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CONTENTS

Issue 65 2023

ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

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Diablo House

4-19

Editor's Choice

Terry & Terry Architecture present Diablo House, situated

20-25

London Build Show Preview

26-29

Bathrooms & Kitchens

30-39

Doors, Windows & Fittings

Finance Services

42-54

Heating, Ventilation & Insulation

Home Automation

56-67

Interiors & Interior Design

Landscaping & External Works

Lifts, Stairs & Balustrades

70-76

Lighting & Electrical

78-81

Tools, Plant & Equipment

Concrete & Stonework

on a ridge providing stunning views of Mount Diablo and the adjacent hills and valleys. 20

London Build The most anticipated construction show of the year returns to Olympia London on November 15th & 16th!

26-29

11 Luxury Kitchen Trends for 2024 Earthy Colours, Gold Accents and Transparent Storage Solutions will be On-Trend for the Luxury Kitchens of 2024.

32-33

Restoring faith in timber windows Benefits of modern paints and stains alongside good design can have a seismic impact on the longevity of timber windows and doors.

42-47

Quiet Mark Certified Heat Pumps Reduce Your Energy Bills, Carbon Footprint, and

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Unwanted Noise. 56-58

Family vs Formal Living Rooms Luxury kitchen and interior design specialists, Brandt Design, deliver a range of solutions for the living room.

60-61

Lawrence Park StudioAC introduces Lawrence Park Residence, located in a tree lined residential neighbourhood in North Toronto.

Orange is the new black New research shows homeowners have one subject on their mind, according to eco paint specialist Victory Colours: autumn.

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LiGHT 23 The only trade show in the UK dedicated to lighting specification will build on the success of its first year by enhancing its offering to attract all designers.

Diablo House by Terry & Terry Architecture Photography by Bruce Damonte

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DIABLO HOUSE Terry & Terry Architecture Terry & Terry Architecture present Diablo House, situated on a ridge providing stunning views of Mount Diablo and the adjacent hills and valleys.

The project involved adding a residential wing to an existing single-story house. The new two-story volume is connected to the original house at an acute angle, which opens the intersecting space by engaging it with the outdoor landscape and distant views. The new volume houses a groundlevel kitchen, dining, and media areas. Above, a new primary bedroom suite hovers out past the hillside, capturing views of the surrounding hills. The open plan layout allows the spaces to flow seamlessly. The core of the house is connected to the outdoor living spaces by floor-to-ceiling glass walls that curve around the main deck, allowing for views from and through the main living areas towards the open landscape. Deep overhangs frame the view and protect the interiors from the intense summer sun. The new kitchen and dining areas spill onto the large deck, which then becomes an extension of the living space and connects the addition with the adjacent wing. Situated below the deck and sloping downhill, a separate guest suite is nestled into the hillside, affording breathtaking views, while maintaining privacy from the main house.

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" Deep overhangs frame the view and protect the interiors from the intense summer sun."

This efficient and fully equipped unit has both a separate entry and a connection to the main house, allowing extended family or elderly parents to live on site while retaining as much independence as they like.

The original wing is now fully dedicated to bedroom suites. A new garage structure is folded into the Northern end of the hillside, transitioning the grade from the main house elevation to the orchard below. 5

EDITOR'S CHOICE The design of the building incorporates many passive and active sustainable design elements. The South and North facades are widely open to allow for passive solar heating in the winter and natural daylight year-round, while deep overhangs provide shade in the summer. Highly efficient spray foam insulation in the roof and wall systems offset heat gain in the summer and retains heat in winter. The roof orientation allows the project to integrate generous photovoltaic and hydronic solar panel arrays. Along with a rainwater irrigation system tied into the native landscape, 6

this allows for the house to provide nearly all its energy and water needs. A post-occupancy survey has concluded that the inhabitants rarely use their heating and cooling equipment. The winter temperatures remain comfortable with minimal added heat, and they can passively ventilate the house in the summer months to mostly avoid using their air conditioning system despite the often scorching temperatures. Photovoltaic panels can produce enough electricity for home usage and all electric vehicles. terryandterryarchitecture.com

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Beauty may be skin deep, but it’s the layers below the surface that make toughened laminated glass outstandingly strong, making it a go-to material for architects, shopfitters, partitioners and balustrade designers, as Susan Sinden, Commercial Manager for ESG Group Ltd, explains. Toughened laminated glass is created by laminating together two or more panes of toughed glass with advanced PVB interlayers, creating a highly versatile building material, both beautiful, and remarkably robust. These interlayers can also be used to introduce safety, sound attenuation, high security, colour, and privacy, so it’s small wonder that toughened laminated glass is used in many elements in modern construction. Toughened glass, which is toughened by passing through a highly advanced furnace, is four times tougher than ordinary annealed glass, and is already a far safer product that annealed glass, which, when damaged, will break into large shards which can inflict injury on anyone in close proximity. The debris caused from breakages is, in itself, fairly hazardous. Toughened glass, on the other hand, shatters rather than breaks, fragmenting into much smaller particles which represent much less risk of injury to anyone near the pane. Toughened glass has therefore become a firm favourite for any area which is required to withstand high footfalls, or general wear and tear.

Not only is it almost unrivalled as a product used to create shop fronts in retail settings, but it has also become a firm favourite in corporate offices, transport termini, and increasingly, in architect designed domestic dwellings. Its many uses within these settings are almost as diverse. Glass is increasingly used in creating partitions in larger spaces as it facilitates the clever zoning of internal areas without losing light, natural or artificial. On a smaller scale, toughened laminated glass such as ESG Tufflam is frequently used to create balustrades, both inside and out; while modern bonding techniques allow it to be joined almost seamlessly to create large scale uninterrupted expanses of glass which allow architects to realise their most ambitious visions. These wide vistas are usually created using two panes of glass laminated together, their relatively light weight allowing us to create wider and taller panes than in previous generations, helping to push the architectural envelope. Thanks to advances in interlayer and processing technology, glass, which has been part of our built environment for many centuries, is still very much a product for the future. www.esg.glass

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FEAR OF FLOODS NOW IMPACTING NEW HOME PURCHASES

Nine in ten Brits are so concerned by the increased possibility of flooding that it’s now affecting their purchasing decisions when buying a new home. The acceleration of global warming and climate change has led to more unpredictable and extreme weather patterns meaning that heavy rainfall events and flooding is expected to become more common. The research, conducted by plumbing and drainage manufacturer Wavin revealed this fear of flooding is now evident amongst those in the housing market with 71% deeming flood defences, including sustainable drainage systems (SuDS), as important factors when purchasing a house. A 2022 Bank of England report* only contributed to this growing fear with bankers reporting that the cost of flood risk coverage is set to skyrocket indefinitely over the next 30 years if urgent action isn’t taken on climate change. Another recent report suggested that by 2050, one in six properties in England will be hit by flooding. The alarming assessment by researchers covers 4.8 million properties sold between 2006 and 2022, with the regions most vulnerable to flooding including East Anglia, North West, and Yorkshire. With this adding to the homebuyers’ fears, Wavin revealed that insurance premiums were considered important to 99% of those surveyed. Fortunately, a joint initiative between the Government and insurers is working to make the flood cover aspect of household insurance policies more affordable. With hundreds of thousands of homes across the UK potentially becoming harder to insure because they’re at high risk of flooding, Flood Re will provide much needed support by lowering premiums for at-risk households. With flooding becoming a very real fear for buyers, potential homeowners are now eager to find out 12

what developers are doing to protect their new homes. An overwhelming 98% of those surveyed by Wavin agreed that they would like to know the detail of any flood prevention measures in place before buying a home. Wavin has revealed that flood defences such as sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) are among the initiatives that homebuyers are willing to pay more for when selecting a new home. Unfortunately, many potential buyers are unaware of what SuDS actually are, which calls for urgent action to raise awareness. Shockingly, 72% of respondents admitted to never having heard of SuDS and according to Wavin the lack of awareness surrounding this crucial flood prevention measure is deeply concerning. Martin Lambley, Product Manager for Urban Climate Resilience Northwest Europe, UK, and Ireland at Wavin, said: “Developers and housebuilders who gloss over the benefits of SuDS are selling themselves short, flood resilience is now becoming a major factor when purchasing a home, as the research shows. “Schedule 3 legislation of the Flood and Water Management Act (2010) that will make sustainable drainage mandatory on new developments will mean that developers will need to become fluent in SuDS, and the findings of this research clearly demonstrate that the housebuilding industry should see it as an opportunity rather than an obligation.” With new builds set to be protected by SuDS it’s no surprise that 2022 saw an unprecedented surge in the popularity of new build houses, with a staggering 84% of potential buyers considering homes within new developments. For more information and to download Wavin’s report, visit: https://blog.wavin.com/en-gb/value-ofsustainable-drainage-systems-suds-to-new-homebuyers

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THE RESIDENCE COLLECTION UPDATES SHROPSHIRE HOME WITH TRENDING SAGE GREEN COLOURWAY

The Residence Collection, a premium window and door designer, has installed 16 timber alternative windows and two doors in its sage green colourway into a Shropshire countryside property. Partnering with installer, Fairmitre Shropshire Windows and Conservatories, and fabricator, HWL, the new windows come from The Residence Collection’s R9 windows that provide elements of 19th century architectural design whilst also providing modern functionality and energy efficiency. The range has A++ energy ratings with this doubleglazed installation reaching a u-value of 1.2Wm2k as standard, resulting in optimal insulation and energy savings. The R9 collection is the original timber alternative window and they feature side hung and top hung casements as well as Georgian bars. This collection is available in 23 colourways with this particular project choosing the popular sage green which has become one of The Residence Collection’s top five colour choices over the last 12 months. The installation was complete with Regal monkey tail Pewter Patina handles. The fully mechanical manufacturing method will ensure durability and strength through these windows' life span. Jo Trotman, Marketing Manager of The Residence Collection, commented, “Our sage green colourway has proved very popular, and this countryside home in Shropshire is the perfect example of how colour in windows can enhance a property while still being high-performing and energy-efficient. 14

“The Residence Collection would like to say a big thank you to our quality partnerships that make this premium design, manufacturing and installation service possible. In this region Fairmitre Shropshire Windows and Conservatories and HWL helped us to seamlessly deliver this property upgrade and we look forward to working alongside them again in the future.” Paul Jones, Managing Director of Fairmitre Shropshire Windows and Conservatories, further commented, “This installation went extremely well and resources were made widely available with the support from The Residence Collection and HWL. Our showroom also offered a more personal touch to the beginning of the homeowner’s transformation, allowing them to pick out the sage green colourway from seeing a real-life, stunning example here.” To find out more about The Residence Collection’s R9 collection, please visit: www.residencecollection.co.uk/collections/r9/

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LONDON BUILD SHOW PREVIEW

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THE MOST ANTICIPATED CONSTRUCTION SHOW OF THE YEAR RETURNS TO OLYMPIA LONDON ON NOVEMBER 15TH & 16TH! The await is nearly over for the UK’s leading and award-winning construction show, London Build to opens doors to it’s most exciting edition yet. London Build is the ultimate platform to connect with senior-level decision-makers, buyers and influencers from the UK's entire built environment. Discover how you can get involved in major construction projects across the country, learn of the latest innovation and win business as you network with thousands of contractors, architects, developers, house builders, housing associations, government, civil engineers and construction professionals over the two days at the show.

