Häfele UK has added EGLO to its lighting portfolio, building on its existing offering with the aim to provide lighting solutions for every room in the home. A wide selection of products from EGLO’s affordable luxury range will now be available from Häfele including decorative pendants, ceiling and wall lights,
The leading material supplier and supply chain solutions provider – thyssenkrupp Materials UK, is proud to announce a pioneering partnership with Kemps Lighting, marking a significant milestone in sustainability within the construction and architecture sectors. Kemps Lighting has become the first company in the UK to receive the greenability Product
Wilsonart UK, the world-leading engineered surfaces specialist, has confirmed full product availability across its Polyrey, Resopal and Bushboard brands, via the manufacturer’s national distribution network. Following the recent appointment of Panelco as a nationwide distributor of the company’s Polyrey brand, the major strategic partner has this week confirmed plans to
Partnership will enable users to instantly scan spaces and then experiment with lighting solutions to find the optimum design Metaroom by Amrax, a spatial 3D data capture company, has announced a partnership with the world’s largest lighting design software provider DIALux. The tie-up will enable users to send 3D scan
Deanestor, one of the UK’s leading furniture and fitout specialists, has delivered a £1.6m contract to provide more than 300 high specification kitchens for a major new co-living scheme in Leeds, developed by Caddick Developments. Mercer West and Madison East are two adjoining apartment buildings near the River Aire in
ROCCIA’s annual Trade Event, which took place this month, was a knockout success, with the high-end tile specialist welcoming a record number of tradespeople from across the UK to its annual supplier showcase. The event, held at ROCCIA’s Preston showroom, provides anyone working in the kitchens, bathrooms and home building or
Keller Kitchens introduces bio-based kitchen Keller has delivered a first for the kitchen market; a bio-based kitchen. enduura® is exceptional because the material used is not readily available in the market. By bringing together complementary suppliers, Keller has created a bio-based interior panel suitable for mass production, from their own
Nick Parsons, Executive Chairperson of AKW Holdings Group, Clare Hayward MBE DL High Sheriff of Cheshire and Cllr Simon Whittaker, Mayor of Middlewich opened a new AKW manufacturing facility in Middlewich, Cheshire. AKW, one of the UK’s leading providers of accessibility solutions, is pleased to announce the opening of its
A shatterproof safety mirror with top sustainability credentials has been launched by Saint-Gobain Glass. MIRALITE® EASYSAFE delivers enhanced safety performance in comparison to standard mirrors and is ideal for use in high-traffic areas such as public buildings, sports facilities, shopping centres, bars, restaurants and hotels, When a standard mirror breaks,
Form should never compromise function, particularly in respect of building design. Aesthetics are important but must not usurp the need to create homes that optimise occupant safety and comfort. Prioritising the performance of materials such as insulation are integral to this outcome. For architects, early engagement with a specialist insulation
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Häfele UK has added EGLO to its lighting portfolio, building on its existing offering with the aim to provide lighting solutions for every room in the home. A wide selection of products from EGLO’s affordable luxury range will now be available from Häfele including decorative pendants, ceiling and wall lights, downlights, bathroom lighting, track lighting and LED ceiling fans. EGLO’s products are inherently trend-led, enabling customers to add personality and visual interest to their spaces through decorative lighting. Pendants and ceiling lights are available in a mix of unique shapes and finishes, with a collection of vintage, art-deco, geometric and retro-inspired pieces on offer. Certain fixtures tap into sustainable and biophilic design, while finishes including matt black, gleaming brass and coloured glass enable customerswith any taste to select their own statement piece. Adding EGLO to its portfolio enables Häfele to support the industry with ‘whole house’ lighting provision, having previously been recognised as a leader in the field of LED and furniture lighting solutions. The EGLO products now available from Häfele will enable customers to purchase cost-effective lighting solutions for multiple applications from one source, with some of the range also suitable for commercial environments including offices,and retail and leisure spaces. The EGLO range will be included in Häfele’s new Lighting and Electrical Directory available from October and can be added to designs developed by Häfele’s free Lighting Design Service, as part of Service+ Planning. Jake Loughlin, Category Manager for Lighting and Electrical, said: “It’s long been our ambition to build on our industry-recognised expertise in furniture lighting, and offer a solution for every room in the home, providing a true ‘lighting for living’ proposition. “The addition of EGLO to our range is a key part of this strategy and will make us an invaluable partner to customers who want to create efficiencies by working with a sole lighting supplier for all their needs. “As a luxury product with an affordable price tag, the EGLO range makes it easy to put decorative, statement pieces at the centre of interior design without a huge cost outlay. We anticipate a very positive response to the brand now being part of our lighting portfolio, and look forward to seeing the incredible impact the products have on the spaces our customers are creating.” Find out more about EGLO lighting from Häfele at https://www.hafele.co.uk/eglo. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
