Ask the expert: Brick bonds
AT Editor2026-04-07T16:43:34+01:00Dave Johnstone, Technical Services Manager at Michelmersh, answers readers’ questions on brick bonds
Ask the Expert: Acoustic design for audio-inclusivity
AT Editor2026-01-26T17:19:18+00:00Ben Hancock, Managing Director at Oscar Acoustics, answers readers’ questions on how architects can design audio-inclusive spaces that support communication, connection, and focus.
Ask the expert: Navigating Whole Life Carbon Assessment for flat roofs
AT Editor2025-12-09T11:08:55+00:00Louis Weir, Sustainability Manager at IKO, answers readers’ questions on how whole life carbon assessment is shaping the design and specification of flat roofing systems.
Ask the expert: Solid surfaces
AT Editor2025-08-04T13:07:11+01:00Martin Saxby, UK Country Manager at LX Hausys, answers readers’ questions on solid surfaces.
Ask the expert: Acoustic design for future-ready workspaces
AT Editor2026-02-18T17:26:37+00:00Ben Hancock, Managing Director of Oscar Acoustics, answers readers’ questions on how acoustic solutions can support health, productivity, and inclusivity in the post-pandemic office.
Ask the expert: Glass partitioning
AT Editor2025-07-03T17:29:27+01:00Peter Long, Divisional Fire & Certification Director at Optima Systems, answers readers’ questions on glass partitioning.
Ask the expert: Specifying sustainable hardwoods
AT Editor2025-06-16T16:04:45+01:00James White, Timber Sales Development Manager at James Latham, answers readers’ questions on specifying sustainable hardwoods.
Ask the expert: Passive fire protection
AT Editor2025-04-15T15:49:11+01:00Darren Brennan, Specification Director at Siderise, answers readers’ questions on passive fire protection for the building envelope.
Ask the expert: Brick workmanship
AT Editor2025-02-06T11:16:52+00:00Dave Johnstone, Technical Services Manager at Michelmersh, answers readers’ questions on brick workmanship.
Ask the expert: Balcony connectors
AT Editor2024-12-10T10:06:12+00:00Leviat’s Nicolas De Vrieze and Nobert Omony answer readers’ questions on balcony connectors.
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.
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.