Steve Avery, New Equipment Technical Manager UK at Carrier, explores the trend for building tall in London and the role high-efficiency HVAC solutions play in reducing carbon emissions and supporting intelligent climate and energy solutions.

This month, we dive into the creative mind of Saunders Boston Architects’ Vicky Hallam, who has always had a knack for design. Combining her love for science and art, Vicky first discovered her passion for architecture during her A-Level studies.

The Cineworld New Mersey Retail Park is a multi-million pound complex, comprising 11 cinemas, including one with Super-screen, as well as six restaurants.

In this interview, FC&A speaks with Marion Room, Director of DMWR Architects. Marion’s career spans from studying at the University of Newcastle and the Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL, to working at renowned firms like BDP and Sheppard Robson. Now in Manchester, Marion shares her passion for creating high-quality spaces that blend art, sustainability and functionality.

British heating and cooling equipment specialist Diffusion has launched its new Highline 235 modular fan coil range, differentiated by design it has been developed to create the perfect indoor environment at work and at home.

Meet Jerry Ryan, Director of HKR Architects, who shares insights on his career, inspiration and approach to sustainable design. Read on to discover his notable projects and thoughts on the greatest challenges for architects today.

Designing the headquarters of a world-famous architecture firm is no straight-forward task. Zaha Hadid Architects is renowned for its futuristic concepts that break the norms of conventional design.

Hambleside Danelaw’s CPD Low Carbon GRP Daylight Solutions for the Metal Building Envelope allows specifiers and architects to understand how rooflight choices in relation to key performance requirements can impact on the overall contribution rooflights can make to the metal building envelope.

Alex Richards is a Partner at Hollaway Studio, where he manages the Kent and London studios alongside Guy Hollaway and the team, working on a range of exciting projects from feasibility to construction. After leaving school, Alex worked his way up in an architect’s practice and managed to secure a place to study architecture in Scotland, where he graduated with a First Class degree. In this Q&A, Alex shares his thoughts on his most notable project to date, his approach to designing projects, sustainability in architecture, the greatest challenge for architects today and his advice for newly-qualified architects.

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