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BRE announces groundbreaking BIM DataBook
BRE has created a new BIM data product library set to dramatically change the market and resolve communication issues which currently exist when exchanging BIM models
British Board of Agrément
Since 1966, the British Board of Agrément has provided rigorous testing, inspection and certification services to provide assurance for the construction industry that manufacturers'...
Encouraging consumers to adopt energy efficient behaviour
A host of government initiatives have failed to persuade householders to implement energy efficient behaviour. Simon Storer, Chief Executive of BRUFMA, examines how we break through this engagement barrier
Regeneration project transforms ‘troubled’ estate
A former council estate in Plymouth is part-way through a major regeneration which is giving its new and returning residents a feeling of security and sense of pride about their new community
Unlocking the full potential of offsite timber construction
Offsite timber construction could meet much of the government’s target for new housing, says Alex Goodfellow, Chairman of the Structural Timber Association
What can go wrong with render products
Andy Butchers shares his insider advice on the pitfalls you need to know about render products to ensure you get this part of your project right
Secured by Design: A crime prevention programme for a safer built...
Secured by Design aims to create a safer society by incorporating a proven crime prevention programme into the built environment
Asset Information Models: How GliderBIM can manage and deliver data
Nick Hutchinson, Managing Director of Glider Technology Limited, discusses how GliderBIM can help deliver Asset Information Models and associated asset data
Accounting for Movement of Concrete Bricks
Premier Guarantee Technical Standards Manager, John Gilbert, highlights the measures you can take to account for movement of concrete bricks in your projects
Flood defence – Protecting homes, businesses and infrastructure
Frank Kelly, Chief Executive of UK Flood Barriers, takes a look at the company’s development and industry-leading flood defence solutions
UK Construction Week – bigger and better for 2017
UK Construction Week, the most popular event in the construction calendar, returns to the Birmingham NEC this October from Tuesday 10 to Thursday 12 October
Building modelling literacy a factor in the energy performance gap
A study led by Prof David Coley suggests the “literacy” of building modelling professionals should be addressed to combat the energy performance gap
This year’s Build Show – for innovation and learning
The Build Show, which forms the largest show as part of UK Construction Week, returns to the Birmingham NEC, 10-12 October, showcasing the latest products
Ecological surveys inform plans for 70,000 new homes
Summer ecological surveys from the ecological consultancy EPR supports 70,000 new homes and green infrastructure schemes for Southern England
A rare carbon neutral and Passivhaus office opens
An area of land on the edge of the Boughton Estate, Northamptonshire, has been transformed into a carbon neutral and Passivhaus office by Building Services Design
Complying with the building regulations for security
Secured by Design explains how it is working to make Building Regulations for security easier, quicker and less burdensome
Secured by Design (SBD) works closely...
SME margins squeezed by soaring construction material costs say FMB
According to the latest research from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), a third of small building firms say that soaring construction material costs...
Three top tips to ensure that you get building control approval...
Sarah Chilcott, Managing Director at Planning Portal, offers guidance on getting building control approval the first time
What can be done to prevent dwellings from overheating?
There are numerous factors that cause poor temperature control in buildings. Premier Guarantee explain what can be done to stop dwellings from overheating
Eye-catching prefabricated wall solution delivers efficiency
Viviane Williams highlights how Trimo and Purcell Architects worked on the Aerospace Bristol project to create a complete prefabricated wall solution
Trimo, the leading manufacturer...
Using sustainable design to achieve thermal comfort
Achieving thermal comfort through sustainable design involves the careful balancing of interdependent factors, says Eight Associates' Chris Hocknell
Overheating in buildings is a growing problem...
Language used in conservation legislation can lead to misinterpretation
What’s in a word? Mark Thackerey BSC TP MRTPI, Principle Consultant at Walsingham Planning explains why it’s difficult to interpret conservation legislation
The English language...
New construction products must be carefully regulated and monitored
New construction products left untested can result in serious problems. The British Board of Agrément explains why they should be monitored for safety
Using BIM on smaller scale projects is possible
Dan Rossiter of BRE explains the benefits of using BIM on smaller scale projects and provides tips based on his own experience of applying BIM to manage his home
Incorporating security features in the design of hinges
A focus on Part Q of the Building Regulation has put security features at the forefront of construction. SFS intec share how their hinges help prevent crime
Be one of the first to take part in the new...
At VELUX, we know that CPD is important to you and your profession so we are happy to introduce a brand NEW, integrated approach...