Homeless housing in Kidderminster given the green light
Plans for homeless housing in Kidderminster have been approved by Wyre Forest District Council, providing a more cost-effective solution to temporary accommodation for the homeless.
Patrick Franco announced as new CEO of Notting Hill Genesis
As the new CEO of Notting Hill Genesis, Patrick Franco will lead the executive team to implement a resident-centric, digitally-enabled strategy.
Tackling urban heatwaves: Delivering the UK’s first climate resilient ‘Smart City’
In this article, Barny Evans, sustainability director at Turley explains to PBC Today how processes and systems to address the effects of climate change can be reformed to tackle 'urban heatwaves' and the impact of a rising climate on city infrastructure.
Search begins for manager for HS2 hybrid capital investment fund
The HS2 hybrid capital investment fund needs a fund manager to oversee the £50m fund, a joint endeavour between HS2 Ltd, the Department for Transport and HS2’s supply chain.
Safe cladding regulations: Why construction needs greater accountability
The UK has delivered long-awaited changes to combustible cladding criteria on major property developments, five years after the Grenfell Tower tragedy. But updating the law to enable safer cladding regulations is just the tip of the iceberg, Elecosoft explains.
Extreme heat in homes: How can our buildings and their occupants...
In this article, Tom Garrigan, technical director at BSRIA explains how climate change and extreme heat in homes are changing the way that buildings need to perform in the future.
Bring your architectural designs to life with Lumion 12
Now is the time for you to use Lumion to bring your architectural designs to life. It is the pre-eminent 3D rendering software on the market, and the new release of Lumion 12Â will enable you to create stunning images and videos for your projects.
Apprenticeships for prisoners offered by Kier following law change
Kier will offer apprenticeships for prisoners in its Highways division following a change in the law which means that prisoners can now earn while they learn.
A14 IDT: Adressing construction site challenges with FlowForma process automation
The A14 Cambridge to Huntingdon Improvement Scheme, a joint venture project, adopted FlowForma process automation to address construction site challenges and put the A14 IDT on the road to process improvements and better governance.
Salford-based housing project adopts Passivhaus design standard
A new Salford-based housing project by Seddon has adapted to Passivhaus design standards to create fuel efficient and affordable housing in light of Salford being named an 'energy crisis hotspot' by Grassroots organisation.
Premier Guarantee’s Tall Buildings 2022 report reveals construction trends and risks...
According to the new Tall Buildings 2022 report by Premier Guarantee, more than a third of construction issues raised by risk management surveyors during site inspections of tall buildings in the UK relate to external walls.
Four examples on how to use BIM for construction
BIM is not just for design; it has many uses for construction as well. Here are four practical examples by product owner Alric Fruehauf at Allplan of how to use BIM for construction.
Winvic to deliver four sustainable industrial facilities for PLP in Milton...
Winvic has been appointed by the developer to deliver the first four sustainable industrial facilities for PLP at their South Caldecotte site in Milton Keynes.
Affordable homes in Bolton at Horwich Golf Club gain planning permission
Northstone’s plans for a 208 home energy efficient development, including 71 affordable homes in Bolton at the Horwich Golf Club site, have been approved by Bolton Council.
Is modular housing the solution to the housing crisis?
Modular housing could be the solution to the housing crisis, delivering houses 50% faster and half emissions in the process , Make UK Modular has claimed.
How Willmott Dixon Interiors is creating greener community spaces
In this article, Willmott Dixon Interiors explains how the company is meeting sustainability targets and creating a greener community through their 'industry leading' Now or Never sustainability strategy.
What is preventative maintenance and how do you get the best...
In this article, Elecosoft explains preventive maintenance, and how planned preventative maintenance improves performance while controlling asset management costs.
UK BIM Alliance to rebrand as ‘nima’
The UK BIM Alliance is to rebrand as ‘nima’, the Greek word for ‘thread’ to better reflect current and anticipated future thinking about digital working.
Digitalisation in the construction industry
Digitalisation in the construction industry is in full swing: data and open data interfaces are becoming increasingly important.
How improved accessibility can help to address staff shortages
In this article, Ian Streets, consultant at NRAC explains to PBC Today how improved accessibility in workplaces can help to address staff shortages in businesses and improve workplace culture.
5 major challenges in construction
Elecosoft UK outlines the 5 key challenges in construction and how these major problems can be addressed.
Alex Sciarretta appointed as Land director for Carden Group
Alex Sciarretta, who has nearly 20 years of experience, has been selected for the role of land director for new strategic land business Carden Group.
Land & Water awarded Thames water river restoration project framework contract
The Thames water river restoration project will re-establish the river’s resilience and fish habitats through multiple improvements of the waterways.
BAM sets new carbon reduction target of net zero by 2026
BAM’s UK & Ireland businesses have set an ambitious carbon target to become net zero by 2026 in their direct operations.
What will carbon neutral targets mean for planners and the construction...
Carbon neutral targets are likely to cause challenges for local authorities and add pressure to planning & building control departments.
Plans approved for Rushey Mead social housing development in Leicester
Leicester City Council grants planning permission for a new social housing development in Rushey Mead to alleviate pressures on the city's social housing system.