Tips & Ideas

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.

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.

Do you enjoy using vivid colours and perhaps even flirt with fluorescent shades in your interiors, designs and art? Perhaps you love how these colours make you feel and revel in the bold statement they make. Well, muted colours can also have this effect when used strategically.

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.

BCI Virtual Equinox was held over three consecutive days at the beginning of May 2021. Designed to connect architects, interior designers and design specifiers with product suppliers. Get a glimpse of the industry insight sessions that were held at this virtual event.

The INDE.Awards is a global architecture and design awards programme which recognises and celebrates projects, people and products within the design industry, whilst simultaneously acting as a barometer of the industry’s progress. The 2021 INDE.Awards marks the programme’s fifth year, celebrating design excellence and innovation in a rapidly changing world.