept manufacturer

Anapos, on the development and construction of the next generationwellness experience. PCS engineers and technicians fabricated therooms, loungers, and seating elements at its UK based factory, meetingthe specific design requirements of the client.

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Sustainability and Sound Design at The Chamberlain HotelWhen interior design company Sibley Grove was appointed to re-design the public areas at The ChamberlainHotel near Tower Hill in London, sustainability was paramount. The company ethos states that design shouldbe a vehicle for positive change – both environmentally and socially. Consequently, to help achieve this,Troldtekt’s wood wool panels make an important contribution to the overall design of the luxuriousinterpretation of an industrial basement bar. The designers were keen to specify as many sustainable andCradle-to-Cradle certified materials as possible such as wall and floor tiles, timber, carpets and Troldtekt’swood wool ceilings (certified to Silver Level). By specifying these products, the environmental impact is minimaland also that, if and when the time comes for a change, the materials can be reused, re-appropriated. recycledor upcycled. Specified throughout the UK and Europe, the benefits of 100 per cent Troldtekt natural woodwool panels include high sound absorption, high durability, natural breathability, low cost life cycleperformance and sustainability. The panels can be left untreated or painted in virtually any RAL colour.

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Valarie Jerome, is the eponymous nameof a new optometrist in Newbury,Berkshire. With a focus on eyecare

advice and guidance, rather than just the sale of multiple frames, the challenge forinterior designer Vicky Tallon, was to reflect this different philosophy in thebusiness’ premises. Vicky and Valarie weresoon joined in their design discussions byClare Sheffield, brand design consultant atStrong & Together.“Valarie had been thinking about

establishing her own business for some timeand had some clear ideas about what she didand didn’t want in her premises;” explainedVicky. “There are obviously certain ‘musthaves’ that have to be incorporated whendesigning an optometrists eg a comfortableand relaxed waiting area for patients, anadministrative area, somewhere for frames, tobe displayed and, of paramount importance,the clinical consultation area. Combiningthese into a relatively small area, that

allowed people to move easily to the different functions, took some careful design.It meant reconfiguring the interior to allow asmoother passage through the various stagesof a visit along with significant changes to the external fascia.”The result is a calm, chic boutique

ambiance, that includes clean, white linesaccentuated with light, copper coloured,industrial style display elements. Thespherical shape of an eye’s pupil is reflectedin many of the design components, not least

the business logo, and the decoration on therear wall of the main area. Vicky Tallon, interior designer, said:

“Working with Valarie and Clare has beenreally rewarding. Valarie knew what shedidn’t want and Clare really understands thata brand is not just a logo. The whole processhas been both stimulating and enjoyable andI think that energy and synergy is reflected inthe in the final look and feel of the business.”

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Concord goes technicolourThe new Concord Beacon Muse Xicato fromSylvania UK is a best in class spotlight forcolour reproduction. The Beacon Muse Xicatoutilises the Xicato Artist LED module andboasts improved optical control, ultra-highcolour rendering. It provides an exciting accent

and display lighting tool that uses cutting-edge LED technology andancient lens principles to create a fully adjustable spotlight. With itsimpressive CRI of 98, the Beacon Muse Xicato spotlight ensures thatall 99 TM-30 colour samples can be showcased in their full vibrancy.It is the ideal spotlight for museum, gallery and retail applications.

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Monitor Audio – IMS-4 music streamerMonitor Audio’s slimline IMS-4custom install music streamer featuresBluOS™ technology and a BluOSController app for complete flexibility,

including streaming from music services, easy access to music librariesand voice control through smart devices. Accessed through its app, orone of the many supported control systems, multiple IMS-4 musicstreamers can be integrated with other BluOS devices to provide upto 64 zones of music, with each zone able to play together in perfectsync or deliver different streams to separate zones. And, BluOS allowsstreaming of lossless music up to 24-bit/192kHz to every room.

