Knowledge

We look at fixtures and fittings, the distinction between the two, and considerations when specifying.

Though most fabric and services systems and products can be used in facilities of all types, some are specific to a particular facility. So where does a specifier go for neutral authoritative technical information on systems and products pertaining to sports facilities?

We put party politics aside to assess Government progress on Health and Safety.

We explore considerations when building low and zero carbon buildings without damaging biodiversity.

The 2010 edition of Part L is going to require even greater efficiencies from lighting systems. BSRIA lighting specialist, Richard Forster, identifies the major changes.

Lewis Taylor of TRADA Technology's Building Performance Division comments on pending changes to Approved Document L, where the thermal performance of party walls will be considered for the first time.

The electronic tracking of post tender project costs is available for NBS Scheduler users. NBS Director of Design and Innovation Dr Stephen Hamil outlines the benefits.

Building Information Modelling is currently a hot topic in the construction industry. Dr Stephen Hamil offers his thoughts.

Nick Moss, of the Central Point of Expertise on Timber Procurement, discusses the importance of the UK government timber procurement policy and its relevance to BREEAM.

Heating controls with condensing boilers are almost mandatory for home installation in the UK. In this article, BSRIA tell us more.

In this extract from Loft Conversion Project Guide, by the Construction Products Association, we look at good practice techniques and information on the need to provide ventilation to the converted roof.

In this book extract from The Whole Building Handbook: How to Design Healthy, Efficient and Sustainable Buildings by Varis Bokalders and Maria Block, we look at the increasingly pressing need to make buildings sustainable.