A new, luxury apartment in London’s Westminster has been transformed through a groundbreaking approach blending architecture, colour, design, and music with synaesthesia. Situated in London’s cultural capital, The Aria is a breathtaking penthouse in Westminster’s iconic Chimes building and marks the debut of a pioneering synaesthesia-inspired design led by
A range of Häfele architectural ironmongery has been used in the transformation of 15 Old Bailey into Hyde London City, a new £34.3 million lifestyle hotel developed by OB Capital and operated by Ennismore. Set within a Grade II listed building, Hyde London City blends heritage with bohemian elegance with
Residents and staff at Greenfield, a Retirement Living scheme in Hull, are celebrating the completion of a significant refurbishment project, just in time for the festive season. The £900,000 refurbishment was undertaken by Esh Construction, commissioned by registered social housing provider Riverside. This project is part of Riverside’s broader initiative
A trusted supplier of luxury vinyl flooring, Karndean Commercial has partnered with Oxford Brookes University to build a vibrant and sustainable student community in harmony with its woodland setting. The new Clive Booth Student Village, set close to the university’s Headington Campus, replaces outdated student accommodation built in the 1970s
The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation (BiKBBI) today announced the launch of Accredited Installation Methods (AiM), a ground-breaking industry-specific certification scheme for the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom installation sector, establishing a recognised industry standard that reduces risk, demonstrates credibility and provides quality assurance to all stakeholders involved
The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation is pleased to announce that the 2025 BiKBBI Installation Awards programme is now open for entries. The BiKBBI Awards, which recognises the talent, contributions and achievements of businesses and individuals in the KBB installation sector and has seen significant growth, attracting
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
A new, luxury apartment in London’s Westminster has been transformed through a groundbreaking approach blending architecture, colour, design, and music with synaesthesia. Situated in London’s cultural capital, The Aria is a breathtaking penthouse in Westminster’s iconic Chimes building and marks the debut of a pioneering synaesthesia-inspired design led by award-winning interior designer, Jo Love. In a design first, Jo Love harnessed her unique synaesthetic ability – where sounds trigger visual perceptions of colour and form – to influence every aspect of the space. To create a holistic and immersive environment, Jo composed a personalised playlist for each room, drawing inspiration from the melodies. For example, the penthouse’s kitchen was infused with the carefree spirit of Caius’ track In the Sun, which inspired a vibrant, health-focused design. This resulted in calming artworks of bamboo leaves, lotus flowers, and olive trees, symbolising both renewal and the rich history of Westminster. To bring Jo’s vision to life, she collaborated with Crown Trade’s colour experts to curate a palette comprising of up to 50 custom shades. The colours were intentionally selected to support the function of each room while amplifying the building’s natural light and creating a seamless, therapeutic atmosphere for residents. Deep greens and browns in the master bedroom evoke calm, promoting restful sleep, while the living areas feature lilacs, creams, and greens to inspire relaxation, as well as bespoke artwork which has been painted directly onto the walls. Each hue reflects the building’s rhythm, heritage, and the vibrancy of London itself. Jo Love, Creative Director at LOVE Design Studio, said: “We are always looking at new ways to create beautiful spaces for people to thrive. At The Aria, we explored expanding the senses by blending colour with music and design details to create a unique set of spaces intrinsically linked with positive living. “Partnering with Crown Paints was a key part to realise the vision – with over 50 intuitively selected colours, the use of paint extended way beyond a background colour. We placed the Crown paint at the forefront within art ceilings and furniture for the ultimate colour experience.” Lauren Burnett, Architectural & Design Consultant at Crown Paints, shared: “This project has been an exciting and truly inspiring collaboration. Integrating sound and colour in such an innovative way was a first for us, and we’re delighted with the outcome. “We hope the residents of The Aria will enjoy these spaces for years to come, whilst also prompting other designers and users to think deeper about the impact of colour through senses.” Beyond the aesthetic, the project also emphasises longevity. To ensure the apartment’s striking finish endures, Crown Trade’s Clean Extreme Scrubbable Matt was selected for the interior walls and ceilings. This premium, stain-resistant paint can withstand regular cleaning without compromising its rich colour saturation, making it the perfect choice for a high-end, future-proof interior. For more information about Crown Paints’ colour services, visit Crown Paints Professional. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