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500+ inspiring speakers across 8 conference stages including Future of Construction, Digital Construction, Fire Safety, Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion and more

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Feedback from our exhibitors and attendees really speaks for itself… “London Build is the best construction show in the UK to do business!" - Franchise Brands “We attended a large number of trade shows in 2021 and 2022, London Build was the best performing show in both years by a considerable margin – The team at Oliver Kinross do a stellar job of hosting the event over two days and ensure that we get to see the best people in the construction space. These events provide us with a considerable ROI and will remain our ‘must do’ event for the foreseeable future." - Fonn ‘’That was the best show for us this year by far, great work! I appreciate your help and support and patience with members of the team. Personally, this is the flagship event of the year for us in the UK and your support is always noticed." - PlanRadar

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MARMOX SHOWING OFF AT THE LONDON BUILD SHOW Marmox, a leading British manufacturer of waterproofing and insulation solutions, will be attending this year’s London Build Show at London Olympia on 15th & 16th November, where it will be previewing its versatile new Fireboard product alongside the company’s well-established Multiboards on stand H52. The Marmox Stone Wool based product shares the unique Marmox honeycomb surface structure with its XPS forerunner, Multiboard, to create an A1 noncombustible certified render-backer which is fully

waterproof. It can further be used internally across walls or ceilings to take a plaster finish, while providing sound decoupling and acoustic absorption properties, as well as thermal insulation. The event at Olympia has attracted over 300 exhibitors who will gather under the umbrella of the Festival of Construction. Visitors will be able to attend a wide range of seminars and CPD sessions, as well as visiting Marmox’s stand to speak to its highly experienced technical team on the full range of Marmox’s products and they will also have chance of winning a prize if they wish to enter a draw which will take place after the exhibition by having their photograph taken with the team and/or a Marmox product. sales@marmox.co.uk www.marmox.co.uk

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11 LUXURY KITCHEN TRENDS FOR 2024 And why Porcelain is predicted to be the material of choice for the kitchens of 2024 EARTHY COLOURS, GOLD ACCENTS AND TRANSPARENT STORAGE SOLUTIONS WILL ALL BE ON-TREND FOR THE LUXURY KITCHENS OF 2024 As many homeowners start to plan updates to their existing kitchen or begin researching new designs for a renovation, knowing what trends are predicted for 2024 can help inspire materials, styles, products and colours to give the space the ‘wow’ factor. The overall theme for 2024 sees the kitchen becoming even more of a living space within the home, as well as opting for bold design choices. Global leader in the design and production of large sized surfaces, Laminam’s R&D Director, Claudio Corniola has predicted 11 key luxury kitchen trends for 2024 that are set to take kitchens, and in particular, surfaces to the next level.

1. PORCELAIN WORKTOPS Previously, kitchen worktops, splashbacks and furniture cladding have been all about granite, quartz and marble. But new innovations and 26

advances in sustainability have meant that slabs made with porcelain are richer and more design-led, making it the material of choice for the kitchens of 2024. A new market report has predicted that porcelain worktop sales will see a massive boost over the next several years, with a predicted sales increase of 46%*. Available in a huge choice an array of colours, textures, sizes, finishes and patterns, porcelain can emulate the look of these materials, but without the maintenance and price tag. The benefits of porcelain include it being non-porous, waterproof, hygienic, durable, hardwearing, UV, stain and scratch resistant as well as being easy to clean. With Laminam’s superior natural surfaces, homeowners can bring an authentic Italian look and feel into their kitchens with peace of mind that they are sustainable, and will last for years to come.

2. ALL BLACK KITCHENS Dark kitchens look to be even more dramatic for 2024. Black worksurfaces and splashbacks will be paired with other black elements, such as stained or painted cabinetry or lighting for a wow-factor

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is to use design elements to bring the outside in, whether that be through the addition of plants and fresh herbs on display via a vertical garden, an earthy colour palette or using natural materials.

Laminam I Naturali – Nero Greco (Project and Image Credit Mittel Cucine)

Laminam I Naturali Series – Pietra di Savoia Antracite

and opulent result. This statement look will come in many forms, including porcelain surfaces, which are easy to clean and care for and won’t lose their lustrous sheen.

3. SUSTAINABLE LIVING Homeowners are making more sustainable choices when it comes to the products they bring into their homes, and this goes for the whole production process too. Brands and manufacturers who embrace an environmentally friendly way of production, packaging and delivery will be preferred. Materials of choice will be natural and safe to recycle at the end of their life, and kitchens will also see a rise in the use of recycled, upcycled and hand-crafted pieces. When it comes to sustainable surface choices, porcelain is incredibly eco-friendly, and is a material with one of the lowest carbon footprints. Laminam surfaces contain up to 60% recycled materials, while 100% of the water used is fed back into its production and 95% of its raw waste is recovered. With almost 16.2 million #sustainable Instagram posts, this is a key consideration for many across all sectors, including interiors and kitchen design.

"The overall theme for 2024 sees the kitchen becoming even more of a living space within the home, as well as opting for bold design choices."

4. A WELLBEING SPACE Much like bathrooms, kitchens are set to become spaces for self-care and well-being. With the rise of healthy home cooking, spa-inspired products and biophilic design, this key trend will transform the kitchen into a place of tranquillity while cooking, dining and entertaining. One way to achieve this

Laminam Calce Series – Nero (Project and Image Credit dibiesse)

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5. EXPOSED SHELVING AND FREESTANDING STORAGE Storage for the kitchens of 2024 will be less formal and fitted and more casual and relaxed, with open, transparent, or freestanding shelving to display everyday items and treasured pieces. Over the past 12 months (as of Sept, 2023), “Shelving Unit” has become a breakout search topic, as has “Pantry” over the past 90 days, according to Google Trends data. To avoid a cluttered look in a multi-functional kitchen, easy storage is more imperative than ever, and could be just a simple single open ‘floating’ shelf, shelves incorporated into an island, or a large, bespoke dresser with premium surfacing to elevate it further.

Laminam I Naturali Series – Diamond Cream (Project and Image Credit Joe Adsett Architects)

Worktops” continue to soar, with it being a breakout topic over the past seven days, according to Google Trends. For 2024, designers will be mixing marblelook surfaces with other textures and colours such as wood, cement, steel or glass for a more visually impactful result. Choosing a marble effect surface such as porcelain is easier to care for and maintain than real marble, and so will be a popular choice in 2024 to contrast alongside other materials.

Laminam I Naturali Series – Nero Greco (Project and Image Credit Binova)

6. WARM METALLIC ACCENTS For 2024, the metallics of the moment will be warm tones such as gold, copper and brass. According to Google Trends data, “Copper” has become a breakout search topic over the past 12 months. Whether incorporated within the tones of a worktop’s veining, via sinks and taps, lighting, cabinet handles or accessories, these warm accents will bring luxe to even the plainest of kitchen designs.

7. MIXING MARBLE-LOOK WITH OTHER STYLES Marble and marble-look surfaces and décor have reigned supreme in kitchens over the last few years and are now a timeless classic. Searches for “Marble 28

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Laminam Calce Series – Nero (Project and Image Credit dibiesse)

8. MULTI-FUNCTIONAL ISLANDS From extending out into a dining table to bespoke chopping areas and definitive breakfast bar zones, kitchen islands will be more versatile than ever in 2024, and emulate the gastronomical experience found in a luxury restaurant at home. The working triangle is no longer a necessity in kitchen design, and kitchen islands can efficiently incorporate areas for preparation, cooking, washing up and dining. With almost 1.3 million #kitchenisland posts on Instagram, this key kitchen trend is here to stay.

9. EARTHY COLOURS

Laminam I Naturali Series – Invisible White

Earthy hues including anthracite, deep browns and nature inspired greens are set to be on-trend in 2024, as we move away from lighter kitchens in favour of rich, dark designs with plenty of visual depth. This trend will extend to all elements of the kitchen, including surfaces, cabinetry, wall colours and flooring.

10. CHUNKY SURFACES Deliberately thick surfaces are perfect for creating bold impact on a central island or kitchen worktop. With the usual thickness for a countertop being 12mm, 2024 will see more instances of a 20mm thickness being used; particularly striking when used on a waterfall island.

11. SOFT FINISHES 2024 will see a move towards matt or soft finishes, rather than shiny or gloss. State of the art

Laminam IN-SIDE Series – Pietra Piasentina Taupe (Project and Image Credit Binova)

technology in the surfacing industry has meant that this is easily achieved for any kitchen surfaces and alleviates any issues of fingerprint marks on a wellused worktop in an open-plan kitchen. www.laminam.com/gbr/en 29

DOORS, WINDOWS & FITTINGS Low-carbon aluminium at Aluprof’s Kety extrusion facility

COMMITMENT TO MEETING LOW-CARBON ALUMINIUM DEMANDS By Wojciech Brożyna - MD Aluprof UK

What exactly is ‘Sustainability’? Possibly the most quoted explanation comes from the United Nations ‘Brundtland Report’ produced in 1987 which states that the definition of sustainability is “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs”. To better understand how we can bring about sustainability, a popular view of sustainable development can be referred to as the ‘Three Pillars of Sustainability’. Here, Sustainability rests on the three pillars of, Environmental, Social and Economic development, that all work together to achieve the sustainability goal. Whilst this view of sustainability is a global one, one that countries are encouraged to follow and develop for the future of our planet, how are we translating sustainability into construction today and in particular aluminium facades?

its discovery continues to push the boundaries of innovation today.

Aluminium, since its commercial debut in the 1880s, has shaped our world in so many ways, in fact, if the metal did not exist, much of what we take for granted today, would never have been made possible. Aluminium is the third most abundant element in the Earth’s crust, making up 8% of the total, with the majority of this ore, bauxite, which lies very close to the surface. Once dubbed ‘the wonder metal’ for its light weight and high strength,

So where is the downside? Like all metals, aluminium carries high embodied energy, described today as embodied carbon. This has been historically quoted as high as 20 tonnes of carbon for every tonne of aluminium produced when energy from fossil fuels is used to produce new prime aluminium from bauxite. So aluminium smelters have traditionally been located next to renewable energy resources, such as hydro power

Aluminium has always been viewed in simple terms as ‘sustainable’ as it is infinitely recyclable with no loss of characteristics. Using just 5% of the original energy to produce aluminium, recycling is well established, so much so, 75% off all aluminium ever produced is still in active use today. With ‘clean’ scrap value almost that of new prime aluminium, the industry cannot get hold of enough scrap aluminium to meet the current demand for recycled content. With an estimated total discovered and undiscovered bauxite resources across the globe to be in the region of 55 billion to 75 billion tonnes we will not run out of new, prime aluminium anytime soon.

