The Gilden Way Community Centre in Harlow was commissioned to provide a vital community hub for residents of a new housing development on the outskirts of the town. With the area expanding rapidly, the centre was designed as a landmark building that serves both practical needs and as a focal point for local identity. Designed to reflect the character of the surrounding new homes, the building also needed to deliver long-term durability and low maintenance, ensuring it remains

Spacemann , along with Assmann UK, has created private spaces the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Members’ Lounge, an exclusive area which supports the needs of LCCI members.   The aim of the renovation was to transform the lounge into a versatile, high-performing workspace that could accommodate a variety of professional requirements. Installation and Refurbishment Solutions Ltd (IRS) needed to redesign the space to include private working areas, independent w

A university ranked in the top 25 of sustainable UK universities is using Magply’s fire-resistant roofing boards on its latest project to help it achieve Carbon Net Zero from all energy by 2030 and from all emission scopes by 2035. Some 1,500m2 of Magply’s 12mm-thick boards, which meet Euroclass EN13501 (A1 Non-Combustible) standards and are BBA approved, were specified by renewable energy company Vital Energi for the roof of Energy Centre 2 at Lancaster University. The magne

This Berkshire new build is the result of extensive design development and careful construction coordination, bringing together the many considerations required to deliver a refined long-term family home. The house was designed by NEON Architecture, a design-led Architects practice based in Berkshire. They guided the project through each stage of the RIBA Plan of Work. Working closely with the clients, the practice developed the brief from early concept through to the deliver

Nestled within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Hidden House is a striking replacement for a 1960s bungalow in Abinger Hammer. Designed by Duncan Foster Architects, the new home sits within the green belt, where strict planning regulations demanded a careful approach to scale, volume and architectural expression. Designing within green belt constraints​ To work within planning limits, the architectural concept centred on an efficient, compact form. The hou

The National Galleries Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh, a grand, neo-gothic listed building, offers visitors a journey through the country’s past and present with a remarkable collection of paintings, sculptures, photography, and film. The cafe, managed by Heritage Portfolio is a popular destination for visitors, set in a light and spacious area.  Space Solutions led the design and refurbishment of the café, to modernise the space while preserving the historic character of th

Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) has been appointed to undertake the full refurbishment off 78 steel lightwell windows and 43 timber windows for a project on 21-29  Glasshouse Street, London, working with BAM Construction Ltd and for The Crown Estate.   Construction of the Grade II–listed building which formed part of Sir Reginald Blomfield’s major redevelopment of the Regent Street Quadrant took some 20 years with completion in 1929. Over two decades ago, ASWS compl

Working alongside MPACT and Form Design Consultants, Style Group has delivered a high-performance acoustic solution as part of a large-scale office fit-out of Virgin Money’s Glasgow workplace. Designed to improve speech clarity and reduce reverberation in meeting rooms, focus spaces and collaborative zones, Style installed Autex panels across the 11th and 12th floors, combining strong acoustic absorption with distinctive branded aesthetics. Autex Cube™ panels were strategical

The Steel Window Association (SWA) represents the UK’s foremost specialists in the preservation and refurbishment of steel windows and doors – particularly within listed buildings, heritage properties, and conservation areas. Among its expert members is Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS), an architectural heritage refurbishment specialist which has completed the restoration of 40 distinctive ‘porthole’ and rectangular steel windows at County Hall overlooking Westminste

As part of a significant refurbishment project, Style Group collaborated with 3BM and ACS Construction to create flexible learning spaces at Kensington Aldridge Academy, London. A market leader in movable wall systems, Style installed two Dorma Variflex 100 manual partitions enabling large teaching areas to be quickly reconfigured into smaller, fully functional classrooms. Finished in a durable laminate melamine panel, the movable walls provide a robust, low-maintenance surf

A stylish, safe and durable package of Altro products is delivering results at the newly developed Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and Minor Injuries services at Bassetlaw Hospital. The facilities, completed in December 2025, are designed to provide rapid assessment, diagnosis and treatment for patients with urgent conditions, allowing them to return home the same day avoiding overnight hospital admissions. The project includes three popular Altro safety floors: the contempora

When Issy and Murray Bryars first set eyes on the dilapidated granite barn that sat quietly beside their Dartmoor farmhouse, they saw more than just an agricultural relic. They saw a future retreat; one that would allow visitors to connect with Dartmoor’s dramatic beauty in a space that honoured its past, supported the local economy, and embraced sustainable building practices. Their vision has since taken shape in the form of a strikingly understated, light-filled holiday le

