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to meet certain aesthetic standards. Housebuilders should identify how groundworks can contribute to an overall look, embracing drainage systems as part of the design rather than simply being a necessary part of water management. There are an increasing number of


drainage solutions that offer a sleek and discreet finish, alongside sufficient hydraulic capacity to mitigate the effects of stormwater. Housebuilders should ensure they keep abreast of the latest drainage technology to allow them to deliver visually striking results.


AESTHETIC CONSIDERATIONS The critical role that drainage plays in managing rainfall and keeping sites safe can often mean it is approached in purely practical terms. However, it is important to note that there is a trend towards increased investment in outdoor spaces, with people spending more time than ever before at home during the various lockdowns and continued remote working. This means there is a greater expecta-


tion that outdoor areas of the house offer more than just functionality – they have


KEEPING UP TO DATE It isn’t just the outside of a house that has seen key design trends influence construction projects. Some features within the home require particular styles of drainage too, such as wetrooms. These are proving to be a popular choice for domestic projects, and often require drainage that can also meet the individual styles and tastes of the end user. Housebuilders should be aware of the range of different gratings suitable for these types of features. Indeed, this is a critical part of a housebuilder’s role – to stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, as well as the drainage solutions that are designed


SUDS CAN HELP HOUSEBUILDERS DELIVER GREEN WATER MANAGEMENT THAT IS BUILT TO LAST, AND SHOULD BE AN INTEGRAL PART OF A PROJECT’S PLANNING


to facilitate them. Designing and imple- menting surface water management can be a complex task, with many products available; all with different benefits and uses. From the placement of access units for maintenance, to correctly understand- ing the hydraulic calculations, support should always be sought if needed. Crucially, incorporating groundworks at the early stages of the design process will minimise disruption, and ensure the best drainage solution is delivered.


Chris Green is key accounts director at ACO Water Management


Keyline Civils Specialist: delivering quality service


Keyline Civils Specialist has introduced a new delivery service, to streamline the process and improve reliability. As part of this improved service, customers will now be provided with a delivery time slot, so they can accurately plan deliveries into the working day and improve on-


site efficiency and safety. Keyline’s new service is designed to improve its delivery offering in line with customers’ needs. On the day of delivery, the new system provides customers with a two-hour delivery window, as well as access to live tracking. They will also be told what products are being delivered and will receive an update when the delivery is 20 minutes away – meaning site agents are well informed and able to plan ahead.


customerservice@keyline.co.uk www.keyline.co.uk Get into the groove with Keller


The warmth of timber guarantees its continued reign in the kitchen for eternity; and the material is now a serious contender in the contemporary style world too. Keller Kitchens leads the way with its modern, inviting Black Cottage design which includes the Sutton door. Boasting a tactile


textured finish, formed from coarse timber veneer, the Sutton range is almost a slab door, except for one distinctive detail: a single vertical groove that bisects each frontal. Creating a striking feature that looks particularly impressive on a long run of units, this groovy attribute certainly sets Black Cottage and Sutton itself apart from the crowds.


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