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Benefits of light steel framing
Andrew Way, an associate director at the Steel Construction Institute, discusses how light steel framing can deliver fast, adaptable and cost-effective buildings.
Labour says it will scrap permitted development rule
The Labour Party has said it would scrap a government scheme that allows commercial and residential buildings to be transformed into homes without planning permission.
How advancing technology will affect construction workers
This article explores new forms of technology while also considering how humans are still vital to construction and how finding a good balance is essential.
Offsite construction aids sustainable community in Oxfordshire
Ed Vaizey, MP for Wantage, joined Greencore Construction to celebrate the opening of one of Britain’s most sustainable communities, in Longcot, Oxfordshire.
JCT Case Study: 70 St Mary Axe ‘The Can of...
70 St Mary Axe 'The Can of Ham': A JCT Design and Build Contract provided the contract solution. Available from www.jctltd.co.uk.
Banging the drum for BIM: How BIM awareness is changing
Andrew Carpenter, chair of BIM4Housing, says that BIM is starting to change in the wake of the Hackitt Review and the rise of offsite construction – but we need a continuing drive to raise awareness of its benefits.
Galliard Group launches £100m business ‘Evolve’ scheme
Galliard Group is launching Evolve, a £100m commercial property business which will build affordable work space units with lifestyle amenities across London and the South East.
Offsite would bolster Shelter’s 3m social homes vision, says Actis
A report published by housing charity Shelter stating that three million new social homes are required to solve the housing crisis will require practical as well as economic and political assistance, says insulation specialist Actis.
Homes England supports modular build pilot scheme
Homes England is encouraging partners to develop and use modern methods of construction (MMC) through a range of initiatives and the provision of development finance.
Under the spotlight: Top construction trends
Technology is having a profound impact on the construction industry as it embraces innovative and disruptive technologies that were once thought to be science-fiction. Here we take a look at the trends shaping the industry and how companies are staying on top by adopting the latest cutting-edge techniques
The ultimate guide to modular construction
Modular construction has become increasingly popular in recent years and has even been hailed as the future of the construction industry, but while technology takes leaps and bounds, the sector still has many obstacles to overcome. We take a look at all things modular
Case study: A capital blueprint for modular success
An innovative partnership between award-winning architecture practice astudio and the London Borough of Dagenham & Barking is forging a blueprint for MMC housing development in London
Innovations in timber and offsite construction
Lewis Taylor of TRADA discusses the evolution of offsite timber frame construction into a fully modern method of delivering high quality, cost-effective and sustainable buildings
Council rely on modular homes to reduce waiting time for houses
In a bid to reduce the waiting time for houses, Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council are trailblazing the use of modular homes
Homes to act as mini power stations in Wales
The first development of Active Homes that are able to store, generate and release solar heat and electricity, are now under construction in south Wales
Meaningful collaboration the key to transforming the UK construction industry
The UK’s housing market and the wider construction sector face multiple challenges. Kim Venau, CEO of BLP Insurance, discusses what needs to happen to effect meaningful change
Grenfell: Where does fire safety go from here?
Theresa May has pledged £400m to strip dangerous cladding similar to that used on Grenfell Tower from other high-rise blocks. But Christian Pillai of MAC Construction Consultants argues that a fundamental change in culture is also needed to avoid future tragedies
What does successful collaboration look like in the construction sector?
Kim Vernau, CEO at BLP Insurance, highlights key points raised by guest speaker Alex Notay of Places for People, on the need for collaboration and innovation in the construction industry, with a particular emphasis placed on offsite construction
Industry welcome off-site manufacture report
Industry experts share their thoughts following the publication of the House of Lords’ "Off-site manufacture for construction: Building for change" report
The ‘Mass Timber Revolution’ is Coming
Premier Guarantee review the use of mass timber in construction in the United States to its recent adoption in London
Modular Homes: Common Misconceptions
Premier Guarantee discusses some of the increasingly popular methods of construction.
Construction company responds to rise in demand for modular construction
Seven Oaks Timber Frame, part of JG Hale Construction, is to be turned into a separate limited company and rebranded as Seven Oaks Modular in a move that reflects the increasing demand for modular construction solutions in the UK
Research reveals greater demand for volumetric modular buildings
Research from AMA Research has shown a 6% increase in prefabricated volumetric modular buildings and portable accommodation in 2017.
Trimble unveils new Tekla 2018 BIM solutions
Trimble has introduced three new versions of its software for structural engineering, fabrication and construction teams, aiming to offer increased control and improved documentation through constructible BIM workflows
BSRIA sponsors top accolades at Offsite Construction Awards
BSRIA sponsored the MEP (mechanical electrical plumbing) and POD Technology Award at the Offsite Construction Awards last Tuesday (6th March) at London’s ExCel venue.
Laing O’Rourke, Stanhope and Network Homes agree “game-changing” offsite partnership
Laing O'Rourke has announced a "game-changing" partnership with developer Stanhope and housing association Network Homes to deliver hundreds of homes across the South East