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Gardens. In modernising the tired interior, the impractical cellular spaces were rationalised and 'old and new' elements were carefully juxtapositioned to dramatic effect. The staircase was used to create a feature backdrop behind the new glazed panels to the ground oor entrance area. The installation of large modern mirrors on each landing were used to link all oors, bringing more light and a sense of openness to the internal stair well. Lastly at 38 Grosvenor Gardens Mews a set of unmodernised garages and a derelict first floor apartment were remodelled into a three floor contemporary mews house.
diary dates
Feb - Apr 2013
26 February27 April
Venice Takeaway: Ideas to Change British Architecture www.architecture.com RIBA, LONDON Should Amsterdam-style floating homes be built in Londons Docklands? Could the UK learn from Brazils successful identikit schoolbuilding programme? Including the Venice Biennale exhibition, RIBA, in collaboration with the British Council and the Architectural Association, will host an exhibition and a season of special events that offer architectural inspiration from beyond UK shores. The feature exhibition showcases UK architectural talent through ten exceptional international research projects.
The mixed-use redevelopment of St Jamess Market proposed by The Crown Estate includes, within the multi-application planning strategy, the buildings at 29-30 St Jamess Street and
57 March
Ecobuild www.ecobuild.co.uk EXCEL, LONDON The sustainable design event is back and at Excel this year. Great ideas for the construction and built environment will be presented, along with innovative solutions and practical advice from experts at the show.
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ISH Messe Frankfurt ish.messefrankfurt.com FRANKFURT, GERMANY The ISH provides a showcase for innovative bathroom design, energy efficient heating and airconditioning technology and renewable energies. In the Energy section, visitors can see the entire spectrum of innovative buildingsystems technology. Air-conditioning, cooling and ventilation technology.
Managing Director of maber, said: We benefit as a business from developing employees through our successful graduate programme. We support the ongoing learning of our employees with structured, aspirational and needsbased CPD. Maber has worked on a string of city centre developments across the East Midlands.