Design & specification

This topic area offers you a set of resources to help you keep up to date with design and specification.

Design & Specification Articles

CPIC and Uniclass – who, what and why?

In a world ruled by acronyms these are just another two, but CPIC and Uniclass are important to the success of the construction industry in cutting costs and waste. This article explains. read more on 'CPIC and Uniclass – who, what and why?' ...
Rainscreen cladding: letting air in to keep rain out

Rainscreen cladding has been around, in various guises, for centuries, but its modern, scientifically-validated incarnation was developed in Scandinavia during the 1940s. In an exclusive extract from NBS Shortcuts written by noted industry figure Austin Williams, we introduce rainscreen cladding and its use in the UK. read more on 'Rainscreen cladding: letting air in to keep rain out' ...
Sustainable specification

Building services engineers have a major part to play in promoting sustainable development and have a responsibility to design systems that reduce the environmental impact of a building, throughout its whole life cycle. We explain how NBS work sections can help construction professionals in the specification of renewable energy systems. read more on 'Sustainable specification' ...