Perched on the edge of Lewes with far-reaching views across the South Downs,  Dacres is a striking bespoke family home designed to maximise light and make the  most of its connection to an extraordinary landscape. Set within the South Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the house adopts an innovative inverted layout, placing the principal living spaces on the upper floors so that the most-used rooms enjoy the biggest skies and longest sightlines. Designed by sustainable

Working with Haddonstone's building and construction team was seamless. Their technical expertise, proactive communication, and unwavering commitment to meeting deadlines kept the build running smoothly. We completed the project on time and with full confidence in the quality of Haddonstone's cast stonework. It was such a positive experience that we’ve already partnered with them on other projects!” - Vince Montagnino, Pyramid Solutions Haddonstone , the UK’s leading cast sto

For over two decades, Style Group has supported the evolution of London ExCeL Exhibition Centre, delivering large-scale movable wall solutions across all three phases of development. Phase 3 continues this long-standing relationship, delivered in partnership with Grimshaw Architects and McLaren Construction, and sees Style install additional Dorma Hüppe Variflex systems to support ExCeL’s demanding exhibition and conference programme. The manual movable wall provides exceptio

Award-winning design duo, Lauren and Chloe Piper (known as @2sistersuk), recently partnered with Bradite to refresh the SMS Group  headquarters, using One Can to create a nautical-themed mural. Bradite’s all-in-one primer, stain block and finish was the ideal, fast-drying product to facilitate quick completion, without compromising on the quality of finish. For this project, the creative sisters opted for a range of blue tones inspired by the SMS Group’s marine engineering wo

FP McCann’s Onyx Black shade Essential Porcelain tiles have recently been installed as part of a new refurbishment project at the famous Gigg Lane football ground, home to Bury FC. Gigg Lane is one of the oldest professional football stadiums in the world, dating back to 1885. Unfortunately, in 2019, Bury FC went into administration ultimately losing their status as a Football League club. Gigg Lane was left unused until 2022, when it was purchased by a fans group and re-buil

Pyroguard, the world’s leading independent provider of fire safety glass, has been specified as part of the transformation of the former corporate office headquarters of telecommunications company Canal+ into an ambitious mixed-use development in Issy-les-Moulineaux, France.   Originally constructed in 2002, the 28,000 m² l’Eiffel building comprises eight superstructure levels and five basement levels. Its reinvention required far more than a conventional refurbishment; it de

With the arrival of warmer weather and outdoor living on the horizon, homeowners are looking to introduce thoughtful design choices to their gardens that appeal to both performance and aesthetic. From lush greens to soothing neutrals and tiles used beyond the floor, María D Arráez, Director of Tile of Spain UK, reveals her top five outdoor tile trends for 2026.  Classic Green  “Green isn’t slowing down in 2026, and this includes the outside of the home as well as the interior

After living with a dark, compact kitchen, the owners of this home near Bicester found themselves longing for more space for their family of four. The couple have two young sons and wanted to extend their property to create a light-filled, open-plan space with a central island that would become the hub of family life. “We wanted a large island in the new kitchen with enough room for all of us to sit at,” explain the homeowners. While durability and functionality were key, sty

Situated in the peaceful neighbourhood of Gilford, Northern Ireland, this ultramodern self-build is home to Clarke Graham and his family. Overlooking stunning views of the River Bann and the surrounding rural landscape, the property features six Keylite roof windows  that elegantly frame the picturesque Irish countryside.     The property owner, Clarke Graham,   set out to create the perfect family home with this extensive 2,600 square foot farmhouse-style build, completed wi

A contemporary renovation project in Leicestershire has been completed with the installation of a comprehensive suite of high-quality residential doors from Hörmann UK, showcasing the brand’s ability to deliver cohesive solutions both externally and internally. The family home features a Hörmann sectional garage door and aluminium entrance door, complemented inside by a range of side-hinged, pocket, and fire doors. Carefully selected high-specification materials and contempor

Ardbeg House, a boutique luxury hotel on the picturesque island of Islay, Scotland, has opened its doors as a truly immersive whisky and hospitality experience, with a newly installed Stannah Stairiser CR2 inclined platform lift providing guests with full accessibility to upper floors. Featuring twelve individually themed bedrooms, the hotel combines luxury, creativity and storytelling inspired by the island’s famous Ardbeg distillery and heritage. All photo credits: Ben Shak