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BRE explores how blockchain technology can benefit the built environment
A new report from BRE Trust delves into the opportunities to address challenges in the built environment industry using blockchain technology
UK firms recognised for BIM advancements in Bentley Systems’ annual Be...
Projects from London to the Cairngorms National Park were among the UK schemes represented at Bentley Systems’ annual Be Inspired Awards for BIM advancements
McAvoy wins place on modular buildings framework
The McAvoy Group has been appointed to the LHC Modular Buildings Framework, which has a combined value of more than £1bn. The LHC is one of the UK’s longest-established public sector procurement specialists
Implementing sprinkler systems for the modern age
Sprinkler technology is moving forwards and in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster, controls are rightly getting stricter. How can companies ensure their buildings and employees are protected, and their sprinkler systems are fully compliant? Paul Berry, director at Johnson Controls, takes a look
New housing strategy to reintegrate extremists
According to reports The Home Office is looking at a new strategy to reintegrate extremists who – depending on assessment – could take priority on housing waiting lists
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
Improved process for dementia care design with the new Iridis apps
Working with the University of Stirling, Space Architects has helped to create the first-of-its-kind Iridis apps to improve the design of homes for people living with dementia. Director Stephen Brooks explains their development
Do we need to retrofit fire sprinkler systems in social housing?
Following the Grenfell Tower disaster, there have been widespread calls to retrofit fire sprinkler systems in social housing. BAFSA supports this principle – but Chief Executive Keith MacGillivray cautions against a rush to install systems that do not meet British Standards
Tackling the need for better flood resilience solutions for properties
Steve Hodgson, Chief Executive of the Property Care Association, talks to PBC Today about the growing importance of improving flood resilience in properties
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 detailed look at the return on investment of laser scanning
In an interview, Oliver Buerkler, Senior Product Manager at Faro and laser scanning expert, looks at the value proposition of laser scanning
Why we need more effective supply chain engagement for BIM
BIM advocate and consultant Tim Platts offers advice on a suitable procurement strategy and supply chain engagement plan for a successful BIM project
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
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...
Construction fatalities hit record low but mesothelioma deaths increase
Figures from the Health and Safety Executive have revealed the number of construction fatalities in 2016/17 fell but asbestos-related cancers rose
Concerns about overheating homes leads to new guidance from the CIBSE
The CIBSE has released new guidance to address the causes of overheating homes as the UK looks set to have one of the hottest summers in 41 years
Prosecution for building firm after ground worker trapped by excavation collapse
A lack of health and safety measures leads to the prosecution of a building firm after an excavation collapsed on a worker
Professional commercial management skills are the key to unlock infrastructure success
Richard Graham FRICS explains the importance of upskilling the industry and how professional commercial management skills can increase economic growth
How regulations are cutting emissions in the heating and ventilation sector
Kilfrost Ltd explains how industry regulations are aiding the drive to reduce the impact of the heating and ventilation sector on the environment
How to manage dust on construction sites
Dr Hugh Datson, Principal Environmental Scientist, DustScan Ltd discusses the necessary steps to mitigate and manage dust on construction sites
Design will determine success of Cambridge-Oxford growth corridor
NIC recommendations will reflect the quality and character of local communities across the Cambridge-Oxford growth corridor, says Phil Graham
The Assured Performance Process for energy use
The Assured Performance Process for efficient energy use reduces the performance risk and protects the reputation of developers and local authorities
Flood resilience training course launched
A new training course has been launched to help understand the process of assessing flood risk and the delivery of resilience measures in the built environment.
Quantity vs quality of new homes: Why not have both?
Kim Vernau, Chief Executive Officer of BLP Insurance highlights how you can have both quantity and quality when it comes to building new homes
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Permission in principle: Permission to land?
Permission in principle is a key reform to the Housing and Planning Act 2016, but how will it speed up the planning process? Chris...
Essex school fined for disturbing asbestos
An Essex school has been ordered to pay £46,000 for exposing staff to asbestos…
A school in Chelmsford has been fined a hefty £46,000 after...