Tips & Ideas

When it comes to interior design, plants are a great way to add life and colour to a room.

Groups of innovative individuals around the world are fighting to combat alarming trends in construction waste. Here are 5 creative ways that designers are using recycled materials in their architecture.

Timber is the most used building material in Japan, with the best craftsmen in the country considered Living National Treasures. Why does Japan have such a strong relationship with wood? This article explains the cultural and geographic influences that have allowed Japanese woodworkers to innovate profoundly.

Earth Day is celebrated by billions of people across the globe each year on April 22, to raise awareness and demonstrate support for environmental protection.

Decarbonisation throughout the building life-cycle has become an essence of contemporary architectural design.

The No Waste Challenge is addressing the far-reaching impacts of waste and consumerism on climate change.

Without a well written specification document, a great design can turn into a disastrous build in no time and the buck stops with the architect. This article will explain why accurate specification is important, and how easily accessible technical product information benefits both design professionals and product suppliers.

Building construction and operations make up 38% of the world’s energy-related CO2 emissions, according to the 2020 Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction published by UN Environment Programme.

As we progress into the future and develop new technology and AI capabilities, smart home security system designs are becoming more and more advanced and accessible for the public. No longer are fingerprint and face scanners, high tech cameras and locks confined to the realm if Hollywood.

The award winning AuREUS system is transforming windows and walls into vibrant coulorful facades. But this innovative technology has a more important goal than simply applying a colorful façade treatment.