CONTENTS 06.26 NEWS, VIEWS & INSIGHTS PRODUCTS


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Industry News CPD Focus Comment: chapmanbdsp on why BIM’s more than just software Ask the Architect: Landscape specialist Christopher Gray of SLR International Focus Ask the Expert: VM Building Solutions UK’s Jonathan Lowy Appointments & Company News


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ROUND TABLE REVIEW 27


PROJECT REPORT CONQUERING THE CASTLE


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Feilden+Mawson has rescued a major symbol of Norman power following Victorian incursions, restoring Norwich Castle to become a modern, accessible destination. Stephen Cousins reports.


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Structural Elements Groundworks & Drainage External Envelope Heating, Ventilation & Services Interiors


Landscaping & External Works Safety & Security


KEEPING FABRIC FIRST IN FUTURE HOMES STANDARD COMPLIANCE An in-depth report on the Building Insights LIVE round table held to look at strategies for keeping a fabric fi rst approach in the wake of the Future Homes Standard.


STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS


FUTUREPROOFING HOUSING THROUGH RESILIENT SPECIFICATION Manuela Fazzan explores durable, adaptable housing design.


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GROUNDWORKS & DRAINAGE GOING UNDERGROUND Jon Whittingham looks at how early- stage drainage and pumping strategies can solve complex constraints.


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HEATING, VENTILATION & SERVICES BALANCING INDOOR AIR QUALITY Louise McHugh on balancing school air quality, comfort and effi ciency for schools using hybrid ventilation.


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INTERIORS: BATHROOMS DESIGNING OUT WATER WASTE Richard Braid explains why washroom specifi cations must address water usage and leakage early to reduce waste and improve long-term building performance.


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ENTRANCE DESIGN: BALANCING SAFETY, SECURITY & ARCHITECTURAL INTENT Darren Hyde explores how architects can balance architectural vision with the competing functional demands of safety, security and accessibility when designing modern building entrances.


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