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Gbolade Design Studio grows its sustainable design practice with Archicad software
At the height of the Covid-19 pandemic Graphisoft UK offered new and existing customers an extended free trial of Archicad software.
Secured by Design – Reducing crime by good design
Secured by Design is the official police security initiative that is owned by the UK Police Service, improve the security of buildings.
How panelised MMC can reduce health and safety risk
Panelised MMC for new homes can reduce health and safety hazard exposure by 20% on site, according to the latest report from the Advanced Industrialised Methods for the Construction of Homes Innovation Project (AIMCH).
The importance of sustainability for the future of housebuilding
Victoria Brocklesby, COO at Origin, explores why sustainability must be the priority for the future of housebuilding, in the modern age.
Weston Homes gets green light for £19m Brentwood apartment scheme
Weston homes have received planning approval from Brentwood Borough Council for their new £19m Brentwood apartment scheme.
What is next for embodied carbon in buildings?
Despite a recent attempt at regulation falling by the wayside, the issue of embodied carbon in buildings has never been more prominent in construction. But as Mike Stevenson of NorDan UK explains, when you think longer-term about building specification, the carbon reduction takes care of itself.
5 affordable alternative housing options
As the cost of living continues to rise exponentially, We Buy Any House lists the top 5 alternative housing options that are significantly more affordable than traditional homes.
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.
Willmott Dixon appointed to deliver Bassaleg Comprehensive School upgrade
Willmott Dixon has been appointed by Newport City Council to deliver the Bassaleg Comprehensive School upgrade, which will create over 300 extra school places and help to meet demand in the area.
Collinson Construction begins work on Eden District Council net zero HQ
Collinson Construction has started work on a new major project that will create a net zero HQ for Eden District Council, using Passivhaus design principles.
Vectorworks launches new unity-based 3D model viewing technology
Vectorworks, Inc. has released its third service pack for the Vectorworks 2022 product line, which includes 3D model viewing technology, and improvements to Vectorworks Cloud Services for all design customers.
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.
Can building renovations help meet housing targets?
Victor Chirilas, director of ground engineering experts, Mainmark, explores how building renovations can help meet housing targets, whilst addressing the risks involved and how to solve them.
Planning policy changes in England and future reforms
Dr Aidan Bell, founder, EnviroBuild, dissects the Planning for the Future: Planning policy changes in England in 2020 and future reforms.
Lewisham Homes announce the launch of shared ownership housing development
Lewisham Council have announced the launch of its first shared ownership housing development through Lewisham Homes, which will help to boost the supply of affordable housing in the borough .
High-rise building fire breaks out in central London
Firefights were called to a high-rise building fire on Whitechapel High Street, Aldgate, in Central London as flames and smoke surrounded the 17th floor.
Rangeford Villages appoints Willmott Dixon to create new £43m retirement community
Later living specialist Rangeford Villages has appointed Willmott Dixon to complete a new £43m retirement community near Chertsey, Surrey.
PAS 24 and Secured by Design for Building Envelope explained
PBC Today interviewed Engineering Leader of UL’s Built Environment Group Mark Swanborough about PAS 24 and Secured by Design.
Hackathons: Helping construction harness data, the future of the sector
Hackathons can harness the full potential of data to bring forward groundbreaking ideas for the construction industry, says Gareth Parkes, head of data and analytics at Sir Robert McAlpine.
Aerial mapping the way to greener homes
Aerial mapping reveals the potential of roof spaces to mitigate the effects of climate change.
Scotland Excel launch £800m energy efficiency contractors framework
Scotland Excel has announced the 37 businesses who have secured a place on their national energy efficiency contractors framework, which aims to support Scotland’s councils in achieving net zero.
ilke Homes to deliver first home to guarantee zero energy bills
ilke Homes, in partnership with Gresham House and SO Resi, are set to deliver a home that promises zero energy bills in Essex.
Volumetric manufactured buildings at the forefront of offsite approaches
Volumetric modular methods have a remarkable impact on reducing costs while increasing quality and safety measures in the construction arena.
Why SterlingOSB Zero is a great choice for the construction industry
West Fraser tell us the practical benefits that make its SterlingOSB Zero a great choice for the UK construction industry.
Using sustainable construction materials must be a priority
Victoria Brocklesby, COO at Origin, explores why switching to sustainable construction materials should be a priority for the industry.
Building for the post-pandemic workplace
A study of Arup’s 80 Charlotte Street by Rahul Patel, director, of building engineering, Arup.