Zinc roofers and ornamentalists receive cultural recognition from UNESCO
AT Editor2024-12-05T14:25:07+00:00UNESCO has recognised Parisian zinc roofers and ornamentalists, adding them to the List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Collaborative façade design: Lamb Street by Foster + Partners
AT Editor2025-01-16T11:25:49+00:00Project leaders from Foster + Partners, Bond Bryan, and Nuëcø Facade & Glazing Solutions discuss the collaborative process and technical challenges behind the steel and glass façade of London's Lamb Street development, with AT’s Technical Editor John Ramshaw.
Tech tools for innovative practice: Addressing the challenges of 2025
AT Editor2024-12-06T14:05:51+00:00Watch the AT webinar, in partnership with Milient and Vectorworks, exploring how technology can be used to boost productivity, efficiency, and innovation within architectural practice.
Form, functionality, and future proofing
AT Editor2024-12-03T11:16:43+00:00Kensington Blinds explores the five key reasons why architects should specify exterior blinds.
Ask the expert: Thermal bridges
AT Editor2024-12-10T10:06:20+00:00Matthew Evans, Director of Technical and Regulatory Affairs at Kingspan Insulation, answers questions on thermal bridges.
School of Specification – An introduction to natural and bio-based materials
AT Editor2024-11-27T12:25:20+00:00Ian Pritchett, co-founder and Growth & Innovation Director at Greencore Homes, has produced a module on natural and bio-based materials in sustainable construction for School of Specification. Here, he discusses the methodology behind carbon budgets and targets, and the importance of the ‘one planet living’ framework.
School of Specification – Changes to the English planning system
AT Editor2024-11-26T15:59:43+00:00Katharine Woods, Associate Director at DP9, has produced a School of Specification learning module on changes to the English planning system. Here, she explores the nature of the new legislative changes, the effect they are having on architects and clients, and what to expect next.
Ask the expert: Colour and inclusive design
AT Editor2024-12-10T10:06:29+00:00Dawn Scott, Senior Colour Designer at Dulux Trade, answers readers’ questions on the importance of colour in inclusive design.
New safety features for Vision 7 door
AT Editor2024-11-25T16:01:24+00:00Reynaers has broadened the functionality of its high-performance Vision 7 Thermal Commercial Door with new panic hardware.
Reducing carbon in steel
AT Editor2024-11-25T09:59:22+00:00Metsec explores the sustainability credentials of light-gauge steel framing systems, including its CO2 and carbon-reducing Metsec Decarb product range.
Futurebuild 2025
AT Editor2024-11-19T17:44:27+00:00The influential construction show marks two decades with launch of Impact 20x20 – an inspiring initiative that provides a platform for visionary ideas and practical insights.
Materials library: Bindloss Dawes
AT Editor2024-12-18T13:25:21+00:00George Dawes and Oliver Bindloss discuss how the practice’s approach to materiality is being driven by its predominantly rural workload, interest in collaborating with local craftspeople, and desire to produce cost-effective buildings that stand the test of time.