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for decades in order to use cheap renewable energy sources. Now the industry is turning to hydrogen power to further reduce embodied carbon. Aluprof are proud to be leading this low-carbon revolution, using a greater mix of recycled content to prime in aluminium can reduce embodied carbon to a very low parameter of just 2.79 tCO2e (Tonnes of CO2 equivalent) per tonne of aluminium. These low-carbon billets are manufactured at the group’s low-carbon Kęty line at the factory in the southern Polish town of Kęty. These low levels of emissions have been achieved thanks to the use of the company’s cutting-edge plant for the manufacturing process and utilising a high content of secondary raw materials in the form of recycled aluminium scrap at an average level of 65%. Whilst to some this may seem to still be a high carbon price to pay, consider the carbon savings using a product containing aluminium during its long life span, compared to alternative materials which can create more carbon in use during their lifetime. Architects understandably want to specify lowcarbon aluminium for future projects but with global aluminium recycling running at about 33% of all aluminium output, to source 65% scrap for specific projects will often mean extended lead times should be catered for. The Aluprof UK field team are always on hand to advise specifiers on what can be achieved for any given project and how further carbon savings can be achieved through the supply chain. Not being complacent at this level of carbon content, Aluprof are committed to further reducing carbon emissions in production that will occur over the coming years using new and emerging technologies. But, we need also to consider aluminium’s considerable benefits in use, particularly in facades. Whilst we know of aluminium’s light weight and its ability to be easily shaped through various processes, its long life in use is what impresses specifiers and clients alike. One of the oldest first uses of aluminium in fenestration is the well documented Bodleian Library in Oxford. Aluminium windows from James Gibbons were installed in the ‘New University Library’ at Oxford University 85 years ago, further highlighting aluminium’s extraordinarily long service life. The building, designed by Giles Gilbert Scott and built between 1937 and 1939, was a much needed addition to the Bodleian Library whose collections are used by scholars from around the world. The windows were inspected and chemically cleaned ten years ago and they are expected to continue performing well into the current century. One of the latest projects to be completed with an aluminium facade is the ground breaking Forge in London. The Forge is the first commercial building constructed and operated in line with the UK’s Green Building Council net zero definition and energy reduction targets. It comprises two new

Bodleian Library

office buildings and a public courtyard. Located on Sumner Street, The Forge is a Landsec office development located just behind Tate Modern in London and is one of the most innovative projects in London, pioneering several new construction methods fit for the decades ahead. Breaking new ground, the project is the world’s first large-scale office scheme to be built using a standardised “kit of parts”, in an approach known as ‘platform design for manufacture and assembly’ (P-DfMA), which applies the advances made by the manufacturing industry to construction. Aluprof UK were invited to take an early design role in developing a unitised facade system, the MB-SE120 which has a UW value of <1.3 W(m2K) that meets the P-DfMA specification pioneered by architects and engineers Bryden Wood. Construction was led by Sir Robert McAlpine and Mace, working together in an innovative joint venture (JV) partnership. Using the latest anodising and fabrication technology the life expectancy of the facade on the Forge can be assured for many decades ahead - a testament to aluminium's continuing sustainability. Aluprof are proud to be one of Europe's largest aluminium systems companies. Specification support is available through the company’s website at aluprof.co.uk, directly from their UK head office in Altrincham or from their London office at the Building Design Centre by phoning +44 (0) 161 941 4005. 31

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RESTORING FAITH IN TIMBER WINDOWS As a result of poor practices in the 1970s and 1980s, people lost faith in timber fenestration. Along came uPVC and aluminium – the “maintenance-free solution” to forever windows! Despite huge advances in timber window technology ensuring they last 60 years or more and the obvious environmental benefits many people, including architects still find themselves doubting Thomases! But, benefits of modern paints and stains alongside good design can have a seismic impact on the longevity of timber windows and doors.

WHAT DOES DA VINCI’S “LAST SUPPER” HAVE TO DO WITH TIMBER WINDOWS TODAY? Da Vinci was the master of experimentation who tried a new technique to paint the moment that Christ told his Apostles that one of them would betray him. The scene would typically have been painted on wet plaster, but this fresco technique was fast-drying and would have required him to work quickly. Da Vinci wanted to work slowly so he applied his pigments to a dry plaster wall. The result was a painting that didn’t adhere to its surface due to the technique and Milan’s humidity. The Last Supper was destined not to last without intervention.

WHAT CAN WE LEARN FROM THIS? A lot when it comes to our own use of paints and coatings for timber fenestration. From surface preparation, to allowing for location and humidity, paint is only as good as its substrate. 32

HOW ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY ARE MODERN COATINGS? There is no getting away from the fact that modern coatings contain plastic. However, this is what gives them longevity, meaning windows made to BWF standards like George Barnsdale’s will last 60+ years with minimal maintenance. You can have an excellent paint product, but if you don’t apply it properly, it won’t perform as it should. Companies need to take a comprehensive approach incorporating a raft of processes to ensure the paint performs at optimum levels. It starts with the timber. Manufacturers such as George Barnsdale use engineered timber because it is more stable and provides an excellent base for the coatings When the frames arrive at the paint shop, they go through a unique four stage process starting with two preservative coats applied with a flowcoater. This method ensures the coating gets into all the hard-to-reach areas. Once the preservative has been applied, it is time to paint. George Barnsdale was the first manufacturer to use a robot to apply a high film build base spray coat and a top coat. Whilst the material preparation and the paint processes are critical to the performance of the paints, in order to ensure a window or door will last 60 years or more, you have to build in good design too. George Barnsdale has been at the forefront of research into joint designs with the BRE and was the first UK manufacturer to use internal beading in the 1990s. Processes like end grain sealing ensure that the timber is protected in the unlikely event the joint fails.

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PAINTS AND COATINGS?

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coatings are non-toxic, water-based, microporous, and extremely durable. They must adhere to EN927 which considers durability, performance, and environmental impact. It also covers methods for measuring the thickness of coatings.

By extending the life of a painted surface, less repainting is required, reducing the environmental footprint associated with manufacturing, transportation, and disposal of paint. In addition, there is the positive environmental (and financial) impact of not having to repaint every few years, hiring scaffolding, manpower, materials etc. Of course, extending the life of the painted surface also extends the life of the window or door which also saves valuable resources over time as they need replacing far less frequently. Architects and builders can help to increase the durability of timber windows by designing the building to reduce exposure to extreme weather. One of the ways of doing this is to follow the Victorians’ example and set windows in reveal. This doesn’t have to be old-fashioned. You can make a design feature of it, as the architect did with the Orseh Kaneh building in Tehran. Other ways to promote longevity of timber windows is to set them on stone, tile or aluminium and to avoid extended cills where possible.

FAITH RESTORED? Global warming is a huge concern, architects are well aware of the need to design environmentally friendly buildings. Timber is the most sustainable choice and the concerns around durability are addressed by specifying high-performance windows from companies like George Barnsdale. Hopefully, this article has helped restore faith in timber windows and doors.

The terms “paints” and “coatings” are often used interchangeably. However, for the most part, paints are considered to be used primarily for aesthetics, while coatings are used principally to prevent substrate deterioration or for corrosion protection. Modern coatings are nothing like the paints and stains of old. Unlike the lead paints of the past, today’s

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OFFICE AND GYM MOST DESIRED EXTRA ROOMS SAYS NEW STUDY

A new nationwide study on UK homeowners has revealed what they'd use extra space for in their homes if they had the opportunity. The #EUREXTRAROOM campaign by leading home improvement specialists Eurocell which has launched their new extensions offer, lists an office as the most desired extra room with more than a third (34%) stating this is the first thing they'd add to their house if they had the opportunity. Nearly half (47%) of those polled wish they had more space in their home and 17% said they're actively looking to move so they can have more space for their family. Eurocell spoke with Matt Lanninge, a bespoke estate agent and property consultant at The Property Expert about this result “The results of the survey are unsurprising. This year we have seen more and more homebuyers coming to us with requests for larger kitchens and home office spaces when looking for new homes as their needs and lifestyles change. We expect to see this demand for extra space to grow even further over the coming years.” Further results from the #EUREXTRAROOM campaign show that following an office, a gym is the most wanted extra room (26%), then a reading room (24%) and a snug (23%).

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3. Reading room – 24% 4. Snug – 23% 5. Dining room – 22% With this in mind, more than half (55%) in the survey said they'd considered getting an extension built on their home to create extra space for their family. But of those who've considered it, the cost of it (62%) was the main reason for holding them back from following through with it. Other reasons for not going ahead were the risk of the price changing during the build (30%) and the hassle and mess it would cause (25%). Beth Boulton, marketing director at Eurocell commented: “Launching our conservatory replacement service to homeowners means they can update their unused, outdated conservatories into modern, usable spaces without the time and hassle of an expensive extension. The results from our study show that having extra space in our homes is a priority for nearly half of homeowners, and no doubt the change in the way we live postpandemic has impacted the way we use that space. “Creating a home-office has never been more popular as working from home remains a permanent option in the UK, and with that, the opportunity to get more from your house like a gym and family rooms, proving a reading room, snug, and dining room to spend more time with your loved ones. We expect the demand for this to stay, as the housing market forces more to adopt the 'don't move, improve' notion.”

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CELEBRATING 40 YEARS One of London’s leading Architectural Ironmongers

riginally called “A Touch of Brass”, TOUCH changed their name in 2003 in reaction to advancing market changes in architectural Ironmongery to reflect the broader range of products and finishes that they sell. In fact today Touch supply 20 different finishes including Brass, Satin Brass, Polished Chrome, Polished Nickel, Satin Nickel, Copper, BMA, Antique Brass, Black, Pewter, Ceramic, leather, Stainless Steel, Satin Stainless Steel, Gun Metal & 4 different shades of Bronze and the list keeps growing. Whatever finish you require, Touch can help you get the right look. Touch occupy their recently refurbished showroom at 210 Fulham Road, Chelsea, where they stock and display a vast range of their 5,000 products. With a customer base including Architects, Interior Designers, Builders and private Individuals who are interested in the quality end of the Ironmongery market, the company also have a healthy export market to all corners of the world, namely the Middle East, Europe and the Americas.

Touch Ironmongery’s owner and founder, Bill Benham, has 42 years’ experience in the Ironmongery trade, as does his colleague Jim Haselup. Saleem Qureshi is the newest member of our team and has 21 years’ experience, meaning their knowledge is unrivalled in this industry. The range of products supplied by Touch date from circa 1640 French (Louise XIV) and cover all subsequent periods (Georgian, Edwardian & Victorian), Art Deco and contemporary pieces also make up the product ranges. Touch showcases the very best of British manufacturing; the best ranges are still produced in the Midlands by craftsmen in factories dating back 200 years or more. Touch Ironmongery have recently become suppliers for Designer Doorware (Australia) Who have beautiful products with a cutting edge design Metal, Wood and concrete. We also have the exclusive rights to sell the Olaria (Barcelona) range in the UK. Olaria make all our bespoke products, they have incredible levels of workmanship.

