adf architectsdatafileDecember 2012 London Crossrail tunnel excavation provides soil for Wallasea Island nature reserve, Essex Saracens rugby stadium, Barnet, North London Student Castle, Manchester Plus the latest news and products roofing • lighting • doors & windows www.adfonline.eu incorporating BUILDING PROJECTS reader enquiry 401 adf 23 30 35 Student accommodation reaches new heights Manchester’s distinctive new Student Castle features four towers and is one of the world’s tallest student accommodation buildings, as James Pringle reports 30 35 Industry News Events CPD Focus Editor’s Focus Interiors UK Show Preview HEADLINES Birds benefit from rail project Earth excavated from tunnels for London Crossrail will be use on Wallasea Island to create Europe's largest man-made nature reserve, as Stephen Cousins reports Home at last The rugby union side Saracens finally have a stadium worthy of their illustrious history, as Steve Menary reports 5 Autumn Statement A missed opportunity 7 Construction New Orders indicate continuing industry contraction 10 Royal Opera House narrows competition to two 18 Mapping the future 34 40 40 41 54 55 58 64 65 65 Planning & Design Groundworks Structural Elements External Fixtures Insulation Heating, Ventilation & Services Interiors Disabled Products & Services Safety & Security Landscaping & External Works 67 Classified & Directory EXTERNAL FIXTURES: DOORS & WINDOWS 43 Unlocking the best of bi-folds With a relaxation in planning permission for extensions estimated to increase bi-folding door sales by up to 20 per cent, David Ginger, technical director of Origin Frames Ltd, looks at the commonly asked questions for this ever more popular home improvement solution EXTERNAL FIXTURES: ROOFING 49 Isolating cold bridges in metal roofing Andrew Denham, business development manager at ALM Hard Metals in conjunction with VM Zinc discusses the advantages of using fixing systems to avoid the risk of cold bridging in metal roofs. INTERIORS: LIGHTING 61 products features 4 8 15 20 65 adf architectsdatafile November 2012 Integrating lighting into building structures The rise in LED technology is allowing lighting designers and architects to discreetly integrate lighting into the building fabric. Mike Attard, managing director of RIDI Lighting, gives an overview London Crossrail tunnel excavation provides soil for Wallasea Island nature reserve, Essex Saracens rugby stadium, Barnet, North London Student Castle, Manchester Plus the latest news and products roofing • lighting • doors & windows www.adfonline.eu BUILDING PROJECTS Cover image is a CGI of new National Stadium, Japan © Zaha Hadid Architects See page 4 projects 23 news contents december 2012 adfonline. cladding membranes and the museum. It Antonio Monserrat defines an elevated plaza for public use – a new Fernando Poucell urban gathering space that can be used by the Irene Guerra public for functions outside of sports events. LDADesign with Hargreaves Associates. Phone 01435 863500 for details. structural skeleton. an urban connector which enhances and modulates people moving through the site from different directions and points of access. AECOM. The manufacturer of the paper used within our publication is a Chain-of-Custody certified supplier operating within environmental systems certified to both ISO 14001 and EMAS in order to ensure sustainable production. translucent Zaha Hadid Architects membranes. The Olympic Delivery Authority has been named winner of the 2012 Landscape Institute Peter Youngman Award. The Project director interior of the stadium is also given a clear idenJim Heverin Cristiano Ceccato tity through the strong roof structure that contrasts with the lightness of the translucent Project architect Paulo Flores membrane tensile structures. search our information archive at www. International Sustainability Alliance.eu www. ExCeL London) will bring together a wealth of of top sustainability experts to debate and share their unique perspectives on the global sustainability agenda with the launch of its Sustainability Overseas conference programme. Forming part of Ecobuild 2013’s wider conference programme in association with UKGBC.. It is an intricate assembly of efficient long-spanning structural ribs that are Architect spanned by a system of lightweight. the oneday conference stream will take place on Wednsday 6 March 2013 covering the challenges and opportunities of sustainability around the world with experts from UK Green Building Council. The building volume sits gently within the urban landscape and is articulated as an assembly of stadium bowl. the design team behind the Olympic Park. Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of material published in Architects Datafile. Ecobuild update: New Sustainability Overseas conference UBM Built Environment.ly/sustainabilityoverseas New National Stadium. All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means. For the full programme line-up and speaker information. manufacturers or advertisers. Printed in England COMPETITION WIN AWARD Double win for Olympic Park The London 2012 Olympic Park has won two awards at the UK’s most prestigious landscape awards ceremony held last month at the Congress Centre in central London. where the stadium elevation graZaha Hadid Patrik Schumacher ciously touches the ground. including post and packing. The elevated ground connections govern the flow of people through the site. Japan The new Tokyo National Stadium is more than a large sports facility designed to the highest design specifications and functional requirements.eu Sales Executives Kim Friend Steve Smith Andrew Wilson Circulation/Reader Enquiry Service Jane Spice netMAGmedia Ltd Cointronic House Station Road Heathfield East Sussex TN21 8DF Advertising & Administration t 01435 863500 f 01435 863897 info@netmagmedia. Individual copies of the publication are available at £5 each inc p & p. yet Junyi Wang its carefully controlled views into the stadium Karoly Markos intimately tie it to the overall sports complex. mechanical.. Editorial contributors to this journal may have made a payment towards the reproduction costs of material used to illustrate their products. It is a piece of the city’s fabric. together forming an intricate structural composition that is both light and cohesive. a continuous exhibition space that creates a new type of journey for visitors flowing along the project’s north-south axis.eu Publisher/Editor Simon Reed Assistant Editor Gabrielle Vinyard gabrielle@netmagmedia. RICS. including photocopying.eu . The perimeter of the bowl structure becomes a new inhabited bridge. the publisher can accept no responsibility for the claims or opinions made by contributors. respond online. Arup and Atkins. BRE. Premier Inn and many more. organisers of Ecobuild 2013 (5 . please visit http://bit.adfonline. This unique structure is a lightDesign weight solution.eu Press Releases
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The museum is displaced from the main bowl Design core team Rafael Contreras geometry as a discernibly separate element. defining a clear approach towards the stadium entrances. The stadium roof defines an iconic silhouette that integrates gently within the cityscape around it.adfonline. Both awards recognise the special nature of the Olympic Park project and also the extraordinary achievement it represents. . the MAC reflects its location in Belfast and the surrounding heritage of mills and warehouses. The government must ensure that the promised investment in housing and schools is spent on welldesigned buildings where people want to live and where children are inspired to learn. The result is a building with external brick elevations that are highly successful in reflecting a contemporary interpretation of traditional construction methods.. You can see pictures and find full details of the project teams at www. each showing excellence in different aspects of design and construction. a building in Belfast has won the Supreme Winner Award and the Best Public Building Category at the 2012 Brick Awards. Ref: 67115 Sir Terry Farrell to assist London Assembly with new investigation into future of capital’s town centres.5 billion investment in infrastructure – but is concerned that the government is not doing enough to address the current housing crisis. there were 15 category awards. and is available to view on You Tube by visiting www.. we need to be building 300. involving the contractor in key decisions with regards to buildability. which is dominated along one side by a four storey wall of brick piers.co. Ref: 13001 Youth Centre to bring excitement and possibilities to Luton. The buildings of its hey-day were all constructed in brick.” Brick is the dominant finish both externally and within the main foyer. “Design quality is vital for creating long lasting sustainable homes and communities and offering real long-term value to the taxpayer. Professor John Hopkins. We sought to create a building that reflects this heritage not only in its resilience and constructional legibility. but also in its warmth and texture and essential humanity. The Landscape Legacy of the Olympics series consists of 10 parts. We do not believe the Autumn Statement goes far enough to tackle this housing crisis.org. and in an effort to celebrate its landscape legacy the Landscape Institute has released a series of films telling the story of the design and build of the London 2012 Olympic Park. a new arts building in Belfast. Built by brickwork contractor Grove Builders Ltd.adfonline.uk/brick-awards... search our information archive at www. RIBA president Angela Brady said: “A healthy construction industry is vital if the UK is to recover from the economic decline of the past few years. Sarah Price of Sarah Price Landscapes and Tom Armour of Arup are among the key players who agreed to talk about their respective roles in creating the Olympic Park and associated sites. In addition to the Supreme Award. The brick selection was undertaken with great care with the architects choosing Wienerberger’s Mellowed Red Sovereign Stock brick because it reflected the regularity of bricks typically used in Belfast in the 19th an 20th centuries.. 601 Landscape Institute releases film series on the design and build of the Olympic Park – and plans to inspire a generation Following the massive success of the Olympic Park. The detailing of these was undertaken carefully. Tom Smith of AECOM. such wonderful framing with brick centralised as the most dominant feature’ and deserved the accoloade of the BDA Supreme Award 2012. The judges felt that the MAC was ‘a fantastic building... enq. The Awards were held at the Marriott Grosvenor Square Hotel in London on 13 November. Completed in February 2012. The MAC.blogspot. The series is headlined by a five minute film entitled The Olympic Park: a landscape legacy. Belfast’s Lyric Theatre. string courses and lintels of the traditional brick buildings in Belfast.000 new homes a year to meet current demands and solve the housing shortage. The commitment to fund 120. followed in the footsteps of the 2011 Awards winner. of LDA Design.uk and enter the reference number to view more information Stride Treglown Completes £20 million refurbishment of council offices.news 5 AWARD COMMENT Autumn Statement – A missed opportunity RIBA has responded to the Chancellor of the Exchequer. Rt Hon George Osborne MP’s Autumn Statement to the House of Commons on the 5 December. The RIBA has welcomed the Chancellor’s commitment to build 120. which brings together the key players behind the creation of the Park and captures the role landscape had to play in the transformation of the once derelict site.youtube.com/user/landscapeinstituteuk news bytes Visit adf-news. the building has received many appreciative comments from the public. The brick walls use elements of precast concrete in a direct reference to the stone cills.eu .000 is welcome but significantly short of the mark.000 new homes – as part of a larger £5. using simple. project sponsor of the Public Realm and Parklands. Ref: 68727 respond online. Architect Ian McKnight commented: “Belfast is a brick city.brick.” Belfast project wins top medal again in Brick Awards For the second year running. Neil Mattinson FLI. designed by architects Hackett Hall McKnight. legible construction. LEAD THE BRICK REVOLUTION .QQRYDWHWR.QVSLUH 9DQGHUVDQGHQ*URXSLV GULYHQE\LQQRYDWLRQ 2XUEULFNSURGXFWVHPSRZHU DUFKLWHFWVZLWKWKHLQVSLUDWLRQ WRFUHDWHEHDXWLIXOEXLOGLQJV &DOO+RVNLQV%ULFN RQ VDOHV#KRVNLQVEULFNFRP ZZZYDQGHUVDQGHQFRP 3OHDVHTXRWHFRGH$')ZKHQFDOOLQJ reader enquiry 102 %HVW:RUOGZLGH . Seasonally Adjusted Britain • The estimated total volume of all C$. seasonally adjusted) Great Prices. Q3 2012 Headline figures in Constant (2005) Orders for New Construction (constant (2005) prices.news New orders in the construction industry. ''. new construction orders in the 1%'. 1 . - 1%'. 1 . 1 . ('' third quarter of 2012 increased by . . . . ' $$ = . . # 9. For more details. that accounted for 36 per cent of total construction output in 2011.)0 9 9 :// 7: 7 :#.4 . 9.7 per cent lower than the second quarter and 35.)0 /: 7 99 9:: # # estimated to be 43.9 per cent (with current price orders . #/9 estimated volume of infrastructure .. search our information archive at www. seasonally adjusted) • The estimated volume of private commercial orders in the third quarter of 2012 was 6.9 7:7# second quarter of 2012.)0 /99 : . Ref: 58149 these two sectors are not unexpected and the overall figure of orders for all new work is negative.4 per cent compared with the : //: :: 79 /// .7 #9 .7 per cent lower than the third 7 . Birmingham. #/: / 7# /#: 9/ 7# • Compared with the second quarter /:# 9 /#: 97: / 9: //. senior economist at the Construction Products Association said: “Our intelligence of the trading conditions the industry is experiencing has indicated a difficult market and these figures from ONS certainly endorse this position. Ref: 17493 Construction New Orders indicate continuing industry contraction Although Q3 has seen some improvement against the second quarter in 2012.1 per 7.:9 /: // : pared with the same period one Table source: Office for National Statistics Table notes: year earlier.. £4 million academic faculty for Chinese studies from Lewis and Hickey Architects.5 million research building at the University of Dundee. quarter of 2012 was estimated to be :. #77 9/ /#/ # 9#: : quarter of 2011. Ref: 34009 respond online. :/ . #7 :# in the third quarter of 2012 com :/ 79 977 .uk 7 news bytes Visit adf-news.gov... cent). ' 5. #9 .. 77 : 7# 9.:# #: . New orders for commercial work.blogspot. indicating continuing challenging conditions for construction in 2013. the overall level of construction new orders remains very poor. The total volume of all new : /9 9 977 / :7 construction orders in the third 9#7 .. as both infrastructure and private industrial construction new orders are showing double digit increases of 46 and 24 per cent respectively for the first nine months of this year. 7:9 79 orders in the third quarter of 31. compared to the same period last year. /. .8 per cent higher .)0 7:9 #7 ## 97: 7# # 9. R = Revised since 2012 Q2 publication released on 7 September 2012 most of the upwards movement in the level of new orders in the third Total Construction New Orders (constant (2005) prices. were 18 per cent lower in the first nine months of 2012 compared with the same period in 2011.uk and enter the reference number to view more information COMMENT RIBA Competition announced to improve the visibility of Millennium Point. while private housing saw orders decline by 7 per cent from a year earlier..