Within this post we will look at what areas in the UK are more exposed to wind driven rain and what design features you should look at adopting for masonry walls and level threshold drainage based on each of these locations. Building Regulations Approved Document C,...

Choosing the right window materials can be the key to any project. They are the most eye-catching element of a building, giving personality and identity to a home. Additionally to letting light in, insulating the inside from cold, heat, rain, wind and adverse weather,...

The choice of cladding plays a crucial role in shaping the aesthetic appeal, functionality, and overall performance of a building. One increasingly popular cladding option is the use of brick slips. Brick slips, also known as brick veneers or brick tiles, are thin...

This technical post looks at the importance of radon gas exposure and the key considerations for the design and detailing of radon and gas membranes. Scroll to the end to view our range of radon gas membrane construction details! [To Download a FREE PDF of this guide...

The Detail Library contains a wealth of construction details that can be adjusted and amended to suit individual projects, saving huge amounts of time. In this technical post, we look at a live project which is using the Detail Library to assist in the development of...

There are a number of reasons why it’s a great idea to include a well designed fireplace and chimney in the construction of new homes. Aside from providing heating and comfort, a fireplace can serve as a focal point to a room and add ambiance to the space. However,...

When detailing flat roofs, a key consideration is where to position the insulation in order to provide the required thermal performance and manage moisture. Adding insulation to the construction of a flat roof is a requirement of the Building Regulations. It reduces...

Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is becoming an increasingly popular construction method within the UK due its sustainable credentials, speed of erection and low structural weight. CLT is pre-fabricated in the factory by glueing multiple layers of timber together in...

The conversion of an underused garage into internal accommodation is a popular way to provide extra space within existing homes. Conversions can be a great way to provide additional living space such as a dining room, a guest bedroom, a cinema room or a utility...

Building Regulation Part M: Access to and use of Buildings - Dwellings, deals with many aspects of access and use of buildings, including the design of ramps, doorways, entrances and corridors. A key part of this document is the layout of bathrooms so each...

An architectural feasibility study investigates and evaluates the potential of a site or building. It is usually designed for the client or clients to inform them on the possibility of a site. It clearly sets out a brief history of the site, its overall condition and...

When is a Build Over Application Required?   If you are building a new dwelling or extending an existing building, any work involving new foundations, underpinning, piling or basements within 3m of a public sewer will require a Build Over Agreement approval prior...