Touch also sell European manufactured goods which are considered to be of a very good quality. With trends continuously evolving new and innovative products are constantly under development. Touch understand that keeping up with the fashion-shifts is imperative in order to provide every customer with the best solution for their requirements. Ironmongery can be a difficult and complicated aspect of a building project, as a result Touch aim to take this awkward aspect and make it user friendly and clear to understand by offering an on-site service where they carry out a detailed door by door, window by window, room by room Ironmongery schedule, highlighting all requirements and identifying all requirements. Restoration is a large part of the business Touch will undertake complete Ironmongery refurbishment projects, and can restore old paint covered door furniture to their former glory, looking as good as new again at a fraction of the cost to replace.

For more information about Touch Ironmongery or to arrange a showroom visit please call 0207 351 2255 or alternatively visit www.atouchofbrass.co.uk

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SUPPLYING THE FINEST QUALITY IRONMONGERY Touch combine traditional skills with modern manufacturing techniques to produce the most beautiful, quality fittings, built to stand the test of time. As well as specialist bespoke items, Touch supply over 1000 products, available in 23 different finishes to furnish high end residential and commercial properties, royal palaces, government houses, historic castles and stately homes. Olaria, available from Touch Ironmongery

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CREATING A STYLISH VIEWPOINT WITH JULIETTE AND PARIS BALCONIES

In urban and rural dwellings, the trend for balconies that fill interiors with natural light and make the most of views externally is on the rise. Juliette and Paris balconies are a particularly popular option where space is at a premium. The latest systems from CRL make light work of installation and maintenance while always focusing on safety first. Increasingly being specified for new buildings and added to existing dwellings, for practical and decorative purposes, Juliette balconies provide a safety barrier by means of the balustrades or railings. Available in a brushed or polished finish, the CRL Juliette Balcony System is made from 316 stainless steel for durability and strength. Designed for use with 12mm toughened glass or 13.52mm toughened laminated glass, the top and bottom rail provide reassurance and safety should the glass fail. 38

Creating a streamlined finish with its frameless design and offering an uninterrupted view from a balcony, the CRL Paris Balcony system is designed to be used with 13.52mm, 17.52mm & 21,52mm toughened laminated glass. The 1200mm long profiles can be face fixed or reveal fixed to brickwork, concrete or steel and can be chosen in a grey or white finish. A top cap rail is not required as the toughened laminated glass offers extra protection if one single pane fails. Both the CRL Paris and Juliette Balcony Systems are tested to comply with building and safety regulations, including BS6180:2011. For more details call CRL on 01706 863600, or visit www.crlaurence.co.uk

GEZE UK has demonstrated its commitment to supporting customers with technical advice and product guidance with the recent appointment of Lee Jodka, who joins the renowned manufacturer of door and window control systems as Area Sales Manager for supply and fit of automatic doors covering London and the South East. Lee will focus on developing first-class relationships with key contacts at main contractors, façade and specialist contractors as well as end-users, where he will provide advice and technical support, propose technical solutions from the company’s extensive range of automatic operators as well as carry out site visits and surveys.

GEZE UK CELEBRATES 160 YEARS WITH BUBBLES, BUNTING AND BALLOONS GEZE, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of innovative and modern door, window and safety technology has been celebrating 160 years in business across all of its subsidiaries around the world throughout 2023.

With 19 years in the construction industry he has a wealth of knowledge; Lee began his career in the architectural ironmongery sector but has held roles in technical sales and specification as well as account management.

For more information about GEZE UK’s comprehensive range of automatic and manual door and window control products visit www.geze.co.uk

At GEZE UK we invited all colleagues across our 8 offices nationwide to join in the celebration and have some fun. Each office was decorated with bunting and balloons and staff were sent cakes and biscuits iced with GEZE 160 years as well as bubbles to blow and other goodies.

Under the motto hundred + sixty years young GEZE has been celebrating across the globe. In addition a microsite www.160years. geze.com has been created detailing the company’s history. Founded in 1863, in Germany, the business remains in the same family and has grown to employ over 3,000 people globally, with 37 subsidiaries in 22 countries.

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For more information about GEZE UK’s comprehensive range of automatic and manual door and window control products visit www.geze.co.uk

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PROTECT YOUR SELF-BUILD INVESTMENT BUDGET

Building your own home is exciting but unexpected costs are inevitable, so SelfBuild Insurance has some information on how to protect your budget.

to cover worker injuries on site, plant, materials and the works in progress. The cover remains in place until building control approves the new property.

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Insurers calculate premiums on the professional reinstatement cost of the property (the cost of rebuilding it). Insurance cover is available in monthly increments (three, six, nine, 12, 18 or 24 months).

The Planning Portal numbers show that self-build homes account for 7-10% of new homes built in England every year – approximately 12,000 homes. This is in stark contrast to Europe, where the numbers are much higher. Self-builds make up over 50% of all new homes built in Germany.

SELFBUILD INSURANCE: MINIMISING ADDITIONAL UNEXPECTED COSTS Most self-builders will want to work to a set budget, particularly given the impact of inflation on things like materials and labour. Some only consider insurance once they start building on their plot, but purchasing insurance when you exchange contracts protects your plot. Once the land is bought, it's exposed to many risks. Selfbuild insurance policies cover a range of risks in one straightforward policy. This includes the potential for members of the public to get injured,

WHAT INCENTIVES ARE AVAILABLE FOR SELF-BUILDERS? In England, the Help to Build scheme offers an equity loan to buy land and build a home. Self-build mortgages are available from registered Help to Buy lenders, with a minimum 5% deposit. Mortgages are interest-only until the building is complete, and then the Help to Build loan is paid to the mortgage provider. The loan is interest-free for the first five years. With thorough preparation, a self-built home can be a rewarding and cost-effective way to own your own uniquely designed home. To get a quote, call us on 0800 230 0225 or visit www.selfbuild.uk.com

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Grant Aerona³ R32 Air Source Heat Pump

REDUCE YOUR ENERGY BILLS, CARBON FOOTPRINT, AND UNWANTED NOISE WITH QUIET MARK CERTIFIED HEAT PUMPS Quiet Mark (UK) Rising energy bills are of increasing importance as prices are set to surge even further towards the end of the year. Heat pumps offer an efficient solution as they generate about 3.5kWh of heat for every 1kWh of electricity used. That’s 350% efficiency! And although noise levels of heating products is a common concern, heat pumps are usually quieter than fossil fuel boilers. Depending on manufacturer and installation, a ground source heat pump may reach 42 decibels, and an air source heat pump may reach 40 to 60 decibels. “During the colder months, your heating can be on for long periods of the day, especially with working from home either part or full-time now being standard for many office-based workers. So making sure your main source of heat, whether that’s a heat pump or a boiler, isn’t going to disturb you when it comes on, can be essential”, says Poppy Szkiler, Quiet Mark CEO & Co-Founder. As part of the government's bid to cut carbon emissions, increase energy efficiency and move towards a greener future, developers will be obliged 42

to fit air or ground-source heat pumps in new homes from 2025. As a result, tens of thousands of heat pumps have already been installed across the UK. To meet our net zero targets, the UK Government expects that millions of heat pumps will need to be intalled over the next 10-15 years. With £450 million of grant funding available over three years from 2022 to 2025, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is a UK Government initiaitve to encourage homeowners in England and Wales to install low carbon heating systems, such as heat pumps. According to the Energy Saving Trust, you can expect to pay between £7,000 and £13,000 for an air source heat pump and up to £24,000 for a ground source unit. That’s significantly more than what you would typically pay for a new gas boiler. However, with a heat pump, average savings on fuel bills may eventually recoup at least some of the cost of installation, with an estimated saving of around £375 a year on your heating bills (based on a fourbedroom detached house in the UK).

GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMPS Sometimes referred to as a ground-to-water heat pump, a ground source heat pump transfers heat from the ground outside to warm the inside of your home. A mixture of water and antifreeze called thermal transfer fluid (TTF) flows around pipes buried in your outdoor space. Heat from the soil is absorbed into the fluid and passes through a heat exchanger, which extracts the heat of the fluid and transfers it to your radiators, underfloor heating system or hot water cylinder for your hot taps and showers. According to the Energy Saving Trust, benefits of owning a ground source heat pump include cutting the cost of your fuel bills, reducing your home's carbon footprint and being able to heat your home as well as your water.

VAILLANT FLEXOTHERM GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMP Vaillant UK has recently achieved silver

"Heat pumps offer an efficient solution as they generate about 3.5kWh of heat for every 1kWh of electricity used. That’s 350% efficiency!"

membership status with the Supply Chain Sustainability School for demonstrating an ongoing commitment to sustainability. The Quiet Mark certified flexoTHERM for example, is Vaillant's first heat pump that has flexibility when choosing a renewable source. flexoTHERM with Green iQ offers a modern, refreshing take on the heat pump system that can use three possible heat sources. flexoTHERM is a ground source heat pump, when connected to a group loop, that can be converted to an air source heat pump when connected to aroCOLLECT, or a water source heat pump when connected with fluoCOLLECT.

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At QuietMark.com you’ll find Quiet Mark certified heat pumps, both air source and ground source, which have been assessed on a like for like basis and have all achieved lowest noise levels out of marketwide comparisons, by leading manufacturers including Daikin, Grant UK, Ideal Heating, LG Electronics, Samsung, Vaillant, Warmflow and Worcester Bosch.

The flexoTHERM 400V heat pump model is available in Quiet Mark certified 5kW, 8kW and 15kW outputs, which can be converted to ground, water or air source. flexoTHERM also offers state of the art EVI compressor technology giving extremely high efficiency and heating performance. Alongside geoTHERM, flexoTHERM has also been awarded the Quiet Mark thanks to its exceptionally low operating noise levels. It sounds no louder than a standard domestic fridge.

Vaillant flexoTHERM Ground Source Heat Pump

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AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMPS

Grant Aerona³ R32 Air Source Heat Pump

If you don’t have space for a ground source heat pump or don’t want your garden dug up for it to be installed, then an air source model will probably be a good option to consider. These come in two forms, ‘monobloc’ and ‘split’, again, good advice is key to ensure you get the right one installed in your house. Monobloc units are currently the most common in the UK and come in one single outdoor unit that is connected to the property's heating system which can be controlled by an indoor control panel or thermostat. In comparison, split heat pumps have outside units as well as internal units that require more complex installations. They do however, come with the benefit of being smaller and quieter. When it comes to installing an air source heat pump, considerably more planning must go into the preparation compared to the installation of a conventional boiler replacement.