# 79 /7 :. of 2012 there was an increase in the 7 :7. quarter of 2012. “Commercial and private housing.. saw orders decline both quarter-on-quarter and year-on-year in the third quarter. However. :/9 : #7 9: 7.” A new low carbon.# #7 7# 77: /:# the level of orders in the third .#7 ./: :# 7/. This sector provides 1. 79 7#.. It would be very encouraging if this percentage growth was repeated across all sectors.: /.adfonline.1 per cent lower than the same quarter one year earlier.ons.Office for National Statistics Mott MacDonald acting as design engineer for new £12.eu . Commenting on the ONS figures. / #9 6. go to www..co.)0 7:9 . but the figures for Source: Construction: Contracts & New Orders . Infrastructure orders were . there are some brighter areas. the largest construction sector. ./: .9 quarter is still the third lowest on record. Milja Keijonen..)0 /# # 9: 799 : :9: for railways increasing by 79. However. lightweight prefabricated fabric formwork for on-site cast concrete. Renzo Piano Building Workshop. which is the equivalent to the weight if five average adults. Ref: 96940 Prototyping Architecture brings together the work of architects. January 10 – March 15 2013 news bytes Visit adf-news. in conjunction with the Building Centre. Combined. The full-scale prototype for Kieran Timberlake Associates’ Loblolly House is a central feature of the exhibition.. purposeful and beautiful. funded by The Social Science & Humanities Research Council of Canada. It transfers to the Building Centre. and Universitet Syddansk. Resource efficient modes of fabrication and manufacturing that use less material and thus provide components and systems with lower embodied energy are also celebrated. Curated by Professor Michael Stacey of the University of Nottingham. launched in September 2012. © Philip Beesley The thousands of parts which make Architects Inc up a building are collapsed into a few dozen off-site fabricated assemblies that are simply attached to this industrial aluminium frame on-site.2013 Prototyping Architecture was seen in the Wolfson Prototyping Hall of the new Energy Technologies Building. engineering and art – with exhibits that are truly beautiful. Jubilee Campus. and between nature and technology. Yves Ebnoether. engineers. models and full-scale sample productions on show from around the world. Prototyping Architecture celebrates performative architecture that is inventive. Ref: 14015 Tarkett bring out guide to aid dementia facility designers. Optical fibre concrete.uk and enter the reference number to view more information New report warns developing cities to act now against a perfect storm of environmental risks. London..blogspot. the exhibition shows how trial assemblies can inform architecture – with maquette’s. Ref: 57154 Planning application is to be submitted for ambitious Sutton scheme. with examples on show of architecture that provides comfort while consuming less energy.8 news events WWW. up until 7 December. sweeping away respond online. The exhibition includes: a digital prototype for the Passion Façade of Antoni Gaudi’s Sagrada Família Basilica and a laser-sintered additive manufactured violin.. The exhibition also includes.. Ref: 68201 Largest Southampton primaryschool for 25 years opens from Capita Symonds. It is a high-profile example of potential technology transfer from other industries. and many more examples of innovation and invention that have been developed for use in building design. it is the world’s first SUV with a light weight all-aluminium body. Designed in Toronto and primarily digital fabricated in Nottingham. This spectacular combination of sculpture. Nottingham. The reduction of demand side energy consumption is a key theme in the exhibition. has been lent to the exhibition. more efficient method of building – using building information modelling (BIM) and integrated component assemblies. University of Nottingham said: “Prototyping Architecture celebrates vital methods of design development with new technologies that potentially herald the beginning of a second industrial revolution. The result is a truly modular house that can be re-assembled allowing for whole-sale reclamation.UK Major UK exhibition: Prototyping Architecture 2012 . It has never been exhibited outside the USA before.” Philip Beesley. it was then assembled by the University of Nottingham Architecture students under the guidance of Philip Beesley and Jonathan Tyrrell of Waterloo Architecture and PBA Inc. significantly reducing the carbon footprint of owning a SUV. director of architecture. an early prototype for Antony Gormley's Quantum Cloud. Placing a particular emphasis on research and experimentation.. architecture and science is part of the Living Architecture research programme. search our information archive at www. Zaha Hadid Architects and many more.adfonline. Professor Michael Stacey. the show includes prototypes by Barkow Leibinger. additive manufacturing has the potential to herald a second industrial revolution. The exhibition forms a bridge between architecture. this is a new resourceful architecture for the 21st century. This third generation of JLR light weight vehicle architecture combined with improved aerodynamics results in an increase in fuel efficiency of over 20 per cent. or have the potential to be translated to the construction industry. It achieves a weight saving of 420kg when compared with the previous model... The prototype structure of Jaguar Land Rover’s new Range Rover with an all-aluminium body. University of Nottingham. Philip Beesley Architect Inc. It demonstrates a new. One striking display is Philip Beesley’s Protocell Mesh project which integrates first-generation prototypes that include aluminium meshwork canopy scaffolding and a suspended protocell carbon-capture filter array. manufacturers... a collaboration with the Universities of Waterloo. Designed and engineered in Britain.CO.co.” .eu traditional divisions between machine and hand crafts. “New architectural prototypes show a kind of promiscuous exchange between widely varying sources.BUILDINGCENTRE.. academics and artists to explore the importance of prototypes in the delivery of high quality contemporary design. LECTURES & DEBATES RIBA Awards: What Are The Benefits? 10 January 2013.com/whatson/ FESTIVALS Housing Expo 6 .100percentdesign.co.uk London Design Festival 14 .ecoopenhouses. London www. 22 .com Healthcare Schools & Secure Environments 2 .com/whatson/ BFE UK 7 May 2013.22 September 2013.interiorsuk.uk/whatson TRADE SHOWS 9 events Interiors UK 20 . Leeds www.uk OAS Development Awards 14 June 2013.org 100% Design 18 . Manchester www.com FILMS Greenbuild Expo 8 .ac.uk Eco Technology Show 14 .com/whatson/ Film Nights with Disegno Magazine El Ultimo Grito 22 January 2013.uk/ Design in Mental Health Conference and Exhibition 14 .uk Climate: Building physics and retrofit design 22 January 2013. London www. London www.com kbb LDN 19 . London www. Manchester www.co. London www.co.co.com/whatson/ Housing London Until 21 December.ecobuild. Birmingham www. London www.ac.15 June 2013.. London www. Birmingham www. Birmingham www.housing-expo.23 January 2013.21 September 2013.theenergyevent. London www. Brighton www.com/whatson/ TOURS The ARC Show 19 .org 21st Century Light Space Modulator: an installation by Jason Bruges Studio Until 29 January 2013.group.com The UK Concrete Show 27 .surfacedesignshow.concreteshow.28 February 2013.net Architecture & Beauty 19 February 2013.designinmentalhealth. Birmingham www. search our information archive at www. London www. Coventry www.conferencewebsites.ac.londondesignfestival.architecture.greenbuildawards.uk CONFERENCES & SEMINARS Sustainable Housing Conference 7 January 2013.co.newlondonarchitecture.co.com/whatson/ Jump the Gap Until 31 January 2013.co.22 September 2013.uk Open House London 21 .vam.sustainabilitylive.18 April 2013.timber-expo.uk The Energy Event 10 .uk/whatson/ Chromazone: Colour in Contemporary Architecture Until 19 May 2013.org Timber Expo 24 .sustainablehousing. London www.architecture. London www.ecotechnologyshow.thearcshow.adfonline. Birmingham www.clerkenwelldesignweek.kbb. Brighton www. London www.co.eu .uk Clerkenwell Design Week 21 .23 June 2013.architecture.15 May 2013.co. London www.com Surface Design Show 5 .21 May 2013.9 May 2013. London www.3 July 2013.oasdevelopmentawards.architecture.architecture.uk Film Nights with Disegno Magazine Urban-Think Tank 15 January 2013. London http://buildingschools..7 February 2013.architecture. London www.vam.greenbuildexpo.7 March 2013.com Eco Open Houses 15 .jumpthegap.com Ecobuild 5 .architecture.23 May 2013. London www.architecture.ascentevents.com Architecture & Meaning 12 March 2013.7 February 2013.25 September 2013.co. Exeter www.com/whatson/ TALKS.co. Birmingham www.com SustainabilityLive!/NEMEX 16 . Sheffield www.com/whatson/ The Polychrome Lens: Colour in Architectural Photography Until 31 January 2013.news AWARDS Greenbuild Awards 8 May 2013. London www. shef.uk respond online.11 September 2013. Birmingham www.21 May 2013.16.uk EXHIBITIONS Puttin' On The Glitz Exhibition Until 21 December 2012. London www. Harrogate www.londonopenhouse. Tony Hall. comprising members of the Royal Opera House executive team and a number of external advisors.10 news Royal Opera House narrows competition to two architects Following presentations to the jury in mid-November.. the Board of Trustees of the Royal Opera House has agreed the next stage of the ‘Open Up’ competition. The project will also develop existing spaces. search our information archive at www. The project does not affect the main auditorium.adfonline. such as the Linbury Studio Theatre and Paul Hamlyn Hall. to enable the creative and educational work of the Royal Opera House to become more visible to more people. The two firms will present again in January with a further announcement expected in early February. have invited Stanton Williams Architects and Witherford Watson Mann Architects to complete further work in response to a refined brief. chief executive of the Royal Opera House said: “We were extremely pleased by the richness and variety of the submissions received. In turn this will enhance the appeal of the Covent Garden building as a destination in itself. We now look forward to working further with Stanton Williams and Witherford Watson Mann before appointing a chosen firm in February.. All the architects taking part in the competition proposed inspirational ideas for how our public spaces could evolve. ‘Open Up’ aims to make the physical entrances and street level public areas to the building more open and inviting. The jury. The Royal Opera House will be looking to reduce its use of energy and resources throughout the project as part of an ongoing strategy embedding ‘green thinking’ into all areas of ROH operations.” ur ! r O hure o ll F oc Ca W Br NE enq.eu .103 respond online. We are. St Paul’s Way Trust School shortlisted for National Civic Trust Award St Paul’s Way Trust School in Bow. on 30 November. director at HLM. Richard O’Neil. As the number of cyclists increase.. how are local authorities and private developers coping with the sudden demand for bike storage? The London Assembly previously addressed the lack of cycle parking as a barrier to cycling within the capital.. Tower Hamlets. founder of designer and producer of innovative cycle parking solutions.adfonline.uk and enter the reference number to view more information Arup has completed a new £8..eu . staff and wider community. The recent cycle surge has led to many developers replacing standard car parking bays in favour of stylish and safe storage for bicycles in new developments.co. For example.. Funded predominately by Tower Hamlets council. Winners will be announced on 9 March 2013.9 billion of the national economy. it is increasingly more apparent that architects are using stylish. 602 respond online.blogspot. Ref: 39117 enq. with over 60. also delighted that the design is receiving such accolades and honoured that the school has recently been shortlisted for the prestigious Dewi-Prys Thomas Prize. identity and regeneration of Wales. has been shortlisted for the Civic Trust Awards and. Following the success of Laura Trott.000 bikes reported stolen each year. The award recognises the importance of good design to the quality of life.000 more cycle parking spaces made available. was rebuilt as part of Tower Hamlets’ Building Schools of the Future Programme. The school. innovative and space-saving storage options. This trend is also supported by the Code for Sustainable Homes in which developers are encouraged to prioritise cycle storage as a way to promote cycling as the main form of transport to replace car journeys and essentially reduce CO2 emissions. Ref: 73375 Ryder to deliver BREEAM Excellent rating for Southampton offices.. architects and developers are feeling more pressure to consider bike stores and secure cycle parking for new developments. which opened in early 2011.. teachers and local community now have a facility which inspires achievement.. Archdiocese and Authority has been a privilege. Earlier this year. and designed by Astudio in conjunction with the students. As cycle parking becomes a more prominent part of a developer’s agenda.” © Girts Gailans COMMENT Cycling’s impact on design Anthony Lau. the scheme has been recognised for its positive cultural. engendering pride within the community. In the past year it is believed that more than eight million Boris Bikes were hired in London with over 400.000 people taking advantage of the Cycle to Work Scheme. of course.. Ref: 68431 The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers announces the shortlist for the Building Performance Awards 2013. said: “Working with the School. We are delighted that the students. Designed by Astudio. has been shortlisted for the 2013 National Civic Trust Awards. search our information archive at www. the 2-tier rack holds twice as many bikes as a standard cycle rack. which was designed by architects HLM. social and economic contribution to the local community. The nation’s love affair with cycling continues to grow and it seems that it will keep on having an impact on the landscape and change the surroundings and modern architecture. Thankfully there have been substantial improvements since then. was one of 52 to be considered and one of only four to be shortlisted for the prestigious triennial Dewi-Prys Thomas Prize. Chris Hoy and the rest of Team GB at this summer’s Olympic Games. the school also won the National Eisteddfod Gold Medal for Architecture. the £36 million project also received £1 million from the London Thames Gateway Corporation. The development was led and managed by the council. interest in cycling has almost doubled and figures from the London School of Economics have confirmed that cycling accounts for £2.2 million music facility for the University of Kent. Style and functionality go hand in hand as these new cycle storage solutions are being brought to the forefront of property development and meeting the needs of the next generation of cyclists. discusses the growing interest in cycling and its impact on the design and construction of UK property developments Cycling in the UK has had a revival. news bytes Visit adf-news. Cyclehoop.news 11 A hat trick of accolades for Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School near Bridgend. With the growing number of cyclists on the roads and cycle theft remaining at an all-time high of 700. LIFESTYLE AND DESIGN EVENT Visit INTERIORS UK.NEC BIRMINGHAM 20-23 JANUARY 2013 THE UK’S DEFINITIVE FURNITURE. .register now