Design for SuDS
Our Design for SuDs Industry Viewfinder reveals architects’ views and experiences of Sustainable Urban Drainage System including design approaches, client engagement, and solutions used.
Bill Dunster, Architect, ZEDPower
Bill Dunster of ZedFactory discusses his approach sustainable design and the urgent need for a ‘fad-free,’ uncompromising approach to low carbon buildings.
A New Era of Energy Efficient Buildings
The upgrades to Parts L & F of the Building Regulations include a 31% cut in new homes’ carbon; our Industry Viewfinder gauges architects’ response, including the new Part O.
The Road to Zero Carbon
How have architects approached zero carbon buildings to date, and what are their views on the profession’s wider initiatives to achieve low energy designs? Our white paper reveals all.
Accountability for Fire Safety Post-Building Safety Act
The Building Safety Act aims to remedy many of the failings that led to the Grenfell Tower fire. What do architects make of the changes it brings to project accountability?
Sustainability & Wellness in Commercial Buildings
Post-Covid, workplaces have to put a lot more into designing spaces to attract the best staff. Our Industry Viewfinder canvassed architects on how sustainability and wellness can be the key.
The Future of Tall Buildings
Our Industry Viewfinder which asks architects their views on the future of tall buildings, and what a sustainable case for development might look like in coming years.
What Does it Take to ‘Go’ Passivhaus?
Sarah Lewis of the Passivhaus Trust, gives some clear and revealing insights into what it takes to ‘go Passivhaus,’ with an infectious enthusiasm for achieving success in this demanding area.
Exploring Current Thinking on Passivhaus
Passivhaus is the gold standard of zero carbon; this white paper discovers how architects & clients view it – and if there are stigmas and myths still to address.