01268 740580 www.monitoraudio.com

Klimatec 160 Passivhaus certified loft ladderProduct data for the Klimatec 160 loft ladderfrom Premier Loft Ladders is now available forarchitects to download from NBS Plus. It can befound within section L30 (clause 41 and clause421). The Klimatec 160 is a high-specificationloft ladder that is not only certified for use inPassive buildings, but also offers 30 minutes fireprotection. Furthermore, it features a foldingsteel ladder that has a load rating of 250kg per

tread. As such, the Klimatec is ideally suited to both residential andcommercial projects. Visit www.premierloftladders.co.uk/klimatec

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Gilberts rise to smoke evacuation challengesThe “best yet” is how Gilberts Blackpool is describing its latest range of smoke evacuation dampers for multi-storey buildings. The UK’s market leader in the sector, Gilberts is taking its reputation to new heights with its new Series 60 smoke evacuation damper range. Believed to be the only vent of its kind designedand manufactured in the UK, Series 60 offers what Gilberts claims will the biggest standard range of EN12101-8 compliant fire-tested dampers. The initial launch will soon be available and will provide seven sizes, from440mm x 440mm up to 1000mm x 1125mm, and all CE marked to EN12101-8; further sizes in just 1mmincrements will follow. Series 60 combines a low leakage rate and high free area when open to deliver highsmoke evacuation rates. Activation (by powered motor) is triggered to open the damper on the fire floor forsmoke evacuation, whilst all other dampers failsafe close to protect the rest of the building. The damper hasbeen tested and will provide 120 minutes’ fire integrity. An easy fit, cover grille completes the installation. Arange of bespoke- designed fascia grilles are available are standard; decorative versions are available.

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HeartFelt® combines top acousticsWhen DPG Media, the Belgium parentholding company of the commercial TVchannels VTM and Q2, renewed the studiosfor its radio channel Joe, it chose the award-winning HeartFelt® from Hunter DouglasArchitectural for the ceilings. Not only doesHeartFelt® have unique sound-absorbing

performance, which meets the particularly high acoustic requirementsfor a radio studio, it also radiates playfulness and openness – just likethe station itself. The space between the felt slats also allows airventilation pipes to be installed invisibly above the ceiling.

01604 648229 www.hunterdouglas.co.uk

Made with passion: Forbo’s Allura collectionForbo Flooring Systems has refreshed itsAllura Luxury Vinyl Tile collection, oneof the most popular brands in itsextensive portfolio. With more than 120contemporary designs and a newacoustic offering, the revitalised rangeenables designers to create beautiful floor

spaces and better indoor environments, no matter what the projectrequirements or budgets may be. Developed by Forbo’s in-house teamof passionate creators and produced in Europe by Forbo, the newAllura collection pushes the boundaries of design and manufacture.

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Osmo UK enhances existing TopOil rangeOsmo UK, the eco-friendly wood and finishesspecialist, has enhanced its TopOil product offeringwith the introduction of three new finishes; White,Terra and Graphite. The TopOil product rangenow features seven colours, including clear matt,satin matt, natural matt and acacia matt. The three

new shades allow Osmo UK to provide its customers with a colouroption to match all current interior design trends. An ideal choice toaccentuate the natural beauty of wooden surfaces, TopOil consists ofnatural plant oils and waxes. The finish works by penetrating thesurface of the wood to enhance the existing characteristics and grain.

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Norcros strengthens floor preparation rangeNorcros Adhesives is strengthening itsrange of paint-on floor preparationproducts with the launch of Norcros ProDPM. The product is a solvent-free epoxy-based surface DPM and moisture vapoursuppressant, designed for use on concreteor sand: cement screed floors, to which it

has excellent adhesion. It is particularly suitable for fast-track buildingprojects, since it allows for the early laying of floor coverings. NorcrosPro DPM joins the existing line-up of other paint-on solutionsincluding Key Bond, Pro-Gyp Base and Pro Moisture Suppressant.

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Our renowned 4000 Series riser doors have always been specified by architects for high performance and aesthetics without compromise.

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Unlike the rest of the industry we fire test both sides of our riser doors and still achieve 240 minutes certified fire rated performance.

Given the choice, why would you specify anything less?

Not all riser doors are fire tested equally.We go further with bi-directional testing

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You only have to watch Mad Men torealise sales and marketing moveswith the times and evolves within

the era it operates. During the 60s and 70s,we demonstrated how products worked, inthe 80s and 90s as media channels andcustomers became more sophisticated, wefocused on behaviours. Today, we use ourunderstanding of customer requirements toshape the ‘offer’ of tomorrow – identifyingproblems and developing solutions enabledby technical advancement, which allowgreater opportunities for integration.This is particularly true of the automatic

door and access control sector. Oncethought of as very different beasts,manufacturers are now recognising theirsymbiotic relationship, supported by thelikes of BACnet and KNX operatingsystems which have enabled access andsecurity solutions that easy to control andcan form part of an integrated buildingmanagement system.In isolation, both product types have