for your FREE ticket at www.interiorsuk. flooring. lighting. No children. to meet over 600 leading suppliers of furniture. the UK’s biggest trade interiors show.com Please quote code INT77 Trade only. Save £30 . soft furnishing and accessories. and the smaller ones in particular. “They managed the entire process and assigned a dedicated person to liaise between the services consultants. tools. educational tools and a helpline related to BIM.co. We are at a critical stage in ensuring that the underpinning knowledge. One particular area where this is true is in the provision of utility. agile and really price competitive companies have grown to offer a unique service. This means that they obtain the expertise and specialist knowledge required but at the same time they can concentrate on the areas of the project where their own creative skills are more valuable.adfonline. More recently however. BIM also plays a major part in the BRE Trust’s recently-announced Future Cities programme and its Smart Grids project. training and standards are in place to enable widespread take up. Not only would the overall architectural design simply not accommodate this. Ref: 81249 Centuries old Woburn Abbey gardens design scoops top modern day award.000. search our information archive at www. Many of the more visionary practices are however turning this to their advantage and rather than trying to tackle everything themselves they bring in and manage specialist contractors. The UK business environment is driving rapid increases in the application of BIM techniques to real building and infrastructure projects. BRE’s mission is to extend the membership across the whole construction supply chain. despite various obstacles.. leaner and more efficient buildings and infrastructure in the UK. Ref: 29712 *Open BIM is a universal approach to the collaborative design. which ultimately secured a practical solution. resulting in additional savings of around £150. Reliable standards and effective practitioner Visit adf-news.” explained Harshad Patel of PA Architects.5 million Harrow Central Mosque development. Ref: 18940 Architect Maber hopes landmark development will change face of city’s student accommodation. director of BRE Wales and South West. 603 news bytes BRE takes over BuildingSMART UK From 1 January 2013 BRE will take over the running of BuildingSMART UK – a key driving force in the uptake of BIM. this means that in addition to project design they increasingly take on responsibilities for overall project management and therefore the difficulties that this can often bring. Nick Tune.” BRE is currently active in BIM across a multitude of projects. PA Architects. For many. Governance of BuildingSMART will remain with an independent management board with its own set of accounts. energy and even communication services.uk and enter the reference number to view more information training are absolutely vital. chief creative officer at Maxim Eyes enq. the main contractor.. specialist. BRE will provide a great home to enable BuildingSMART to deliver both. realisation and operation of buildings based on open standards and workflows..... an existing BuildingSMART member said: “BuildingSMART has been at the forefront of BIM development for many years. This approach also has the potential to increase practice income – a critical factor for survival. the various utility companies. Professor Tim Broyd of UCL. As a result of this success they are now a key part of our team for all future projects. while still offering a better service to their clients. they not only avoided the need for the substation but also negotiated more favourable terms and discounts.. chief creative officer at utility connections specialist and energy consultant Maxim Eyes. not only in helping clients control energy use in their buildings but also to understand how their products.. the client and ourselves. “As a result of these issues we approached Maxim Eyes. it would have been significantly more expensive. Bringing together member organisations who share the vision of improving construction through the use of open BIM*. BIM event ‘starts the conversation’ at Elliott Wood. The National Army Museum awards redevelopment project contracts.eu . BuildingSMART UK’s remit is to develop the standards and tools required to ensure that the industry knows what open BIM is and how to use it effectively to achieve greener.. by delivering professional expertise on multi-utility connections and by project managing every aspect of the project delivery. materials and systems will perform and how their environmental performance could be improved.. Ref: 14223 respond online. initially went with a local distributor but they requested a considerable size substation be installed on-site to support the required load. comments With the current economic climate having significant impact on the UK construction sector and improvement not widely expected for at least the next 12-18 months. many architectural practices are extending their services in a bid to add additional value to existing clients and projects. With BRE at the helm of BuildingSMART we can steer a course for both large and small companies that could transform the future construction and operation of our buildings” There are currently 50+ members of BuildingSMART who benefit from training programmes. who was appointed as director of BuildingSMART UK in July of this year said: “The uptake of BIM is growing exponentially within the UK. leaving it to them to oversee the process and just accept the often-inflated costs and extensive lead times.news 13 Architects increasingly look to add additional value to projects Justyna Nowicka.” Justyna Nowicka. For many years it was a normal practice to simply sub contract this provision out to the local distributors. responsible for the £7. 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AND DESIGNING FUNCTION & RELIABILITY enq.co. rather than take it on..will always be stymied by local reality. and quickly. construc- WWW. The UK Planning system grabbed headlines in 2012 with the publication in March of the government’s new National Planning Policy Framework. so the government needs to think creatively about what is actually going to stop the decline. Re-introduce stock relief allow-ances. chairman of Designing Buildings Wiki comments on the Autumn Statement and the construction market The recent CMI figures make for very grim reading – they show an industry that is badly damaged and in desperate need of a quick fix. To get things moving and release this cash the government should re-introduce generous capital allowances not only for plant. Ernst & Young calculate that UK corporations are sitting on a staggering £750 billion. There are intelligent reforms starting to come through .. sometimes decades.to deliver regeneration and protect the environment. Ref: 43252 New medical centre has been designed to replace an existing Ongar War Memorial Hospital. 2. planners and the construction industry. This will redress the balance between manufacturing and service industries and act as a catalyst for construction companies to seek out ways of prefabricating assemblies off site in factories. This would instantly encourage house builders to dust off their mothballed schemes to meet the surge in demand and affordability. Ref: 47120 The National Federation of Builders gave a cautious welcome to some of the measures announced in the Autumn Statement.UK A thorny year in the planning thicket news bytes Visit adf-news. Paul Graham is managing director of www. 604 respond online.PLANNINGPIPE. For smaller developments there is already an increase in the use and number of Lawful Development Certificates and Pre-Application Enquiries.CO. “get Britain building” and help support strong sustainable growth for the UK construction sector. 4.However. “Hands off Our Land” was the response from the now well-established rural lobby. around half the UK’s GDP. enq. machinery and stock but for refurbishment of premises. . Large projects take years. The contradictions were neatly summed up in May by Chancellor George Osborne’s personal support for his party’s national planning reform while personally objecting to a proposed development in his local Tatton constituency.financial guarantees for specific infrastructure and new housing projects and the tightening of judicial reviews for large schemes.16 news COMMENT How to defibrillate the construction industry David Trench. more technical planning reforms that don’t grab headlines but will contribute positively to the UK construction industry in 2013 and beyond. Re-introduce tax relief on mortgages.co. Re-introduce capital allowances.. 3.uk providing free and bespoke UK construction project lead information. search our information archive at www.. But to look for a significant improvement in the construction industry via radical planning reform is misguided. Ref: 62577 Reform of the UK’s planning laws is finally on its way following months of often fractious debate between politicians. Over 50 years it has built a 1000-page Planning rule book because of the genuine and competing interests involved in many Planning decisions. that have planning consent and that have a completed design.planningpipe. This would encourage continuity of supplies instead of the current stop/go ‘just in time’ policies that hamper efficient production right up the supply chain. This is not to say the more radical elements of the reforms were always doomed to fail .. Radical national planning reform – like the NPPF . Refurbishment requires short lead in times and seldom involves planning consent. press. It promised reforms that would introduce a “presumption in favour” of development. The UK Planning system is simultaneously municipal red tape and protection for local communities. These companies prefer to use the cash to reduce debt. Private citizens and businesses remain eager and willing to instigate new schemes and improve existing properties. It is fast turnover with labour peeking much more quickly than for new developments. The reforms were branded a developers charter that declared open season on the countryside.eu tion is not a tap that can be easily turned on and off.blogspot. Competition for work on new construction projects of course remains intense and margins slim. Radical reform destructively upsets the healthy tension of the why the planning system exists. Planning application numbers in 2012 have remained remarkably resilient despite the economy and the “thicket” of our planning system.. Re-introduce a selective employment tax giving tax breaks for employees engaged in manufac-turing. to get off the ground. Five ways to defibrillate the construction industry: 1.. 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In contrast to reports of cautious optimism and outright negativity pervading the media. the residents of this large apartment building emerged from the hurricane with all of their Crittall windows intact.adfonline. director of Grant Associates. and adding value to business. and continues to build on its overseas success. Andrew Grant. orders have increased by 30 per cent over last year. beating out US competition. where recovery ‘Grant Associates is delighted to see Gardens by the Bay receiving recognition and appreciation for design excellence in Asia with two DFA Awards. the DFA Awards are presented to companies and designers from around the world that have achieved business success through good design that reflects. This year over 100 entries from around the world were nominated. the Asian lifestyle. after October’s catastrophic superstorm Sandy. said: "We're delighted to see Gardens by the Bay receiving recognition and appreciation for design excellence in Asia with these two prestigious awards. Asia embraces design innovation. search our information archive at www." Grant Associates has also been shortlisted for the International Prize Project of the Year category at the Sustain Magazine Awards 2013 for Gardens by the Bay. Funded by Create Hong Kong of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. They have since received a first order out of New Orleans for its hurricane-rated window. as featured in the July issue of ADF. The Awards were presented to Andrew Grant. or has an impact on. Overall. the 54 hectare leisure attraction in Singapore. sustainability and human imagination which makes it both an exciting and enjoyable area to work in. The practice..eu . director. which has offices in Bath UK and Singapore. In October. sustainability and human imagination which makes it both an exciting and enjoyable area to work in’ Andrew Grant. at the Hong Kong Design Centre on Thursday 6 December 2012 during the annual Business of Design Week. John Pyatt. Managing director. with significant success being achieved both here in the UK and overseas.. Success at home and abroad for Crittall remains disappointingly slow and elusive. Asia embraces design innovation. the company is outperforming the UK building and construction market. Chairman of HKDC and Chairman of the DFA Grand Award judging panel said: "The DFA Award is a preeminent award programme in Asia." Dr. the award aims to encourage the exchange of ideas on utilising design to create unique business opportunities. Crittall Windows is in upbeat mood as it looks ahead to 2013. Heading the 2012 success list is the strong performance results for the windows installed a few years ago at 300 Central Park West in New York.news 17 AWARDS Grant Associates wins two Design For Asia Awards 2012 UK landscape architecture firm Grant Associates has won two top Asian design awards for masterplanning the design of Gardens by the Bay. the Cooled Conservatories at Gardens by the Bay were named World Building of the Year in the World Architecture Festival Awards. director of Grant Associates.” Crittall have won a number of prestigious contracts in various overseas markets for several years. As well as recognising Asian design excellence. has been awarded the Grand Award and the Special Award for Technology in the Design for Asia Awards 2012. attracting the world's best design talents. 