DAIKIN ALTHERMA 3 H HT HEAT PUMP The Daikin Altherma 3 H HT is an investment in comfort and energy savings. Winner of both the iF Design Award and the RedDot Design Award in 2019, the Altherma 3 H HT is an air-to-water heat pump that delivers heating, cooling and instant hot water—and uses less energy to do it. This system is ideal for homeowners who want to upgrade their boiler or traditional heating system to a greener and more cost-effective solution. The new Daikin Altherma 3 H HT E-Series is designed to perform reliably, whatever the weather. This single fan outdoor unit achieves some of the highest efficiencies and lowest sound levels in the market. The sleek design makes it an aesthetically pleasing solution for all settings. The Altherma H HT E-Series is a heat pump system designed for the renovation market. Available with both an integrated water tank and wall mounted indoor options, it delivers excellent performance and provides leaving water temperatures of up to 70°C. Environmentally friendly, the system uses R32 refrigerant, with GWP (Global Warming Potential) of just 675. Daikin Altherma 3 H HT Heat Pump

GRANT AERONA³ R32 AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP The Aerona³ R32 inverter driven air source heat pump range is Grant’s cleanest and most efficient heat pump range yet and was announced as Heat Pump Product of the Year at this year's National ACR & Heat Pump Awards. It is the first monobloc R32 ASHP to be launched in the UK, Grant’s Aerona³ R32 heat pumps use the more environmentally friendly R32 refrigerant which has a significantly lower GWP value. All of Grant’s R32 heat pumps have exceptional SCOPs, with the 13kW model HPID13R32 achieving a SCOP of 5.41 at 35°C and the 17kW model HPID17R32 achieving a SCOP of 4.54 at 35°C. MCS approved, Grant’s R32 heat pumps operate with incredibly high efficiencies while also being notably quiet. Cleverly designed with the key components located to the front of the models allowing for easy access for installation and maintenance, Grant’s heat pumps are straightforward to work with while also being easy to control for householders.

IDEAL LOGIC AIR 4KW HEAT PUMP The Logic Air heat pump range is Ideal Heating’s new

range of monobloc heat pumps, designed to deliver efficient, simple and reliable low carbon heating in homes throughout the UK. The Logic Air 4kW heat pump integrates seamlessly with UK homes, partnered with Ideal Heating’s best in class pre-plumbed hot water cylinder and connected Halo Air room thermostat, the Logic Air is quick to install, simple to commission and easy to use.

LG THERMA V R32 MONOBLOC S HEAT PUMP The THERMA V R32 Monobloc S is the 2nd generation of LG's R32 Monobloc series. As implied by “silence” and “supreme," it boasts reduced noise level and best performance in the THERMA V Series. Combining the indoor and outdoor as one module, it's also connected by only water piping eliminating the need for refrigerant piping. Furthermore, 44

hydronic components like the plate heat exchanger, expansion tank, water pump, flow sensor, pressure sensor, air vent valves, and safety valve are conveniently situated inside the unit. The R32 Monobloc S provides excellent heating performance, especially at low ambient temperature while lowering its carbon emissions with R32.

SAMSUNG EHS MONO HT QUIET HEAT PUMP

LG Therma V R32 Monobloc S Heat Pump

The Samsung EHS Mono HT Quiet is a high temperature, low noise heat pump ideal for Europe’s residential renovation market. A durable and stylishly designed heating solution, this heat pump combines advanced features and new technologies to achieve hot water temperatures of up to 70 °C whilst operating at very low noise levels. Additionally, this heat pump is capable of reliably providing 100% heating performance even in extremely cold weather (temperatures as low as -25°C).

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Ideal Logic Air 4kW Heat Pump

"If you don’t have space for a ground source heat pump or don’t want your garden dug up for it to be installed, then an air source model will probably be a good option to consider."

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Vaillant aroTHERM Plus Air Source Heat Pump

VAILLANT AROTHERM PLUS AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP Vaillant’s aroTHERM plus is one of the greenest heat

pumps available on the market and is designed to exceed the heating requirements of today. Last year, the aroTHERM won Best Heat Pump at the GREEN Home Awards and Heat Pump Product of the Year at the National ACR & Heat Pump Awards. It uses a natural refrigerant which has an exceptionally low global warming potential of just 3. The Quiet Mark awarded aroTHERM plus heat pump range is available in 3.5kW, 5kW, 7kW and 12kW outputs, making it suitable for most domestic properties and can be cascaded for commercial use. Without compromising on performance, the aroTHERM plus can provide up to 25% more usable hot water and can reach flow temperatures up to 75°C, removing the need for an electric immersion heater for legionella protection.

WARMFLOW ZENO AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMPS For over 50 years, Warmflow has been creating innovative, award winning heating products for homes across the UK & Ireland. From the outset of designing the Warmflow Zeno heat pump it was conceived to be one of the most efficient 46

appliances in its class. Unlike most other heat pumps which produce heat at a fixed output, this heat pump makes use of the latest variable speed compressor technology to produce heat at the rate you need. This gives the heat pump a wide output range and it automatically modulates within this range depending on your heat demands. For ease of installation, the pump and flow switch are conveniently housed within the heat pump casing. This speeds up installation and minimises wiring and plumbing needed on site. The unit also has an inbuilt monitoring system, which monitors flow temperature and system temperatures for easy commissioning. A dedicated wiring centre greatly simplifies connection to external wiring and sensors making this heat pump very easy to install and service. Independent tests have shown its efficiency to be up to 555% at A7W35. This means that for every 1kW of electricity consumed 5.55kW of heat is produced.

WORCESTER BOSCH COMPRESS 7400IAW AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP Suitable for renovation (building dependent) and new build projects, the 74001iAW air to water heat pump utilises high efficiency, low-carbon technology to deliver all the benefits of using ambient air as the primary energy source for space heating and hot water.

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Worcester Bosch Compress 7400iAW Air Source Heat Pump

Worcester Bosch's quietest outdoor unit with ultra low-noise operation enhanced by an addition diffuser. Its monobloc design houses all refrigeration circuit components, including the inverter, filter and circuit boards, keeping maintenance low.

Warmflow Zeno Air Source Heat Pumps

Pre-configured AWE indoor unit for quick and easy installation with a built in multi- functional back up electric booster for heating and hot water. Optional Green Storage WB heat pump range cylinders from 150 to 300 litres provide solutions for even the most demanding lifestyles. Worcester Bosch recently relaunched the Environment Awards with new sustainability criteria for installers. The aim of the Environment 2050 Awards is to recognise the professionals in the heating industry who act sustainably and make informed choices when it comes to upgrading or creating a new installation of heating appliances. www.quietmark.com

"From the outset of designing the Warmflow Zeno heat pump it was conceived to be one of the most efficient appliances in its class."

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WHY CHOOSE RADIATOR OUTLET? WELL, WE ARE THE HOME OF AFFORDABLE RADIATORS! Here, at Radiator Outlet we have built a healthy reputation over the last 5 years of providing fantastic quality radiators at affordable prices. Throughout this duration, we have supplied our radiators to thousands of customers throughout the country and acquired over 13,000 5-star reviews stating how attractive and efficient our radiators are once fitted in your home! All our radiators are manufactured to the highest standards, with no corners cut when it comes to materials used or the manufacturing process. We only supply the highest quality radiators to our customers; our reputation means too much to us to offer anything less. Our company 'mission statement' is to provide high quality radiators at affordable prices. And that is just what we do. When buying radiators from Radiator Outlet, you can be assured of warm, reliable and super stylish radiators arriving quickly at your door! It is no secret that costs have drastically increased due to the covid 19 pandemic with many companies in all industries looking for alternative materials to keep costs down. Despite these global issues, our radiators are identical in specification to pre covid 19 with the same thickness of steel, high quality packaging, super impressive heat outputs; and showroom standard coated finishes, ensuring the same level of satisfaction every time!

Another core fundamental to Radiator Outlet, is the fact we manufacture our own radiators and have warehouses storing our catalogue of radiators, meaning that stocking issues are rare. We are in complete control of the supply chain, meaning any delays from third parties are not a factor when buying from our website. Finally, and most importantly as a customer, should you have any issues down the line, your hassle-free 10year warranty is with us directly, so you are covered. No long-winded process of chasing your radiator manufacturer, you have bought from us, we supplied your radiator, it is down to us to resolve any issues. www.radiatoroutlet.co.uk 48

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SEMPATAP THERMAL – AN ECONOMICAL SOLUTION

Everybody in the country is acutely aware of the astronomical increases, 45%, in gas and electricity prices – households throughout the country are suffering and the plight of solid wall homes appears to be even more desperate. Improving the thermal efficiency of solid wall properties has largely been ignored mainly because the solutions have been very expensive and very disruptive hence, the title “hard to heat homes”. The UK’s housing stock is estimated at approximately 25 million homes, 36% are solid wall constructed – solid brick, solid stone, pre 1944 timber frame and non-traditional, concrete construction (PRC’s). These homes are generally energy inefficient; an unfilled cavity wall loses approximately 35% of heat – a solid wall loses a staggering 45-50%. Fuel poverty is a major issue that the Government has made a commitment to eliminate in vulnerable groups and to end it altogether by the year 2030. It is currently estimated that there are up to 3.26 million (Oct 22) households now in fuel poverty and this figure is expected to rise even further with the continued increase in the cost of living. 66% of these households live in solid wall homes, the majority of which are vulnerable householders, therefore, the most vulnerable families live in the most fuel inefficient properties. Illnesses such as influenza, heart disease and strokes are all exacerbated by the cold. Exposure to cold results in a 30% increase in the death rate in the UK. Solid wall homes are also more prone to condensation, which results in black mould growth on the walls and ceilings, which is also a very serious health risk causing upper respiratory infections – asthma and bronchial complaints. Sempatap Thermal is a unique insulation material which has been extensively used in the UK and Europe for over 30 years and installed in 1000s of flats and houses. It is insulation on a roll as easy as wallpaper to apply, and can be decorated with virtually anything – wallpaper, emulsion paint, even tiled. 50

Sempatap Thermal is quick and easy to apply and at only 10mm thick it can be installed without having to vacate the property, it can even be applied on a DIY basis. It has been tested by the National Physical Laboratory and figures from the Building Research Establishment show considerable energy saving and it has a life expectancy of 30 years. Once applied to the walls/ceilings Sempatap Thermal substantially reduces heat loss, saves on heating bill expenditure and rooms immediately feel warmer. For current offers and promotions visit our website www.mgcltd.co.uk

COLD SOLID WALLS & HEAT LOSS Insulate cold homes with Sempatap Thermal Sempatap Thermal is insulation on a roll, as quick and easy as wallpaper to apply. It has been extensively used in the UK and Europe for over 30 years.

Sempatap Thermal can be installed without having to decant the tenants and has been used by Local Authorities, Housing Associations and private homeowners throughout the UK.

The application of Sempatap Thermal will dramatically lower the “U” value of the wall presenting a surface on which condensation will not form and preventing the likelihood of mould growth occurring.

Sempatap Thermal can be decorated with virtually anything – emulsion paint, wallpaper, even tiled and has a life expectancy of 30 years.

Sempatap Thermal is the economical solution to insulating cold solid walls.

Once applied to the walls/ceilings in a property it substantially reduces heat loss, saves on heating bills and rooms immediately feel warmer.

