A digital and sustainable future for the built environment
The Bartlett explores how data, digitalisation and design are all key to achieving net zero and driving a sustainable built environment.
How can the construction industry progress towards net-zero amid challenges?
Amidst a global call for environmental accountability, the construction industry's significant carbon footprint is under scrutiny. A study from Judy Too and Obuks Ejohwomu, University of Manchester, exposes a critical gap: buildings are still not designed within sectoral carbon budgets, hindering progress towards net-zero.
London’s borough-level planning policies hinder build-to-rent sector growth
A recent report has shed light on the growth of London's Build-to-Rent sector and how the city's planning policies are contributing to its expansion.
Historic England unveils guidance for eco-friendly building adaptation
Historic England has released new guidance on combining climate action with building adaptation.
The new Turing Research & Innovation Cluster in Digital Twins
Professor David Wagg explains the role of the Alan Turing Institute’s new Turing Research & Innovation Cluster in Digital Twins.
Building Control and fire safety: Addressing key industry challenges
In this article, we talk to Iain Thomson, CEO of Assent, and Adam Melrose, director at Clarke Banks, about some of the issues affecting the world of building control and what the industry needs to do to tackle them head-on.
RAAC in the spotlight: Investigation and assessment
Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) has hit the headlines after hundreds of schools, as well as hospitals, courts, theatres, and leisure centers, were forced to close partially or fully due to the presence of the material. Patrick Hayes, technical director of the Institution of Structural Engineers, looks at how RAAC came to be so widespread and how it can be managed.
How Star Live is leading an industry revolution with temporary modular...
Star Live is leading an industry evolution in temporary modular construction inspired by the fast-paced world of events and hospitality.
How can construction companies respond to greenwashing?
New regulations in the UK and abroad signal mounting scrutiny of the misleading practice of greenwashing. Alex Minett, head of global new markets at CHAS, looks at what these changes are and how businesses can respond.
What funding is available for energy-saving measures in your home?
Go Geothermal outlines the different types of government funding available for homeowners seeking to install energy-saving technology in their homes.
Build-to-rent grows across the country as London stalls
Despite challenging economic conditions, the build-to-rent sector has shown consistent growth over the past year.
It’s time for SMEs to invest in construction software – their...
The cost-of-living crisis and volatility in interest rates is taking its toll on the construction industry. Nowhere is this more apparent than at the SME level.
ONS reveals construction output rose in September
Construction output in Great Britain has shown modest growth in September despite economic challenges.
AEC start-up Snaptrude secures $14m in funding
The AEC start-up, Snaptrude, has secured $14m in Series A funding from Foundamental and Accel to improve design software.
Standardised modules dock into living spaces for a flexible hybrid housing...
As the construction industry scratches its head wondering how to make the dream of volumetric MMC a reality, could a novel hybrid housing concept be the catalyst that finally drives it mainstream?
Why you can no longer wait to embrace BIM and cloud-based...
BIM and cloud-based collaboration are no longer optional in construction but essential, writes Jason Howden, chief innovation officer at Revizto.
What is the price of compromised construction site security?
As nights draw in and opportunistic theft rises, companies must not wait until it’s too late to take action on construction site security.
Morgan Sindall chosen to deliver decarbonisation feasibility study
LocatED has chosen Morgan Sindall Construction and DfE to conduct a decarbonisation feasibility study of England's educational facilities.
Building confidence through competence: defining responsibility under the Building Safety Act
The Building Safety Act will lead to fundamental change in the safe construction and management of buildings, including the specification and installation of passive fire protection systems.
Pewley Down Infant School in Surrey closed after RAAC discovery
An infant school in Surrey has remained closed for seven consecutive days after the discovery of dangerous RAAC.
Smart Infrastructure: Can’t measure, can’t improve?
The Cambridge Centre for Smart Infrastructure & Construction Distinguished Lecture by Professor Lord Robert Mair reflected on the past 13 years of the CSIC’s work. Dr Fiorella Dell’Olio looks at some of the highlights.
NTU to open £1.5m Centre for Sustainable Construction and Retrofit
Nottingham Trent University (NTU) have opened a £1.5m Centre for Sustainable Construction and Retrofit to help the sector reach net zero.
Why offsite construction should be leading the digital revolution
David Johnson, pre-construction director at Volumetric Building Companies, looks at some of the different applications for digitising construction and why there is such a good fit with offsite and MMC.
King’s Speech falls flat among UK construction industry
Not enough housing, too-little-too-late leasehold reform and renters reform- the first King's Speech from King Charles and Rishi Sunak has left the UK industry underwhelmed.
Celebrating green tech at this year’s BALI awards with Re-flow
Taking place on 1st December in London, the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) awards recognise elevation and collaboration within the industry.
How OpenSpace reality capture improves field and office collaboration
OpenSpace reality capture was integral to the successful delivery of Nibbi's $80m housing project- and saved over $140,000 in associated costs.