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MVRDV’s West Bund Dream Center transforms a former cement factory

Monday, 12th February 2024

MVRDV is revealing its combined masterplan and architectural designs for a riverside leisure and culture district in Shanghai known as the Gate M West Bund Dream Center. The plan, which is already under construction, will transform a collection of buildings... View Article

New research from The Land Trust reveals challenges of delivering big

Friday, 9th February 2024

Ahead of the introduction of mandatory biodiversity net gain (BNG) on Monday 12 February, new research from national green space management charity, the Land Trust, in partnership with the Land Promoters & Developer Federation (LPDF) and the Home Builders Federation (HBF)... View Article

One Beverly Hills breaks ground

Friday, 9th February 2024

Foster + Partners is celebrating the ground-breaking of One Beverly Hills, which will transform 17.5 acres of land in the heart of the city. The practice is working alongside Cain International, the City of Beverly Hills, Aman Group, RIOS Architects,... View Article

The ‘value gap’: Fixing the focus on construction apprenticeships

Friday, 9th February 2024

The skills gap in the built environment sector is a hot topic, with many businesses boosting apprenticeship numbers to tackle the issue. But once through the door, it’s vital to retain these valuable recruits by offering quality experiences, says Daniel... View Article

Barratt Redrow merger response to challenging market

Thursday, 8th February 2024

Barratt Developments plc has acquired Redrow plc for £2.5bn to create a new firm Barratt Redrow, following a series of “challenges faced by both companies in the housing market,” including drops in completions and revenue during the latter part of... View Article

Winners of the 2024 Surface Design Awards Announced

Thursday, 8th February 2024

The winners of the highly anticipated Surface Design Awards have been announced at this year’s Surface Design Show, with The Tarang Pavilion in Gandhinagar, India by The Grid Architects taking the Supreme Winner prize. An impressive number of projects, totalling... View Article

Boutique workplace specialist rebrands to reflect sector’s dynamic transformation

Thursday, 8th February 2024

An award-winning office design and build specialist has changed its name as part of its response to the radical shift in workplace philosophy since the end of the pandemic. The Workplace Partner, which was launched by Tom Lancer and Westley... View Article

Largest Passivhaus affordable housing scheme in the north west nears completion

Thursday, 8th February 2024

Construction of the largest Passivhaus affordable housing scheme in the north west is nearing completion. The finishing touches are now being made at Greenhaus – a highly sustainable development of 96 homes, which is being built on Chapel Street in Salford, opposite... View Article

Construction enquiries fall by half, warns FMB

Thursday, 8th February 2024

Nearly half (47%) of all Master Builder companies reported a fall in enquiries for new work at the end of last year leading to a 15% fall in workloads, according to the latest State of Trade Survey from the Federation... View Article

PRP appointed to deliver design for net zero retirement scheme in Sussex

Thursday, 8th February 2024

PRP has been appointed to lead the delivery of an integrated retirement community on the former Hazeldens Nursery site in Albourne, Sussex. This follows a successful planning approval achieved in March 2023. The appointment marks the continuation of the strong... View Article

Milton Keynes City Council selects GRAHAM for £70m Lakes Estate Renewal Project

Wednesday, 7th February 2024

Milton Keynes City Council has selected GRAHAM as the principal contractor for Phase A of the Lakes Estate Renewal Project in Bletchley through Pagabo’s Major Works Framework. This two-stage design and build contract, valued at £70 million, represents a landmark... View Article

Samsung Climate Solutions Kicks Off the New Year with New Starters to the Team for 2024

Tuesday, 6th February 2024

Samsung Climate Solutions continues to strengthen their Sales team to support their customers’ growing businesses. The Cooling team welcomes Ben Whittingham to enhance their service in meeting customers’ air conditioning needs. Meanwhile, Sunny Vashisht and Ian Barnes are great additions... View Article

Work underway on new supported living homes in South Tyneside

Tuesday, 6th February 2024

Work has begun on a new £7.5m partnership project to bring 21 new supported living homes to South Tyneside, accommodation which will support residents with learning disabilities, autism and complex care needs to live more independently. The homes will be... View Article

Suffolk Building Society: Two-thirds of potential self-builders do not know that they can borrow to buy land

Monday, 5th February 2024

According to research from Suffolk Building Society, over two-thirds (69%) of potential self-builders do not know that some mortgage lenders will allow them to borrow to purchase land where planning permission has been granted. Correspondingly, concern over financing a project was... View Article

Custom and self build homes deliver greater local beneficial impacts than the average new build

Monday, 5th February 2024

For the first time, research in the recently published NaCSBA Custom and Self Build Report 2023/24 demonstrates that custom and self build homes have a significantly higher positive local impact compared to mainstream housing, and that the homes built are more sustainable... View Article

Recognising the importance of apprenticeships

Monday, 5th February 2024

Kicking off its largest development to date, Watson Homes is providing opportunities for the next generation of the construction workforce. Elleise Stanton, people and culture manager at Watson Homes discusses how the company recognises the value of investing in apprenticeships... View Article

World’s first green hydrogen refuelling network for recreational boating to be built by ZHA for NatPower H

Saturday, 3rd February 2024

The world’s first green hydrogen refuelling infrastructure for the recreational boating industry will be initiated in 25 Italian marinas and ports with refuelling stations designed by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA). A €100 million investment led by NatPower H (part of... View Article

Don’t kerb your enthusiasm for brick

Friday, 2nd February 2024

Jason Hughes of Imperial Bricks explains how variations in brick colour, texture, size, and laying pattern all have a direct affect on the kerb appeal of your project, which impacts its future value Choosing the right cladding material is one... View Article

Taking the customer experience to new heights: UNStudio completes new Flagship Store for Huawei in Shanghai

Friday, 2nd February 2024

UNStudio has partnered with Huawei, a leading Chinese pioneer in information and communications technology and smart products, to design their new flagship store in Shanghai. The aim is to create a distinct and user-driven customer experience. Working in close collaboration... View Article

Futureproofing timber frame homes

Friday, 2nd February 2024

Matthew Evans of Kingspan Insulation discusses how to ensure your timber frame home is well insulated so you don’t lose energy efficiency benefits Timber frame constructions are growing in popularity in the UK and now account for around 25% of... View Article