earned their place within key requirements.Powered pedestrian doors facilitateaccessibility, control environments, supportfire strategies and enhance building security.Access control systems enable improvedsecurity, controlling and regulating access,and flow of people to a building or sectionswithin it.The correct specification of access

control is imperative. It is important toidentify what type of system is required:what it needs to achieve, who are thepredominant users, and what access levelsneed to be set.There are four principal systems: stand

alone, proximity reader access, networked,and door entry.Stand-alone systems are by far the most

cost-effective means of controlling access topremises. All of the equipment necessary tosuccessfully secure an entrance is localisedto the door and access is granted uponpresentation of a valid code. A pre-determined code is manually entered into akeypad, which sends a signal to the door,

granting access for a short period of time.A proximity reader works in conjunction

with a proximity card and an accesscontrol panel. The reader emits a smallelectromagnetic signal known as an ‘excitefield.’ When an authorised proximity cardis brought within that field, it absorbs asmall amount of energy, effectivelyswitching the card on. It transmits a uniquenumber to the reader and verifies this withthe control system. Networked systems are complex but

provide a platform for significantly greatercustomisation – determining security levelsand monitoring usage. With a networksystem, all locally controlled doors arewired together, creating a communicationpath managed by a computer interface,which runs specific access control software.This offers higher levels of security that canmeet the requirements of each specific areaand can often be managed by a remotecontrol on a PC or mobile device.A typical networked system can be

programmed for mandatory or role-basedaccess. Mandatory systems provide accessto classified personnel and are commonly

Ken Price of the Automatic Door Suppliers Association looks at how access control is fastbecoming part of a bigger ‘automatic solution’ – linking access control with automaticdoors for improved safety, security and smart facilities management

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As security demandsincrease against abackdrop of societalthreats such as counterterrorism, industrialespionage and the need toprotect vulnerable peopleand children, our solutionsand systems need to speakto each other effectively

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used within police or militaryestablishments. Role based is more oftenused in larger organisations where securityis extensive but granted based on individualroles. The advantage here is that screeningcan be reduced for those people requiringaccess to non-secure areas.Door entry systems are utilised on secure

doors through which visitors cannot gainaccess via the access control system. Theyallow visitors to draw attention to theirarrival via a call button, which alerts asecurity desk or reception to their presence.Call panels can be speaker-based but astechnology advances, very sophisticatedcamera images can also be communicated.Access control systems can be simple or

sophisticated – from digital keypads tobiometric devices activated by a pre-programmed fingerprint or retina scan.It’s perhaps easy to understand then, why

automatic doors and access controlproducts make perfect partners. As securitydemands increase against a backdrop ofsocietal threats such as counter terrorism,industrial espionage and the need to protectvulnerable people and children, oursolutions and systems need to speak to eachother effectively.

There are also practical day-to-day benefits.When combined, they can control dooropening speeds, ‘hold open’ times andclosing speeds and forces to ensure thatonce opened, door return to its secure state consistently.A common question arises when access-

controlled doors also need to be used as anescape route. In such cases, they must allowexit. A powered door operator can be easilyprogrammed to operate as a security doorin normal operation, but drive to a safecondition in the event of a fire oremergency alarm.

Ken Price is managing director of theAutomatic Door Suppliers Association

A powered door operatorcan be easily programmedto operate as a securitydoor in normal operationbut drive to a safecondition in the event of afire or emergency alarm

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Mixing aesthetics, acoustics andassurance, Alufire’s fire resistantglazing provides our clients with

maximum safety and compliance – whiledelivering a stylish solution. Installed andsupplied by our UK partner, Checkmate Fire,we work together to deliver the best-in-class,fully accredited installs, ensuring the ongoingcompliance of your buildings.

As a company focusing on fire-resistant,frameless aluminium systems, we have

decades of experience in designing,manufacturing and distributing the highestquality of fire-resistant aluminium joinery.

Managing the project from conception tocompletion, our delivery teams collaborateclosely with architects to determine productspecification, efficient manufacturing, and atimely final product installation andcertification.

Alufire’s fire resistant glazing products areused extensively throughout the UK andEurope, protecting a wide range ofenvironments, including public spaces,industry, offices, theatres, education centresand hotels. As the hotel sector invests furtherin passive fire solutions, we are proud toshowcase our recent project at Puro Hotel.