605 respond online. Victor Lo. comments on Crittall’s strong performance this year: “We have a very healthy order bank to take into 2013. fresh thinking and the opportunity to grow the business. How could we make the most of this huge pool of fresh new talent while helping people into a career in architecture? Our response was to create MAP. it’s about longevity and continuity. A year since we set up MAP.eu saw that we could now afford to give opportunities to a wider group of people to join our business. Long term. Leicester’s De Montfort University has 90 first year architecture students. . About a year ago. often brilliant at 3D computer modelling and technology. search our information archive at www. we respond online. We felt we had a duty to provide opportunities for the next generation of architects but we also saw it as an opportunity for ourselves. the Maber Academy Programme.18 news COMMENT Mapping the future Mark Hobson.adfonline. as we were implementing the plans. helping young people is great. interns and young recruits coming together to help us develop some of our new growth areas such as interior design. says firms owe it to young people – and themselves – to cope better with demand for jobs Go ahead for south London theatre revamp Cross-cultural London theatre organisation Tara Arts has been given the go ahead for a new theatre facility at its Earlsfield home that will create a striking local landmark and offer upgraded facilities and better performance experiences for audiences and artists. staff and artists.. The programme is structured so that it provides continuous learning and development. but in areas such as marketing. the number of graduates has not. Today. the new venue will significantly improve the existing theatre provision on the site – boosting capacity to 100 seats. Undergraduates and Masters students are employed as support staff on projects. Our interns. landscaping and advanced computer modelling. the rewards are plain to see. While the economy has been shrinking. creating a more flexible space for performances. but you have to be able to justify any decision from a business perspective. With local authorities prepared to pay half of some people’s salary. apprentices and recruits have brought new energy. business development and administration.. they will have matured and grown up with the business and be ready to take us into the future. we are inundated with requests for internships from university students. not necessarily on the architectural side. Construction is due to start in spring 2013 and the new building is expected to open in early 2014. We reasoned that as a practice of 50 people. bringing the theatre’s artistic output to its street front. Back in the early 1980s. You have to consider the balance between experienced people and new faces but we try to have at least one graduate and one Masters student at each of our three East Midlands offices. Derby University has 190 and the two Nottingham universities have a combined total of more than 400. As a growing architectural practice with several high profile clients. I was one of only 30 architecture students who made up the first year intake at Manchester Metropolitan University. MAP provides sensible limits for the number of school students we take on work experience and includes agreements with a number of schools. The London Borough of Wandsworth unanimously granted planning consent for the project. we decided to put some order into the chaos. The new structure has been inspired by Asian arts and designed to set up a contrast with the existing Victorian terrace: creating an interplay between east and west. By the time our young apprentices and graduates complete their training. so demand for career opportunities in architecture comfortably outstrips supply nationwide. the idea of apprenticeships came along. adding a new rehearsal space and making the venue fully accessible to audience. We have created a structure so that everyone responsible for recruiting knows what we are looking for – the young people who are genuinely passionate about architecture – so that we fill even the transient posts with the right people. managing director of Maber Architects. theatricality and urban context. They are on a steep learning curve but they are valuable. The idea was to create a route map for the next generation of employees from work experience to post-graduate positions. Designed by RHWL Arts Team. Now we could fully integrate MAP into our business objectives with our apprentices. Of course. old and new. job applications from graduates and work experience requests from schools. So what does it look like when you create a programme like ours for the next generation in your profession? We have work experience students constantly at one or other of our offices. whether individuals are in an administrative support role or working towards professional qualifications. Then. we should have enough projects going on at any one time to continually create openings for young people at a variety of levels. light. birds in aviaries and plenty of daylight from the skylights above. and Thor Heyerdahl College (2009) in Norway.blogspot.” explained founding partner at schmidt hammer lassen architects. saying science should be an inspirational subject which welcomes women. The IBC Innovation Factory is the result of a refurbishment project of the paint manufacturer GORI’s factory from 1978. Angela Brady. It was the first factory plant in Denmark to unite production and management in one large room. By using six elements – fire... A central teaching facility in the shape of an indoor ‘landscape furniture’ designed in Douglas pine wood incorporates a variety of learning spaces and experiences.800 square metres educational building has gone through a total refurbishment and will be officially inaugurated by His Royal Highness the Prince Consort of Denmark on 6 December 2012. in the conviction that art in the workplace would inspire employees and provide a better working environment.000 architects. schmidt hammer lassen architects has designed a number of educational buildings which support new ways of teaching and learning. an amphitheatre. aiming to become the world’s best. President of The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). Ref: 90099 respond online. was presented the honour by Her Royal Highness. Angela Brady. has an auditorium. VIA University College in Aarhus (2011). The main architectural concept behind the ‘landscape furniture’ is created in that spirit. water. Brady said: “It’s good to be a role model for women. “The large paint tanks were decorated by the French artist Jean Dewasne. has won a Women of Outstanding Achievement Award at the prestigious WISE Awards at The Institution of Technology and Engineering as a role model to girls and young women. less than one in five of people who work in STEM occupations in the UK are female. teachers. news bytes Visit adf-news. schmidt hammer lassen architects support new ways of learning The IBC Innovation Factory by schmidt hammer lassen architects is designed to support new ways of learning. greenery. I have been a campaigner all my life and stand up for what I believe in. in collaboration with International Business College (IBC) Kolding. then architecture can be a brilliant career – particularly for women.” The main task for schmidt hammer lassen architects has been to preserve and emphasize the building’s existing qualities and transform the facilities into an innovative learning environment. and the business world can meet and learn from each other in this unique setting.. and founder of Women in Architecture. and he continued. We are convinced that the experience of quality and well-being is highly conducive to creativity. John Foldbjerg Lassen. schmidt hammer lassen architects. allowing visual connection between the two. “With the acquisition of the GORI factory in the summer of 2010. and closed podiums for group work or quiet study time. If you care about our built environment and about how we should all be living and working in buildings that suit our planet and climate. which set new standards for factories at the time. the IBC gained access to a unique physical environment characterized by an impressive pioneering spirit and vision. which represents 44. In the spirit of the original factory.co. The building should support and inspire this encounter.eu . places for open study. search our information archive at www. There are green plants.adfonline. The wooden structure. Ref: 80029 HBA London Designs a Majestic Homage to Queen Elizabeth II at the InterContinental London Park Lane. sound and air – the concept for the new Innovation Factory was developed with an emphasis on stimulating the users’ senses.” explained John Foldbjerg Lassen. the sound of trickling water. More than two thirds of working age women in the UK with a STEM degree do not work in STEM occupations. She said more needs to be done for women in science careers. The same idea inspired the incorporation of badminton courts and Ping-Pong tables on the production floor for the employees. Ms Brady presents the Home Show on Channel 4 and Building the Dream on ITV and is a vocal campaigner for the value of women to the built environment. She is only the second woman to be President of RIBA.uk and enter the reference number to view more information Alison Brooks named UK’s best architect and Olympic architects also honoured at ceremony in London. Examples include the award-winning City of Westminster College in London (2011).. The 12. “Students. at the WISE Awards on 29 November.. which seems to float above a surface of water. and have a flair for design and like talking to people to shape their environment.” Ms Brady believes schools should make one science subject compulsory to A-Level..news 19 TV architect champions women in male dominated industry TV Presenter and Architect. 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But double glazing does not provide the high levels of noise insulation required to offer peace and quiet for hotel guests in such a vibrant neighbourhood. 6mm safety glass was used throughout for guest protection and opaque film applied to selected windows for additional privacy. explained: “The clear geometric. The powder painted frames have neat flush hinges and rosette handles to allow access for cleaning and maintenance.adfonline. including original timbers and brickwork. During the course of conversion the windows were replaced with metal framed double glazed units. Along with recycling over 80 per cent of its waste and adherence to the Energy Saving Trust’s guidelines. angular design of the solar shading system demonstrates that sunscreens don’t have to be based on rectangular forms to provide the most effective solution. The hotel. while incorporating a range of energy efficient and environmentally beneficial initiatives incorporated in the overall design from leading French architects. these were readily addressed and the final installation is not only practical but eye-catching. Bernard Paris & Associés. The solution to this problem was to install an additional secondary window to form triple glazing that not only achieved very high levels of sound insulation but further improved the thermal performance of the building. is eco-friendly with a long-term commitment to minimising its impact on the environment.adfonline. enq. previously a cork warehouse and then an engineering works. Sylvain Dandois.selectaglaze. direct to their inbox. High compression seals and multipoint locking ensure the highest level of insulation. .. bigger beds. TV and media packages. The company has set out to change the perception of traditional private student accommodation by meeting 21st century student aspirations. Student Castle works with architects to create thoughtfully designed contemporary rooms with all the facilities today’s students need.. and by making large common rooms available for social events throughout the year.5 million skyscraper provides state-of-the art accommodation for 520 students. respond online. ready for the academic autumn term for the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University. studios and cluster flats. claims to be the tallest student accommodation in the world. it is close behind Nido Spitalfields in London. low utility bills and flexible letting terms. Construction began in August 2010 and was completed in September 2012. which. The £28. in the form of apartments.eu . and has a management team thoroughly experienced in the sector.. Its stated aim is to make sure that students have ‘the ultimate university experience’. focusing exclusively on the provision of student accommodation. at 111m. At 106m high. as James Pringle reports S tudent Castle is a new landmark in Manchester.adfonline. providing ultra-fast new generation broadband. The developer owns and operates all its schemes. Student Castle is quite a new business. supported by the company’s own management Continued overleaf. search our information archive at www.23 BUILDING PROJECTS © Shepherd Construction Student accommodation reaches new heights Manchester’s distinctive new Student Castle features four towers and is one of the world’s tallest student accommodation buildings. with sites being progressed in London. All studios and apartments have a fitted kitchen including combination oven.24 BUILDING PROJECTS ‘The North East and North West Towers are taller and will have a presence right across the city. while the South West Tower relates to the height of the Waterhouse’s Refuge Building’s tower on Oxford Road. pool tables Continued on page 26. . It comprises four towers. is next-door to the city’s Oxford Road railway station. whose first student building opened in Newcastle last year.. York. They focused particularly on recruitment marketing. the 11. Exeter. plenty of storage space and fitted wardrobes.adfonline. as well as acting as a prominent landmark for Oxford Road Station. All cluster flats will have a shared kitchen and living area including a television. Student Castle now has schemes up and running in Newcastle and Manchester. Bournemouth and Brighton. All rooms in Student Castle are air-conditioned and have modern laminate floors.. has developed and operated about 5. The new structure in Great Marlborough Street.eu developments such as the Green Building on Great Marlborough Street. and others under construction in Cardiff and Bristol. fridge freezer and twin halogen hobs. with TV licence included in the rental package.000 student rooms around the UK. since 1998. search our information archive at www. an en suite bathroom with shower (baths in some).000 sq m building takes its name from its developer. The North East and North West Towers are taller and will have a presence right across the city. It is looking to expand their portfolio across the UK. Ultra-fast 30 mbps broadband and free wifi is available throughout. Leeds. Architects Hodder + Partners point out that this had been the only one of the four Manchester stations that. The South East Tower corresponds to the height of nearby respond online. had remained ‘un-landmarked’. The large common room has games machines. Above: The site is in close proximity to the railway station © Shepherd Construction and staff. Manchester. branding and the operational business together with university relationships. The company is run by Edward Cade. a double bed.. Meanwhile. who. as well as acting as a prominent landmark for Oxford Road Station’ © Shepherd Construction © Shepherd Construction Main image: Typical bedroom design in Student Castle. who worked alongside him in his previous role. back in Manchester. Formed in 2010. hitherto. Edinburgh. In July 2010 he established Student Castle with Jacqui Hawthorn.. Durham. staggered in height to relate to the surrounding buildings. © Matt Austin . he goes on. a gym. .” Using precast two-storey columns reduced the lifting requirements and crane time. and it offers better acoustic performance. reduced the height and quantity of cladding needed.adfonline. search our information archive at www. a concrete frame also provided greater stability and facilitated the construction programme by removing the need for return visits to each floor.eu and social nights will be organised for the students. These enabled the floor-to-floor height to be reduced – which. “Given the building’s height. This enabled the overall height of the building to be reduced by 2. generated a cost saving of some £235.7m. where they are 250mm deep to cater for the 3. The whole structure sits on a podium that addresses the sharp corner between New Wakefield Street and the adjoining Great Marlborough Street. There are laundry facilities. in turn. Greer goes on to point out.. a concrete frame provided a flat soffit that eradicated the need for any downstand beams’ – Phil Greer. The slabs are thinner – mainly 200mm deep – apart from in the corner of each floor plate. compared with the 16 we would have needed if we’d gone the in-situ route. in turn. “Design-wise. Each of the 37 storeys is formed from post-tensioned slabs and two-storey precast columns. and