In the wake of Grenfell, regulatory and industry focus has understandably centred on external wall systems but a nationwide FOI investigation has found that two-thirds of fire doors in social housing fail to meet legal minimum standards.
Builders’ merchant Travis Perkins looks at how changing regulations are affecting the construction industry and the practical steps builders can take to stay compliant while keeping projects on track.
When good design meets accessibility, everyday spaces can work better for everyone. Ian Streets, NRAC consultant at About Access, explores the tension between “design intent” and practical usability in kitchens and beyond.
The Brooke House residential scheme in Acton has reached practical completion, delivering 102 affordable homes designed to provide safe and secure accommodation for women living and working in Ealing.
The recently announced reforms on late payments and retentions have sent shockwaves through UK construction; AHCI Advantage explores the ramifications.
Almost nine out of 10 senior executives responsible for building portfolios may be unaware of their legal responsibilities under the UK’s post-Grenfell building safety regime, according to a new industry white paper.
Know how structural defects warranties can protect projects, satisfy lenders, and shift long-term risk—before one overlooked detail turns into a costly claim.
Walking down the street, travelling on a train, exploring shops and restaurants, you’re going to come across features every now and then which present obstacles to accessibility.
At Advantage (AHCI), we see firsthand how relatively small discrepancies at inception can create disproportionate friction later such as underinsurance.
The three named storms which hit the UK in the first few weeks of the year are serving as a worrying reminder of the need to construct roofs which can withstand extreme wind.
The Masonry Association of Great Britain (MAGB) has formally announced the creation of its new Technical Committee, a cross-sector body established to strengthen technical leadership and raise standards across masonry construction, alongside publication of its first official Technical Note.
Ealing Studios in London has received the Secured by Design ATLAS Commercial Development Award in recognition of the collaborative approach taken to designing out crime throughout the redevelopment of one of Britain’s most iconic film and television studios.
