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The People Behind BIM
BIM libraries, such as Bimstore, are built with a people-focus approach in mind. From the manufacturers who host their products to our platform, to the architects and specifiers who choose to integrate these products into their designs, Bimstore supports an interconnected BIM ecosystem centred on quality, reliability, and efficiency. Read more about the people who drive our platform, with direct quotes from the manufacturers and specifiers who keep us ticking.
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From BIM to Twin: Where Design Ideas Become Intelligent Assets
The future of digital twins and BIM technology is vast and full of opportunity. As these technologies continue to advance, the opportunities for growth prevail. What simply began to help model buildings more accurately, has paved the way for a powerful ecosystem that can enhance our decision-making, boost efficiency and sustainability, and reveal immeasurable value for asset owners. Find out more in this feature article written by our team.
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Top Ten Series - Heating Products
Next up in our Top Ten series... we have got Heating Products. It feels like a perfect time of year for this category! From residential builds to large-scale commercial spaces, these standout products are helping designers and specifiers create warmer, more energy-efficient environments. Dive in and discover which products are shaping the future of heating.
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A Material Shift: Reflections From Our Group Climate Conference
Bimstore representatives attended the fourth annual _shift climate conference, hosted by our parent company, Space Group. We left with many valuable takeaways from the event; particularly around policy and material innovation, which are two areas we consider closely when creating and sharing BIM content. Read more in this feature article.
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Beyond the Blueprint 3D Design & BIM in Practice
At Clerkenwell Design Week 2025, Ryan Wigham (Associate Director at Bimstore) joined Miles Cantley (Innovation Director at Mount Lighting) and Bethan Hellings (Head of Design at Avent Interiors) for a BIM-focused panel discussion. Taking place at the Mount Lighting Design Studio, the discussion ranged from 3D design and BIM in practice, to how we conceptualise and create spaces.
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WuduMate: Designing Hospital Multi-Faith Areas
The idea of providing religious or spiritual support within a healthcare setting has been around for a very long time, but as the centuries have passed by and Britain has become a much more diverse and multi-cultural society, there has naturally been a change in what support is needed and what the physical space should look like. Read more about how WuduMate are helping with multi-faith areas in hospitals in this feature article.
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New Research Reveals the Hidden Costs of the Building Safety Act
New research from building materials manufacturer, wienerberger UK, reveals that updates to the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) are placing UK architectural practices under significant financial and organisational strain, amid calls for clearer, more transparent product information.
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Niftylift Apprentices Win 2025 IMechE Apprentice Automation Challenge
Niftylift’s apprentice team, Elevation Nation, has been crowned winner of the 2025 IMechE Apprentice Automation Challenge (AAC), marking the company’s second consecutive victory in this prestigious national competition. Read more in this press release, featured in the Winter '25 BIMCRUNCH.
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UK Cylinders: Enabling the Net Zero Transition
As the UK accelerates towards net zero and renewable-led heating, the role of efficient hot water storage has never been more critical. UK Cylinders is at the forefront of this transition, developing innovative products that support the next generation of low-carbon homes and buildings. Read more in this feature article, featured in Winter BIMCRUNCH '25.
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Unilin Insulations Unveils New Non-Combustible Rainscreen Cladding Wall Insulation to the UK Market
Unilin Insulations has unveiled its new non-combustible Rainscreen Cladding Wall Insulation (SW/RS) to the UK market, providing architects, contractors, and developers with a robust alternative in an increasingly demanding construction environment. Find out more in this article, featured latest edition of BIMCRUNCH!
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Stelrad Radiators Plans for Brighter Future
At a recent editors event held at Kew Gardens in West London, Stelrad gave an update on the radiator marketplace and the company’s plans for the immediate future. You can read more about it in this article, featured in BIMCRUNCH Winter edition 2025.
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Mount Lighting's Avent Interiors Showroom, Bristol
This Mount Lighting project case study is focused on Avent Interiors showroom in Bristol. Read here to find out more about how Mount Lighting have upgraded their Bristol showroom, creating a space that inspires and comforts clients.
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Polypipe Building Products Expands Extensive Range on Bimstore
Polypipe Building Products maintains the drive towards digital revolution in UK construction by adding to their extensive range of BIM products on Bimstore. Read more in this article featured in Winter BIMCRUNCH '25.