PURO HOTEL, POLAND – CASE STUDY

Client: GenferProducts utilised – Vision Line, Classic LinedoorsFire resistance - EI30, EI60Total weight of the construction/glass -10700kgArea: 235M2 (2530 FT2)

PROJECT ANALYSIS At the beginning of 2019, in the center of thePolish city Łodz, opposite to one of the city’sbiggest buildings – the neo-baroque IzraelPoznański’s palace, a new four-star hotel was inaugurated under the Puro brand. Thehotel has 136 rooms, a restaurant, a bar on

the roof-garden with a view to the city,conference rooms and even a cinema called“Cinema Paradiso”. The interior wasdesigned by the London based firmSuperfutures. The impressive interior designfollows the artistic and cinematic tradition ofthe city and the strategy and tradition ofPuro’s parent company Genfer.As a project that strategically wanted to focuson design, aesthetics and functionality, Alufireproducts were a perfect fit.

THE SOLUTION The frameless fire-resistant system, AlufireVision Line (AVL) was chosen to complete thesophisticated and modern interior of Purohotel in Łodz. The AVL system was usedamong others to complete the obstacle-freeviews from the corridors, staircase and somerooms to the internal atrium. Mounted on theedge of the ceiling without handrails due tothe incredible 1000N/m of force sustained,AVL gives the possibility of creating wide,undisturbed view lines optically enlarging thespace and allowing natural and artificial lightto reach more spaces. This solution’s primaryfunction though is restricting and resistingfire, up to 60 minutes. And AVL ensures in this project too, the safety of people in a fire emergency.

If this sounds like something you need, getin touch with our UK partner, CheckmateFire, on [email protected].

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Set to stand at 62-storeys high, 22Bishopsgate in the City of London will,on completion, become the second-

tallest building in Western Europe.The 278m office building will offer 1.275

million sq. ft of high specification officespace, as well as eight community spaces,covering over 100,000 sq ft, including aninnovation hub, curated gallery space, freshfood market, gym and wellbeing retreat.Once completed, Advanced will protect bothof Western Europe’s tallest buildings, with 22Bishopsgate being the latest in a long line ofLondon’s most prestigious and iconicskyscrapers specifying Advanced, includingthe Shard, the Leadenhall Building, the HeronTower and the HSBC Tower.At the centre of the active fire protection

for 22 Bishopsgate are over 80 networkedMxPro 5 panels with graphic display andBMS integration, alongside three special buildpanels for the building’s Fire CommandCentre, that will form part of the intelligent

fire detection network. Advanced’s panels areused alongside Apollo’s Soteria detectors andits networking is widely regarded as the mostresilient and scalable solution on the market.It can be expanded up to 200 node networkscovering huge areas with complicated cause-and-effect.In order to meet building requirements, the

MxPro 5 panels also run Advanced’sAlarmCalm false alarm managementsoftware with investigation delays anddetailed options for alarm verification.AlarmCalm uses Advanced’s fast hardware,updated config software and optional loop

verification devices to deliver a system thatallows the false alarm strategy for 22Bishopsgate to be quickly and easilyprogrammed and managed, increasing safetyand reducing false alarms.The three custom-made panels; a wet riser

panel, sprinkler panel and fire and voicealarm panel, were all designed andmanufactured by Advanced’s AdSpecialsdepartment who worked closely with theclient to fulfil a brief for a bespoke solution,both to budget and to deadline.As a UK-first, 22 Bishopsgate will utilise

a specially developed lift-evacuation strategyin case of fire. Responsible for every aspect of installation of the fire system from design to completion, PHF Fire, a division of PHF Electrical, used Advanced for itsmarket-leading networking capabilities, best suited to managing a network of this sizeand complexity.

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Sealing protection achieves MOD standardResiblock has seen not one, but two of itsCommercial Sealers specified for use at thenew £300 million Defence College ofLogistics, Policing and Administration inWorthy Downs, Hampshire. Resiblock ‘22’has been installed to seal over 2,300m² on

Connaught Road (the road leading up to Worthy Downs Barracks),ensuring that the block paving will remain stabilised under the weightof all footfall and vehicular traffic. Additionally, Resiblock Resieccowas utilised to seal around 1,200m² of pathways, small roads andpresentation areas around the College Building.

