Buildings nested in nature: inside the WAF 2026 shortlist

This year’s best international architecture and interiors have been revealed, with the 2026 World Architecture Festival (WAF) shortlist announced. WAF 2026 will take place at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, between 18–20 November. The shortlist features 416 projects, across categories ranging from best Creative Re-Use, Housing and Education to best Hotel, […] The post Buildings nested in nature: inside the WAF 2026 shortlist appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

New operations director for Wates

Wates Construction has appointed Roger Forsdyke as operations director. Forsdyke joins from Willmott Dixon, where he was COO of its interiors business.

McIlwee takes up role as timber association boss

The Structural Timber Association (STA) has appointed Iain McIlwee as chief executive, with the former Finishes and Interiors Sector boss taking up the role on 2 November. McIlwee will succeed Andrew Orriss, who is stepping down after leading the association on an interim basis. McIlwee… The post McIlwee takes up role as timber association boss appeared first on Construction News.

Fit-out trade body boss announces exit

The Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS) is searching for a new chief executive after incumbent Iain McIlwee announced his departure from the fit-out trade body after eight years. McIlwee revealed the move on social media, and said he felt that it was the “right moment… The post Fit-out trade body boss announces exit appeared first on Construction News.

How Glass Balustrades Help Create Open and Light-Filled Spaces

The post How Glass Balustrades Help Create Open and Light-Filled Spaces appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Open, airy interiors tend to feel better to live in. They look calmer, they photograph well, and perhaps most importantly, they make everyday spaces feel larger and more comfortable than their square footage might suggest. That effect is not only down to paint colours or large windows. The barriers and boundaries we choose inside and […]

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