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Stock holding massively increased following new head office move As the UK’s largest supplier of heat pumps and ancillaries, Go Geothermal Ltd has been able to further increase its extensive product range following the opening in September 2023 of a new northern head office and warehouse. The move to state-of-the-art premises in County Durham has enabled us to almost double the size of our previous premises and the new warehouse in particular provides us with the ability to increase our stock holding by three and half times – equating to £1.6 million worth of renewable energy products, with space to grow to £5 million. The 16,400 sq ft premises at Maple Way, Newton Aycliffe, will help us maximize

Our entire offering has evolved from working closely with our customers and we actively manage our product ranges, enabling us to provide a first-class service. With interest and demand in renewable energy products at an unprecedented

distribution into Scotland as well as the rest of England and Wales, and is complemented by our existing commercial office in the Midlands.

Expansion

The expansion of the head office forms part of Go Geothermal’s growth strategy and will provide our customers with even more availability and choice on our products, which include air and ground source heat pumps from the world’s leading manufacturers, such CTC, Vaillant, Viessmann, Bosch, Waterkotte, Clausius & Stiebel Eltron, as well as biomass, underfloor heating, solar, MVHR and many other renewable energy technologies. In addition to the warehouse and offices for our staff, the new premises will also house one of our national heat pump training centres, which provide installers with hands-on training and experience in the installation of CTC heat pumps.

level, especially in our core business - Heat Pump technologies - it is imperative that heat pump manufacturers and installers alike have a dependable source for advice and specialist products, especially with the Government’s Net Zero targets rapidly approaching. We offer a friendly, responsive and knowledgeable service to our trade customers, with quick delivery across the UK.

Go Geothermal Ltd, Unit 9, Maple Way, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 6BF Tel: 01388 720228 Email: sales@gogeothermal.co.uk Web: www.gogeothermal.co.uk

National Heat Pump Training Centres We now offer heat pump installer training at the following locations: North-East (Newton Aycliffe HQ) South-East (Opening winter 2023) Midlands (Worcester) North-West (Opening early 2024) Delivered in partnership with a national technical training academy, at the end of the one-day course, you will receive the nationally recognised BPEC Level 3 Award Installation and Maintenance of Heat Pumps qualification.

Book your place at: www.ctc-uk.com/installer-training or call: 01388 720228

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COSY, LOW CARBON, ENERGY EFFICIENT HEATING AND HOT WATER IMS Heat Pumps - The Heat Pump Installation Experts We are one of the UK’s leading installers of Ground Source Heat Pumps and Air Source Heat Pumps. Established in 1997, we are MCS Accredited, Heat Geek Certified and TrustMark Approved installers operating from offices in Perth, Scotland and Sheffield, England. We are your trusted partners for installing Ground Source Heat Pumps and Air Source Heat Pumps in Scotland, the North and the Midlands. We work with homeowners, self-builders, and industry professionals.

NIBE, Viessman, CTC, ECO Forest and Stiebel Eltron providing quality products and extended guarantees. Our in-house teams provide excellent designs, installed by our skilled and knowledgeable Engineers, ensuring that our customers’ bespoke systems provide them with all the heating and hot water that they need. With funding available in both England and Scotland call us now to find out how a heat pump can work for you.

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CONSORT CLAUDGEN’S DF2 HEATFLOW DOWNFLOW FAN HEATERS Consort Claudgen’s downflow fan heaters, the DF2 and DF2SL Heatflow, provide rapid warmth and adjustable heat output of 1kW or 2kW at installation. The DF2 Heatflow has a simple pull-cord operation. Once the heater is activated, it operates on a pre-set period of 30 minutes or can be deactivated before the energysaving timer expires by pulling the cord again. The DF2SL Heatflow has a variable thermostat and requires a separately purchased wireless controller to operate. It is compatible with Consort’s SL run-back timers and advanced wireless controllers, offering a more extended heating period and efficient heat control.

These heaters are the perfect choice for bathrooms or kitchens. Our website and NBS Source offer BIM objects for downflow fan heaters. 01646 692172 sales@consortepl.com www.consortepl.com

Explore the possibilities of what can be done with the press of a button So what can be achieved with a set of buttons, here are some examples:

One of the benefits of a home with automation is that the wall switch has progressed to the point where it is capable of being programmed to carry out a variety of functions. Wall switches that incorporate a number of functions (especially those with heating and lighting) and any sort of display tend to be called room controllers. Most makes of light switch can be expanded so additional buttons can control additional features. With a system such as KNX there is a huge choice of different switches from different manufacturers and most have a variety of frame and button styles and colours.

Lighting scenes setting a number of different circuits to different light levels all at once

Adding additional lights to a button press - may be some external lights need to be switched them from inside the house.

Controlling functions other than just lighting, may be an automated blind or shutter could be added to a second button, in the case of assisted living buttons on one switch plate can include lighting, blinds, window openers and door openers.

The trend for the automated home is to keep the wall furniture very immediate and functional and to always label in some way a switch with multiple buttons. For functions that require greater time to set, the app is the ideal setting, setting timer schedules for heating: towel rails or lights and storing and saving lighting scenes.

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FAMILY VS FORMAL LIVING ROOMS WITH BRANDT DESIGN Luxury kitchen and interior design specialists, Brandt Design, deliver a range of solutions for the living room as the UK homeowner demands an everyday family room alongside a more formal space to entertain guests in or enjoy some much needed downtime. Julia Steadman, Commercial Director at Brandt Design explains, “As more of us enjoy a more homecentred lifestyle, we are finding that homes with two living rooms are helping to achieve a good balance of social and private areas on the ground floor. Structured hybrid working has also increased the need for today’s professional to want a designated area to switch off from the home office and so making space for an exercise bike or yoga mat will do wonders for your mental health. Having two living rooms will also benefit the multigenerational household, as young adults can stream a movie while doing their homework in one as the grown-ups entertain friends or simply relax in peace!” Created and installed by Brandt Design, these contrasting living room spaces will inspire you to rethink your home with relaxation and wellness 56

in mind. Designed for a family home in rural Hertfordshire, the family room which is open to the main kitchen and dining area features classic Heritage Furniture by Brandt Design, with a variety of closed storage and display units. At the opposite end of the spectrum, the private living space features a more paired back aesthetic with bespoke stone fireplace lovingly handcrafted by Brandt Design at its stone fabrication centre in Stevenage. Each room offers a distinct atmosphere that is perfectly tailored to the homeowner’s needs and personal taste. The use of colour was key to creating the different moods in each living space, whether delivering a sophisticated and adult-friendly décor in deep blue, or ensuring a bright and comfortable family space with more neutral colour palette. What style of living room appeals to you most?

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Family Room: In this property, the family room is designed open-plan and to blend seamlessly with the main kitchen and dining area by offering a host of cleverly designed fitted furniture with a full height, full width storage wall that also makes way for a large flatscreen TV. Painted in the neutral shade of Pigeon by Farrow and Ball, this bespoke arrangement of fitted furniture transforms what would have been an ordinary home entertainment system into a complete storage solution for the entire family. Six panel-fronted cupboards take care of table linen, glassware, plates and flatware for easy dining, as well as provided ample room to store non-essential items as required. Fully integrated shelving creates plenty of space to display family photos and personal accessories, as well as everyday cookery books so they can remain close enough to the kitchen, yet safe from food and drink spills. Becoming a decorative focal point even when there’s no screentime, this family room provides the perfect space to relax, watch TV, cook, eat and ultimately socialise in with the rest of the family.

"Each room offers a distinct atmosphere that is perfectly tailored to the homeowner’s needs and personal taste."

Formal Living Room: More sophisticated in its design, the formal living space is the ideal place to hide away from the hustle and bustle of the main kitchen and family room. Whether it’s time for the kids to do their homework, eat dinner or watch their favourite TV shows, the adults now have a separate space to relax and unwind in, as well as entertain friends and family without impact to everyone else. There’s even space for a practical fitness zone so the homeowner can work out with free weights or set a new personal best on their Peloton. Rich, dark blue

walls add to the restful vibe and a statement marble fireplace is the perfect finishing touch on the large interior wall. Complete with two modular sofas, the formal living room is the perfect place to snuggle up at the end of day and enjoy a private movie night or cheeky forty winks! 57

INTERIORS & INTERIOR DESIGN Brandt Design takes great pride in creating living spaces, which are tailor made with its range of custom furniture in near-limitless range of materials, colours and finishes. Offering two different furniture styles, customers can choose between the company’s classic Heritage Collection or contemporary style Urban Collection: both priced from £25,000 +vat. Prices for a bespoke stone fireplace on application.

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INTRODUCING PANELOCK’S INSTANTLY DEMOUNTABLE WALLING SYSTEM FOR EFFORTLESS SUB-DIVISION OF INTERIOR SPACES Tried and tested as Panelock System 600 in art galleries and museums worldwide since 1995, the product has now been adapted and developed for use as temporary or permanent sub-division walling in alternative environments: new builds, listed buildings, offices, housing, foyers, multi-purpose areas. Individual movable panels that simply lock between floor and a solid ceiling without the need for any fixing to the fabric of the building. Unique Panelock patented mechanism within the panel allows for easy relocation and reconfiguration. The mechanism also allows panels to automatically adjust the panel height to accommodate any building movement.

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LAWRENCE PARK StudioAC introduces Lawrence Park Residence, located in a tree lined residential neighbourhood in North Toronto. The project brief requested attention to function to create a home that a family could grow into while ensuring the formal response was equally considered and the space was subdued and minimal. The Lawrence Park Residence looks to navigate many contradictions that can all be true at once - creating a singular response to the complexity of a home.

How can a floor plan celebrate openness and transparency, while still creating a distinct spatial identity? How can a facade conceal the interiors, while maximizing light throughout? The front facade appears stoic, with grey brick and limestone stretching across the South face, interrupted by a very systematic placement of openings. The entry is flanked by an intimate living space that conceals the open floor plan at the back of the house. This space is lined with tall, narrow windows, creating a staccato play between the solid brick facade and brief moments of transparency. Beyond this, a double height space invites a winding staircase and brings light into the kitchen at the center of the plan. The living space at the rear extends into the yard to create an exterior harbor between living and dining - fostering a relationship between the spaces, while creating distinct separation and identity for each. This harbor introduces a long stretch of West facing windows on an otherwise North facing facade and, in doing so, invites the warm evening light into the plan.

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"This space is lined with tall, narrow windows, creating a staccato play between the solid brick facade and brief moments of transparency."

TECHNICAL SHEET Completion: 2023 Architect: StudioAC The winding stair leads to a double height gallery space overlooking the kitchen, at the heart of the home. The primary bedroom cantilevers beyond the ground floor plan, stretching into the rear yard and overlooking the west facing reveal in the plan. Distinctly more private, the second story is wrapped in brick, contrasting the vast stretch of glazing that reveals the living and dining spaces below. The rear of the home is considerably more playful in form and articulation than its stoic front, contributing to Lawrence Park Residence as an architecture of juxtaposition and contrast.

