Ask the expert: Passive fire protection
Ask the expert: Passive fire protection

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.

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.

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The Francis Crick Institute

Guaranteed waterproofing products from Radmat play a key role at Europe’s largest biomedical research facility.

VMZINC Gallery 2024

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Transformative façades

James Hardie explores the key performance and aesthetic benefits of its Hardie® Architectural Panel.

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.

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