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Although a requirement for most newdevelopments, other – often forgotten– planning measures encouraging

sustainable drainage (or SuDS) also apply tonew or replacement paving around existingproperties. They are explained in brand neweditions of Interpave’s ‘Permitted Paving’ andother guidelines, which are now available todownload via www.paving.org.ukOriginating from the government-backed

Pitt Review, various requirements for SuDSaffecting retrofitted new and replacementpaving were put in place through changes toplanning rules in England, Scotland andWales some time ago. But the growingawareness of the importance of SuDS andpermeable paving in the fight against floodingmeans increasingly robust enforcement bylocal authorities today.Before these changes, paving anywhere in

a garden related to a ‘dwellinghouse’ orwithin various non-residential properties,using any materials, was considered to be

‘permitted development’ – effectively, anautomatic planning permission withoutneeding a planning application. But theserights no longer apply to new or replacementdrives or other paving between a house andthe street, or within industrial, warehouse,office and shop premises – unless it ispermeable paving or drains water onto apermeable area within the property. Otherwise planning permission will be

needed but – with the latest national and localplanning policies encouraging or requiring

SuDS – unlikely to be granted. For example,the Greater London Authority includes astrong presumption against impermeablepaving in its proposed planning policies.For more information, download the

brand-new edition of Interpave’s ‘PermittedPaving’ and other guidelines from thePermeable Paving & SuDS section ofwww.paving.org.uk

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It’s over three years since theGovernment chose to abandondedicated requirements for SuDS on

new developments in England using theFlood and Water Management Act.Instead, the latest National PlanningPolicy Framework calls for SuDS ondevelopments of 10 or more dwellings orsimilar scale non-housing schemes, and forit to provide multifunctional benefitswhere possible. These measures are now being applied

and enforced with increasing effectivenessby local planning authorities, throughlocal policies and guidelines. Even the2019 National Design Guide fordevelopments considers that: “Well-designed places have sustainable drainagesystems to manage surface water, floodrisk and significant changes in rainfall.”

Dedicated SuDS requirementsHowever, last year the Welsh Governmentdid implement Schedule 3 of the Act. Newmeasures include the establishment of aSuDS Approving Body (SAB) within eachlocal/unitary authority. SAB approval isrequired for drainage systems on new andredeveloped sites, and the SAB will berequired to adopt and maintain approvedSuDS that serve more than one property.In Scotland, 2011 regulations simplyrequire surface water drainage systemsfrom new developments to dischargewater to the environment through SuDS.In addition, other – often forgotten –

changes to ‘permitted development’ rightsfor new or replacement paving aroundexisting properties are now being moreeffectively enforced. They apply to homesand also industrial, warehouse, office andshop premises, unless permeable paving or apermeable area within the property is used.Otherwise planning permission will beneeded, and this should be refused – withlocal policies requiring SuDS now appearing.For example, the Draft London Plan states“Development proposals for impermeable

paving should be refused where appropriate,including on small surfaces such as frontgardens and driveways.”

Natural drainageAs the new Welsh National Standardsexplain: “The SuDS approach mimicsnatural drainage, managing surface runoffat or close to the surface and as close to its source as practicable.” By its verynature, concrete block permeable paving is uniquely placed as an essential,attractive, surface-based, multifunctionalSuDS technique.

Permeable external surfaces provide the starting point for sustainable surfacewater drainage (also known as SuDS), but concrete block permeable pavingoffers far more than flood prevention, explains Chris Hodson of Interpave

Sustainable surfaces

By its very nature, concrete block permeablepaving (CBPP) is uniquelyplaced as an essential,attractive, surface-based,multifunctional SuDStechnique

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BRIDGET JOYCE SQUARE‘Winner of Winners’ at the 2017 Landscape Institute Awards, this community-driven SuDSlandscape in White City, west London was designed by Robert Bray Associates. It makes useof concrete block paving, removing rainwaterstraight from the surface without gulleys, providingattenuation and treatment, then discharging intoplanted basins.(Image courtesy Robert Bray Associates)

Of course, all developments need paving,whether for pedestrians, vehicles or otheruses. CBPP simply combines well-drained,safe and attractive surfaces for a widerange of applications with attenuation,storage, treatment and conveyance ofrainwater – by its very nature requiring noadditional land-take. Fundamentally, CBPPcaptures the rainwater that falls upon it(which is immediately removed from thesurface) and can also handle runoff fromroofs and other impermeable surfaces. CBPP attenuates and treats this water

before infiltrating gradually into the groundor, where ground conditions precludecomplete infiltration, discharges a delayed,gradual flow of clean water, either at thehead of a SuDS management train or to aconventional drain system or watercourse,so improving water quality and reducingdownstream flooding. CBPP is therefore anessential part of any development,irrespective of the drainage regime.

