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The future of sustainable roofing systems
Paul Beech, General Manager of Armatherm, discusses the recent developments in thermally isolating roofing systems, and how thermal breaks can assist in creating the most efficient structures.
Co-op Live Arena opening delayed for third time due to building...
Peter Kay, Olivia Rodrigo and US rapper A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie have all cancelled gigs after power and safety issues at BAM's £365m Co-op Live Arena.
Building materials trade deficit exceeds £14bn
Calculating the difference between what the UK exports and imports, the current building materials trade deficit far exceeds the target set in the Construction 2025 strategy document.
IoT technology in construction
IoT technology in construction will be a gamechanger for the industry, but challenges must be overcome first, says Ramona Marfievici, principal IoT engineer at Digital Catapult.
2030 building trends: The role of BIM, AI, and spatial data
Martin Huber, CEO and co-founder of 3D modelling and spatial data company Amrax, explores what the buildings of 2030 will look like.
Extreme weather events underline the need to futureproof housing
With the recent COP28 taking centre stage and scientists concluding that 2023 has been the hottest year on record, the need to futureproof housing becomes an increasingly vital component in the fight against the effects of climate change.
Construction leave entitlement drops by 6.6%
A report from Access PeopleHR has found that the construction sector has seen the greatest drop in annual leave entitlement and similar low numbers in the amount of leave taken by employees.
The role of activity roofs in shaping sustainable cities
Rapid population growth in cities and intensified climate change bring the challenges of limited urban space and more extreme weather conditions. Learn how activity roofs offer a solution by maximising space and improving overall quality of life.
How can enhanced connectivity ensure our buildings are digitally fit for...
Edmund Wilkinson, head of sales for in-building solutions at Cellnex UK, explores how enhanced connectivity is crucial for ensuring our buildings meet the expectations of an increasingly digital workforce.
With 2024 predicted to break records, keeping homes cool is vital,...
As provisional Met Office data forecasts that 2024 could exceed 2023's record temperatures, keeping homes cool is more important than ever.
Misunderstood and hated: Domestic subsidence and the urban tree
Urban trees are often blamed for subsidence claims and issues – but before reaching for the chainsaw, consider the many benefits they offer to our buildings and wellbeing, says Andrew D Thompson of Anglia Ruskin University.
CONTAINEX: Mobile space solutions for your construction site facility
When it comes to the construction industry, mobile space systems such as contractors’ offices, welfare facilities, canteens, workshops and accommodations play a crucial role at every construction site. One of the major players in the market is the Austrian container, cabin and modular building manufacturer CONTAINEX.
Urban heat: Digital tools hold the key to mitigation and resilience
With cities around the world facing potential heatwaves every summer, Dima Zogheib, nature positive design lead, and Dimple Rana, environmental and buildings physics specialist at Arup, discuss how digital tools can help manage the impact of extreme heat.
Hottest year on record highlights need to keep homes cool, warns...
As 2023 looks set to become the hottest year on record, the need to future-proof homes against the impact of extreme heat is more important than ever.
Ahead of COP28, urgent action is needed on net zero buildings,...
As COP28 approaches, there are renewed calls for a clearer definition of net zero buildings and an internationally agree certification/verification system.
Regenerative design and protecting the built environment from heatwaves
To cope with a changing climate, buildings need “pre-hab”, argues Oliver Neve, management consultant at Ramboll.
Rising temperatures highlight need for heat-reflecting insulation
Reports from Oxford University and the ONS on the impact of rising temperatures on mortality underline the need for extreme heat resistent housing, using materials such as heat-reflecting insulation.
A guide to condensation from secondary glazing experts Selectaglaze
There’s no doubt that condensation is an important topic in our industry. But your time is precious, so Selectaglaze is bringing everything together in one easy-to-read guide.
Winners announced for LHC’s £135m public sector safety and compliance framework
Winning building maintenance, compliance consultancies, and contractors have been named for LHC's £135m public sector safety and compliance framework.
Skanska awarded £158m data centre project
Skanska will build a £158m data centre for global data provider Telehouse in the Docklands area of London.
Vital Energi employ specialist team amid growth of heat pump market
Vital Energi they will offer solutions to their clients by delivering services, products and technologies that support the heat pump market.
Hive Group to deliver Hamley’s decarbonisation of Regent Street premises
Air source heat pumps and heat recovery systems are part of the Hamley's decarbonisation strategy to update their 142 year old Regent Street store.
Discover the future of luxury living with Build Warranty® and ILife...
Build Warranty Technical Services and ILife Developments are pleased to announce their collaboration on an upcoming luxurious design and build Surrey project.
Does the M&E delivery approach for Modular buildings mean we will...
At the ASHRAE conference for global heating, industry members discussed the advantages of the M&E delivery approach for modular buildings over the RIBA Plan of Work stages.
How can sustainable structural timber help achieve net zero?
Sustainable structural timber offers a range of benefits related to reducing the environmental footprint of buildings and construction processes. PBC Today explore how sustainable structural timber (SST) can contribute towards achieving net zero.
Work starts on modular and offsite projects in North and South
Rollalong and Merit have begun construction on modular and offsite projects in the North and South of England; a housing development for homeless single parents in Surrey and a £35 million hospital in Berwick.