The leading material supplier and supply chain solutions provider – thyssenkrupp Materials UK, is proud to announce a pioneering partnership with Kemps Lighting, marking a significant milestone in sustainability within the construction and architecture sectors. Kemps Lighting has become the first company in the UK to receive the greenability Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) certification from thyssenkrupp Materials UK. This achievement showcases their commitment to transparency and sustainability by thoroughly assessing their entire supply chain using the cradle-to-gate approach. The company in the UK, which is part of the global thyssenkrupp Materials Services, offers comprehensive services to calculate and improve product carbon footprints (PCF) through its newly launched greenability brand. Their carbon footprint consulting aims to enhance the sustainability of supply chains and improve overall environmental impact. The greenability brand aims to further thyssenkrupp Materials UK commitment to environmental stewardship and also focuses on providing carbon-reduced materials such as aluminium, stainless steel and carbon steel. The greenability initiative from thyssenkrupp Materials UK provides optimal view for resource utilisation, and Kemps Lighting portrays this through their exemplary use of aluminium products. This certification ensures every emission from production to delivery is accounted for, offering the only third party-certified calculation of product carbon footprints in the materials industry. Billy Kingsbury, CEO of thyssenkrupp Materials UK, commented: “We are delighted to partner with Kemps Lighting, a company that shares our dedication to sustainability and innovation. This certification not only highlights their leadership in reducing carbon emissions but also sets a new standard for sustainability in the commercial lighting industry. Our greenability initiative empowers our partners to make well-informed, sustainable decisions, and we are excited to see the positive impact this will have on the industry.” Supporting the TM65 standard: the greenability certification plays a key role in supporting the TM65 standard within the construction and architecture industry. TM65 helps quantify and manage the embodied carbon emissions associated with mechanical, electrical, and public health (MEP) products in buildings, promoting more sustainable practices across the industry. The PCF certification supports the TM65 standard by enhancing sustainability reporting through more accurate and reliable carbon footprint data, broken down into product lifecycle stages. It supports Kemps Lighting in positioning itself as a leader in the field of sustainability within the commercial lighting sector and builds confidence with clients and stakeholders by providing third-party verified carbon footprint metrics. It also contributes to the industry effort in combating climate change by promoting lower-carbon products such as aluminium extrusion. Mark Kemp, CEO of Kemps Lighting, stated: “The partnership between thyssenkrupp Materials UK and Kemps Lighting showcases how collaborative efforts can lead to remarkable advancements in sustainability. This certification is a significant step forward in their shared commitment to a greener future and sets a new benchmark for sustainability in the industry.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Wilsonart UK, the world-leading engineered surfaces specialist, has confirmed full product availability across its Polyrey, Resopal and Bushboard brands, via the manufacturer’s national distribution network. Following the recent appointment of Panelco as a nationwide distributor of the company’s Polyrey brand, the major strategic partner has this week confirmed plans to extend its Wilsonart portfolio. The tactical development will see Panelco introduce a number of additional collections from the company’s Bushboard range of worksurfaces, upstands, splashbacks and waterproof wall panels; including Options, Omega, Zenith, Alloy and Nuance. Further news of this brand expansion will be released over the following month, as Panelco builds its Bushboard-focused stock inventory throughout September. Wilsonart’s extensive product portfolio also continues to be available from a network of key distribution partners including BGN Boards, Noyeks, Blackheath Products, Claygate Distribution, Ideal Bathrooms, Mitchells Worktops, and Barwick Bathrooms. Thanks to the diversity of products across the Wilsonart brand portfolio and the company’s commitment to speed of delivery and availability, customers from sectors such as residential, retail, hospitality, healthcare and education, can readily source a multitude of surface solutions to meet their specific needs. Tim Emery, Sales Director at Wilsonart UK said: “At Wilsonart UK we are 100% focused on maintaining and developing a strong, reliable distribution network that ensures a seamless supply of our