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Opportunities Hub: Competitions that make a difference

Design a template for a nursery in Sub-Saharan Africa, win your spot on a university estates framework, convert a remote historic school building for affordable housing - some of the latest architecture contracts and competitions from across the industry

17 March 2025

Doors and windows

The slimmer the frame, the bigger the glazed unit, the more daylight harvested. And go for sliding doors - the best option for unobstructed views

Slim-framed sliding designs: more daylight in, better views out

Products with good U-values are important, but they need to be combined with correct installation, minimum thermal bridging and a well insulated and reasonably airtight building fabric

Why a home's energy efficiency is about more than U-values...

Architects can now access free consultations and technical support to assist with the ongoing refurbishment and repair of healthcare buildings

Free consultations and technical support for your healthcare projects

Specifying energy-efficient roof windows that have a discreet, authentic aesthetic brings all the benefits of the new while retaining the character of the old

All the efficiencies of the new while retaining the character of the old

The debate about polymer - or uPVC - versus aluminium has been raging for years. For many architects the latter is superior, but do recent innovations mean a rethink is due?

This under-estimated material can be a true alternative to aluminium

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Architectural Technician -3 days home working

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Associate Architect

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  • £51000 - £67000 per annum

Senior Architect

  • London, City of London
  • £44000 - £56000 per annum

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