June 2011 - After a rigorous process, Nigel Harris has successfully gained CIAT Membership

A Chartered Architectural Technologist (MCIAT) has demonstrated competence as a specialist in building design and construction and can undertake a building project from inception through to final certification. To achieve the status of MCIAT, individuals must satisfy the Institute of Architectural Technologists that they have achieved the high standards of education, training and monitored professional practice required. After a rigorous, lengthy and demanding admission process, Nigel has demonstrated that he has the necessary attributes to join the CIAT. All practising members are obliged to keep themselves informed of current practices and developments and comply with the Institute’s current guidelines for continuing professional development. All members who provide services directly to a client must also obtain and maintain adequate professional indemnity insurance and adhere to a Code of Conduct which requires the proper and ethical conduct of business, and that disciplinary procedures for infringements of the Code are in place. For more information about CIAT click here.

April 2010 - Building Regulations Approved Document G is being updated

The Building Regulations is a set of pre-defined standards ensuring good building practices and workmanship. The new edition of Part G (Sanitation, Hot Water Safety and Water Efficiency) will come into force on 6 April 2010 and brings about significant changes to the design of hot and cold water supplies in buildings.

The new requirements include prevention of scalding by the use of a thermostatic mixing valve or an in-line blending valve to improve safety, a water efficiency standard of 125 litres per person per day for new homes and setting out where greywater and harvested rainwater can be safely used supports sustainability targets through saving water and associated carbon emissions without impacting on customer behaviour.

March 2010 - Spring Clean

As part of our website spring clean we are pleased to introduce a news section. We will be updating on a regular basis so please come back often.