core brands and products into our varied customer-base.” With an underlying focus on growth and service, the company’s core brand ethos remains a principal driving force; We deliver customer visions with surfaces you love, service you can count on, and people who care. For more information, visit wilsonart.co.uk Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Partnership will enable users to instantly scan spaces and then experiment with lighting solutions to find the optimum design Metaroom by Amrax, a spatial 3D data capture company, has announced a partnership with the world’s largest lighting design software provider DIALux. The tie-up will enable users to send 3D scan data from Amrax’s Metaroom solution directly to DIALux’s planning software. This new feature will be available from mid-September with the release of DIALux evo 13. This allows the fast creation of precise and detailed light plans for each room. Scans* can be made in a matter of minutes on any Apple Pro device with a LiDAR sensor and then instantly imported into DIALux. At this point, users can experiment with scores of different factors to find the most cost effective, aesthetically pleasing, functional and sustainable lighting solution for their space. The partnership between Metaroom and DIALux aims to streamline the spatial design process for professional designers and consequently help to power innovation, sustainable design, and lower costs. The Metaroom app is an advanced 3D scanning app, driven by the power of AI, LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging), and SLAM (Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping) technologies. The tool enables professionals in spatial planning industries to envision and redefine spaces. The Metaroom solution is a workflow consisting of Metaroom app for capture and Metaroom Studio for optimisation before export. Through the Metaroom app users can scan rooms using an iPhone Pro or iPad Pro*. These scans are then uploaded to the cloud, generating true-to-scale 3D models within seconds. Users can then use the web application, Metaroom Studio, to enrich these 3D models with additional information before exporting, ensuring project-specific customisation and precision. DIALux is the global standard in lighting design software, utilized by over 750,000 active users to design, calculate, and visualize lighting for both indoor and outdoor areas. Featuring real luminaires from over 412 DIALux members, users can create unique atmospheres and generate comprehensive project documentation. Available in 26 languages, DIALux supports a worldwide network of lighting professionals and adheres to the open BIM approach. The integration with Metaroom is also based on open BIM and IFC standards. DIAL always prioritizes the needs of lighting designers in its feature development, aiming to streamline their workflows and simplify their tasks. By using Metaroom, lighting designers can save significant time when designing and placing luminaires. Projects can be conveniently downloaded from Metaroom Studio and imported into DIALux. The planning results can then be exported as an IFC model for the Open BIM process or other programs, significantly reducing the workload. Martin Huber, CEO of Amrax, said: “Advances in 3D modelling, software and AI are combining to democratise design. Lighting designers and electrical planners now have access to powerful tools that significantly enhance efficiency, enabling them to serve more customers in less time. This is going to lead to a revolution in how buildings are designed and how we all interact with our built environment. “Partnerships between cutting edge solutions like Metaroom and DIALux are key to powering this change. By creating an extensive ecosystem of lighting design solutions, we will significantly improve accessibility, reduce costs and bring spatial design to the mainstream.” Dieter Polle, CEO at DIALux, said: “Simply scan the room with your smartphone and start planning right away. Wouldn’t that be fantastic? By integrating Metaroom into DIALux, this is now possible. The time-consuming task of constructing the geometry before starting the actual lighting design is eliminated. Martin’s team and their solution have convinced us. The integration follows our Open BIM strategy technologically. With this integration, we’ve made life a bit easier for lighting designers.” Over 11.000 Metaroom users, including key players in the lighting, wireless planning and AEC industries, have registered through the Metaroom app and joined the Amrax B2B ecosystem dedicated to spatial design and 3D modelling. *Metaroom app’s scanning functionality is currently compatible with all LIDAR-enabled Apple devices (starting from iPhone 12 Pro and iPad Pro 2020 generation devices). However, you can view or download shared 3D models directly in any web browser through Metaroom Studio. The digital twin is created with the Metaroom app within minutes by using RGB and depth sensors from an iPhone or iPad Pro together with deep-learning neural networks. The accuracy of LiDAR sensors of the iPhone 14 Pro model is at 0.5-1%. The recognition range is approximately 5 meters. