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Terms of reference for Review of Building and Fire Safety regulations...

The government publishes the terms of reference for the Review of Building and Fire Safety Regulations that was commissioned following the Grenfell fire

Building modelling literacy a factor in the energy performance gap

A study led by Prof David Coley suggests the “literacy” of building modelling professionals should be addressed to combat the energy performance gap

BIM Assessment: The Transformation Program – BIM or Not To BIM

So, for commercial reasons you have decided to implement BIM within the business. The challenge seems complex, the support from the wider business is...

Bidders sought by HS2 for London stations construction teams

HS2 Ltd are seeking construction partners to deliver two stations at Euston and Old Oak Common to be responsible for programme management

Asbestos the Truth – are we managing the risk?

The Asbestos the Truth conference will examine current techniques for air sampling and monitoring in the UK and ask if we are managing the risk

This year’s Build Show – for innovation and learning

The Build Show, which forms the largest show as part of UK Construction Week, returns to the Birmingham NEC, 10-12 October, showcasing the latest products

The benefits of controlling humidity levels within the workplace

BSRIA’s Asset Performance Team Leader, Blanca Beato-Arribas, highlights the role that humidity plays in assuring the well-being of building occupants

Implementing SuDS – where are we now?

With further guidance from the government on implementing SuDS unlikely, Phil Gelder of RAA Ltd assesses the state of play for stakeholders

BIM adoption – is it alive and well or on it’s...

Man and Machine examine the BIM adoption landscape and argue that global standards and skills will be key to greater uptake

Towns and Village Greens – continuing implications for new development

Towns and Village Greens are an old concept, but they still have implications for new developments as outlined here by Paul Grant of Stevens & Bolton

Top tips for young structural engineers

How can budding structural engineers succeed in the industry? Here, Sam Carigliano, CEO of the software provider, SkyCiv, shares his top tips

Government figures claim house building at highest level since 2008

New figures claim house building is at its highest level since 2008 with Gloucestershire and South Derbyshire amongst the strongest growth areas

Digital Built Britain – a technology-led future for the built environment

Digital Built Britain sets out the future of the construction industry, but how do we realise it? Ben Malone of BIM. Technologies says we all need ownership

Brits continue to snub new-build housing

81% of Brits snub new-build housing and call on the government to back the restoration of Britain’s traditional properties according to research by MFS

Ecological surveys inform plans for 70,000 new homes

Summer ecological surveys from the ecological consultancy EPR supports 70,000 new homes and green infrastructure schemes for Southern England

BRE to host BIM Prospects Theatre at UK Construction Week

BRE will be returning to UK Construction Week in October 2017 to host its popular BIM Prospects Theatre and the BIM Prospects annual awards ceremony

A BIM data case study: Celebrating innovation with Knauf Insulation

Easily accessing BIM data for products is key for any designer. Lars Fredenlund CEO of coBuilder AS describes the approach taken by Knauf Insulation

Common claims -underground waterproofing

Underground waterproofing results in one of the top ten claims regarding cost for Premier Guarantee. Here they provide advice on how to mitigate the risks

Using BIM delivers extra perspective for customers

Jason Ruddle of Elecosoft explains how using BIM on projects provides the best outcomes for customers by providing a clear 4D planning view

The RICS BIM Project Management Certificate

RICS have developed the BIM Project Management Certificate providing the knowledge and skills required to manage each step of a BIM project

The diesel debate: A challenge for the construction equipment industry

The construction equipment industry has retained its faith in the trusty diesel engine according to CEA consultant Alex Woodrow

Environment Agency calls on Mick George Ltd for Solutions for flood...

Mick George Ltd discuss their recent Earthworks contract in relation to their flood defence scheme, raising the flood banks at Ouse Washes reservoir. Having been...

The CMS BIM e-guide: Consolidating legal frameworks

Shona Frame and Chris Hallam, Partners at law firm CMS highlight the scope of the CMS BIM e-guide in summarising global legislation and guidelines

Landfill taxes – Treatment is better than cure, prescribed by Mick...

Mick George Ltd discuss their solution to avoid the paying landfill taxes for waste disposal with their sustainable programmes. Projects, developments, or refurbishments, call it what...

Build to rent consultation closes

Bond Dickinson comment on the responses to the now closed government consultation on Build to Rent, highlighting the main areas of discussion

Collaboration at the construction and operations stages of a BIM project

In the third of a series of articles, Mike Shilton and Carl Collins address collaboration at the construction and operations stages of a BIM project