that. Whereas a concrete frame needs no additional applied fire protection.. which meant less rebar was used. In any case.” Opting for concrete resulted in significant cost savings. managing director of main contractor Shepherd Construction.. “Essentially we had one lift for the precast option.” explains Phil Greer. “The highest tower has a wrap-around core at the top with silver Alucobond cladding. “The frame is concrete and the envelope has curtain walling and a staggered pattern of four subtly varying shade of blue-grey terracotta cladding. And the use of PPC columns reduced the requirement for on-site storage of reinforcement and other material.26 BUILDING PROJECTS ‘Design-wise. a concrete frame provided a flat soffit that eradicated the need for any downstand beams. it would have been more difficult to accommodate the sheer forces with a steel frame.000. and on-site teams for maintenance and cleaning and 24-hour management and security team..2m cantilever. Continued on page 28. supported by a stateof-the art CCTV system. managing director of Shepherd Construction © Shepherd Construction respond online. car and bike parking space.” The decision to opt for concrete was based on design and logistical considerations. A steel frame would have required each floor to be cast and the steel fire-protected and then acoustically sealed. eu .adfonline..27 © Matt Austin respond online.. search our information archive at www. operations manager for Baris Group. Transport onto and off the site had to be planned carefully and the project team operated a just-in-time approach for deliveries and organised local off-site storage at three locations for materials and manufacture of PPC columns. “We had to work closely with environmental health officers for a time and we had to concentrate on nonnoisy work. A climb-track system was used for the central core. But we haven’t disrupted transport for the people of Manchester. The construction team worked closely with Network Rail to ensure that safety conditions were met. essentially by slowly absorbing heat from the outside and conducting it internally when temperatures drop.. In fact. search our information archive at www. In order for the tower crane to be extended to its highest point of 99m. respond online. there were a number of different elements.” Delivering a high-rise building inside an extremely tight footprint in close proximity to a busy railway station brought challenges for all concerned. “The Stephen Hodder design was quite complicated to build. The building is targeted to achieve a BREEAM Very Good rating. which was contracted to provide Student Castle’s façade. and four different special colours for the terracotta – shades of blue and grey – as well as eight different profiles of tile.eu including restricting the crane’s lifting capacity to 75 per cent. Alucobond. “We had quite stringent working limits imposed on us. with terracotta.28 BUILDING PROJECTS © Shepherd Construction ‘The thermal massing and insulation properties of the concrete have helped boost the building’s environmental properties’ Client: Student Castle Architect: Hodder + Partners Main contactor: Shepherd Construction Structural engineer: WSP Frame contractor: Heyrod Construction Post-tensioning contractor: Freyssinet Facade: Baris Group The thermal massing and insulation properties of the concrete have helped boost the building’s environmental properties. Each tower has its own pattern and there are four different colours..adfonline. We had to get dyes made. which puts us in the top 10 per cent of CC-registered sites. then up to 72m by self-climbing.” Greer is pleased to report: “We scored 35 in this summer’s Considerate Constructors audit. “We worked on quite a complex design. the crane had to be extended from its initial freestanding height of 54m. Logistically it was very difficult in such a small site with so many thousands of square metres of elevations to put and nowhere to store materials.” adds Austin.” says Matt Austin. with so many steps in it. curtain walling – and aluminium fins projecting out of the curtain walling.” says Austin. but in the final couple of weeks these were extended to 6am to 10pm. aluminium cassettes.” . adfonline.alumascwaterproofing.uk enq. enq. 01744 648400 www. the flooring subcontractor chose UZIN products due to their fail safe installation systems and low emission products. the library was designed by schmidt hammer lassen architects and built at a cost of around £57 million. but the developers wanted to go even further.planetpartitioning. one of the UK’s largest independent partitioning specialist. corridors and the sports hall. A collaborative approach from two of the UK’s leading building and access companies is literally opening doors for young people in wheelchairs at a specialist School and College in Hampshire.7 million redevelopment of Heptonstall Junior Infant & Nursery School in West Yorkshire. in addition to a significant amount of standing water on the roof due to insufficient falls.129 01788 530 080 www. The 20-year warranty was an important factor in the specification. Alumasc was called in by the roofing contractors. Unlike fabricated solutions.student castle 29 Rapid renovation at flood damaged academy Geze UK receives top marks UZIN products were used to install the new floors at Joseph Swan Academy. Alumasc recommended stripping back the roof to the concrete deck and replacing it with a new warm roof incorporating a cut to falls tapered system. Officially opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in September 2012. essential for busy areas. Neaco’s national sales manager. Wymondham College is a unique state day and boarding school. Designed in partnership between Calderdale Council and Sheffield City Council and built by Henry Boot Construction Limited. providing fast installation. Even though the drying process took three weeks. Alumasc carried out a full condition survey and found that the original waterproofing was failing. the school’s caretaker. has installed a significant quantity of its Advanced Frameless Glazing in the high profile new library at the University of Aberdeen. a leader in the education building sector. FPL Flooring only had nine weeks to remove. a new extension and a total refurbishment of the school’s main Victorian building incorporates extensive use of aluminium Spectrum with a black nylon powder coated finish and a perforated panel infill. Manchester.co. repair and dry out the damaged floor before installing the new floor coverings.. FPL Flooring was still able to complete the flooring installation on time using UZIN L3 Gold Moisture Control system. Folding doors were chosen to maximise the opening width of each entrance.uk enq. asked Geze UK to help create a bespoke access solution for Treloar School and College in Hampshire. The rooflights had also degraded badly. and following problems with the roof of the swimming pool and sports hall. and both roofing contractor and client were impressed with the aesthetics of the charcoal mineral finish. 01444 237310 www. The entire ground floor had to be renovated including 25 class rooms. Richard Richardson-Derry.130 Planet Partitioning.eu .co.128 Yeoman shield ‘ticks all the boxes’ Sheer genius from Planet Partitioning Yeoman Shield.132 Neaco balustrade attracts school specification Neaco’s Spectrum balustrade system continues to be a popular specification in the education sector following its installation as part of the £1.co. Jane added: “I am a huge fan of Yeoman Shield and hope to fit more around the school in the future. FPL Flooring. Osborne. Jane Walker. TC Garrett Ltd.. The new £20 million national centre of excellence needed to be secure.131 Euroroof Mastergold scores well Alumasc’s Euroroof Mastergold flat roof membrane has provided the optimum waterproofing solution for the urgent roof refurbishment on the sports complex at Wymondham College in Norfolk.133 respond online. the translucent dry-joints are virtually invisible allowing the creation of seamless walls of glass for a stunning and contemporary visual effect. Single and double-glazed frameless partitioning with the award-winning Solar joint was used throughout. search our information archive at www. our Spectrum system is pre-engineered for modular assembly onsite. which would solve the problems of the standing water. Euroroof Mastergold was chosen due to its suitability for warm roof refurbishment applications. which caters for residential and day students from the age of seven to 25 with a range of physical disabilities and associated learning difficulties. which makes it ideal for tightly scheduled construction phases designed to minimise disruption to school activities. which are required by schools. commented: “Nylon coated aluminium Spectrum has been chosen for countless school projects over the decades and Heptonstall Junior Infant & Nursery School is the latest example. Gateshead after the school was damaged by a flash flood in June.” Yeoman Shield Wave top pattern FalmouthEx in multi colours have been fitted to the walls of the dining area along with MDF Core skirting in Smooth White. and it clearly needed to be highly accessible in accordance with the Equality Act. explained: “We first used Yeoman Shield wall protection over three years ago in the large main dining hall and had no hesitation in choosing it once again to protect vulnerable areas in our reception class dining area. enq. one of the market leaders in wall and door protection has been voted an outstanding success by Old Trafford Community School.uzin.uk enq.” enq. eu .adfonline. Stephen Cousins reports respond online...30 BUILDING PROJECTS Birds benefit from rail project The London Crossrail project will see almost five million tonnes of earth excavated from tunnels and moved to Wallasea Island in Essex to create biggest man-made nature reserve in Europe. search our information archive at www. In an important milestone. The typical use for London clay is to cap landfill sites.8 billion Crossrail railway link project in London. Roughly half of the 10 million tonnes of chalk.. grassy levees. to move the material to site.. head of sustainability at Crossrail: “When Crossrail project gained royal assent. the majority or ours is clean and suitable for placement without decontamination. Although the site is surrounded by tall. respond online. search our information archive at www.. into a 670acre patchwork of mudflats.31 BUILDING PROJECTS H © Crossrail umans are not the only commuters that will benefit from the £14. The Wallasea Island Wild Coast Project is the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds' (RSPB's) most ambitious habitat recreation and engineering scheme to date. clay.eu . as per Environmental Agency requirements. Wallasea Island was first reclaimed from the sea by Dutch engineers centuries ago. which are designed to relieve pressure on the transport network. in 2008.. by 2019.” he says. designed to combat climate change and coastal flooding and compensate for the loss of tidal habitats elsewhere in England. When the project is completed. explains Rob Paris. excavated from two new 21km rail tunnels under the capital. is being used to transform intensive farmland at Wallasea Island. but 20 years ago it was bulldozed flat to allow wheat and rape growing.adfonline. it is two metres below sea level Continued overleaf. The timing with Wallasea Island was perfect: they needed huge amounts of material. it is expected to attract rare fish and migratory birds and even see the return to England of lost breeding populations of spoonbills and Kentish plovers. saltmarshes and lagoons designed to return the landscape to how it looked 400 years ago and attract a variety of interesting and rare wildlife. we started looking for sites to beneficially reuse our excavated material. the first giant scoops of earth from beneath the capital were delivered to the Essex coast in September and deliveries by rail and by ship will continue until 2016. The chance to pair the UK’s largest infrastructure project with its biggest nature reserve project was a major challenge. but also a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. near Southend in Essex. via train and ship. sand and gravel needed to create this vast habitat – enough to cover the whole of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens to a depth of twoto-three metres – will be excavated by eight giant 1. Soil. and we had easy access to sustainable transport.000-tonne tunnel boring machines as they plough their way underneath the capital to create Crossrail’s twin-bore tunnels. but most projects don’t need the volumes of materials we are producing. The new.32 BUILDING PROJECTS © Crossrail at high tide and has a one in five risk of catastrophic flooding each year.500 hectares remain. is a major concern and expected to destroy some 1. The project will also help combat the wider problem of coastal erosion.000 hectares of tidal salt marsh along the Essex coast but today just 2.. Freight trains then move the earth to Northfleet in Kent where it is transferred © Crossrail . 192 hectares of salt marsh.4 km-long western tunnels.eu in the area. Defra jumped at the opportunity to raise the entire landscape by two metres using ‘free’ earth from Crossrail. 500 fish and a population of water voles were moved to new habitats before the building work began.000 birds. Faced with the huge expense of maintaining the flood defences. The excavation of Crossrail’s 6. the huge currents would destroy many mudflats © Crossrail respond online. including 148 hectares of mudflats. Some other wildlife already existed on the borders of the farmland and 800 common lizards and adders. 76 acres of shallow saline lagoons and eight miles of walks and cycle paths.adfonline. Four centuries ago there were 30. This material is being moved along the tunnels by conveyor to the entrance at Royal Oak where it is placed into temporary storage hoppers. search our information archive at www. raised island will also help protect other sites on the Essex coast: if the existing island was left unaltered and it flooded. but today sea-level rise. Wallasea’s existing 100-hectare salt marsh is home to 30..000 hectares of salt marsh in the next decade. running at 6mm a year. but the new reserve will add 670 hectares. Farming and development are historically the main cause of salt marsh destruction. which run from Royal Oak in West London to Farringdon in east London. began in May. 25km-long rail freight link running from the North Kent Main Line to the Northfleet site. Apart from the tunnels. and saltwater plants such as sea lavender and samphire. the longest of which will extend 8. The contract to ship and place the excavated material was won by a joint venture comprising civil engineering company BAM Nuttall and marine contractor Van Oord UK. which Crossrail says this is too deep to be polluted. Earth will also be transported from the two eastern tunnels. all of which should make the cost of that expensive rail season ticket a little easier to bear. past Southend.” he says. which disappeared from Britain more than 50 years ago. with the remainder destined for other regeneration sites in the South East. In total. Reducing carbon emissions during transport was a big consideration. The RSPB also hopes that the calorie-rich saltmarsh. Material moved through this entrance will be transported by lorry to nearby Instone Wharf and Docklands Wharf and then on by barge to Wallasea.. mudflats and other habitats will attract species such as avocet dunlin. several shafts are being dug along the central section of the western tunnel to create sub-surface stations. Paris says that perhaps Crossrail’s biggest challenge will be to avoid bottlenecks at the tunnel entrances as incoming deliveries of rebar and concrete. Species of rare birds including spoonbills. Concrete manufacturer Lafarge has also reinstated the 2. says Rob Paris: “The aim is always to use more sustainable forms of transport to move materials. then north to Wallasea Island for placement.3km from Farringdon station.500-tonne ships side by side. which commits it to recover at least 95 per cent of clean excavated materials and 90 per cent of demolition and construction waste.33 BUILDING PROJECTS © Crossrail onto ships and transported along the Thames Estuary. soil deliveries are being used to raise land. black-winged stilts and perhaps even the Kentish plover bird. search our information archive at www. The tunnel boring machines haven’t yet reached this zone. redshank and lapwing in significant numbers.eu . attracting saltwater fish like bass. The soil is being dug from 20-30m below London. so the excavated materials will instead be taken up to the surface and loaded onto lorries for transport to the First Assembled Boring Machine Dockland Wharf transfer station. who are also responsible for building related infrastructure including a jetty at Northfleet. out past Canary Wharf to the tunnel entrance at Limmo Peninsula and is due to commence tunneling this Winter. herring and flounder. As excavation from the western tunnel continues apace. and create hillocks and dips through which seawater will ebb and flow. pontoons and a conveyor system developed to transport the material across the marsh at the Wallasea end.. Around two-thirds of the total excavated material will go to Wallasea. designed to accommodate two 2. could also appear. 