StudioAC Team: Mo Soroor, Jennifer Kudlats, Andrew Hill, Sarah Reid Structural engineering: Honeycomb Construction management: Whitaker Construction Photos: Doublespace Photography

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DECORATIVE PANELS PRESENTS: THE SERICA COLLECTION – A REVOLUTION IN INTERIOR DESIGN As such, as part of Decorative Panels’ Specialist range, we are thrilled to introduce 3 new colours to our SERICA Collection: Caramel, Sage Green, Rusty Red. These mesmerising hues will help transform your decor game and infuse your surroundings with warmth, tranquillity, and a touch of rustic charm. A decorative surface collection of super-matt, silky smooth finishes, SERICA is designed to cover all types of furnishings in homes, offices, and retail environments. The introduction of Caramel, Sage Green, and Rusty Red to the SERICA Collection offers homeowners an opportunity to elevate their living spaces to new heights of style and comfort. Decorative Panels’ SERICA Collection is a breath of fresh air. Intricately crafted to cater to an extensive array of applications, spanning from kitchens and bathrooms to various other settings such as homes, offices, and retail spaces, the SERICA Collection serves as a reminder that interior design transcends aesthetics. It is about creating spaces that elevate the human experience. Named after the Latin word for "silky,” the SERICA Collection encapsulates the essence of opulence and sophistication. It is a collection that exudes timeless elegance while offering unparalleled comfort - a fusion of aesthetics and functionality that is perfect for the modern home. Incredibly durable, featuring innovative antiscratch and anti-fingerprint technology, SERICA is meticulously crafted to envelop a wide spectrum of furnishings, catering to homes, offices, retail spaces, and proving invaluable for exhibition contractors and specialised projects alike. In comparison to its counterparts, SERICA raises the bar within its industry, notably in its ground-breaking utilisation of super matt technology. A decorative surface collection of super-matt, silky smooth finishes, SERICA is designed to cover all types of furnishings. The SERICA Collection offers a surface that is not only visually stunning but also incredibly tactile, inviting you to touch and feel its luxurious texture. The palette of solid colours within the SERICA collection knows no bounds, allowing for limitless creative combinations. SERICA offers an unprecedented level of design freedom, empowering creators to explore surfaces and threedimensional concepts to their fullest potential. To meet the driving demand for matt unicolours, Decorative Panels’ SERICA Collection is constantly evolving with new colours being introduced on a frequent basis. These new additions are following the trend of warmer shades, bringing a new energy to the Collection.

Exude timeless elegance with a touch of Caramel. Caramel, the embodiment of understated elegance, brings a sense of cosiness and luxury to any room. Its rich, inviting tones effortlessly complement a wide range of interior styles, making it a top choice for those seeking a timeless and refined ambiance. Embrace the soothing essence of nature with SERICA’s serene Sage Green. For those looking to infuse their homes with a sense of calm and serenity. This refreshing shade invites the outdoors in, creating an oasis of peace within your living space - perfect for crafting a tranquil retreat where you can unwind and rejuvenate. Or ignite your passion for autumn with Rusty Red. Infused with warmth and a dash of vintage charm, Rusty Red gives your interiors a welcoming ambience. Experience a refreshing departure from the greys and beiges that once dominated your living spaces. These vibrant hues offer the ideal backdrop for cultivating an ambiance that promotes both relaxation and productivity, capable of either igniting action or instilling tranquillity. The introduction of the New Serica colour palette will undoubtedly define the essence of your interior. Decorative Panels always prioritise innovation in design, consistently pushing the boundaries with ongoing advancements in innovative surface textures and finishes. The most recent additions to the Serica Collection, featured in the dp-specialist range, mirror the latest trends in contemporary design. Book a visit to the dp-group Marketing Suite where the SERICA Collection is on display and keep looking out for more new release from Decorative Panels; innovative designs are coming out all the time. Visit our website www.decorativepanels.co.uk or contact Decorative Panels Lamination on 01484 658341 to order your free sample today!

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New research shows homeowners have one subject on their mind, according to eco paint specialist Victory Colours: autumn.

And while orange interiors might not tick everyone’s boxes when it comes to interiors schemes, it’s the perfect complement to another autumn trend.

Pinterest shows searches for the term ‘cozy autumn aesthetic’ are up 600% over a month, while searches ‘autumn bedroom’ and ‘autumn décor’ are up 200% and ‘autumn room’ is up 100% over the same period.

Victoria added: “Brooding blues are going to be one of the most popular shade this winter, and orange is a great shade to bring through some warmth. Orange and blues work beautifully together and will create a stunning interior scheme that wows.”

Victoria Yardley, Managing Director of Victory Colours, said: “Autumn might have been delayed ever so slightly thanks to a final splurge of summer, but there is no doubt customers are now looking bring warmth into their homes using rich, earthy shades.

Victory Colours’ range of eco paints are water-based, technically-excellent paint with almost zero VOCs. They are available in 2.5-litre and 5-litre tins of emulsion, soft sheen and eggshell. Prices start at £44.95 for a 2.5-litre tin of emulsion from victorycolours.co.uk

“Oranges, coppers and burnt reds are ideal hues for adding heat.”

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USING CONCRETE IN THE HOME

Founded in 2009 and based in Yorkshire, Verus Construction, the modern residential specialist has recently completed a luxury home project on Sandmoor Avenue, Leeds. Through the use of polished concrete flooring throughout the ground floor, the specialist team has created a distinctive home that celebrates open plan living, brutalism and minimalist luxury. Damian Barker, Founder and CEO of Verus Construction, says of the completed project: “In the last decade there’s been a real shift in interest toward buildings using concrete as part of attentiongrabbing home interiors. We’ve seen exposed concrete ceilings and particularly polished concrete flooring spike in popularity, giving the feeling of a simple and honest shell and creating clean and calming spaces. Brutalism as an interior style often makes use of concrete surfaces, creating hard angles whilst still managing to feel both warm and welcoming as interior flooring and walls merge and flow into the outdoor landscape.”

COHESIVE CONCRETE SPACES A polished concrete floor has been used throughout the ground floor of Sandmoor Avenue. Hardwearing, easy to clean and dust resistant, this industrial look is on trend and works brilliantly with the underfloor heating installed throughout. The cool modern concrete style has been mimicked through the use of polished plaster on the fireplace surround to continue the clean lines and connectivity throughout the home. The fireplace

blends seamlessly into the surrounding walls and acts as a focal point in the ground floor, connecting the hallway, kitchen diner and living room together to create a calm and connected living space. The cohesion and simplicity throughout the home creates a quiet luxury, elevating the interiors whilst maintaining tranquillity and balance. The clean aesthetic creates a serene space that seamlessly flows into the outdoors. The industrial style of the flooring has been complemented with pops of colour by the owners to create a trendy and sleek living space.

OPEN PLAN LIVING When considering the space, Damian and his team decided to create double height glass walls to complement the concrete flooring and streamline the eye, guiding you through the home via the consistency of the material, creating a connected space that flows naturally into the concrete patio outdoors. The trend of open plan living spaces has grown hugely over the last few years. Using industrial and natural surfaces such as stone, wood and concrete in your indoor living spaces creates a connection to your outdoor living space. . The concrete floor matches seamlessly with the patio flooring to create an open plan space that allows the garden to be an extension of the home. www.verusconstruction.co.uk www.instagram.com/verusconstructionltd www.linkedin.com/company/verus-construction-ltd

LANDSCAPING & EXTERNAL WORKS

EXCEPTIONAL PRODUCTS EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE BESPOKE FABRICATION Lux Unique design and manufacture bespoke high quality steel garden products in the UK.

The company also offers steels products in powder coated and galvanised finishes.

The team behind Lux Unique are family and operate an onsite steel fabrication company so have a wealth of stateof-the-art machinery and expertise at their disposal. Over the last few years, the company has grown to support many garden designers and clients in creating bespoke pieces for their outside spaces which are beautifully designed and will stand the test of time.

The on-site design team, technical engineers and fabricators mean that Lux Unique have total control over the design and manufacturing process from inception to completion and can work with clients to create truly bespoke, high quality crafted pieces.

The popularity of Cor-ten steel known for its exceptional strength, longevity and zero maintenance has seen this material become the product of choice for so many landscapers and garden designers. Lux Unique offer a minimum thickness of 3mm on all Cor-ten products because to offer a thinner material would simply compromise on the quality and strength of the product, something many of their competitors do.

The team has created many bespoke pieces for clients including planters, raised beds, water features, ponds, steps, and garden edging working with designers on all the technical aspects of their ideas to come up with solutions to suit the space and budget. Its commitment to high standards has placed Lux Unique at the forefront of bespoke fabrication for the garden industry, bringing superior quality UK made products to the market and offering a personal one-to-one service for all its clients.

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LIFTS, STAIRS & BALUSTRADE

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Making beautiful spaces beautifully accessible The stunning Autograph and Heritage Collections by Lyfthaus. Bespoke disabled access platform lifts, designed and crafted in Cambridge, England. Architecturally inspired, beautifully engineered. Lyfthaus premium open aspect platform lifts can be found in Britain's finest buildings, architectural icons and A-list properties.

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EDGE LIGHTING MADE EASY Enhancing an interior can be an expensive task but not utilising our unique LED edge lighting profiles. Designed to be cost effective yet create stunning results. These profiles become the key component to a lighting concept. Options being for a flat ceiling or a corner detail the aluminium trims form a sharp edge perfect for plastering to. The aluminium also acts as the perfect heat sink for LED keeping the running temperature low. For the LED strip, simply select the colour temperature and output, whether it is single colour, dim to warm or colour changing the options are many. After selecting the LED, select the driver, either switched, triac, DALI, 1-10v, DMX, 12v or 24v, the choice is yours. Typical applications are washing light round cornices, coffering, roof light wells, light panelling, beam edges, skirtings and wall recesses. When switched off the edge trim blends into the interior almost unnoticeable.

When on, the room is washed with soft reflected light, the perfect way to illuminate a room and to avoid the error of too many down lights. Available in 3m lengths for ease of transportation and installation, these trims will transform the way you see

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LIGHT 23 A ONE-STOPSHOP OF INSPIRATION FOR ALL DESIGNERS LiGHT – the only trade show in the UK dedicated to lighting specification - will build on the success of its first year in 2022 by enhancing its offering to attract the wider design community. A common misconception is that trade shows dedicated to lighting specification are just for lighting designers. This, put simply, just isn’t the case... Lighting is one of the first things that should be considered when working on a project – whether you’re a client, developer, architect, interior designer, or lighting designer. The importance of working with the right tools and having the right knowledge to produce the best light – and in turn the best environment for the end user – is undeniable. So many times, lighting is an afterthought on a project, when it should be at the forefront of everybody’s minds.

SO, IF YOU’RE NOT A LIGHTING DESIGNER WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND LIGHT 23? Well, ask yourself these questions... 1. Do you work on commercial and / or high-end residential projects? 2. Do the projects you work on feature lighting in some capacity? 3. Would you like to understand more about the effects of good and bad lighting on design schemes and the end user? 4. Would you like to broaden your knowledge on the built environment?

