Education should be the first stop on the Timber in Construction...
Paul Cave, sales director at Koppers, discusses how a cross industry effort to grow understanding and awareness is needed to fully realise the aims of the Timber in Construction Roadmap.
Planning and project management software ensures Taunton Diagnostics Centre is future-fit
The Kier Group used Asta Powerproject planning and project management software to orchestrate the complex fit-out of a new diagnostics centre in Somerset.
Home Energy launches exclusive ECO HOME 10 tariff with Fischer Future...
Electric heating manufacturer Fischer Future Heat has partnered with domestic energy supplier Home Energy to launch the UK’s most efficient fixed priced energy deal - giving Fischer customers exclusive access to 10 hours of reduced price electricity.
How to ensure you’re getting the best value for construction materials
The Build Chain investigates how by adopting a strategic and proactive approach, contractors and housebuilders can overcome the challenges presented by high and fluctuating pricing of construction materials.
Lessons from Warsaw: Preserving the heritage of industrial buildings while modernising
Aleksander Śpiewak, director at RSK Polska, explores the opportunities to keep the history and heritage of industrial buildings alive at the same time as offering a new lease of life.
Newforma X PBC on-demand: Harnessing technology for AECO coordination
In the first of this series of on-demand webinars, Carl Storms, technical solutions lead at Newforma, explores the role of technology in AECO coordination and project success.
Cambridge councillors to rule on water scarcity hospital case
A planned £300m cancer research hospital in Cambridge has been the cause of water scarcity concerns from the Environmental Agency and campaigners.
How can we improve supplier bid evaluation on public sector frameworks?
Shamayne Harris, head of procurement at Pagabo, explains that the evaluation of supplier bids for framework appointments must be thorough and sophisticated, just as much as the contract tender evaluations that follow.
Marks & Spencer, the minister and a “tour de force” of...
The Marks & Spencer planning row proves that politicians do not have carte blanche to ignore planning law principles, says Alison Ogley, planning and environment partner at national law firm Freeths.
The impact of Re-flow and AI on construction
Re-flow explores the myriad benefits of utilising AI on workflow and efficiency.
Swift Joinery renews membership with Secured by Design
Specialist timber window and door manufacturer, Swift Joinery, have renewed their membership with Secured by Design (SBD).
Bridging the biodiversity gap: AI solutions for BNG success
In this article, Shashin Mishra, VP of EMEA explores how AI technology can bridge skills gaps, improve mapping accuracy, and enable ecologists to focus on high-value tasks, ultimately supporting the successful implementation of BNG.
South Cambridge science park wins outline planning approval
Known as the Cambridge Discovery Campus, the South Cambridge based science park is worth an estimated £400m.
Seventh anniversary of Grenfell fire will pass with second report still...
The team leading the Grenfell Tower Inquiry have confirmed that the report will not be published before the seventh anniversary of the fire.
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.
NHBC’s Residential Construction Statistics: Planning for 2024
As we embark upon a new financial year, it is the ideal time to consider planning for the rest of this year and attempt to anticipate what lies ahead in 2025, with the Residential Construction Statistics platform.
The top 5 AEC/O industry trends in 2024
The Nemetschek Group takes a look at the top 5 AEC/O industry trends in the near future of construction and design and discusses how AI, sustainable practices, digital twins and cutting-edge technology will revolutionise the industry.
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.
Elevating your architectural drawings with Vectorworks Viewports
In this article, Vectorworks explores how you can capitalise on Vectorworks' Viewports feature to ramp up your everyday architectural drawings to be full of visual appeal.
Heavy rainfall blamed as UK construction output dips 1.9% in February
Unfavourable weather conditions dampened the UK construction output in February 2024, as heavy rainfall led to a 1.9% decline in output.
113 jobs lost as Lighthouse falls into administration
Timber-frame volumetric specialists Lighthouse has fallen into administration after a bid to sell the business failed.
Unlocking the potential for seniors’ housing: What needs to change?
Planning policy has failed to keep pace with demographic shifts and the UK’s ageing population. Nicola Gooch of Irwin Mitchell and Oliver Knight of Knight Frank discuss new analysis on the supply of seniors’ housing and what needs to change to improve supply.
Mike Hickson OBE to join Sir Robert McAlpine as managing director...
Formerly the land and property director of HS2, Mike Hickson OBE will continue to develop Sir Robert McAlpine's work in the defence infrastructure space.
Bringing an extension visualisation at a period property to life with...
Designers utilised BIMx and Archicad to bring the visualisation of a striking contemporary extension to life at a 1970s Georgian-style home, giving the property a new lease of life.
Using digital tools to deliver social value accountability in public sector...
Robbie Blackhurst, founder of Black Capital Group (BCG), explores how digital tools can ensure accountability and increase the profile of social value in public sector built environment projects.
Inspecting fire doors: A comprehensive guide to ensuring safety
Fire doors play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of a building’s occupants during a fire emergency. However, their effectiveness relies heavily on regular inspections and maintenance. Here, we explore the importance of inspecting fire doors, delve into what inspection schemes recommend, discuss who you can trust for this critical task, and outline the key elements of an effective inspection service.