Actis CPD modules updated to include more thermal modelling advice
Two popular RIBA-approved CPD modules created by insulation specialist Actis have been updated to include additional information on thermal modelling, refurbishment options, and key aspects of the current consultation on The Future Homes Standard.
“Utterly bonkers” skyscraper over Georgian building in Birmingham to be reworked
The proposed skyscraper over a Grade-II listed former hospital building in Birmingham has been decried as "preposterous".
Three £1bn mixed use towers at 18 Blackfriars Road greenlitÂ
Southwark Council has granted planning approval to build a mixed-use office and residential development at 18 Blackfriars Road valued at £1bn.
No time to waste: Meeting the housing stock needs of 2040
By 2040, England’s 16+ population is set to grow by 6% and the country is estimated to have lost at least an additional 385,800 social homes. Dan Usher, economics director at Marrons, discusses why short-termism in politics and NIMBYism need to be put aside to ensure the housing stock needs of the country’s future inhabitants are met.
100 jobs lost as notices of administration filed across Osborne Group
Osborne Construction Ltd, Osborne Group Holdings and Osborne Homes Ltd has joined Geoffrey Osborne Ltd in filing notices of administration.
Why securing a building warranty before construction is important
As builders and developers navigate the intricate landscape of construction, securing a building warranty emerges as a crucial step towards mitigating risks and ensuring peace of mind.
Create multiple design options with Vectorworks’ new AI Visualizer
Vectorworks’ new AI Visualizer, released as part of the 2024 Update 4, allows you to quickly create multiple iterations of your initial design concept to explore ideas and share different options with clients.
Bouygues UK boosts efficiency, visibility and risk management with payment applications
In this article, discover how Bouygues UK integrated Payapps software to manage their payment applications, boosting efficiency, visibility and risk management.
Understanding the benefits of as-built survey software
Imerso explores how As-built survey software can close the gap between the site and the plans.
Housing delivery decline recorded for the first time since the pandemic
Whilst the number of homes building in the UK last year remains higher than the 20 year annual average, there was an -11.8% year on year drop of housing delivery- the first annual decline seen since the pandemic.
Scandia-Hus showcases thermal efficiency of Actis-insulated homes
Timber frame specialist Scandia-Hus is to showcase the energy efficiency of its Actis-insulated homes when it opens its newest show home later this year.
ARJ Construction to file for adminstration
Stevenage-based contractor ARJ Construction has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators.
Shaping sustainable construction’s future: Futurebuild 2024 makes unprecedented impact
As we say goodbye to yet another successful year at Futurebuild, it is time to reflect on the key highlights, game-changing moments and the lasting impact of Futurebuild 2024.
Alan Mak confirmed as new construction minister
Alan Mak has been appointed as the new government construction minister, replacing previous minister Nusrat Ghani.
Homebuilding Sector Skills Plan paves the way for a flourishing future
Juliet Smithson is the head of employer engagement and delivery in England at the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). Juliet directs CITB’s work to shape the Homebuilding Sector Skills Plan, as well as leading regional engagement teams to ensure that employers are aware of, and engaged with, CITB’s Levy-funded products and services.
Roofing contractors survey: Rising demand, late payments and sustainability in procurement
The State of Roofing Industry survey for Q4 2023 from the NFRC and Glenigan highlights key issues for the sector.
UPDATED: UN human rights body slams unsafe cladding as “potential violations...
The UN Human Rights Committee has called on the UK Government to do more to remediate unsafe cladding, describing the circumstances that led to the Grenfell fire as "potential violations of the right to life and human dignity".
SFS publishes new NVELOPE® Capability brochure
SFS Group Fastening Technology has launched a brochure outlining its NVELOPE® Capability range which supports rainscreen subframe systems, as well as the myriad design solutions to meet virtually any project’s requirements.
Does my business need cyber insurance?
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity has become a paramount concern for businesses across all sectors, including the construction industry. The increasing reliance on technology for project management, design and communication has exposed construction companies to a myriad of cyber risks.
Storms are top disruption to work in last 12 months, say...
Storms, icy weather, floods and extreme heat caused significant disruption according construction workers surveyed ahead of World Day for Safety and Health at Work.
What’s wrong with UK construction?
A roundtable discussion with business leaders from across the UK offsite sector was recently hosted by networking facilitator Anna Whiting and chaired by reputation management specialist Joanne Bridges to look some of the key issues and drivers for change in the modular sector and the wider construction industry.
London Gatwick creates geospatial platform for buried assets and biodiversity
London Gatwick has created a new geospatial platform using Esri’s GIS (Geographic Information System) technology to support multiple operational areas at the airport, including engineering and environmental services.
Newforma X PBC on-demand: Navigating AECO collaboration technology for construction
In the second part in this series of Newforma on-demand webinars, technical solutions lead Carl Storms explores AECO technology collaboration and how to use technology to your advantage.
Unveiling the unique value of FARO’s Orbis Mobile Laser Scanner
Whatever the size of the construction project, accuracy and efficiency are paramount. From initial site surveys to project completion, every stage of the work demands accuracy and speed to ensure as little financial and material waste as possible — for both the client and the contractor.
“Continuing business as usual is not an option” warn latest RIBA...
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has published its latest set of horizon scans, which highlight the global economic systems and forces that will shape the built environment over the next decade.
CIOB senior leaders visit ICW Group headquarters
Senior leaders from the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) visited the ICW Group headquarters in Belfast to learn more about the building warranty and building control provider.