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Deanestor, one of the UK’s leading furniture and fitout specialists, has delivered a £1.6m contract to provide more than 300 high specification kitchens for a major new co-living scheme in Leeds, developed by Caddick Developments. Mercer West and Madison East are two adjoining apartment buildings near the River Aire in Leeds’ vibrant cultural quarter, which were built by Caddick Construction. This build-to-rent development is part of SOYO Leeds – a new neighbourhood in the heart of the city which has transformed a site along The Headrow. A mix of studio, one, two and three-bed apartments were designed by DLG Architects, together with new public realm, outdoor courtyards, retail, restaurant and ground floor amenity spaces. Deanestor provided bespoke, contemporary kitchens for 331 apartments in a range of configurations to suit each apartment layout. This involved the manufacture and installation of around 4,500 items of furniture including base and wall cabinets, drawers, tall fridge unit, oven housing and solid white quartz worktops. According to Eugene Cannon, Senior Quantity Surveyor at Caddick Construction,“The Deanestor team excelled commercially and in the design phase for this complex and large-scale co-living scheme. They were helpful at each stage and had a common-sense approach to any challenges, such as the need to upgrade appliances. The finished kitchens are great – good quality, contemporary detailing, superior worktops, and gave us the value for money we were looking for.” The kitchen cabinetry was supplied in two colour palettes for alternate floors – stone grey and dark blue, and with black D-shaped handles and brushed satin taps. Each kitchen was fully equipped by Deanestor with integrated appliances – a built-in oven, microwave, ceramic hob, washer dryer, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. The apartments have oak flooring throughout the kitchen, dining, living, and utility areas to create a seamless flow. There is a range of amenities for residents, including an exclusive on-site gym, bike storage and repair station, 24/7 concierge, lounge space, and secure private parking. Deanestor provides a complete furniture and fitout service for both bedrooms and kitchens, working on major co-living schemes for some of the UK’s leading residential property developers and contractors. Its high specification cabinets are built for longevity and crafted using robust glue and dowel constructions which provide a modern yet durable finish for build-to-rent developments. The kitchens are all bespoke, offering developers a vast range of options, and are pre-assembled in Deanestor’s factory for consistently higher quality installations and to reduce work on site. For further information, visit www.deanestor.co.uk, call 01623 420041 or email enquiries@deanestor.com Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
ROCCIA’s annual Trade Event, which took place this month, was a knockout success, with the high-end tile specialist welcoming a record number of tradespeople from across the UK to its annual supplier showcase. The event, held at ROCCIA’s Preston showroom, provides anyone working in the kitchens, bathrooms and home building or renovating industry with the opportunity to speak first-hand with trade experts from ROCCIA and its key suppliers including Kelmore, RUBI, PCS, Genesis, CT1, Dural, Tile Rite, BAL, Schluter Systems, First Trace and BAL/Ardex. But there was another special guest that visitors to the show were keen to meet, former WBC World Champion (and I’m A Celebrity star) Tony Bellew. Tony has become a familiar face in the ROCCIA showroom, as a valued client, and was on hand to oversee the ROCCIA ‘punch machine challenge’ which saw individuals battle it out to demonstrate the strength of their punch. Attendees also got to find out more about the latest adhesives and tiling tools with live demonstrations throughout the day. The event also raised more than £1,140 for the Rosemere Cancer Foundation a local charity which supports world-class cancer treatment throughout Lancashire and South Cumbria, funding cutting edge equipment and supporting innovative ways to take the fear out of cancer for patients and their families. Anyone who donated £20 to the charity received a ROCCIA Gift Bucket full of goodies worth more than £55 and were entered into a prize raffle. Commenting on this year’s event, Jonathon Stopforth, Trade Account Manager at ROCCIA, said: “We’re committed to supporting our trade account members year-round with the best service, exclusive products, offers and expert advice, but it’s fantastic when trade customers as well as suppliers get together for our annual ROCCIA Trade Event to enjoy networking, learning and freebies. We were delighted to welcome back familiar faces to the event as well as meet some of our newest trade members. “The day was a great opportunity to celebrate our ever-growing trade community and for industry experts to showcase what’s new; sharing best-practice advice and tips on everything tiles, kitchen and bathroom fitting. Our ROCCIA trade team were on hand throughout the day to explain more about ways to save time and money when fitting tiles within client’s homes and commercial properties. “There was a real buzz around the business, and we were glad to welcome more visitors than ever before as the event goes from strength to strength. “Congratulations to all of the winners on the day – especially Gaz Fenton who got to take home the Tony Bellew signed gloves. And thank you to Tony for helping us to make it a great and fun event. His unique blend of sportsmanship and motivational insights left us in awe of what he’s achieved.” More information can be found at