Category: Featured
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What is daisy chain lighting? Expert reveals how it can cut costs and installation times
If you’re looking for the answer to what daisy chain lighting is, you’ve come to the right place. Here, we examine what it is, how it works, its benefits, and where you can use it. Whether you’re setting up lights in your new kitchen extension, in your garage, or lighting up a patio, it’s a…
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11 bedroom radiator ideas for a warm and welcoming space
Cosy bedrooms can be achieved in a number of ways, with bedroom radiator ideas one of the most obvious and practical methods for creating a warm place in which to slumber. But with all the different types of radiator available, how do you choose one that doesn’t just suit your needs, but also matches the…
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New research destroys Government’s plans to build on the green belt
The government has been pushing ahead with controversial “grey belt” housing proposals, which would see swathes of Green Belt land released for housing development. But new research from CPRE’s State of Brownfield 2025 report shows there is more than enough previously developed land available to build enough houses to meet the government’s 1.5 million housing…
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How Field Management Software Keeps Teams Aligned
When a crew arrives and the material they need is still on a truck at another site, the whole day loses momentum. Paper schedules and last-minute phone calls turn a single small problem into hours of waiting, duplicated work, and unexpected cost. The real bottleneck on most construction projects is not labor or equipment; it…
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Halton Joins Alliance to Advance Sustainable Hospitality
Halton is a recognised leader in indoor air solutions for demanding built environments, including professional kitchens and hospitality settings. Its expertise helps hotels and foodservice operators enhance energy efficiency, improve indoor environmental quality, and support the well-being of both guests and staff. Headquartered in Finland, Halton operates in over 35 countries worldwide, employing more than…
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Can a Custom Deck Include an Outdoor Kitchen or Fire Pit?
A deck is more than just a platform for a few chairs and a grill. Today, homeowners are transforming their decks into true outdoor living spaces—with features like kitchens, fire pits, and cozy lounge areas. But can a deck actually handle these upgrades? And if so, what should you consider before adding them? Let’s take…
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MVE + Partners Earns Multiple AIAOC Awards
MVE + Partners, a leading architectural firm, received several awards from the AIAOC Awards for projects based in California and Utah. Notable accolades include: OcVibe multifamily – Anaheim, CA: MVE is leading the design of the multifamily of the $4B OCVibe mixed-use development, slated to become Orange County’s downtown. The firm designed 2,250 residential units organized around key civic and…
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Minimalist Fence Designs for Modern Northwest Homes
In the Pacific Northwest, homes are surrounded by natural beauty—lush greenery, tall evergreens, and breathtaking mountain views. With such scenery, many homeowners are shifting toward minimalist fence designs that blend into the environment rather than compete with it. Minimalist fencing is more than just a style choice. It’s about combining privacy, durability, and simplicity in…
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Feeney Unveils Patented Concrete Embed Post Anchor System
Feeney, a leading manufacturer of high-performance architectural products, is proud to announce the launch of its Concrete Embed Post Anchoring System, a patented innovation engineered to address the longstanding challenges of anchoring posts in shallow concrete slabs over corrugated steel decking or composite decks, as well as post-tension slabs (Patent U.S. 11,199,019 B1). Traditional anchoring…