Darren Brennan, Specification Director at Siderise, answers readers’ questions on passive fire protection for the building envelope.
Materials library: Bennetts Associates
Peter Fisher and Alexandra Francis discuss how the practice’s nuanced approach to sustainability balances material research and data analysis with storytelling and a resource-minimalist aesthetic.
Designing for safety, security and sustainability
Watch the AT webinar, in partnership with Kuraray and Selectaglaze, exploring how architects and consultants are designing resilient, low-carbon buildings that are secure, durable and inviting.
From earth to action
Jim Matthews, managing director of HG Matthews, talks to AT about the challenges and opportunities facing the construction industry as it shifts towards more sustainable and regenerative practices, and the role of leadership, innovation and collaboration in driving meaningful change.
Retain, reuse, reimagine
Charlie Luxton and VELUX rethink the rural retrofit at Lamorna House in the Cotswolds.
The Francis Crick Institute
Guaranteed waterproofing products from Radmat play a key role at Europe’s largest biomedical research facility.
Karta to exhibit recycled leather flooring at Clerkenwell Design Week
Karta continues to push boundaries in sustainable flooring with its latest innovation, the Recycled Leather Series.
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Spectraplan® TPE: A single ply alternative
AccuRoof Trading Director Rob Edwards discusses the key performance and environmental benefits of the IKO Spectraplan® TPE single ply roofing membrane, with Architecture Today’s Technical Editor John Ramshaw.
Celebrating design and craftsmanship
The Steel Window Association showcases entries for the second annual SWA Awards, due to be announced in June.
Rethinking Resi 2025
Watch the AT webinar, in partnership with FabSpeed and Velux, exploring how architects, clients and self-builders are developing new housing types and delivery models to address the housing crisis.
Marks Barfield Architects on Being a Good Ancestor
Marks Barfield Architects was one of the front-runners in the Being a Good Ancestor section of the 2024 Regenerative Architecture Index. In this video Julia Barfield and Darcy Arnold-Jones chart the practice's journey towards regenerative architecture, and share some of the initiatives and projects that made the practice stand out.
Materials library: Alison Brooks Architects
Alison Brooks and Ruben Ramos discuss the way the practice’s approach to materiality is informed by socio-cultural factors, environmental concerns, and a desire to reconnect with nature.
Learning from the past
Michelmersh explores the rising popularity of Roman bricks in contemporary architecture.
Why competence matters
Siderise explores the importance of building competency in passive fire safety and acoustics, and introduces its new online learning platform.
Collaborative façade design: IMS-Tetsuya Nakamura Building by SRA Architects
Project leaders from SRA Architects, britplas, and Schüco discuss the collaborative processes and technical challenges behind the façade of the IMS-Tetsuya Nakamura Building in Oxford with AT’s Technical Editor John Ramshaw.
Aluminium roofing best practice
Simon Walker, Category Manager at SIG Hard Metals, discusses best practice for the design, installation and maintenance of aluminium roofs with Architecture Today’s Technical Editor John Ramshaw.
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School of Specification – Security through laminated glass
Allan Gibson, AIS Global Product/Marketing Segment Manager at Kuraray Europe, has produced a School of Specification module exploring security using laminated glass. Here, he considers the main security threats for glazing and what can be done to mitigate them.
The way forward for sustainable fibre cement facades
EQUITONE explores the environmental credentials of its high-performance C2C Certified® fibre cement cladding.
Striking the right note
Backlit HIMACS solid surface panels articulate the eye-catching ‘Sounds of Hayes’ underpass in west London.
AI and new digital tools in practice
Watch the AT webinar, in partnership with Deltek and Vectorworks, exploring the opportunities, challenges, and real-world applications of AI and new software tools for shaping the future of architecture and construction.
Made from Stone
Rockpanel introduces a new concept in sustainable façade cladding, reaffirming its commitment to sustainability, fire safety, and cutting-edge design.
Collaborative façade design: Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios
Project leaders from Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios, AKT II, Arkoni, and Schüco discuss the collaborative processes and technical challenges behind the façade of Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, Shropshire, with AT’s Technical Editor John Ramshaw.
Best practice for waterproofing balconies
AccuRoof Technical Director Daniel Bosworth discusses the do’s and don’ts of balcony waterproofing with Architecture Today’s Technical Editor John Ramshaw.
School of Specification – Incorporating client feedback
Nigel Ostime, principal of Ostime Consulting, has produced a School of Specification module exploring the importance of feedback. Here, he considers what clients are looking for from architects and how practitioners can improve their performance.
Leading by example
 Ben Hancock, Managing Director of Oscar Acoustics, discusses how industry leaders can drive sustainability.
Looking back
Radmat discusses how its state-of-the-art thermal insulation played a key role at Gasholders London, designed by WilkinsonEyre.
Specifying passive fire protection with confidence and clarity
Siderise has launched a suite of digital, application-specific Specification Packs to support design teams in achieving robust passive fire protection specifications.
Transformative façades
James Hardie explores the key performance and aesthetic benefits of its Hardie® Architectural Panel.
School of Specification – Introduction to the Urban Greening Factor
Rob Beswick, founder and director of BD landscape architects, has produced a School of Specification module exploring the Urban Greening Factor. Here, he considers the main UGF principles and factor values.
Heritage and conservation: Adapting for inclusivity, reducing energy costs and meeting carbon targets
Watch the AT webinar, in partnership with Selectaglaze and Velux, exploring strategies for balancing architectural heritage with modern performance demands.
Two events, one ticket
Attendees to this year’s Futurebuild Arena – taking place at London Excel from 4th-6th March – will also be able to access the National Retrofit Conference with a single ticket.
