Natural stone has been used in the construction of walls for thousands of years. However, the introduction of new construction methods and cheaper building materials has meant that the use of stone in new buildings has declined significantly. Natural stone was once...
This month we are excited to share another set of details that have been requested regularly by our members. This set consists of stone facing partial fill masonry cavity wall details and stone facing timber frame wall details. In this set we explore a 150mm cavity...
Retrofitting older homes to improve their energy efficiency can reduce carbon emissions and could make a key contribution towards meeting the UK’s 2050 carbon emissions target. BS5250 notes that there are around 7 million existing traditional solid wall buildings in...
This latest set of details has been developed in collaboration with People Powered Retrofit. People Powered Retrofit are a cooperative one-stop-shop based in Manchester, working across the north west to provide independent advice to householders to plan, procure, and...
In the UK, the Party Wall Act 1996 is a vital piece of legislation that helps manage the relationship between property owners when construction or renovation work affects shared walls, boundaries, or structures. Understanding the Party Wall Act is crucial to ensuring...
We are delighted to share our first set of house extension details. These details focus on some of the most challenging parts of a new house extension design - party walls and foundations. This set is designed to provide guidance and suggestions for detailing party...
Construction detailing can be a tricky part of a construction project. There are many factors to consider as you move into technical design. Sometimes, having a base point to start from is just what you need. In this post, we will introduce you to the detail library,...
These new details are the second half of a two part set exploring refurbished or retrofit slate roof details. The set explores traditional slate roof construction, with the addition of insulation for scenarios such as extensions and retrofit or refurbishment...
Energy-efficient building design starts from the ground up. Properly insulated foundations can prevent a building from losing heat through the ground, which helps to maintain consistent indoor temperatures. This reduces the need for heating and cooling and improves...
The new details this month explore different junction connections with the insulated foundation system by KORE Insulation. This fully engineered system allows for low u-values, quick installation, reduced costs and many other benefits. These details provide examples...
Slate roofs have been part of British architecture for centuries. You see slate roofs in all forms from small village cottages to large country estates. In this post we will explore some of the key factors to consider when designing a slate roof. We aim to share...
These new details are the first half of a two part set exploring refurbished or retrofit slate roof details. The set explores traditional slate roof construction, with the addition of insulation for scenarios such as extensions and retrofit or refurbishment projects. ...