Design & specification

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Design & Specification Articles

The benefits of master specifications

Specification is an essential part of the design process. Unfortunately, for most construction professionals, it is the least enjoyed task. If a specification is written badly it can cause major problems for every member of the construction team, and can cost the client a great deal of money. If the specification is well written it can enhance project delivery for the whole construction team while saving everyone money. read more on 'The benefits of master specifications' ...
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 this 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' ...
Smart homes

A smart home is defined as a one that has an internal communications network with access to external broadband connectivity. This article takes a brief overview of smart homes, looking at what they are and how they are envisaged to work. read more on 'Smart homes' ...