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Barrisol feature on pages 9, 32 and 33.
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A DIVINE EXPERIENCE AT THE SAVOY
CONRAD SMITH OF REARDONSMITH ARCHITECTS TALKS ABOUT THE ‘DAME’ AND HER REBIRTH
December 2010
Now that we have reached a date where it is acceptable to put our Christmas tree’s up, I feel it is time to start spreading Christmas cheer and what better way to indulge in some luxurious
festivity than with a trip down to The Savoy. It is open to the public and we have a four page special on the grand hotel. Conrad Smith of ReardonSmith Architects has taken the time to answer some questions we had for him. From the technical elements to the original beauty of the hotel, Conrad gives his account of an extraordinary project. After a recent visit to Interbuild- Now known
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as Best, we have pages 16-17 dedicated to some of the products and projects that exhibited over at the NEC. More shows to come in the New Year as well so keep your eye out for our previews and reviews in the New Year.
Introducing our bathroom feature is Bristan
who are trying to overcome the stigma attached to walk-in bath suites. Combining functionality and style, Bristan, part of the West Midlands Interior and Lifestyle Cluster, has begun to revolutionise the way people view walk-in bath’s, creating a new environment for those who need them. In our coveted Last Word spot Michael
DECEMBER NEWS 6
An architectural news update, with projects and work from around the world
INDUSTRY NEWS 10 An update from the sector
CONTRACTS AND PROJECTS 12 New specifications and completions
Jade Tilley, Editor 18 THE SAVOY
Architects Choice explores the divina re-creation of the spectacular London hotel
22WEB SPOTLIGHT Surfs through the pages of our online feature
Plus
CONTRACTS & PROJECTS BATHROOMS
PLUMBING AND DRAINAGE WORLD LEADER IN STRETCHED CEILINGS
Farnsworth, Managing Director at Stormsaver discusses Rainwater harvesting and its role in sustainable architecture. Dipping into RIBA figures and looking at Part L and G of the building regulations, we are starting to see measures being put in place to protect our futures with the use of more resource-efficient technologies.
BEST REVIEW 16 The new Interbuild show is under the spotlight
25 BATHROOMS Our feature is introduced by Bristan
31 PLUMBING AND DRAINAGE Unblocking the system for good products
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34 PRODUCT GALLERY New innovations
37 SPOTLIGHT: ANCON Discussing thermal conductivity
42THE LAST WORD By Stormsaver
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