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Genuine sustainability or just 'greenwashing?'
Every aspect of modern industry involves the emission of CO2. Today more than ever before, the environmental impact of our products and services is right at the top of the ethical agenda. In principle this is a good development, but is still only the tip of the iceberg. In the long-term, we need to ensure the responsible handling of all natural resources. The GDA discusses the issues, obstacles and possible solutions.
Anti-ligature products - a design debate
Mike O'Brien, sales development manager at Laidlaw Solutions, discusses the balance between safety, performance and style of anti-ligature products, and how designs can change without comprising on safety.
Downlight danger
Neil Perdell, national technical manager of Aico Ltd, explains how downlights and thermal insulation pose a fire hazard.
Design Brief: Reusing land
The Federation of Master Builders director of external affairs Brian Berry explains how the right government legislation can solve the housing issues in the UK, and suggests that reusing land will avoid dreaded 'garden-grabbing.'
Best of both worlds
A major new retail quarter has been created in Bath which beautifully addresses a previously run-down area, using modern precast technology allied to traditional stone cladding to harmonious effect. James Parker reports.
On the Table: Private Sector Housing
The implications of the new Part L of the Building Regulations and the 2016 deadline for zero carbon homes have massive implications for private sector housing, already struggling to emerge from a deep recession. This month's panel discusses how the industry might respond, employing the latest techniques to address customers' demands.