Specification

School of Specification – Zinc as a building envelope

2026-08-03T12:47:44+01:00

Jonathan Lowy, Operational Marketing Manager at VM Building Solutions, has produced a School of Specification module exploring the use of zinc in roofing and façade applications. Here, he discusses the material’s performance and aesthetic qualities, as well as key specification considerations.

School of Specification – Zinc as a building envelope2026-08-03T12:47:44+01:00

Designing for ageing well: specifying colour and paint in elderly care environments

2026-07-24T13:05:28+01:00

Dulux Trade's Dawn Scott and Andrew Cleaver, in conversation with Architecture Today's Technical Editor John Ramshaw, discuss how informed colour specification and durable coating solutions can support independence, dignity and long-term performance across elderly care projects.

Designing for ageing well: specifying colour and paint in elderly care environments2026-07-24T13:05:28+01:00

School of Specification – Forensic fire safety

2026-08-03T12:46:01+01:00

Sam Morley, Senior Associate at Hawkins, has produced a School of Specification module exploring forensic fire safety. Here, he discusses how fire investigations reveal building defects and the lessons architects can learn from them.

School of Specification – Forensic fire safety2026-08-03T12:46:01+01:00

Taking innovation on tour

2026-07-30T14:23:31+01:00

After welcoming more than 20,000 visitors in 2026, Futurebuild is taking its innovation programme to UK Construction Week Birmingham, showcasing proven solutions ready for industry adoption.

Taking innovation on tour2026-07-30T14:23:31+01:00

Bringing clarity to low-carbon aluminium

2026-07-28T15:27:22+01:00

Senior Architectural Systems argues that meaningful carbon reporting requires greater transparency, with product-specific EPDs that account for complete system build-ups rather than relying on aluminium billet figures alone.

Bringing clarity to low-carbon aluminium2026-07-28T15:27:22+01:00

Helping small studios thrive

2026-07-28T15:28:46+01:00

SumUp explores the operational challenges facing small architecture practices, from cash flow and technology to talent and long-term growth.

Helping small studios thrive2026-07-28T15:28:46+01:00

Circularity in architecture – designing for a zero-waste future

2026-07-24T12:08:25+01:00

Watch the AT webinar, in partnership with TECHNAL UK & Ireland, exploring how circular design principles are being put into practice across the built environment, from material recovery and verified product data to closed-loop façade recycling and the radical reuse of existing buildings.

Circularity in architecture – designing for a zero-waste future2026-07-24T12:08:25+01:00

Digitising roofing specification: tools, data and detail

2026-05-13T09:31:40+01:00

David Coldham, Technical Director at IKO, discusses how the company’s Information & Resource Hub provides architects with the technical advice, tools and support needed to develop coordinated, compliant and buildable roofing specifications.

Digitising roofing specification: tools, data and detail2026-05-13T09:31:40+01:00

Using data to unlock value

2026-07-03T10:27:30+01:00

PropertyData discusses how data-driven insights can give architects a competitive edge when it comes to securing residential retrofit and refurbishment projects.

Using data to unlock value2026-07-03T10:27:30+01:00

Designing for care: specifying colour and paint in healthcare environments

2026-06-29T10:01:46+01:00

Dulux Trade’s Dawn Scott and Andrew Cleaver, in conversation with Architecture Today’s Technical Editor John Ramshaw, discusses how evidence-based colour strategies and high-performance paint systems can support wellbeing, inclusivity and long-term performance across healthcare projects.

Designing for care: specifying colour and paint in healthcare environments2026-06-29T10:01:46+01:00

The language of light

2026-07-03T10:31:19+01:00

Hillarys explores how designers use natural and artificial light, alongside blinds and window treatments, to shape atmosphere, define space and create more adaptable residential interiors.

The language of light2026-07-03T10:31:19+01:00
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