A range of Häfele architectural ironmongery has been used in the transformation of 15 Old Bailey into Hyde London City, a new £34.3 million lifestyle hotel developed by OB Capital and operated by Ennismore. Set within a Grade II listed building, Hyde London City blends heritage with bohemian elegance with 111 exquisitely designed guestrooms, each showcasing deep Victorian palettes, velvet furnishings and bold, nature-inspired wallpapers. The hotel also features two food and beverage options. Leydi is a modern Turkish restaurant from celebrated chef Selin Kiazim brings the flavours and all-day food culture of Istanbul to the heart of London. Meanwhile, Black Lacquer is an intimate cocktail bar where eclectic, global music is celebrated, with a décor inspired by Tokyo’s vinyl culture. Acting as specialist architect and interior designer on the project, Studio Moren sought to reintroduce Victorian features like cornicing, high skirtings and timber flooring while blending modern elements expected by today’s discerning traveller. The project also included the construction of a new extension over the existing light well, adding 21 guestrooms. Häfele’s involvement in the landmark project began at the outset, supporting Studio Moren with creating a mock-up room. From concept to completion, Häfele’s Projects team, led by Gordon Turner, provided regular site visits and bespoke, solution-driven support, helping to achieve the project’s overall blend of rich history and contemporary, luxury hospitality. Across the project, Häfele hardware has been used as both an architectural feature and to provide subtle practicalities while allowing authentic historical features to shine. For the former, antique brass solid bar levers in a Westminster design have been combined with antique brass bar pull handles in a nod to the site’s Victorian charm. Conversely, guest rooms feature concealed door closers, while concealed electromagnetic closers and Powermatic door closers were specified in corridor doors and arched head doors for practicality and function. The Häfele projects team also worked closely with Studio Moren to specify bespoke solutions to maximise historic features. Within ensuite bathrooms, concealed hinges were specified so that high skirting boards could be mounted up to the door and blend seamlessly with the rest of the room. Häfele recommended a combination of restored original hardware and new elements for the existing external doors, such as antique brass panic hardware and 1500mm solid brass bolts to secure tall doors. The manufacturer also provided a bespoke auto operator solution for the site’s door leaves. At just 550mm wide, the doors required a customised approach as typically, products are designed for widths of at least 800mm. Häfele also incorporated battery-powered accessible touch pads into the design to avoid damage to the building’s historic façade. “Häfele’s support was invaluable throughout the transformation of Hyde London City,” said Ed Murray from Studio Moren. “The team brought ideas and expertise to the project and it was a true collaboration of ideas. We shared the vision and the team helped us make it a reality. Nothing was too much trouble for Gordon and the Häfele team.” To aid scheduling, Häfele supplied hardware sequentially for the project in ‘floor by floor’ packs, which were bagged and labelled by hand using the Häfele to Order service. As part of the Service+ Customised, Häfele can tailor orders to suit a client or project’s needs with support, including bespoke timber drawer construction and cut-to-order lighting, which are also available. Commenting on the project, Paul Smith, head of specification sales for Häfele UK, said: “Hyde London City is a spectacular hotel, and we’re honoured to be part of bringing this building back to its Victorian splendour. The project is also our second time working with Studio Moren in recent months, which is a testament to our team’s ability to provide a combination of expert specification, understanding of the architectural vision and bespoke service. We look forward to supporting the practice again on future projects.” For more information on Häfele’s specification services, visit hafele.co.uk/projects Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Residents and staff at Greenfield, a Retirement Living scheme in Hull, are celebrating the completion of a significant refurbishment project, just in time for the festive season. The £900,000 refurbishment was undertaken by Esh Construction, commissioned by registered social housing provider Riverside. This project is part of Riverside’s broader initiative to upgrade Retirement Living accommodations nationwide. Key improvements included extensive upgrades to the fire alarm system, lighting, and the replacement of all communal fire doors and flat entrance doors. The exterior grounds also saw enhancements, with upgraded fencing, improved footpaths, and a reconfigured, resurfaced car park. Inside Greenfield, the refurbishment focused on modernising communal spaces with new mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems, full redecoration, and the installation of new flooring. The guest room, laundry room, and communal kitchen underwent partial refurbishments. A new conservatory was added, and an internal space was created for residents’ scooters, eliminating the need for them to access their mobility devices through an external garage. Simon Scott, Construction Manager at Esh Construction, said: “Carrying out works like these within an occupied building can naturally cause some disruption, and we are thankful to the residents and staff at Greenfield for their patience and cooperation during this time. Julie Aryiku went above and beyond to assist the team, and we developed a key relationship with her to facilitate the needs of the project. “We are proud to collaborate with Riverside to enhance and secure the future of vital social housing developments.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