85 per cent of the material will be moved on either rail or water. As a rail project we are very fortunate we can load the materials directly onto trains. plus a new jetty.adfonline. respond online. needed to construct the tunnel. wigeon and curlew in Winter. with the rest moved by lorry where rail access is difficult or not possible. along with large flocks of brent geese. clash with the removal of excavated materials. Crossrail’s involvement in the Wild Coast Project forms an important part of its environmental management strategy. 134 Pop uP Power Supplies Ltd. Transalp’s MUGA’s are designed with several sports in mind. planning & design All change at Toddington.. skate parks from Concrete. enq. 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Building Information Modelling (BIM) files are highly detailed computerised designs detailing the physical and functional characteristics of a structure. In the 1990s. after 15 years in exile. he realised that a professional game needed professional facilities. but a different code. Copthall Stadium had hosted rugby before. The project was partly instigated by Watford initiating a break in their ground-share agreement. some leading teams were reticent at playing away to Saracens due to the state of their ground at Southgate in north London.. where the rugby side have remained ever since.. where the club had been based since before World War II.eu . When investor Nigel Wray took control of Saracens in the midst of the tumultuous move to professionalism. Now. played at . During the amateur period. Formed in 1876.PROPOSED 1:500 Site Section B-B EXISTING 1:500 Section Reference Location Copthall Stadium plans showing site sections © Roberts Limbrick Architects Site Section B-B PROPOSED 1:500 S aracens is a name that stands out among the English club rugby fraternity. now better known as the Broncos.Continued overleaf respond online. where a major new 10. The planning proposal proved long and torturous. Shaftesbury Harriers..EXISTING 1:500 Site Section A-A .000-seat stadium is being built and due to open in February 2013. which meant that Saracens would have needed to find a new home for the 2011/12 season. A ground share was agreed with Enfield Football Club before in the 1997/98 season Saracens moved in with Watford FC at Vicarage Road. London’s professional rugby league franchise the Crusaders. Saracens looked at a host of options before agreeing a deal to take control of the existing Copthall Stadium in Barnet.adfonline.. Saracens are going back home to north London. it is one of the world’s oldest clubs and battled its way to the game’s top table as the sport turned professional in the mid-1990s. as Steve Menary reports Site Section A-A . a run-down ground that is home to leading athletics club.35 BUILDING PROJECTS Finally Saracens have a stadium worthy of the rugby union club’s illustrious history. search our information archive at www. “That was why it achieved planning permission. We will create a vibrant sports hub for the local community. offering great facilities free of charge for local schools. At the end of April – to the relief of Saracens – the Secretary of State decided against calling a public inquiry into the proposals and a formal approval from Barnet Council came soon after. to come up respond online.adfonline. this group wanted the run-down ground regenerated back into a stadium that would not just bring Saracens back home but benefit the whole community. Saracens initially brought in a seating contractor plus Roberts Limbrick. where the minimum stadia requirements insist on a 10. Entitled Residents for Regeneration. “The major point from Saracens’ point of view was the community use. Although some residents typically opposed redeveloping a stadium in the midst of an area of Green Belt. Club chairman Nigel Wray said at the time: “The comprehensive sporting and community benefits of our proposals have been recognised at every stage of the decision making process. dilapidated stand..” Barnet Council tacitly approved the plans on February 2 and the Mayor of London subsequently decided not to intervene..” says a Roberts Limbrick spokesman. The ground was clearly unfit for the professional demands of the Premiership. but there was only one tiny.eu with plans for the project. Some Barnet residents objected to Saracens’ plans and the advent of a new London Plan had key environmental implications for the project. a more positive lobby emerged. a Gloucester-based architect. search our information archive at www. .36 BUILDING PROJECTS © Steve Menary Copthall.000-seat stadium. Saracens’ new ground will be the first top flight English rugby union club to play on an artificial 3G surface. a deal was negotiated with Eric Wright Group (EWG). That saw Roberts Limbrick novated by EWG onto a development that has an overall cost of £20 million with the construction side valued in the region of £18 million. With the original seating contractor no longer on the project. Deborah Vivanti-Gough. can barely be seen before arriving on site. a long jump and a throwing facility. The external areas will feature Cedar cladding from Kingspan. which along with the sandpit. will be covered up on match days. Existing floodlights are being removed and half a dozen new pylons will be installed and lights also attached to the edge of the East Stand to ensure the lighting is the required standard.. Inside this stand is one of the main reasons that the design found favours with the planners: an indoor athletics hall featuring a six-lane running track. a design and build contract was agreed with EWG.” As planning permission for the proposal had dragged on.37 BUILDING PROJECTS ‘The major point from Saracens’ point of view was the community use’ – Architect at Roberts Limbrick We will also provide a hugely improved athletics venue for Shaftesbury Barnet Harriers and make a real home for Saracens. there has been just one main obstacle: lack of time. Saracens’ project manager on the scheme. With the club needing to ensure that the entire facility is used as regularly as possible. The reason that these aspects were specified by the design team was a trade-off with the Environment Agency. including a new stand at Cheltenham racecourse. That meant that tendering the construction contract was not realistic. CGI of the new Saracens stadium.eu . environmental demands have been high on the agenda. a steel frame is being used with precast Waycon concrete lift shafts. The base of the East Stand measures 30-m by 110-m. Watford FC agreed to let Saracens play a handful of matches during the 2012/13 rugby season at Vicarage Road. For EWG project manager Andrew Hill. the design specifies a mezzanine level that will accommodate a sports science block for © Roberts Limbrick Architects local schools and Middlesex University. This stand will also feature a green wall of vines climbing up a mesh frame. As an offset to improve the scheme’s biodiversity. A culvert had to be diverted to make way for the athletics track. which includes the same style of VIP seating used at Arsenal FC’s Emirates Stadium. To accommodate this area. while a Sedum roof will be built on part of the new East Stand. However. That gave the club some breathing space – but not much. Although EWG is on site with a new training ground for Manchester United. the Sedum roof and green wall were specified by Roberts Limbrick. an artificial playing surface has been specified.. Though imposing.Continued overleaf respond online. Roberts Limbrick has previously worked on stadia projects.. Instead. This is not normally permitted. Although Widnes Vikings have an artificial turf at their new Stobart Stadium in Halton that is rugby league. this major new stand. The aim is to have the ground ready for a Saracens’ fixture at home to Exeter Chiefs on February 16. EWG has kept all the material excavated on site. With the scheme being built in Green Belt.adfonline. A Polymeric surface will be installed on the running track. To speed up construction. long jump and temporary seating had to be moved to make way for the new 5.000-seat East Stand (see next page). This area was piled in two weeks and the concrete slab then laid in another three weeks. the Chorley-based firm had not built a new stadium. search our information archive at www.. The scheme comprises two main stands and a pole vault. view from one of the stands . had previously worked successfully with EWG. search our information archive at www.adfonline.eu ..38 BUILDING PROJECTS respond online.. 39 BUILDING PROJECTS ‘Inside this stand is one of the main reasons that the design found favours with the planners: an indoor athletics hall featuring a six-lane running track, a long jump and a throwing facility.‘ There is also a strong element of temporary or modular buildings specified within the design. The changing rooms will be modular buildings and temporary seating will be installed in the North and South and also extend across part of the running track in front of the East Stand and the West Stand, which is being refurbished. In the summer, this demountable seating will be taken off site and the entire running track exposed for Shaftesbury Harriers’ meets, but even during the rugby season four lanes will remain exposed. “There’s an incompatibility between the two sports [rugby and athletics] that creates a few issues from a viewing perspective,” adds the Roberts Limbrick spokesman. “When you are looking at rugby, you are looking at a ball. When you look at athletics, you look at people running round a track.” This could potentially affect the atmosphere at Saracens’ rugby games, but to overcome this there will be areas of standing, which – though illegal at present in top-flight English football – is permitted in rugby. Around 150 construction staff were on site as the rugby season kicked off. This figure will peak at 250 as the project team races towards their deadline. Not all aspects of the ground may be complete by February 16 and EWG’s contract extends past this date, but the project team are optimistic of the ground being ready. On completion, Saracens only expect to use the ground for up to 16 days per year but the all-weather pitch will be available to local clubs and schools throughout the year, giving local young people a chance to play in a top flight rugby arena. In the summer of 2012, the club agreed a six-year naming rights deal with German financial services provider Allianz. The contract will also see Allianz become Saracens’ shirt sponsor and the £8 million deal will go towards the cost of a development. Allianz have a number of other sponsorship deals, including the home of German football giants Bayern Munich, whose Allianz Arena hosted this year's Champions League final. Saracens’ new home may not be big enough to host a Heineken Cup final, but has at last brought the club back home. Plans: Proposed East stand of Copthall Stadium © Roberts Limbrick Architects Project: Saracens rugby stadium Location: Barnet, north London Value: £20 million Client: Saracens Rugby Football Club Architect: Roberts Limbrick Structural engineer: Clarke Smith Partnership Mechanical & electrical consultant: Intengis Landscape architect: Aspect Quantity surveyor: RLF Design & build contractor: Eric Wright Group Artificial pitch: SIS respond online... search our information archive at www.adfonline.eu 40 groundworks; structural elements Bison’s exceptional Hollowcore units The exceptional value of the product solutions and customer service provided by one of the UK’s leading precast concrete manufacturers, Bison Manufacturing Ltd, has been highlighted after its market-leading products were specified for a prestigious new residential development in Cambridge. Comprising of 99 luxury apartments, Parkside Place is a brand new central development overlooking one of Cambridge city’s major parks, Parker’s Piece. Bison is to supply over 9,000m² of its Hollowcore floor units in 150mm and 200mm depths plus solid plank units in 100m depths after contractor Precast Structures Limited, placed a major order. enq.140 Waterproofing a historic building Triton approved contractor, ISCA Preservation, has installed waterproofing systems from Triton to protect a historical stone building on the seafront at Porthcressa on the Isles of Scilly. The 150 year old granite and lime mortar building is being converted to a public library as part of the Porthcressa Regeneration Scheme. Triton approved contractors were asked to recommend a method of protecting the new dry lined interior from the invasion of sea salts, rising damp and lateral penetration from high external ground levels. The building’s heavy salt contamination and risk of Radon gas ingress also had to be taken into account as well as shipping costs to the remote island. The floor area was protected by Platon Multi membrane, while in the entrance foyer the new slab was sealed with Triton’s liquid applied water and gas barrier, TT Vapour Membrane, that will form a traditional water and gas proof tanking layer. 