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Powerproject underpins Willmott Dixon’s move to modern off-site manufacturing techniques
Willmott Dixon is pioneering offsite manufacturing techniques nationally after winning awards for its prefabricated construction of the University of Warwick’s Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research Building.
Building Better appoint six manufacturers to join new offsite DPS
Building Better has appointed an initial six manufacturers to its new offsite DPS (dynamic purchasing system) for MMC category 2 construction systems.
Hayfield launches first zero carbon ready homes in Bedfordshire
The first zero carbon ready homes at Hayfield’s £25m development in Clophill, Bedfordshire have officially launched.
IHP appointed as main building contractor to National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC)...
The National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) Programme has appointed Integrated Health Projects (IHP) as main building contractor.
First affordable carbon negative homes to be trialled
St. Modwen Homes have launched the first affordable carbon negative homes, which are capable of reducing energy bills by 79%.
West Fraser panel products – Try before you buy!
When planning your job, whether a large-scale construction project or a small extension, it’s important to source the perfect panel products. West Fraser manufactures some of the most recognisable and requested building panels in the UK.Â
Why a Fabric First approach will become the default in 2025
We’ve long known that fabric first approach maximises building energy efficiency and minimises carbon impact. NorDan UK Ltd’s architecture and windows expert Tom O’Sullivan reminds us of the principles of fabric first, and how forthcoming changes to building regulations look set to finally realise this ambition.
SterlingOSB Zero used in chicken shed transformation project to create new...
West Fraser's SterlingOSB Zero panel board is showcased in all its glory in a recent chicken shed transformation project where James Grayley Architects (JGA) reworked the abandoned building into a bright, characterful art gallery.
How panelised MMC can reduce health and safety risk
Panelised MMC for new homes can reduce health and safety hazard exposure by 20% on site, according to the latest report from the Advanced Industrialised Methods for the Construction of Homes Innovation Project (AIMCH).
East Sussex Housing development uses Zeroignition fire protection
A residential housing development in East Sussex has used Zeroignition fire protection to 'protect property and save lives'.
SterlingOSB Zero features in Westminster housing and retail community project, Ebury...
SterlingOSB Zero panels have been used in a colourful, temporary development for Westminster City Council, Ebury Edge.
StormMeister® Sustainable Flood Protection in an ever-changing climate
StormMeister® Flood Protection was founded in the UK in 2010 with the specific aim of solving the problems presented by conventional flood doors, which are difficult to operate. Today, they continue to provide protection through ever-changing climate.
Students use SterlingOSB Zero and straw bales to construct nature hide...
A nature hide designed and built by post graduate students from Kingston School of Art using straw bales and SterlingOSB Zero supplied by West Fraser, will help neighbourhood schoolchildren connect with local wildlife.
How is West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero made?
West Fraser's SterlingOSB Zero is the go-to panel for a multitude of roles today - from the basic functional to the trendy aesthetic feature wall - but how is it made and what goes into it?
Hayfield begins work on £25m Lakeside Development in Bedfordshire Â
Construction is underway to deliver 50 zero carbon ready homes on Hayfield's £25m, prime 8.5-acre (3.46 Ha) lakeside development in Bedfordshire.
Chorleywood Cricket Club secures £75k HS2 grant to build new clubhouse
Chorleywood Cricket Club, Hertfordshire, has secured a £75,000 HS2 grant to build a new clubhouse and training facility.
Willmott Dixon trials net zero learning pod
Willmott Dixon's launch of a net zero learning pod provides a temporary or permanent space for learning schools and on ‘meanwhile’ sites.
BRAC Contracts hands over new mixed reality film studio
BRAC Contracts has announced the completion and handover of a new mixed-reality film studio and supporting facilities to global motion picture media specialist ARRI, alongside its existing facilities in Uxbridge.
National Apprenticeship Week is key to success of MMC
Matt Evans, chief operating officer at TopHat, tells us why National Apprenticeship Week is the key to the success of modern methods of construction (MMC).
Bellway selects ilke Homes to deliver first modular homes
ilke Homes has been selected by Bellway to deliver the company's first 40 modular homes in Milton Keynes.
Hayfield to deliver a £25m green development in Bedfordshire
The green development will see Hayfield deliver 50 eco-efficient homes spanning over a prime 8.5-acre (3.46 Ha) site in the Bedfordshire village of Clophill.
Building sustainable garden rooms using Hemsec SIPs
SIPs thermal manufacturer, Hemsec, explains the advantages of using SIPs to achieve sustainable and energy efficient garden rooms.
West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero: Sustainability for all applications
From timber-frame construction to furniture building, retail interiors to trendy nightspots, West Fraser’s net carbon-negative OSB products have the panel for the job!
Barratt acquires land promoter Gladman for £250m
Barratt Developments PLC has acquired land promoter Gladman Developments Limited for a total of £250m.
Sustainable structural design: The Structural Awards 2021
Professor Tim Ibell, chair of the judges for the Structural Awards 2021 and past president, IStructE, looks at the winning projects from around the world that highlight outstanding sustainable structural design.
The Future Homes Standard: Homebuilding for the future
The Future Homes Standard will bring about fundamental changes as the UK looks to "futureproof" its housing stock. Trevor Richards, operations director of Volumetric, a specialist in volumetric modular housing solutions, outlines the challenges involved and makes a case for expedient action.