Specification

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

Upstands revisited: Best practice for contemporary flat roof design

2026-07-01T10:01:45+01:00

AccuRoof Technical Director Daniel Bosworth discusses how upstand design has evolved since BS 6229:2018, and what architects need to consider today to ensure compliance, durability and robust waterproofing across increasingly complex roof interfaces.

Upstands revisited: Best practice for contemporary flat roof design2026-07-01T10:01:45+01:00

Steel Window Association Awards 2026

2026-06-23T10:18:58+01:00

The Cotswold Casement Company, West Leigh, and Associated Steel Window Services are among the companies that have triumphed at this year’s SWA Awards.

Steel Window Association Awards 20262026-06-23T10:18:58+01:00

Delivering safer buildings – embedding fire, health and life safety into design practice

2026-06-17T17:26:30+01:00

Watch the AT webinar, in partnership with Siderise, exploring how architects, practitioners and fire specialists are responding to the Building Safety Act by embedding fire, health and life safety into every stage of design, specification and project delivery.

Delivering safer buildings – embedding fire, health and life safety into design practice2026-06-17T17:26:30+01:00

Slide into play

2026-06-16T09:51:28+01:00

Little Tikes Commercial explores how durable materials, inclusive design and varied play experiences can help architects deliver playgrounds that are engaging, accessible and adaptable over time.

Slide into play2026-06-16T09:51:28+01:00
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