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4 construction industry trends gaining traction in 2019
This post by bathroom specialists, Jaquar, will explore the top established construction trends of last year that are continuing to gain traction and influence the construction industry in 2019.
Overcoming the human ‘cognitive biases’ that prevent climate action
Dr Don McLean, IES founder and CEO, discusses how their new IES technology will make it possible to create a Digital Twin of any community to simulate its lifecycle and plan the right solutions, addressing a number of negative cognitive biases.
Lord Stanley Fink appointed chairman of Project Etopia
Modular housebuilder Project Etopia's main investor Lord Stanley Fink has joined the firm’s board as its chairman to help the company achieve its growth as an offsite construction specialist.
Mears to deliver gas servicing to over 18,000 properties
Mears Group has partnered with Longhurst Group to deliver gas breakdown, gas servicing and gas installations as part of a ten year contract.
Thomas Sinden wins £3.7m contract from Freshwater Group
Thomas Sinden has been awarded a £3.7m development scheme from The Freshwater Group of Companies for 7-11 St Johns Hill, Clapham, Battersea.
Partner sought for Salford Crescent masterplan
Salford City Council and the University of Salford have launched their search for a private sector partner to deliver the ambitious £800m masterplan for Salford Crescent.
Change in Building Regulations could cost millions if not followed
New fire protection regulations are now in force. Jon Pagan, director of fire safety engineering at FIA, looks at what they mean for the construction industry
Bright future for construction innovation
CSIC recently became a delivery partner for the Construction innovation Hub and launched a project that could see homes built offsite by robots.
UK public buildings to add Changing Places toilets
New large public buildings in the UK are expected to add Changing Places toilets for severely disabled people, thanks to new government proposals.
Scottish development creates largest EV infrastructure
A developer is “plugging in” to the surging demand for electric vehicles (EVs) by creating the most inclusive charging provision of any development built to date in Scotland.
Cavity wall insulation report released for Northern Ireland
Research into cavity wall insulation in social housing and private homes in Northern Ireland has been published.
GMB welcomes Peabody U-turn to auction off social housing
GMB has welcomed the decision by Peabody Housing Trust not to auction off social housing in Tower Hamlets and to instead allocate it to families on the waiting list.
Building Regulations: Why they’re no longer fit for purpose
Adrian Judd, director of Steico, argues Building Regulations need to tighten up so that we build healthy buildings.
Study: ‘Over-design’ of UK buildings driving energy consumption
Heating, cooling and electrical systems regularly designed with up to 50% more electrical capacity than they will ever need, according to a study led by Ramboll.
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.
Government to fund £200m cladding replacement
The government has stepped in to cover the £200m bill to speed up crucial cladding replacement on around 170 private high-rise buildings.
How factory-built bathrooms are driving efficiency
Richard Tonkinson, executive director of bathroom pod manufacturer Offsite Solutions, offers some practical advice for specifying factory-built bathrooms.
Pre-panelised systems stay ahead of the residential game
Ben Gallimore, technical manager at voestalpine Metsec, looks at pre-panelised framing systems, which offer fast, efficient construction without sacrificing quality.
UKGB unveils framework for net zero carbon buildings
The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has unveiled a framework for the UK construction and property industry to transition new and existing buildings to become net zero carbon by 2050.
Workshops to maximise offsite construction for affordable housing
The first of a series of collaborative workshops to explore ways to increase offsite construction of affordable homes has been launched at Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC).
Kings Cross W Zone given the green light
Kings Cross Central Limited Partnership (KCCLP) has been given the final go-ahead by Islington Council on the King’s Cross W Zone.
Workloads for SME construction firms fall for first time in six...
Workloads for SME construction companies have fallen for the first in six years, but expectations for the future are positive, according to research from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).
Construction companies suspended from Prompt Payment Code
Construction companies including Balfour Beatty, Costain, Laing O’Rourke and Persimmon have been removed from the Prompt Payment Code for failing to pay suppliers on time.
Energiesprong targets net zero energy for apartments in Europe
After a successful start bringing the Dutch Energiesprong to Europe, the next three years aims to make net-zero energy suitable for apartment buildings across North West Europe.
Efficiency boost for local housebuilders
Spantherm is an innovative ground floor system from Creagh Concrete that is being adopted by a growing number of local housebuilders.
Construction firms fined after employee sustains electrical burns
Two construction companies have been fined after a worker received serious electrical burns during demolition work.