Welcome to our November edition of 5 Useful Things. In these mid monthly emails we share with you 5 useful things we have come across during our work and personal time that we hope you will enjoy. This month we have a variety of discoveries that we hope you will get some value from. If you have stumbled across something that you think our readers would find useful, please let us know! 1. Something To Save Black Friday Sale Black Friday is coming very soon! Keep an eye on your inbox (next...
27 days ago • 1 min read
Introducing the Detail Clinic Video Series... We are really excited to introduce our brand new detailing series. The Detail Clinic video series takes a real student markup of a construction detail and talks through all the common questions that come up. The first video looks at a typical masonry cavity wall foundation detail. Alongside the video you can download our free student pack to help with your learning. We hope you find the video useful. Check Out the Video Building Fabric - Sound...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Welcome to our October edition of 5 Useful Things. In these mid monthly emails we share with you 5 useful things we have come across during our work and personal time that we hope you will enjoy. This month we have a variety of discoveries that we hope you will get some value from. If you have stumbled across something that you think our readers would find useful, please let us know! 1. Something To Try Mind Mapping your Studies 🧠Make sense of complex briefs or lecture topics visually. Mind...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Wood Fibre for your next project? Looking for an eco-friendly alternative to traditional building materials? Wood fibre is gaining popularity in sustainable construction due to its impressive thermal and acoustic performance. This natural material not only enhances indoor comfort but also contributes to healthier, more breathable buildings. From its historical roots in papermaking to modern applications in insulation, wood fibre offers a versatile solution for various construction needs. In...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Welcome to our September edition of 5 Useful Things. In these mid monthly emails we share with you 5 useful things we have come across during our work and personal time that we hope you will enjoy. This month we have a variety of discoveries that we hope you will get some value from. If you have stumbled across something that you think our readers would find useful, please let us know! 1. Something To Explore England Noise and Air Quality Viewer Understanding your project's environmental...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Building Safety Act for Principal Designers Toolkit To help you stay on top of your obligations, we’ve created the Building Safety Act Toolkit for Principal Designers. This resource includes over 30 ready-to-use documents to guide you through every stage of the project — from initial client consultation right through to handing over the design phase. You’ll find: Project checklists and risk assessment templates Fee proposal letters, terms and conditions, and appointment templates Client care...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Welcome to our August edition of 5 Useful Things. In these mid monthly emails we share with you 5 useful things we have come across during our work and personal time that we hope you will enjoy. This month we have a variety of discoveries that we hope you will get some value from. If you have stumbled across something that you think our readers would find useful, please let us know! 1. Something to Read TFL Streetscape Guidance A useful guidance document for all aspects of streetscape design,...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Lime as a Building Material Lime is an inorganic mineral that has been used in our built environment for centuries. It is predominantly derived from limestone or rocks containing carbonates of calcium or magnesium. This natural material is known for its use as a binder in mortars, plasters, and renders that offer suitable exterior and interior applications. One of its main qualities is its ability to improve the breathability of walls, which goes a long way in creating comfortable and...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Welcome to our July edition of 5 Useful Things. In these mid monthly emails we share with you 5 useful things we have come across during our work and personal time that we hope you will enjoy. This month we have a variety of discoveries that we hope you will get some value from. If you have stumbled across something that you think our readers would find useful, please let us know! 1. Something Useful Mattoboard – Free Moodboarding Tool A simple, elegant browser-based tool for creating...
5 months ago • 1 min read