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School for success: Why rainscreen subframe systems are crucial in the...
The government’s ambitious plans for a 10-year programme of school rebuilding face a major challenge, given the poor thermal performance of old building stock. David Fraser, business unit manager, NVELOPE® of SFS, explains how to get the best from the school building envelope using rainscreen subframe systems.
Why MMC education is key to increasing the adoption of offsite...
By challenging perceptions around offsite construction methods and Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), Buildoffsite aims to ensure improved offsite and MMC education is provided moving forward so that the sector does not face barriers to increasing adoption.
Willmott Dixon’s employability initiative reaches major milestone
Willmott Dixon's employability initiative has reached a major milestone, as a pupil becomes the 1,000th person to complete its enrichment programme to equip young people with key skills to succeed in the workplace.
Recom announces £600m framework for ethical regeneration schemes
Construction project management consultancy RECOM Solutions is celebrating major boost with £600m framework for ethical regeneration schemes.
HLM Architects appoints Anne Daw as head of MMC delivery
HLM Architects has made several senior promotions, including Anne Daw will take up the role of head of MMC delivery.
SPX Capital invests in One Green Way residential development in Portugal
SPX Capital and Portuguese real estate firm Green Jacket Partners have teamed up to launch a new residential development called One Green Way, located in the Algarve, Portugal.
Renowned housing leader, Peter Quinn, appointed as LHC Group’s new chair
Peter Quinn has been appointed as LHC Group’s new chair – the first in a series of new appointments to the LHC Board.
The UK construction industry reacts to the 2022 Energy Strategy
This week, the UK government announced a new 2022 Energy Strategy, which aims to accelerate the use of renewables such as new nuclear, hydrogen, and wind power to secure clean and affordable British energy for the long term.
Construction of new homes in Attleborough to begin this summer
Latimer, the development arm of Clarion Housing Group, and The Hill Group will begin the construction of 349 new homes in Attleborough in Norfolk.
Three new school buildings in Essex built using MMC
Morgan Sindall have built three new school buildings in Essex using a net zero Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) approach.Â
Students use SterlingOSB Zero and straw bales to construct nature hide...
A nature hide designed and built by post graduate students from Kingston School of Art using straw bales and SterlingOSB Zero supplied by West Fraser, will help neighbourhood schoolchildren connect with local wildlife.
BAM appointed to deliver Holyrood Academy expansion in Somerset
BAM, in partnership with Futures for Somerset, the Local Education Partnership has been appointed by Somerset County Council to deliver the £7m Holyrood Academy expansion in Somerset.
M-AR puts comprehensive Net Zero strategy into action
Offsite contractor M-AR is investing in a greener future by putting a comprehensive Net Zero strategy into action across the business.
How can natural building ventilation provide a smart way to breathe...
From promises of air purifiers for schools to discussions around removing the lower halves of doors to improve air circulation, indoor air quality (IAQ) continues to be a hot topic. Erik Boyter, CEO of WindowMaster explains to PBC Today the importance of natural ventilation to quality of life.
Kier appointed to deliver North Chadderton Secondary School expansion
Kier has been appointed to deliver the North Chadderton Secondary School expansion by Oldham Council, through the new Procure North West Framework.
Persimmon Homes to deliver 116 affordable new homes in Chinnor
Persimmon Homes is delivering 116 new homes in Chinnor, including two, three and four-bedroom houses and one-bedroom apartments.
Willmott Dixon trials net zero learning pod
Willmott Dixon's launch of a net zero learning pod provides a temporary or permanent space for learning schools and on ‘meanwhile’ sites.
BIM workshop brings digital twins to the classroom
Mexico City high school students make their campus sustainable with digital technology learned from a new BIM workshop.
Procurement for education and community buildings made easy
The pandemic has highlighted the effect of the built environment on our mental and physical health, whether in our homes, schools, offices or community buildings.
Willmott Dixon appointed to Perry Barr Residential scheme in Birmingham
Willmott Dixon has been awarded a £6.5m interior fit-out contract for 428 apartments on the Perry Barr Residential Scheme, Birmingham.
Could containers be the missing jigsaw piece for commercial MMC?
Conversion expert Andy Capella from S Jones Containers discusses the benefits of using containers, modular buildings, and some of their most popular applications.
Watts Group Limited secure place on LHC’s MDC1 Framework
Watts Group Limited have announced that they’ve been successful in the tender process to supply LHC with building surveying, employer’s agent and principal designer services for their Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy Services (MDC1 Framework) over the next 6 year period.
Matthew Morrish appointed to associate heritage architect
RIBA Conservation accredited architect Matthew Morrish has been appointed as the first ever heritage architect at HLM Architects.
Challenges facing the construction industry in 2022
Rob Clay-Parker, director at Leeds-based property developer support provider Consult 44, shares his thoughts on the challenges facing the construction industry in 2022.
Willmott Dixon to deliver net zero transport hub with North Tyneside...
Willmott Dixon has partnered with North Tyneside Council to deliver a net zero transport hub and sustainable town square in North Shields.
Wates expands its business with sustainable hybrid office in the Southwest
Wates have expanded their business in the Southwest with their new sustainable hybrid office Newbury HQ, with a recruitment drive that will boost jobs in the local area.