01322 318830 www.tritonsystems.co.uk Grass & Ground Reinforcement enq.139 SAS International’s System 8000 SAS International’s System 8000 partitioning has received a ‘Highly Commended’ in this year’s AIS Best Practice Awards. Gaining a ‘Highly Commended’ in the Awards category for Product Innovation, SAS International’s System 8000 partitioning solution has once again been shown to be leading the field in its market sector. System 8000 allows seamless integration with glass into drywall, as well as with suspended ceiling systems. To overcome the design challenge of blending glass with drywall partitions, System 8000 creates a fully integrated appearance using a range of aluminium pocket drywall trims enabling glass elevations to flow into solid with ease. The Awards were judged by a panel of experts appointed by the AIS. enq.141 BODPAVE 85 TRUCKPAVE BODPAVE 85 Heavy duty recycled plastic porous paver HGV yards, HGV access roads, fire access routes GRASSPROTECTA GRASSPROTECTA BODPAVE™ 85 Porous pavers for grass and gravel surfaces Coach parks, fire access lanes, car parks and driveways Fiberweb Geosynthetics Ltd GRASSPROTECTA™ Recycled plastic grass reinforcement mesh Overflow grass car parks, wheelchair access routes & pathways 01621 874200 www.terram.com ™ indicates a trade mark of Fiberweb plc or a Fiberweb Group company, many of which are registered in a number of countries around the world. TRUCKPAVE TRUCKPAVE A BUSINESS enq.142 respond online... search our information archive at www.adfonline.eu external fixtures 41 Sapphire Balustrades brings beauty and value Levolux takes sustainability to a new level Sapphire Balustrades has combined beautiful balustrades with best value at an award-winning development by Jessup in the West Midlands. Balconies for canal-side apartments at Walsall Waterfront South incorporate Sapphire’s new Aluma semi-frameless aluminium and glass balustrades. With this innovative design option, glass infill panels simply slot into Aluma balusters uprights and/or handrail profiles, removing the clutter of traditional patch lugs and leaving a sleek, crisp appearance. Sapphire’s new-look Aluma satisfied the requirements of both architect and developer, providing a costeffective solution with the aesthetic styling of a structural glass balustrade and the long lasting, low maintenance benefits of high grade aluminium. enq.143 The 11-storey office building, 199 Bishopsgate in central London, recently benefited from a £35 million refurbishment project, including a new roof level louvred plant enclosure and internal roller blinds, both courtesy of Levolux. As plant and equipment has been relocated to roof level a higher level of acoustic insulation is required. To provide this, Levolux incorporated 74 panels of acoustic louvres into the inclined roof canopy, with faceted sections that follow the curved contours of the building. Levolux used its ‘S’ profile ventilation louvres at a 100mm pitch to provide a weather-resistant, ventilated façade to protect the building’s heating and cooling plant. enq.144 Securistyle features in City West investment programme City West Housing Trust is undertaking a significant investment programme across its 14,645 properties and Securistyle, the well established manufacturer of quality, innovative hardware for the window and door industries, is supplying a range of products for the project. Garry Vaughan from City West provides more information on the refurbishment programme: “So far, 4,665 units have had their windows replaced and 9,410 have had doors fitted. The decency programme is due to finish in March 2014, when 568 more properties within the low and medium rise will have had both window and door replacements along with 347 properties within the high rise programmes. Overall, from transfer there will be a total of 8,208 properties with at least one new window being installed and 13,731 with replacement doors. Each of the 14,645 properties will either have had a new window or door by the end of the decency programme. The also have an extensive cyclical maintenance programme, where all properties receive external maintenance works over a seven year cycle and we will also be utilising Securistyle products through this programme, if any hardware needs replacing”. Ken Evans, national specification manager at Securistyle explained: “Securistyle is dedicated to supplying hardware products that offer innovative solutions. We look forward to a continued partnership with City West for this large investment programme in 2014.” 01242 221 200 www.securistyle.co.uk enq.145 en e r g y sa ving enq.146 respond online... search our information archive at www.adfonline.eu 147 respond online.. Little Horwood. it’s hard not to notice that the trend for bi-fold doors has been consistently on the increase. high quality timber products using the finest materials. Country Hardwood has worked for clients across the UK. Bucks MK17 0PY enq. Consistently evolving to embrace design and technical changes over the years. From their centrally located workshop near Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire. builders. they seamlessly combine 21st century technology with traditional materials and highly skilled craftsmanship.com Unit 2. 01296 714314 www. search our information archive at www. Shucklow Business Park. If you are looking to transform a kitchen.countryhardwood. this can be achieved by using stylish wide opening doors which will add a contemporary twist to any property. For over 10 years.com country hardwood Specialist manufacturers of bespoke hardwood bi-fold doors.co. windows. Shucklow Hill. and your own personal vision. 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Concealed drainage ensures the water exits the bottom track through the polyamide strip and enters the top of the cill. This is the same on most doors as they often use insecure cylinders which allow burglars to bump. which apply to both flush and standard thresholds: face and concealed.148 respond online. Specify locks certified to Police preferred ‘Secure by Design’ security standards. it is important to have a polyamide thermal break. Aluminium bi-folds with triple glazed units can achieve U-Values of 1. In fact UK crime statistics illustrate that 27 per cent of burglaries involve lock snapping. drill or snap the cylinder to gain entry. enq.external fixtures 43 Unlocking the best of bi-folds Recent research by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors shows that UK homeowners are increasingly opting to improve their properties rather than move. As aluminium is a natural conductor. ‘Double or triple glazed glass is tough to break but laminated glass is even tougher than standard glass for those wanting extra peace of mind. Hinge and grub screws U-Values Heat loss and energy efficiency queries are common.8W/(m2K) when you are replacing existing doors and 2. David Ginger. The current U-Value regulations are 1.. It is advisable to always specify the most thermally efficient glass possible when installing folding sliding doors. Look for doors fitted with a rivet nut and bolt screw arrangement as these are designed to be both strong and secure. a structural engineer should be employed. Face drainage ensures the water exits the bottom track through the first strip of polyamide and enters the front section of the track. Double glazing can achieve 1. The main contributor to low U-Values of aluminium folding sliding doors is the thermal break which resists thermal transfer from the outside face of the doors through to the living area inside. The major consideration is the U-Value which can vary greatly across folding sliding doors. reducing the flow of thermal energy through the aluminium. It then exits via a hole in the outer face. it is always advisable to opt for an 8-point multi-point locking system with a kite marked magnum security cylinder with coded key to offer the ultimate in door security.3 W/(m2K). Alternatively a fixed corner post can be used to add support throughout. it most likely isn’t true. There are two types of drainage that can be used on external bi-folds. technical director of Origin Frames Ltd Different configurations More complex folding sliding door configurations such as 90 degree corner or bay configurations are becoming popular in new build properties with conservatories and orangeries. It is important that the hinge is made out of a strong material. structural support is required. 90 degree corner sets of bi-folding doors especially suit modern designs as the straight lines blend with the rest of the architecture. The same applies to bay window configurations so a structural engineer should advise on the best approach. homeowners are often dubious as to the safety of folding sliding doors. It is extremely difficult to create a moving corner post opening in an existing building as it is unlikely to have been designed to support the doors. which separates the aluminium frame into interior and exterior pieces. search our information archive at www. Ensure there is a multi-point lock on the lead door. Double or triple glazed glass is tough to break but laminated glass is even tougher than standard glass for those wanting extra peace of mind. With a relaxation in planning permission for extensions estimated to increase bi-folding door sales by up to 20 per cent. This break acts as a thermal barrier.0 W/(m2K) for new builds or extensions. Folding sliding doors can also have thermal glass installed for homeowners who prioritise thermal efficiency. rather than insulator. The best solution is a standard threshold sunk into the floor. Thresholds and drainage Flush thresholds on external bi-folds are very popular but it is a common myth that they can be completely weather rated. such as aluminium. We always tell customers to be wary of manufacturers who offer weather rated flush thresholds as. so that the doors can’t be levered off the hinges. joining them together with a less conductive material.67 W/(m2K) using 24mm units. The traditionally weak areas for folding sliding doors are the cylinder/locking barrel and the handle.eu . How rain water and surface water is taken away from the drainage outlet is a site specific requirement and should be designed by a qualified person. Hinge strength is another major security factor as it is an exposed component on the outside of the door. To have a moving corner post configuration where there is a completely unspoilt view.’ David Ginger. due to design constraints. If this is the case. this will allow for full weathering while keeping internal and external floor levels within a few millimetres. From there it travels through the front section of the cill and out of the very front edge underneath. but the key figure is the overall U-Value. Designed to provide architectural ironmongers and specifiers with a concise overview of GEZE UK’s door closers and floor springs. GEZE UK.150 Ventrolla keeps out of the cold Green G12 win for industry-leading VEKA A seafront flat in Southend-on-Sea has been treated to a makeover by Ventrolla Cambridge and Essex. Norscot is pleased to have secured future supply for itself and the many AM Profile customers: “We are delighted to have acquired the design rights to AM Profile as we have been manufacturing its products for many years. AM Profiles was the UK's leader in the design and manufacture of aluminium clad timber window. User-friendly product comparison charts have also been included. enq. enq. dedicated to its door closer systems. simple system for achieving U-values of 0. as well as stylish reference photos from projects around the world. the new brochure includes detailed explanations of the many variants and options available.” enq. the couple had not been looking forward to the cold winter months ahead. which had a half treat feature and contained 12 panes per window. As commercial director Callum Grant explains. has launched a new technical brochure. door and curtain walling systems.151 The industry-leading team at VEKA plc enjoyed a celebratory evening at the recent G12 Awards where the Burnley-based company was presented with the 'Energy Efficiency Initiative of the Year' Award. hosted by comedian Patrick Kielty at London's Hilton Hotel on November 23.” enq.149 Norscot Joinery Ltd. a window and door manufacturer and Network VEKA member. which provides the perfect union of timber and aluminium at a market-leading performance. Sales and marketing director Colin Torley explains: “We wanted to develop a combination of products that would result in an economical way for our customers to achieve lower U-Values on the profile systems they already use. Mr and Mrs Phillips. The trophy was presented to the team at the glittering Awards Presentation and Gala Dinner. approached English Heritage for help with their illfitting windows and were advised to call upon the renovation experts Ventrolla.8. breathing new life into its windswept windows. ensuring the right product is chosen for each application. who live in a residential apartment within Gunnery House. Due to the noisy rattles and cold draughts experienced in their home.44 external fixtures GEZE UK’s overview of door closer systems Norscot continues to invest One of the UK’s leading manufacturers of door and window control systems. technical diagrams and specification information. making specification quicker and easier.152 TM BENENDEN BESPOKE ALUMINIUM WINDOWS FOR DESIGNER PROPERTIES . has acquired the design rights of AM Profiles Ltd in Chesterfield. Prior to closing its doors at the end of September. Ventrolla renovated the three large windows of the flat. without the need for ultra expensive krypton-filled sealed units. VEKA was shortlisted for the award thanks to a cost-effective. Our initial focus will be the Design-5 composite window system. " !$ $ $ . # # $ ! ! # ! " !$ " " $ ! # % " ! # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . enq..eu enq. search our information archive at www.153 respond online.adfonline..154 . enq.” explains MD. Mark Willars has been appointed business development manager with plans to increase the base of customers with nationwide requirements. “With systems manufactured at our hi-tech headquarters in Switzerland we need more storage at our Surrey offices. Accoya® is also guaranteed for 50 years in exterior use and 25 years when used in the ground.” Taking the business onto the next level. enq. specifiers and building contractors. A special feature includes a specially created animation of a door design from the original architects sketch to the finished product. which can be safely recycled and is as impressively durable as the highest quality tropical hardwoods. Accoya® is one of the most advanced wood products on the market and uses Accsys’ proprietary wood acetylation technology to deliver outstanding levels of performance. Ahmarra has re-launched its website.eu . Accoya® is a high performance product. Lathams has a strong track record in successfully marketing new and innovative products and Accoya® is now available from all 10 of its timber distribution points covering the UK. “Demand for DDA compliant automatic entrance systems continues to expand. stability and durability.lathamtimber. Accoya® is a quality. “We wanted to create a website that reflected the high quality of our product without being too complicated or fussy. The new site includes useful information on design and performance options as well as the environmental credentials of the company. The new website looks modern and fresh.155 Tormax moves to new offices With an eye on future growth. search our information archive at www. is easy to navigate and informative and we hope it will become a regular source of valued information for our customers" said Ahmarra’s marketing manager.adfonline. Simon Roberts. Produced using modified fast growing species.158 respond online. long lasting product that is suitable for a wide range of external joinery applications. Vicki Boulton. offering a range of online resources for architects. James Latham is seeing popularity of Accoya® – its modified. 0116 257 3415 www.external fixtures 45 Ahmarra launches new & improved website Specialist doorset manufacturer and installer.co. has moved into new premises that offer scope for office expansion as well as much needed additional warehousing facilities.. 