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5. Would you like to make new connections within the industry? If you answered YES to even just one of these questions, then LiGHT 23 is the event for you and with FREE visitor registration, what’s to lose?

"The importance of working with the right tools and having the right knowledge to produce the best light – and in turn the best environment for the end user – is undeniable."

LiGHT 23 will feature 100s of high-end lighting brands all under one roof – perfect for residential and commercial projects large and small. From sourcing IP-rated products that can bring a stunning bathroom or garden design scheme to life; to statement decorative pieces for a restaurant or bar project; or perhaps you’re working on a big hotel project and need a company that can fulfil a large order... Maybe you need something more bespoke? With lighting brands from all over the world on show, we guarantee, there will be a product at LiGHT 23 that fits the brief. Not only that, LiGHT 23 will once again host the highly regarded talks programme [d]arc thoughts, featuring experts from across the world of design, editors from speciality design magazines including arc, darc, ICON, and OnOffice, while covering topics that affect all areas of the industry, such as sustainability & circular design; designing for a global client; designing for healthy office spaces; and designing for small & large spaces, to name just a few... Watch this space for a full talks programme announcement coming very soon! The show’s association partners will also support the talks programme with speakers from the likes of British Institute of Interior Design (BIID); Society of

British & International Interior Design (SBID); NLA; Institution of Lighting Professionals (ILP); Society of Light and Lighting (SLL); and the International Assocation of Lighting Design (IALD). The BIID and IALD will also be hosting members and potential new members in the Associations Lounge at the show, which will be a welcome chill out area for visiting designers throughout the two-day event. Why not join the IALD for a drinks reception as part of the late-night opening on 21 November, or the BIID for a designers’ lunch on 22 November. Also new for this year is darc space, a dedicated area for decorative lighting brands to shine. darc space will provide lighting and interior designers and specifiers looking for their next stunning light feature a one-stop-shop of decorative lighting brands to choose from. For the most recent up-to-date exhibitor list and all visitor information head to www.lightexpo.london 73

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A PASSION FOR LIGHT! AND MAKING THINGS Ian Bibby of BB Light has spent his life passionately making, designing and educating for products with greater energy efficiency. All born from a resolve to make a significant contribution to maintaining our world in all its beauty for the history to come. The art of light making is more than just interesting, it is challenging Ian states. As Art can be a tonic for human intellect and the soul, without light art would be devoid of presence and invisible. Our accelerating move inside to build environments has removed us for significant proportions of time from the daily rhythms of our sun. So, to living and working, light is everything and the issues of trying to recreate the natural rhythms of light to our environment has

become a challenge. This can be met by creating circadian rhythm or human centric lighting. Ian has developed a product where the colour temperature control can be varied and dimmed in a range of colour temperatures which reproduce those of sunlight seen at various times of the day. Additionally by the use of digital clock sometime referred to as atomic clock the colour temperatures will change and mimic the day long behaviour of our sun from sunrise to sunset. Currently Ian achieves this by using downlights but is committed to building various luminaire types embodying the same control and outputs such that something like a task light would perform the same function and thus greatly improve the natural rhythm of light we need for health and wellbeing.

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TOOLS, PLANT & EQUIPMENT

APC FORKS APC Forks’ fleet of machines feature generic specifications in order to cover a multitude of applications, including solid tyres and extra hydraulics which make them perfect for the vast variety of applications. Indeed, the JCB Teletruk boasts unique features and benefits over any conventional forklift, and APC Forks maintains a flexible approach to try and marry a hire agreement to suit a customer’s needs. “The JCB Teletruk is great for a vast range of applications,” explained Stuart. “These include waste management, builders’ merchants, grounds maintenance, inner city projects, Crossrail, London underground, and many others.”

Established in 2008, APC Forks has its Head Office in Stockport but mainly operates from its central location in the Midlands, giving excellent access to national coverage. Filling a problematic void in the market, APC Forks can satisfy the growing need for short and long term hiring of the JCB Teletruk. Since its inception, the company has grown its high quality fleet to encompass 150 plus machines, offering both two wheel and four wheel drive options to cater for the variable site requirements of its wide range of customers. The fleet is constantly growing and most units are less than three years old, ensuring customers are getting high quality, up to date equipment. “Our hiring services are highly flexible, so our customers can get the machine without having to commit to a long-term contract,” explained Stuart Hunter, Director. Indeed, the JCB Teletruks are hired straight from APC Forks rather than via a finance house, where companies can be locked in a deal for extensive periods of time. With APC Forks’ flexible hire service, which ranges from just one week to seven years, customers can use the machine for as long or short amount of time as they need. Indeed, with high levels of uncertainty currently in the marketplace, such flexibility is essential; thanks to APC Forks, a company can react quickly to new business opportunities and if a project does not go ahead, equipment can be returned without any penalties. The JCB Teletruk is unique in that it combines the functions of a counterbalanced forklift with those of a re-handling shovel, making it the most flexible forklift on the market today. The entirety of APC Forks’ fleet has a quick-change front, which makes switching between various attachments quick and easy. These attachments can include forks, sideshifts, buckets, bale clamps, rotators, and many more. Furthermore, JCB Teletruk’s all-round visibility is superior to a conventional forklift, making it one of the safest machines available. 78

Certainly, the uses of the JCB Teletruk are versatile and numerous. “One of the JCB Teletruk’s key advantages is its telescopic boom, which allows for the loading and offloading on one side,” explained Stuart. This means that if a yard is tight on space or a customer needs to load and offload on a public highway, safety and efficiency is ensured. The JCB Teletruk is also a particular favourite with the waste industry, thanks to its high flexibility and ability to deal with any terrain with two or four wheel drive options. What’s more, the machines can be fitted with fire suppression system, making it ideal for the prevention of fires in the hardest environments. The JCB Teletruk also has no mast or carriage, meaning it is ideal when working with a bucket and grapple in challenging applications. “We now have an ever increasing fleet of electric JCB Teletruks, which will only enhance the green option for our more environmentally conscious customers and applications.” The TLT30-19/35-22E gives customers 1,900/2,200 kg capacity at two metres, and are also available for nationwide hire. Looking to the future, APC Forks will be maintaining its high quality and versatile services, regularly enhancing its fleet. “We update our fleet on a regular basis to keep up with the latest product enhancements, ensuring we are offering up to date equipment for our customers. We want to keep growing, and to continue to support infrastructure and industry.” The fact that APC Forks’ unbeatable adaptability is underpinned by committed customer service and quick response to queries makes the company the number one choice for companies in need of flexible JCB Teletruk hire. If you would like to find out more information on how APC Forks can help you, head to the website or get in touch using the contact details below. Contact T: 0845 074 3335 www.hireajcbteletruk.co.uk www.electricteletrukhire.co.uk

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WANT TO DO YOUR BIT TO TACKLE CLIMATE CHANGE? TCP (Taylor Construction Plant Ltd) is a leading innovator of hydrogen fuel cell/battery hybrid products for the construction industry. Included in the range are lighting towers and power generators which produce zero carbon emissions (at point of delivery), are virtually silent in operation and eliminate risk of fuel spills. The Ecolite TH200 LED hydrogen fuel cell light tower produces zero carbon emissions at point of delivery, is virtually silent in operation and uses prismatic lens technology to eliminate light pollution. This innovative off grid lighting solution also removes risk of fuel spills associated with traditional equipment. TCP has also developed a clean air alternative to a 5KW diesel generator for off grid applications by combining two of its product innovations together. The ECO GH2 hydrogen DC power generator is capable of a maximum output of 1kW and reliably backs up the LGP 2500 Power Pack (2-3 hours) in the absence of mains power. The LGP 2500 Power Pack, has a peak power output of 5kW for energy-intensive jobs such as lighting,

cutting, grinding, and some welding. Together these units provide an environmentally friendly off-grid power resource which requires minimal maintenance and can be easily transported due to their compact lightweight design.

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WE’RE NOW OFFICIALLY LIVE WITH OUR NEW WEBSITE Screwshop primarily specialise in screws, fixings and fasteners for the DIY, hardware, building, joinery and furniture manufacturing sectors. It took more than 6 months of dedicated hard work and sincere efforts of our team members to come up with a creative solution that will help everyone buying on our Screwshop site. Have a look to at www.screwshop.co.uk to see for yourselves • Faster than ever • Equipped with enhanced new features • Powered by Easy-tonavigate functionality • More user-friendly We are dedicated to offering you, our customers, competitive prices from our ever-increasing range of imported products and expertise in more localised sourcing, excellent service and a versatile approach to a wide variety of finished and

packaging options. With that, we also invite you to connect with our wonderful family on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to stay up to date and engaged with company announcements. Moreover, if you are into exploring the unknown, be sure to head over to check our blog posts and newly developed website sections. If you have queries, comments, suggestions for us, or can’t find what you’re looking for, please share with us at Screwshop or call us on 0121 559 8866 – we are here to help. Thank you from all at Screwshop. www.screwshop.co.uk sales@screwshop.co.uk

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CONCRETE & STONEWORK Supplied and installed by Stone Circle in Fine Watches, Harrods, London.

WHAT DOES ‘BOOK MATCHING’ STONE MEAN? How is it achieved and why is it so much more expensive then simply laying slabs side by side?

degrees and place these on top of the others, you create the famous ‘butterfly effect’.

Often seen in high end residential bathrooms and corporate office entrances, ‘bookmatching’ is a beautiful pattern where two or four seemingly mirrored pieces of stone meet, creating a sumptuous ‘butterfly’ or ‘open book’ image.

And if the project has enough space, and you have enough material to fill that space, then you can create the most stunning finishes such as this elegant wall of marble fabricated by Stone Circle for the watch department at Harrods, London.

To start, a quarried block of stone is sliced, like a loaf of bread, by huge multi bladed saws, cooled by constant water, gnawing back and forth, down through the stone. The raw slabs, now 20mm thick, are then polished, photographed and calibrated. It’s at this point that the decision is made as to which faces of the slab to polish.

Of course, the process takes much longer than plain cutting, because the sawyer has to cut each slab in exactly the same position to create the perfect match. Wastage increases too, because reproducing the pattern limits the amount of the slab that can be used. And if you accidentally break one piece…….? You might have to start again. The risks are higher and so are the costs.

Heavily veined or patterned material is better for book matching. The direction and thickness of the veins giving the greatest effect. If you imagine a closed book, you can only see one face - the cover. But if you open the book you can see two faces. So, like the open book, the faces touching each other in the sliced block are polished and a mirrored pattern or ‘book match’ is revealed. If you then take four book matched slabs, cut next to each other, and turn two of them through 180

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But the effects are exceptional and unique and, I would argue, worth every penny. If you need assistance with a stone project or would like to talk to a stone expert about your project, your choices and how to use this gorgeous material to achieve fantastic results please call Robert Merry on 07771997621, email info@stoneconsultants.co.uk or visit the Stone Consultants at www.stoneconsultants.co.uk. We look forward to hearing from you.

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