The power station that’s on the roof
IT has been dubbed the ultimate rooftop power station, producing enough electricity for 60 houses.
The installation, the latest phase of which has just been...
Luxurious protection
A leisure complex in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France has showcased a range of façade options using aluminium curtain walling.
The swimming pool and spa...
CM Steel Buildings appoints new directors to drive growth
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BATHGATE-based CM Steel Buildings is delighted to announce two new boardroom appointments in Iain Whittington and Iain McNicol.
Iain Whittington, who has worked in the...
New Accies stadium is clad in success
WORKING under the guidance of MLA (Michael Laird Architects), façade specialist MSP recently completed a challenging cladding project for the historic Edinburgh Academical rugby...
Glasgow firm championing women in construction
THE first Women in Roofing conference took place on February 26 in Nottinghamshire, in the run up to International Women’s Day. Women in the...
Passivhaus made simple
By Matthew Evans, technical manager Kingspan TEK
ONE of the most important aspects of any new build today is to get the energy efficiency of...
An Equinox that will last all year – Eurocell
EUROCELL has announced an advanced tiled roof system for new and refurbishment projects.
The latest addition, Equinox, can be used to transform an existing roof...
Façade 2.0: redefining our urban skylines
Over the past decade, the manufacturing industry has experienced unprecedented change. Advancements in technology, heightened awareness of the environmental impact of new builds, as...
Contractor completes Glasgow city centre fabric repairs
CLARK Contracts has announced that the refurbishment of cladding on Jamaica Street and Argyle Street in Glasgow City Centre is now complete.
Two existing canopies...
Edinburgh home wins wood prize
THE home of the head of Edinburgh Napier University’s Centre for Offsite Construction + Innovative Structures has won a top wood award.
Dr Robert Hairstans...
Brick cladding – changing mindsets in Scotland
Conventional handset brickwork remains a popular method of protecting buildings in Scotland. If this method was a new solution, however, architects and contractors wouldn’t...
Making the most of nature’s barriers
Those living near the coast are lucky enough to enjoy beautiful views, but the environment can have serious consequences for their homes. Last year,...
Powder coated fasteners boost £13.7m retail project
POWDER coated fasteners from SFS intec have helped roofing and cladding contractor Roofdec create a ‘striking’ new building envelope for an extension to the...
Steel and cladding specialist shortlisted for top environmental award
ABERDEENSHIRE-based steel and cladding specialist KR Group has been shortlisted for the 2024 VIBES Scottish Environment Business Awards.
The family business is the only north...
Repairs give students room with a view
“A hill for magnitude, a mountain in virtue of its bold design”. This is Robert Louis Stevenson’s description of Arthur’s Seat which is the...
Fluidity and flexibility are key to Lakesmere growth
Project Scotland speaks to David Gray, managing director – northern regions, Lakesmere Group, as the Group’s turnover gets set to exceed £100 million
Q) How...
Airbloc means low energy costs at oldest university
MAINTAINING the energy efficiency of buildings is a challenge at the best of times but with the entrances of two state-of-the-art buildings at the...
Zinc helps shed light on construction heritage
ROOFING and facades from VMZINC have helped bring to life the Engine Shed in Stirling, Historic Environment Scotland’s national conservation centre.
ANTHRA-ZINC standing seam, flat...
Edinburgh students to sleep easy in smart new accommodation
A landmark building in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat is to be transformed into a residence for students at Edinburgh University.
Lakesmere Scotland will...
Brick clad system certified
SHACKERLEY has announced it has secured a BBA Agrément Certificate for the company’s BrickClad mechanically fixed brick cladding system.
Launched last year to allow specifiers...