www.roccia.com Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Keller Kitchens introduces bio-based kitchen Keller has delivered a first for the kitchen market; a bio-based kitchen. enduura® is exceptional because the material used is not readily available in the market. By bringing together complementary suppliers, Keller has created a bio-based interior panel suitable for mass production, from their own manufacturing facility in Bergen op Zoom, The Netherlands. With the introduction of the biobased kitchen, DKG takes an important step towards its goal: 100% bio-based products by 2030. The base material is MDF which comprises residual streams from the wood industry. This means that no trees are cut down for its production, thus avoiding extra CO2 emissions. In addition, conventional MDF contains a binder made from fossil, environmentally-harmful materials. With the enduura®, the binder of this super-sustainable kitchen comes from organic residues from the food industry; namely sunflower seeds and rapeseed. These resources are completely renewable, while the protein concentrate from these seeds has been found to work exceptionally well as a binder for sheet material in the interior industry. The top layer is a HPL (high pressure laminate) made from kraft paper and a bio-based resin in place of phenolic resin. This makes the kitchen free from phenol and formaldehyde which is a chemical that emits an unpleasant odour which is harmful. Kraft paper, already widely used for biodegradable packaging, is made from the pulp of coniferous trees, which are more sustainable as they grow much faster than deciduous trees. The applied organic resin is made from bagasse fibre, the residue of sugar cane once all the sugar has been extracted. The result is a bio-based sheet material made from renewable raw materials that are much less burdensome on the environment than traditional materials. Because they sequester CO2 during their growth and because production is often more energy-efficient than with traditional materials, the CO2 footprint is substantially smaller while, thanks to the application of HPL, the kitchen will last at least 25 years. Currently, Keller, in The Netherlands, operates a circular process for kitchens made of chipboard. Old kitchens are collected and converted by the circular processor into new raw materials for the company’s largest chipboard supplier. Keller is now investigating how the biobased kitchen can be collected to make new raw materials. For further information, please visit www.kellerkitchens.com Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Nick Parsons, Executive Chairperson of AKW Holdings Group, Clare Hayward MBE DL High Sheriff of Cheshire and Cllr Simon Whittaker, Mayor of Middlewich opened a new AKW manufacturing facility in Middlewich, Cheshire. AKW, one of the UK’s leading providers of accessibility solutions, is pleased to announce the opening of its sizeable new showroom and manufacturing facility in Middlewich, Cheshire. AKW is proud to continue investing in British manufacturing and the 26,000 sq ft facility will produce accessible bathroom and kitchen products from across the company’s portfolio. In addition, the site includes offices and a large bathroom and kitchen showroom and client assessment centre, to enable Occupational Therapists, contractors, and other specifiers in the North West to experience AKW’s product range in situ and receive product training as needed. Following the acquisition of Contour Showers Limited in 2022, it quickly became clear that the existing Contour facility in Winsford would not be able to meet AKW’s manufacturing requirements. A new production site in Total Park, Middlewich, was subsequently taken on under a long-term lease and the layout amended during construction to suit AKW’s needs. Located three miles from junction 18 of the M6, AKW’s new facility is EPC A-rated and features roof mounted solar panels which will generate an estimated 15,000 kWh electricity per year for the site. Alongside AKW staff, all of the Winsford site’s employees have made the move to the facility and a fuel allowance, free transport service and hybrid working have been set up to make the transition easier. Nick Parsons, Executive Chairperson of AKW Holdings Groupcomments: “The opening of this showroom and manufacturing facility makes AKW the largest producer of bathroom and kitchen adaptation solutions in the North West. We are very proud of the reputation that AKW has built up over the years for providing high quality inclusive bathroom and kitchen solutions that stand the test of time. With the opening of the Middlewich facility, now even more installers, specifiers and end users across the region will be able to experience the exceptional AKW and understand why our strapline is ‘Life Made Better’.” To find out more about the new facility visit https://akw-ltd.co.uk/akw-opens-parsons-house/ Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
