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"Putting architects in control will not solve the building safety crisis"

Deezen

Following the Grenfell Tower inquiry, architects must face up to their responsibility for Britain's building safety crisis instead of blaming contracts that lessen their influence, writes Peter Apps. It may not make national headlines anymore, but Britain is experiencing an ongoing building safety crisis. Take Grenfell Tower.

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Australia bans engineered stone due to silicosis risk

Deezen

It has previously argued that its material is safe if handled correctly and that the silicosis danger was the fault of employers and work safety bodies. The ban will apply to the manufacturing, supplying, processing and installing of engineered stone but not its removal, repair, disposal or minor modifications.

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Product watch: Safetred Serenity from Tarkett

Hotel Designs

Described as a true British collection, it is manufactured and fully recyclable in the UK to minimise transportation at all stages of its life. Image credit: Tarkett A practical, multifunctional safety floor solution, the collection is suitable for both barefoot and hard-sole shoes. Each design aims to embrace nature’s organic beauty.

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Here’s why your guests will get a premium night’s sleep with Sleepeezee

Hotel Designs

Sleepeezee believes that it offers consistent quality across its hospitality ranges… Founded in 1924, bed and mattress manufacturer Sleepeezee are masters of its trade. Every detail is diligently checked for consistency and quality, making sure their customer’s beds are made and manufactured to premium standards.

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Navigating Legalities in Home Improvements

The Architecture Designs

These aren’t mere formalities but essential guidelines for safety and legal compliance. Contract Clarity and Insurance Insights source: blog.studybahasainggris.com When it comes to contracts, ambiguity is your enemy. Inferior materials or shoddy work can lead to safety issues and, subsequently, legal liabilities.

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Over 900 Grenfell fire victims reach civil settlement

Deezen

Among the organisations involved in the case is Studio E Architects, the architecture firm appointed to the refurbishment contract, which went into liquidation in 2020. The case was brought against 22 parties including Studio E, cladding manufacturer Arconic and fire consultancy Exova.

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VGXI Headquarters and Biomanufacturing Facility in Conroe, Texas

e-architect

A modular concept was incorporated into the building’s design, allowing for future growth and expansion while maintaining the highest standards of safety, containment, and cGMP requirements needed for pharmaceutical manufacturing.

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