Design

New void former promises to save time and complexity

5 Jul 24

Traditional methods of erecting building structures often involve complex processes that can be labour intensive and time consuming. However, an innovative piece of apparatus designed and developed in the UK is promising to reduce complexity and save time. Before work can start on erecting building

What does the NHS need from its buildings?

1 Jul 24

What does the health service need from new healthcare buildings and how can they be designed and built to meet future needs?

Raise the roof with mass timber to bring down carbon emissions

24 Jun 24

The built environment is already responsible for almost 40% of global carbon emissions.

Clay Brick properties: The enduring asset for generations

20 May 24

Clay brick is a timeless building material, engineered to withstand weather extremes, climate changes, and architectural trends.

Rethinking sustainable construction: a future forged in timber

26 Apr 24

The light-weight nature and workability of timber makes it ideal for retrofitting, extending the life of existing buildings.

Why Modular Construction in the Commercial Sector Stacks Up

15 Apr 24

Richard Hipkiss, Development Director of the MPBA, considers why the outlook in mature commercial markets is on a different trajectory.

How technology can improve supply chain resilience in infrastructure project delivery

5 Apr 24

Major infrastructure projects rely on supply chains being resilient in the face of unexpected challenges.

Three pillars of importance: The NHDG ‘s impact on Net Zero targets

13 Feb 24

NHDG is an industry leader in delivering the high-quality energy efficiency measures at scale to help the UK strive toward its ambitious net zero targets.

ICE calls for sustainability focus

2 Feb 24

State of the Nation: Institution of Civil Engineers encourages infrastructure professionals to renew focus on sustainability goals.

2024 Construction predictions

8 Jan 24

As we move in to 2024, what areas are expected to drive further change and what will likely become hot topics.