A shatterproof safety mirror with top sustainability credentials has been launched by Saint-Gobain Glass. MIRALITE® EASYSAFE delivers enhanced safety performance in comparison to standard mirrors and is ideal for use in high-traffic areas such as public buildings, sports facilities, shopping centres, bars, restaurants and hotels, When a standard mirror breaks, shards of glass can be dangerous for everyone, including building occupants, homeowners and for the professionals who handle and install it. However, MIRALITE® EASYSAFE comprises an anti-shatter resin that retains 98% of splinters in the event of breakage. This patented innovation also provides a consistent, high-quality finish. To support Saint-Gobain’s commitment to the environment, MIRALITE® EASYSAFE is manufactured without plastic film and generates less waste, allowing a more sustainable material choice for interior designers, specifiers and building occupants. When retrofitting, it can be dismantled and fully recycled like any standard mirror. Made with water-based and lead-free raw materials, MIRALITE® EASYSAFE also contributes to improving indoor air quality thanks to ultra-low VOC emissions and meets A+ classifications by EN ISO 16000 VOC emissions testing (Eurofins test, France). Commenting on the launch, Jenni Young, Sector Market Manager at Saint-Gobain Glass says: “Mirrors are magical in their ability to transform a room. They allow designers to bring in light, space and drama. Not only does a mirror add brightness and make spaces appear bigger, but it can also smooth over awkward room shapes. In a social space such as a dining room, bar or nightclub, mirrors add ambience by making it appear busier and thus more vibrant.” She adds, “However, we all know safety is a central issue for everyone using mirrors. With MIRALITE® EASYSAFE, designers can bring their schemes to life, confident that the mirrors they use will be safe, and easy to install and maintain.” MIRALITE® EASYSAFE is also ideal for incorporating into furniture, such as wardrobes, sliding doors, table-tops and shelf backing. It provides a safe, simple and sustainable mirror option. To find a supplier visit https://www.saint-gobain-glass.co.uk/contact/ Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Form should never compromise function, particularly in respect of building design. Aesthetics are important but must not usurp the need to create homes that optimise occupant safety and comfort. Prioritising the performance of materials such as insulation are integral to this outcome. For architects, early engagement with a specialist insulation manufacturer can ensure design intentions and building regulation requirements are realised. A design philosophy based on material selection reduces the risk of falling short of legislative requirements. In terms of determining a building’s thermal efficiency, U-value calculations are pivotal to deciphering the heat retention of walls, floors and roofs. In these areas, specifying insulation based on its thermal performance is the obvious solution. However, other considerations may be required to achieve compliance. An insulation board’s fire safety performance, compressive strength and moisture resistance must also form part of the conversation when it comes to selecting a product that is fit for design purposes. Building stakeholders having this conversation at a project’s earliest stage can ensure material requirements are accommodated prior to construction work commencing, saving time and cost. All-round Benefits of Eurowall® + With Eurowall® +, Recticel has produced an insulation panel that achieves regulation targets for walls whilst simplifying the installation process for bricklayers. A 90mm Eurowall®+ PIR board can help to achieve 0.18 U-value in a traditional 100mm cavity, with the 10mm air gap facilitating its easier installation. Featuring an innovative tongue-and-groove joint on its four sides, Eurowall®+ negates the need to change working practices to achieve a better-performing cavity wall. Insulation innovation key to achieving increasingly stringent energy targets The tightening of building energy targets via the Part L 2003 update and the Future Homes Standard’s imminent introduction, has advanced the need for insulation products that help fulfil design possibilities whilst satisfying regulation compliance. A good example of this is Deck-VQ®,Recticel’s ultra-thin vacuum insulation panel (VIP). With terraces gaining prevalence, particularly in urban building developments with limited living space, Deck-VQ® maximises comfort and protection where insulation build-up thickness is an issue. Ideal for a wide range of flat-roof and terrace applications, Deck-VQ® belies its slender form to deliver a thermal performance as low as 0.008W/mK whilst its VIP core provides a Lambda value of 0.006 W/mK. Thanks to its innovative composition, complex refurbishment projects can be completed with Deck-VQ® without costly, time-inefficient structural changes. This outcome enhances a project’s sustainable credentials by reducing its environmental impacts. Based on practicality and performance, the aforementioned products have enhanced possibilities in terms of design and the construction process itself. Nothing must obscure the importance of accurate U-value assessments to obtaining the primary design objective, namely regulation-compliant buildings that contribute to the built environment’s future sustainability. But as innovation continues to evolve insulation’s form and function, there should be nothing to prevent buildings looking as good as they perform. For a range of insulation best practice guidance including product specification, installation and accurate U-value calculations, Recticel’s RIBA-approved CPD has all bases covered to ensure you meet your project goals. Available on-demand, with video, face-to-face seminars also an option, click here to discover our inspirational CPD programme. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