A trusted supplier of luxury vinyl flooring, Karndean Commercial has partnered with Oxford Brookes University to build a vibrant and sustainable student community in harmony with its woodland setting. The new Clive Booth Student Village, set close to the university’s Headington Campus, replaces outdated student accommodation built in the 1970s with a complex of accommodation blocks that sit sensitively within the established wooded landscape and conform to Passivhaus and BREEAM design principles. Appointing MICA Architects and Karndean Commercial alongside a multi-disciplinary team, including landscape architects, ecology and arboricultural consultants as well as transport and heritage consultants, Oxford Brookes University is constructing 12 environmentally friendly blocks containing over one thousand spacious and airy study bedrooms within contemporary shared apartments. Richard Allen, sales director at Karndean Commercial said: “In an urban area with extreme pressure on rental housing like Oxford, having purpose built accommodation for students is a boon for the university and the wider community. We are proud to be involved with a project that is increasing the availability of much needed student accommodation whilst protecting the established woodland setting, retaining prize specimens and planting new trees to enhance the landscape. “Our designs are all inspired by the wonderous beauty of nature and the precious woods and stones we source from around the world so we understand the benefits of connecting our living spaces to the healing power of the natural world and the need to minimise our impact on the environment.” Named after Professor Sir Clive Booth, a former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford Brookes University, the new student village offers convenient contemporary accommodation with light filled study bedrooms and spacious communal kitchen and living spaces. Jessie Turnbull, senior associate at MICA Architects, said: “The university was keen to construct high quality, low impact accommodation that would be a calm and secure place to live, offering students a living space where they can relax and bring their best selves to their studies. “The site is positioned adjacent to Headington Hill Hall, a listed historic manor house, and positioned within the Hall’s arboretum so it was important that the new accommodation blocks would integrate into this landscape to create a woodland village. To enhance this feeling of connection with nature, each building has been named in honour of native trees.” Self-contained apartments include between six and 11 study bedrooms, each with a compact ensuite, and a generously sized shared kitchen dining living room. Wider and shallower than frequently found for student accommodation and fitted with large windows that open for plenty of natural ventilation, the study bedrooms benefit from daylight that penetrates all the way to the back of the room, connecting the interior with its woodland surroundings. The interior boasts a contemporary biophilic style that has been developed around the project’s key priorities of sustainability, practicality and wellbeing. Alongside a natural colour palette and furniture made from recycled materials, oak design flooring from Karndean Commercial’s Knight Tile range creates a warm and welcoming environment. Jessie explained: “The university was very keen to use LVT throughout the accommodation as this would be easier to clean and would provide a modern vibe that appeals to both domestic and international students. Carpeted bedrooms are very much a British choice while hard floors are more usual in homes across Europe, Asia and the United States. Following consultation with a group of student ambassadors, we opted for the warm natural tones of Lime Washed Oak in the bedrooms and Rose Washed Oak with its slightly greyer hues in each living space to complement the duck egg blue kitchen units. The concrete frame construction called for a rigid core format, with its enhanced acoustic benefits and easier installation. “The feedback we’ve had from students has been absolutely fantastic and, although it’s early days, the flooring is holding up really well.” With sustainability a key consideration for the project, Morgan Sindall Construction’s CarboniCa tool was used to evaluate the construction’s holistic life cycle, collating embodied carbon and life cycle costing from each material’s Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). With a durable construction that ensures longevity, Karndean flooring contributes a lower overall life cycle carbon cost than other flooring options, as evidenced in