The most successful residential refurbishments are rarely defined by the amount of space they add. Instead, they are remembered for how they transform the quality of that space. At The Ramblers in the Oxfordshire village of Roke, a once dark and inward-looking 1960s house has been completely reimagined through the careful integration of natural daylight, demonstrating how rooflights can become fundamental architectural elements rather than simply sources of overhead light.

Pyroguard, a leading independent provider of fire safety glass, has delivered a comprehensive fire safety glazing solution as part of the major redevelopment of the TX Building at Strijp-T in Eindhoven, The Netherlands. Originally constructed in 1929 for Philips and recognised as one of Eindhoven's most significant industrial landmarks, the TX Building has undergone an extensive transformation to create 56,000 m² of contemporary workspace for high-tech businesses. The redevel

A recent project in Surrey showcased Apex’s full design‑to‑install capability: a SIPS timber frame system supplied and installed for a developer constructing two new‑build, single‑storey, five‑bedroom homes. Designed to achieve excellent insulation performance and airtightness, all SIP panels were fully designed, engineered, and manufactured in‑house by Apex. As with all Apex timber frame builds, SterlingOSB Zero was used extensively to sheath the external wall panels, contri

TORMAX UK has delivered a complete door automation solution for Frostree Ltd at the new Bishop Auckland Bus Station, on behalf of Durham County Council. The installation incorporates a combination of TORMAX iMotion door operators to automate 12 key passenger access points, creating efficient movement from the bus station interior, through to external boarding areas. The installation includes 8 iMotion 2202a single sliding door operators, 2 iMotion 2203 bi-parting door opera

ISO Chemie’s thermal insulating and load bearing bracket support system has been specified for a new sustainable residential development at an Oxford college. The move sees ISO-TOP WINFRAMER ‘TYPE 1’ units being fitted to support and insulate the triple glazed aluminium windows and doors installed at Wolfson College’s new three-storey residential development. When completed in spring next year, the Garden Building will provide 50 high-quality student bedrooms, supported by

FP McCann has successfully supplied and installed its prestressed precast hollowcore flooring system for a new care facility currently under construction in Milton Keynes, further demonstrating the benefits of off-site manufactured structural solutions within the healthcare and residential sectors. Located within the modern Brooklands community to the east of the city, the purpose-built Rosebrook Care Home is set to open in 2027. Once complete, the development will provide a

FP McCann’s specialist precast concrete installation team is building a multi-vehicle docking and insulated Prowall system on a brand-new commercial and distribution centre in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. Principal construction specialist Volker Fitzpatrick is undertaking Phase 3 of Symmetry Park for client Tritax Big Box Developments Ltd. On completion later this year, Warburtons, Britain's largest bakery brand, will take up a cross-docked office and distribution space coverin

Style has delivered a bespoke acoustic solution as part of an extensive CAT B refurbishment of The Pattern Shop, a Grade II listed industrial landmark in Newcastle. Working alongside Overbury, Style installed Autex acoustic products across four floors, introducing high-impact design features that enhance the building’s heritage character while delivering effective acoustic performance for a contemporary workplace accommodating around 600 employees. A defining element of the

Steel Window Fittings has won the Associated Award at the 2026 Steel Window Association (SWA) Awards; recognising the company’s pivotal role in supporting with one of the industry’s standout projects. Domestic Project of the Year winner is Westcote Hall in Northampton, a large country house with origins from the 17th century, by The Cotswold Casement Company. Image credit: Pete Helme. Presented at the third annual SWA Awards in London, the accolade highlights the contribu