March 2020
COVID Comments
As the nation goes into lockdown, there’s, understandably, a fair degree of uncertainty.
FEATURED PRODUCTS
SpecAdvisor develops free helpline to support the specification community
With an ever-changing business landscape and many teams now working remotely, getting access to up-to-date information on building products and the supply of these products is becoming increasingly difficult.
GIB’s Commitment to Green
We are proud to be associated with companies that are investing in creating a sustainable building and construction industry.
Tiles Versatile
Tiles have never been more popular with architects and designers specifying them for all parts of the home.
New DumaWall Waterproof Wall Tiles/Panels from PSP
Ditch the complicated grout lines, tools and costs of tiling with an exciting wet-wall solution from PSP.
Stormvault: Reliable stormwater management
Local councils often require stormwater attenuation tanks as part of building consents. Read how stormVAULT prevents water infrastructure from being overwhelmed
Bi-Fold Systems Reinvents Internal Bi-Fold Doors
Invented by two brothers to solve design issues with existing systems, read how Bi Fold Systems’ patented solution takes the frustrations out of bi-fold installation…
Introducing Covertek 401
Covertek 401 is Thermakraft’s exciting, affordable lightweight roof underlay, starting production this month.
Ahead of its Time!
The Romans were far ahead of their time, it’s not surprising Roman-style bricks are back in vogue. See Austral Bricks’ take on this ancient style here:
INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS
Tintagel: Mind the Gap
A Cornish footbridge to a 13th Century medieval castle doesn’t quite meet in the middle.
Life in The Trees
It was a desire to humanise tall buildings that drove Australian-based architect Koichi Takada to design a Los Angeles tower inspired by Californian Redwoods.
Futur Camp Nou, The football stadium that opens to all
Camp Nou is the much-loved home stadium of Barcelona FC. See how the need to expand seating capacity, build a roof, and improve accessibility have driven an ambitious and far reaching plan for the aging facility.
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