its third party verified EPDs. Karndean’s Knight Tile rigid core flooring, part of the Karndean Living collection, features a host of practical benefits including a waterproof, hygienic surface that’s easy to maintain, a durable 0.3mm wear layer and R10 slip resistance, while an integrated acoustic layer reduces impact noise transfer to rooms below by 19dB. With a click-locking mechanism, Knight Tile is easy to install over most hard subfloors and is suitable for any residential setting or light to moderate commercial use. Each floor comes with a lifetime residential or ten year commercial guarantee. To explore the Knight Tile rigid core range, visit www.karndeancommercial.com Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation (BiKBBI) today announced the launch of Accredited Installation Methods (AiM), a ground-breaking industry-specific certification scheme for the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom installation sector, establishing a recognised industry standard that reduces risk, demonstrates credibility and provides quality assurance to all stakeholders involved in the KBB installation process. AiM is an all-encompassing initiative that assesses the methodology of installation including compliance, contractor relationships, welfare, health & safety, installation delivery, consumer proposition, contracts and terms, and service levels, ultimately delivering significant benefits for KBB businesses that deliver an installation service, its installers and consumers. The accreditation scheme is available to retailers of all sizes, from small independent showrooms to national retail brands, as well as manufacturers and distributors operating in the domestic refurbishment market and construction sectors, and covers full kitchen, bedroom and bathroom installs, work surfaces, and those responsible for appliance installation including showers, specialist taps, wall panelling, flooring, lighting, white goods and under-floor heating. Damian Walters, BiKBBI CEO commented “AiM is another piece of a complex jigsaw that will contribute to positive change within the industry and indeed the raising of standards. For the first time, we have a robust mechanism to not only acknowledge those businesses who deliver a compelling installation service, but also to those who would benefit from advice, guidance and support in the development of their proposition. AiM will help businesses and brands to develop their service, maximising commercial opportunities, whilst at the same time reducing risk. This will be a game-changer for our industry and its success will be reliant on the industry embracing and supporting this progression.” For more information on AiM, visit www.bikbbi.org.uk/aim Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation is pleased to announce that the 2025 BiKBBI Installation Awards programme is now open for entries. The BiKBBI Awards, which recognises the talent, contributions and achievements of businesses and individuals in the KBB installation sector and has seen significant growth, attracting more than 300 entries since it launched in October 2021. The BiKBBI Awards are free to enter, and businesses and individuals can nominate themselves, their business, a colleague, business associate or a company that they work with via a dedicated online platform. Entries can be submitted from Tuesday 1 October 2024 and more information on the entry criteria, the submission process and key dates can be found at www.entertoday.co.uk. The 2025 categories are: BiKBBI CEO Damian Walters commented “Following the launch of the BiKBBI Awards back in 2021, the continued year-on-year growth we see, in both entry numbers and support, demonstrates just how important the recognition and reward of installation is, not just to installers themselves, but to the wider KBB industry who rely on this vital workforce. Each year, as well as being delighted by the number of entries we receive, we also get to see and hear about the talented and hardworking businesses and individuals that make up our sector – from installers and apprentices to installation businesses and installation managers. The great thing about the BiKBBI Awards is that it provides a platform for all areas of the sector to get involved and celebrate the achievements of their installation communities.” The BiKBBI Awards 2025 winners will be announced at a Gala Dinner ceremony at London’s prestigious QEII Centre, Westminster, on Tuesday 4 February 2025, in conjunction with event partner, InstallerSHOW, and in support of BiKBBI’s chosen charity partner, Band of Builders. Walters continued “These awards are only possible thanks to our awards sponsors and those that support the programme by entering either themselves or someone else. It was great to see so many businesses come together in recognition of KBB installation at the 2024 Awards, and to be joined on stage by many worthy winners on the night. We hope to exceed the number of entries this year and to honour even more examples of excellence in our sector.” More information on the BiKBBI Awards 2025 can be found at www.entertoday.co.uk . For information on remaining sponsorship opportunities, please email comms@bikbbi.org.uk or call 01375 219 199, option 6. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
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