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The X-Emplar system has been expertly designed by Xtralite’s engineers to achieve a high thermal performance. using LumiraTM glazing technology. which provides good quality neutral light into buildings.159 Xtralite unveils revolutionary glazing system Xtralite Rooflights has pushed the boundaries in high performance glazing to unprecedented levels with the launch of its new X-Emplar system.161 ! $ ! "!" $ ! . The skill. It has been designed for the high end building market where specifiers demand the very best light transmission. u k enq. partitions and movable walls. industrial buildings. It can be used in either façade glazing or skylights. Building Additions have an established reputation for the manufacture. .eu enq.. # enq.162 respond online. search our information archive at www.163 .adfonline. The advanced design of the thermally insulated steel profiles enables the door to have a leaf/frame width of only 113. search our information archive at www.smartystems.co. cost-effective solution. Developed primarily for installation in airports where there needs to be an effective separation between landside and airside zones.5 mm and a meeting stile that is just 95 mm wide.168 respond online. Slide Mono Rail offers the option of two or four pane doors. The two pane mono-track option provides a single opening sash sliding over a fixed pane. the FlipFlow range comes into its own in any building where there is a need to control the flow of people. the upgrade specified like for like replacement – and in this case. enq. Being Grade II listed. metallic and painted wood structure options.external fixtures 47 New Janisol lift-and-slide door Keep moving in the right direction In response to the growing demand for doors with ever larger areas of glass. Slide Mono Rail from Smart is a single track residential sliding door system that provides consumers with a slim and attractive sliding door with all the advantages of modern thermal break profiles..adfonline.eu . this new door allows internal and external spaces to merge together to create a single living environment. efficient separation of monitored areas and public zones. narrow sight-lines and high levels of insulation.165 Crittall windows for iconic London landmark Smart launches single track sliding door The Old Building at the prestigious School of Oriental and African Studies in London has a new appearance. enq. Among the wide choice of finishes is dual colour.167 enq. The Record FlipFlow enables safe. 01376 530800 www.crittall-windows. compressing the seals and allowing the door’s weight to be distributed equally along the length of the threshold. steel systems specialist Schueco Jansen has introduced the Janisol Lift-and-Slide door to provide a complete.164 Designers who need a secure but user-friendly one-way automatic door will find the ideal solution in the latest FlipFlow range from Record UK.uk enq.166 01934 876100 www. maintaining the overall visual appearance of the architecture and significantly improving the thermal performance. thanks to a replacement window scheme.. with the new Crittall windows serving a dual purpose. Any attempt to cross FlipFlow in the unauthorised direction is recognised by an intelligent sensor system. Available in a wide range of polyester powder coated colours. The scheme is part of a plan to upgrade the campus. The doors are ideal for an economic replacement for yesterday’s aluminium sliding doors with traditional UK style construction while upgrading thermal performance for today’s regulations.uk enq.co. this involved the removal of existing Crittall Windows steel profiles from their decaying timber subframes and the installation of new high performance steel Corporate W20 units. preventing unauthorised access to restricted areas. When the door is closed and locked the rollers are retracted. which triggers an alarm. The slim sight lines are also ideal for contemporary new build applications. co. varnishing or cleaning and is easy and quick to install. RenovaDrain is specifically designed to push down through the existing drain and inside the existing drainpipe. 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Dallmer’s Renova 63T Roof Drain is a product that completely overcomes this problem and therefore reduces dramatically the overall cost of roof renovation. a striking green wall and improved pedestrian links to St Martin’s Square. creating a watertight seal via the lip-seals on the down pipe of the drain.5mm.. enq. This well conceived design is made with the precision for which the Dallmer name is respected throughout world – thousands are in use in Europe and the USA.171 enq. a major problem is often the removal of existing roof drains before installing new ones and connecting them inside the building to existing drain-pipes. The new range of roof outlets are suitable for both gravity and siphonic applications and can be installed with virtually any type and style of flat roof be it single ply or bitumen or warm or cold. Woozen delivers excellent whole life costings in comparison to timber based products. With the increasing complexity of roof design the demands placed on fixings done so in equal measure. As a result. The plate has a similar fixing centre to a conventional cleat but with a significantly better pull-out value of 1kN using only one fixing rather than three for a standard cleat. managing director of C. a synthetic peg and a galvanised screw.adfonline. A reinforced. for example.eu . Over 50. If a substandard vapour barrier has also been installed. A variety of factors. 20 mm above the peg end. copper. not least because early detection of the problem is unlikely. ALM took an active part in the design process and with their diverse range of fixings we were able to make changes that enhanced the project and achieved a higher level of insulation. The screw head is buried deep within the peg away from the outer skin. Suitable for zinc.. provide a low degree of thermal conductivity so the risk of thermal bridging and damage is overcome.E. The fixing screw sits deep within the insulating layer so it can’t act as thermal bridge while the vapour barrier has been designed specifically for use with systems that are non-vented. cold metal fixings penetrating the insulation and vapour barrier will quickly cause condensation to occur if inadequate ventilation is in place. localised internal damage may occur. A standing seam zinc system was installed on buildings housing an indoor riding school. To avoid any risk of a cold bridge the preferred fixing method is directly to the rigid insulation. ALM Hard Metals. Polypropylene sleeves on fixings.L. using a system designed especially for this. a veterinary clinic. can be as much as 2mm per metre and with sheet lengths of up to 15 metres a combination of fixed and sliding clips is used. by contrast. respond online. business development manager at ALM Hard Metals in conjunction with VM Zinc discusses the advantages of using fixing systems to avoid the risk of cold bridging in metal roofs. enabling it to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating. leaving no interstices to provide condensation points. The ‘carbon minus’ design will generate surplus energy by running entirely on bio-fuel made from horse manure and bedding. The fixings were a key aspect of what was a compact roof specification. stabling for up to 170 horses. Usable for insulation thicknesses up to 970mm they can be installed with overlapping joints to prevent air leakage. early failure becomes a distinct possibility. The success of this new type of fixing is due to its three elements. if only fixed clips are used.174 ‘Thermal bridging in metal roofs is considered by many to be the biggest threat’ Andrew Denham. self-adhesive vapour barrier designed for use with trapezoidal decks has been developed as it will not break under foot pressure.external fixtures 49 Isolating cold bridges in metal roofing Andrew Denham. a stainless steel plate. in extreme circumstances.” Such fixings facilitate thermal movement which. Fixings may not traditionally have attracted a great deal of interest among specifiers but the increasing diversity of metal roof design can only continue to place greater demands on their performance. “At 10. The saving of a 40-50mm air gap and an 18-20mm thickness of plywood using compact roofs seems set to perpetuate their increased use. most notably point loading. search our information archive at www.000m2 this was Europe’s largest zinc roofing project of the past year. Buildings also incorporate rainwater harvesting. enq. T hermal bridging in metal roofs is considered by many to be the biggest threat to fulfilment of a design life which should otherwise span decades. a SUDS system and solar chimneys to provide natural stack ventilation.. saddlers' and tailors’ workshops and the largest. The potential for it to occur has been greatly increased by operational energy requirements and increasingly high insulation standards. Carl Edwards. Its foil face and bituminous layer also seal around the numerous through-fixings which typify this type of construction. Those which.000 fixings were used in the construction of roofs at the new £16 million equestrian facility for the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery at Woolwich. can provide external sources of compression of the insulation such that. stainless steel and aluminium this works by isolating the fixing between an outer skin and the substrate. provide a ‘telescopic’ function adjust to accommodate a degree of compression. most modern blacksmith's forge in the British Army. added. The fixing compresses the built-up layers. DPCs and cavity trays Why use lead?. The design of the bracket makes it inherently stronger than other similar systems. 01905 750500 www. Most popular of these is DeltaFLORAXX-TOP. Innovative octagonal dimples give high levels of compressive strength. 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Architect. and the original conical rooflight in the building was in desperate need of replacement. epoxy intermediate coat. The design was further challenged by the need to include improved glazing. with insulated up stand infill sections manufactured from aluminum alloy.52 advertorial Lumen supply unique rooflight for iconic Attenborough centre building at Sussex University Lumen rooflight has installed a stunning bespoke conical rooflight as part of extensive restoration works at the Attenborough Centre for Creative Arts (ACCA) at the University of Sussex. and they did offer a unique service for this particular rooflight”. The building had fallen into a state of disrepair. much heavier glass panels. and previously known as the Gardner Arts Centre. high build polyurethane top coat) s3TAINLESSSTEELPURPOSEDESIGNEDCAP sMMTOUGHENED0ILKINGTON!CTIVNEUTRALSELFCLEANOUTER sMMARGONGASCAVITYSILICONESEALED sMMTOUGHENED0ILKINGTON/PTITHERM3 s0OWDERCOATEDALUMINIUMWASUSEDFORTHECAPPING. 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Recticel ready new class of eurothane range Active solution for noise transfer Recticel Insulation is pleased to announce the launch of a Class 0 version of its popular Eurothane GP board Eurothane GP Class 0 is composed from a closed cell. creating an energy efficient. offering increased application possibilities for contractors and safety for end users. which retains all of the insulating properties found in Recticel’s popular Eurothane products. Internally the radiator has multiple 100 per cent energy efficient electric elements embedded in fireclay heat plates. Each radiator has a built-in electronic room thermostat and programming system. Passivent Active SoundScoop Transfer unit is positioned at high level in the partition/wall between two internal spaces. The fireclay acts as a heat transfer medium to ensure an even temperature across the whole of the radiator surface.. heating. 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Cullompton.eu adf The Architects Datafile (ADF) website is an online provider of past and present products and news items for the architect or specifier. A passion for design. Fläkt Woods see the ErP Directive for mechanical ventilation products working in partnership with natural ventilation further enhancing Fläkt Woods’ e3 product range. The units themselves are compact and lightweight and will readily fit in standard kitchen cupboards as well as lofts. The two companies will be working strategically to further enhance Fläkt Woods position as the one of the market leaders in mechanical ventilation. The family comprises of just five models that. Available through a select ‘pronetwork’ of partners. which combined with the very latest in high specification manifold design and Pex-a and Multilayer pipe. 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Offering basic controls and functionality the ERV units are designed for projects that require cost-effective heat recovery ventilation without the complexities of Demand Ventilation Control.0m3/s.com/uk enq.207 SE Controls solves corridor overheating An effective solution to overheated corridors and communal spaces in multi-storey residential buildings has been developed by SE Controls. 0844 856 0590 www. it can make the corridors uncomfortably hot for residents and maintenance teams working within the building.500m³/hr. the new Energy Recovery Ventilation (ERV) series of heat recovery units covers airflow from 500 to 1.208 Eurostove are exclusive UK importers and distributors of WESTFIRE. smoke shaft doors and roof vents. fully controllable and capable of providing nominal airflows between 0. ventilation & services 57 New addition to Xpelair’s Carbonlite range The eQ prime from Fläkt Woods Following the success of the recently launched GX EC3 range.vent-axia. enq. which allows the controlled venting of hot air to cool the corridors. enq. 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The GX12 EC3. a leading global supplier of energy efficient air climate and ventilation systems. which contribute to lowering specific fan power volume (SFPv) and possibly reducing the overall size of the unit. visit our website or call to speak to an advisor. SAEY and ORANIER woodburners and multifuel stoves. the eQ PRIME is compact in size. features improved styling for greater aesthetic appeal and is designed to be one of the most efficient fans on the market. which allows its smoke ventilation systems to also operate as a precisely controlled passive or mechanically assisted natural ventilation system to help maintain comfortable temperatures and energy efficiency.206 0870 849 8056 www. The ERV range consists of two unit sizes (ERV1000 and ERV1500) each available with two versions of control and unit functionality (basic and standard) and two versions of Energy Recovery Cell: the 90 per cent efficient Hi Box or a lower cost 55 per cent efficient cell.stelrad. 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Milliken has announced the latest addition to its extensive portfolio of designs with Build-It! The new collection applies the same design research that inspired Urban Collective. with reclaimed Ruabon Quarries tiles.58 interiors Milliken launches new Build-It! collection BAL adhesives in award-winning museum Following the successful launch in the Spring of its ground-breaking Urban Collective range. Lytelab provides significant energy savings due to its total power consumption being just 45W. is a recreation of an Edwardian shop showing how the takeaway trade developed from Victorian times. The shop floor is tiled. The PUR treatment also means that the flooring is very easy and simple to clean. the Concord Lytelab features a unique adjustable and lockable Fresnel lens. The latest addition to the museum’s Pit Village is Davy’s Fried Fish Shop. 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