A revised code of practice designed to improve the consistency in the assessment of external wall fire risks and support proportionate remediation decisions has been published by BSI.
Damp, condensation and mould are unsightly aspects in a building, but did you know they are only ‘symptoms’ of a problem, and finding the root causes is key to rectifying them.
Here Craig Abbott, technical director of FSi Promat – part of the Etex group, looks at the challenges around fire stopping in retrofit projects and best practice solutions to ensure compliance.
As the housebuilding industry faces ongoing challenges, delivering high-quality new homes remains a priority. ICW supports housebuilders and developers with A-rated structural warranties and expert guidance to help drive quality and manage risk.
Hertfordshire Building Control's Rachel LeGood explores the changes brought about the 2021 Part L updates- and how the 2025 Future Homes & Buildings Standard goes further on energy efficiency design.
The nation’s built heritage represents a tangible link to our cultural past. Historic buildings, monuments and landmarks are the architectural legacy of previous generations, demonstrating their styles and fashion, innovations, craftmanship and ability to build with the materials to hand.
The Building Safety Act is the biggest suite of improvements to building and fire safety in living memory. Implementing it is challenging for both the government and industry. Experts from the multidisciplinary construction consultancy Watts Group advise about how to respond effectively and deliver future-proof buildings.
The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has welcomed the publication of the Single Construction Regulator Prospectus by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of workplace design, particularly within high-functioning, high-demand environments, sanitary accommodation is far more than just a compliance checkbox.
Inconsistent product standards, an ageing workforce and "unacceptable" delays at the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) are some of the issues identified in a recent House of Lords Committee report.
Say hello to the future of safer and healthier structures for those who live, work and learn in them. We are conducting Masterclass sessions to inform you of this process in detail.
Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) has announced access to new A-rated capacity, through their long standing capacity partner Cadis MGA.This marks one of the most significant milestones in the company’s history and strengthens its position as a leading provider of structural warranties and construction insurance across the UK.
A development of new homes in Mayfield, Dalkeith, has gained the highest award given by Secured by Design (SBD), the national police crime prevention initiative, for incorporating crime prevention techniques into the layout and landscaping and the physical security of buildings.
The Building Safety Act (BSA) 2022 and its subsequent regulatory framework mark the most comprehensive overhaul of construction safety in decades—reshaping how buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained.
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.
