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Graphisoft releases updates to its key service offerings
Graphisoft has unveiled significant updates to its key service offerings - Graphisoft Forward, Graphisoft Learn, and Graphisoft Community.
Part O: Understanding the new regulations on overheating
The government has introduced Part O of the Building Regulations to prevent homes overheating in summer. Anastasia Mylona, head of research at CIBSE, explains what is in the new regulation and why it was needed.
NZB to deliver net zero-carbon energy school in Rugeley
Net Zero Buildings (NZB) is set to start on site with a next-generation net zero-carbon energy school in Rugeley, refurbishing swimming facilities, adding classrooms and prioritising sustainability.
A homebuyer’s guide to everything you need to know about your...
This ebook from Build-Zone Insurance offers a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to a new home warranty.
Glass solutions for the changes to Part L Regulation
Phil Brown, European regulatory marketing manager at Pilkington, part of the NSG Group, discusses changes to Part L of the building regulations, the use of triple glazing to meet U-value requirements, and other ways of addressing the regulatory changes through glass and glazing decisions.
British Gypsum donate building materials for homeless charity renovation
British Gypsum donate building materials to Emmaus, a homelessness support charity helping vulnerable people in and around Hastings rebuild their lives, for recent renovation work.
Insurance building repairs – dealing with change, uncertainty and challenge
Peter Wassell, technical director at Sedgwick, shares insight into the latest Building Repair Costs review which looks at the issues that could potentially impact the cost of building repairs over the months ahead.
What impact do the changes to Part L have on architects?
John Miles, technical manager and business development manager at Assent Building Control, explains how architects must balance creativity with compliance to implement the changes to Part L building regulations.
Part L changes to intensify testing for door and window fabricators
Part L changes to Building Regulations are likely to intensify testing demand in the run-up to the December 31 deadline for UKCA certification, warns Element Materials Technology.
West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero: Perfect panels for your renovation project
Mike Keen discusses his exciting renovation project and how West Fraser's SterlingOSB Zero is the answer for perfect panels.
Are the UK’s new Part L building regulations fit for purpose?
The introduction of the UK’s new Part L building regulations this week has been met with a mixture of trepidation and frustration from the industry. Here, Phil Kelly, director, head of sustainability, buildings, Ramboll, explores.
Housebuilder window specifiers should prepare for Future Homes Standard changes
Housebuilder window specifiers are being urged to pay close attention to the latest information regarding the Future Homes Standard changes as they officially come into force on 15 June 2022.
Tackling the climate crisis through AI
Brian Hills, CEO of The Data Lab, Scotland’s innovation centre for data and AI, discusses the role of AI in tackling the climate crisis and the development of a new tool that will help housing associations and developers to make their properties more energy efficient.
The sustainable regeneration of historic buildings
The sustainable regeneration of historic buildings is often seen as an oxymoron because there are several factors that act as barriers. Gordon Reid and Steven Campbell, Cundall, discuss the lessons learnt from structural and building service engineering solutions they have delivered on key historic regeneration projects.
Software for sustainable design
Pelin Haynes, Professional Services Consultant at Graphisoft UK Ltd., tell us how digital technologies can enable sustainable design.
Willmott Dixon breaks ground on £43m retirement living community
Willmott Dixon has commenced work on a new £43m retirement living community - called Homewood Grove in Chertsey, Surrey, for Rangeford Villages.
Sustainable apartments on The Bishops Avenue, Hampstead Heath approved
Planning permission has been approved for a luxury and sustainable residential development of 93 apartments for over 65s on The Bishops Avenue, by Hampstead Heath.
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.
UK’s first Passivhaus leisure centre is now open in Exeter
The UK’s first Passivhaus leisure centre has opened in Exeter following innovative engineering and design work by Arup and S&P.
New Unite students accommodation in Manchester announced
New Unite Students accommodation in Manchester announced, following a £64.58 million upgrade across three of its Manchester properties.
Roof fire breaks out at Deptford block of flats
The London Fire Brigade were called out to a roof fire at a block of flats on Creek Road in Deptford yesterday (26 April).
Building on water: Are floating cities the solution to rising sea...
Previously the stuff of science fiction, could floating cities offer a very real solution to the threat of rising sea levels? Nemetschek Group considers the possibility.
Diverse technology to develop sustainable construction practices
The construction industry is responsible for consuming almost one-third of the total global energy consumption, but technological innovations have allowed them to develop sustainable practices. A spokesperson from UK Flat Roofing highlights the current and upcoming green technologies used to develop sustainable construction practices.
Why condensation in homes is a real and present danger
Condensation in homes can cause a number of serious problems for homeowners - and it is not enough to ask people to change their lifestyle. Paul Williams, product manager at Domus Ventilation, argues a more long-term approach is needed.
How to reduce the risk of fuel theft on construction sites
Fuel theft advice for remote national infrastructure sites, construction industry and rural community after the removal of the entitlement to use red diesel from most sectors with effect from 1st April 2022.
Smashing secondary glazing myths
We caught up with Nicholas Dabney, technical adviser at secondary glazing experts Selectaglaze, to take a closer look at secondary glazing myths – and put an end to them once and for all.