Defining urban characterOf course, paved surfaces help to define thecharacter of any development. The growingchoice of CBPP products available fromInterpave manufacturers – with numerous

shapes, styles, finishes and colours – allowsreal design freedom. At the same time,CBPP can provide a completely level, well-drained, firm and slip-resistance surfaceaccessible to all, without the need for cross-falls, channels, gulleys or otherinterruptions. Rainwater ‘ponding’ iseliminated, reducing the risk of ice formingon the surface and preventing splashingfrom standing water.As a result of its unique capabilities,

CBPP offers designers the exciting potentialof a gradual supply of treated water forsafe, open SuDS features downstream. Thiscan be integrated with landscape designand promotes biodiversity. The challengefor architects is to fully integrate SuDS andCBPP into their schemes from the verystart. As the RIBA’s 2014 report ‘Building aBetter Britain’ pointed out: “For too long,we have been designing water out of ourtowns and cities when we should have beendesigning it in,” and stresses the need to:“start putting water at the heart ofdiscussions about what makes places greatto live in.”

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Specifying commercial claddingJames Burton, Sales Manager at specialistcoating manufacturer Bradite, advises what toconsider when refurbishing commercial andindustrial cladding. Cladding is mostly coatedin the production process which gives it a lifeof approximately 20 years before it starts to

discolour. Both flexible and adaptable, it can be over-painted at anypoint during its lifetime, the process normally being relatively quickwith minimal disruption. Up until the corrosion and failure of thesteel substrate itself, Bradite’s Cladit can be successfully used toupgrade the cladding and extend its life by up to 10 years.

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Bin blazes are hot topicArchitects designing in waste andrecycling facilities for social housingschemes must ensure wheeled binstations are 6m or more from propertyto comply with CFPA guidance.Whether the brief is a redevelopment ornew build, Fire Risk Assessors working

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There when you need themCovent Garden as we all know is a busy and successfulshopping and entertainment area. The technicalservices team required an outdoor power supply thatwould not impact on the Grade 1 listed site and itsimportant aesthetics. Pop Up Power Supplies delivered6 retractable units for this particular site. The 450kgunits are successfully buried beneath the beautifullycobbled piazza. When required they are raised by asimple removable turning handle. They do not have a

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GreenBlue Urban are excited to announcethe launch of a new modular bioretentionraingarden system, the HydroPlanter™. Thelatest product can be retrofitted intohighways schemes and on new developmentsof any size. The “Plug and Play” sustainable

urban drainage solution can attenuate and cleanse stormwater andprovide amenity and biodiversity to new and existing spacesparticularly suitable for highway build outs, central reservations andverges. A single modular unit would also be suitable for new housingdevelopments tackling SuDS solutions when space is at a premium.

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At 600 acres, Central Park,Avonmouth, Bristol is a warehouseand distribution development,

strategically located between the M49motorway on its Eastern boundary and theA403 to the West. A 40 acre site has beenbuilt by Berberry, a privately owned propertydevelopment and investment company. Theydemanded the contractors achieve the highestenvironmental standards for the surfacewater drainage systems installed. With areas designated for HGV access

and hard standing, car parks and areasaccessed by smaller commercial vehicles, theroad and yard surfaces employed includedconcrete, asphalt and block paving. Thismeant various types of surface channellingwere required by the contractor, ChurngoldConstruction, to ensure the drainage needs of the site as a whole. Hauraton systems;RECYFIX® HICAP®, FASERFIX® SUPER,RECYFIX®MONOTEC and ENVIROKERBwere chosen to meet the drainage

requirements. FASERFIX® SERVICE channelwas also specified to house cables and coolantpipe-work. Three sizes of RECYFIX® HICAP®

F–1000, 2000 and 3000, were selected, allwith a loading category of Class F900(900kN). This system was used to drain theHGV access and hard standing concretedareas. All the channels supplied are made ofRECYCLED polypropylene (PP) with fixedductile iron, 14mm open slot inlets finishedwith KTL, a rust resistant coating.The asphalted areas accessed by HGVs and

smaller commercial vehicles were drained by22 metres of FASERFIX® SUPER 100 FibreReinforced Concrete (FRC) channels fittedwith Class F900 ductile iron gratings. Thesechannels feature metal protection along theirtop edges, not only does this detail provideexceptional wear resistance and increasedload bearing capability, the components areso strong, even prior to installation they areable to endure the rigours of building sites.

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MONOTEC 100x230mm (Loading categoryClass D400) were used to drain the car parkblock/asphalt surfaces. As well as the surfacedrainage products supplied, 13 metres ofFASERFIX® SERVICE 300 channels withClass E600 ductile iron covers were installedproviding protection for cables and coolantpipe-work to two condenser units.

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