Biodiversity net gain is now a mandatory requirement for most new developments in England under the Environment Act 2021, and integrating eco-habitats into the building fabric at design stage is far simpler than retrofitting them later. But the case for...

This is the second set of Retro Ecowall® details produced in collaboration with Ecological Building Systems, following on from Part 1 which covered the core system build-up and junctions at roof eaves, intermediate floors, and wall intersections. This set addresses...

This second set of passive solar shading details extends the range introduced in Set 1, focusing on sliding and folding shutter systems across a wider range of configurations and opening types. Where Set 1 covered fixed fins, brise soleil, roller shutters, and a...

This detail set has been produced in collaboration with Ecological Building Systems, specialists in sustainable building products and systems, and covers the application of their Retro Ecowall® internal wall insulation system to existing solid brick and stone walls....

This new set covers a range of external solar shading strategies for residential windows, across timber frame and masonry cavity wall constructions. With Approved Document O now requiring overheating to be considered in new residential buildings, solar shading is...

This month we have a new set of corner glazing details, featuring traditional bay windows and contemporary Fluid Glass corner sliding door systems. Corner glazing presents unique challenges—structural support for cantilevered elements, thermal performance at...

This month we're releasing a comprehensive set of furniture layout CAD blocks and space planning guides based on Building Regulations Approved Document Part M Volume 1. Designing compliant residential spaces requires careful coordination of room dimensions, furniture...

This month we're releasing a comprehensive set of protected staircase, loft conversion, and fire stopping details designed to support material change of use, loft conversions, and new-build residential projects. Fire safety and means of escape are fundamental...

This month we're excited to release a comprehensive Passivhaus twin stud timber frame detail set, designed to support Passivhaus projects and ultra-low energy buildings. Passivhaus represents the gold standard in energy-efficient construction, requiring exceptional...

This month we're introducing a comprehensive set of fire and acoustic details specifically designed for material change of use projects, where existing buildings are being converted into dwelling-houses and flats. Working on conversions and material alterations brings...

We are very happy to share another selection of details in collaboration with Fluid Glass. These details include various arrangements for bifold, sliding and pivot doors. All the details are in a masonry cavity wall construction and explore a number of options and...

A new set of timber frame extension details is now available in the library. These drawings cover a wide range of construction junctions including windows, doors, eaves, rooflights, and flat roof parapets. The details explore multiple installation methods for both...