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How to Apply Lagom to Architectural Design

By Mark on May 19, 2021 in Blog

Move over Hygge, Lagom is the new kid on the block. This Swedish concept of ‘just right’ is now making inroads into architectural design. Here are our 5 top tips on how to integrate Lagom principles into your next project. Lagom is not a new concept; go to Scandinavia and you’ll see Lagom in action […]

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How Senior Achieved 30 Years of Success

By Mark on April 20, 2021 in Blog

This month Senior Architectural Systems celebrates its 30-year anniversary. Founded in 1991, Senior has grown to become the UK’s largest privately owned fenestration systems company with a turnover of £40 Million and over 150 employees. So, what’s the secret of the company’s success? We go behind the scenes to find out… When Lennart Jonsson started […]

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Architecture: How to design in the art deco style

By Mark on March 22, 2021 in Blog

A hundred years on and Art Deco architecture is making a comeback. But building regulations, materials and technology have changed over the last century, so here are our top tips for designing buildings in the art deco style that are fit for modern day living. The bold, streamlined, geometric designs of Art Deco originated in […]

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Strength and hope – Colour trends for 2021

By Mark on February 5, 2021 in Blog

As we enter 2021 with hope for a brighter future, Pantone’s choice for colour of the year 2021 couldn’t have been more apt. Find out how the 2021 colour of the year will influence home décor and architectural design For only the second time in history colour gurus at Pantone have chosen not one but […]

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How COVID will Affect Future Building Design

By Mark on February 2, 2021 in Blog

5 lessons from Covid that will shape the buildings of tomorrow Covid has had a massive impact on the world. From our work and social life to holidays and free time, everything has changed. So, it’s no surprise that Covid has also had a major influence of the way new buildings are being designed. Throughout […]

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Locking down 2020 – Opening up 2021

By Mark on December 23, 2020 in Blog

2020 – what a year. No doubt many of us would like to lock away 2020 and throw away the key. But before we open up 2021, we’ve taken a look back at the events of 2020 and amidst the pandemic have found lots of positives and much to be grateful for: Reasons to be […]

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Focus on London and the South East

By Mark on October 14, 2020 in Blog

Focus on London and the South East: A Dozen Stand Out Building Projects As one of the big 5 fenestration systems houses in the UK, our products feature in buildings nationwide. Take a look at some of our favourite projects recently completed in London and the South East. Whatever the sector, Senior have a superb […]

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Coronavirus & Construction: Mental Health & Wellbeing

By Mark on April 21, 2020 in Blog

Coronavirus & Construction: How to look after your Mental Health and Wellbeing Whether you’re working from home, furloughed, self-isolating or still going into work, here are our top 10 tips on how to look after your mental health and wellbeing at this difficult time. We’re living through strange times, but thankfully there are lots of […]

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How to Stay Sane when Working from Home

By Mark on March 26, 2020 in Blog

With the government now recommending home working to reduce the spread of COVID-19, we have put together our 10 top tips to help you stay sane when working from home…If you’ve never worked from home before, it can take a little time to adjust. There are many positives: no costly and time-consuming commute, more time […]

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Why Training is Vital in the Fenestration Industry

By Mark on January 30, 2020 in Blog

In this brave new world of litigation, staff training is more important than ever. In fact, evidence that your staff have the correct training is now often required as part of the tender process. Even more crucial, the correct training can help to keep your workforce safe and prevent costly mistakes.In this blog post, we […]

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