All Buildings, Design and Specification articles
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Comment
Eradicating the issue of siloes in building renovation
Siloed teams and complex contractual structures hinder building renovations. Laura Rehlen explores how technology – such as reality capture and seamless data sharing – enhances collaboration, reduces errors, and streamlines projects
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News
Soaring construction costs force £90m Manchester Met library into design rethink
Scheme now set to open two years later than planned
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Features
Futureproofing the flooring industry: Addressing the skills challenge
John Clark, transformation director at Headlam, explores the current skills gap crisis in the flooring sector and how the industry can take action to ensure the future of flooring is resilient for years to come
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Plans submitted for upmarket City hotel at foot of Tower 42
Richard Seifert-designed building to be demolished to make way for eight-storey scheme
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Information - Building
CPD 02 2025: Hard landscaping specification for housing developments
As urban development accelerates and rainfall intensifies, traditional drainage systems are under unprecedented strain. The result? Rising flood risks, environmental degradation and a need to rethink how we manage surface water. Hard landscaping plays an important role in mitigating these challenges, offering innovative solutions that combine functionality with sustainability. One ...
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News
Green light for Landsec office scheme in Southwark
Orms-designed block to add to developer’s emerging commercial complex near Tate Modern
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Features
Cost model: exploring the advantages of surgical hubs and barn theatres
Capacity issues within the NHS are driving innovative ways of working. This cost model looks at the advantages and costs of surgical hubs and barn theatres
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Features
Curtain rises on Sadler’s Wells’ elegant East Bank ‘end terrace’
Last night’s opening of the new dance theatre marked another stage in the Olympic Park’s development as a cultural destination designed to lure artists and audiences out of their traditional West End comfort zone, Daniel Gayne reports
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Populous unveils images of Wrexham stadium upgrade
New 5,500-seat Kop stand will include public plaza for high-flying League One club
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Developer takes swipe at delay after government decides not to list historic Hotspur Press building in Manchester
Student tower scheme will include part of cotton mill that was built in 1801 and subject of anonymous listing bid
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RSHP’s new tower at 99 Bishopsgate approved with plans to start construction next year
City signs off proposal for 54-storey office block set to be built by Multiplex
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Pentre Awel: A transformative development for Llanelli
With an £84m investment, Pentre Awel is set to reshape Llanelli, as early engagement with contractors like Quelfire highlights the project’s collaborative approach
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Sisk finally signs on dotted line for £300m Great Ormond Street job
New cancer centre set to finish in late 2028
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New office tower at 99 Bishopsgate set to be approved this week
Brookfield’s 54-storey block designed by RSHP due before formal vote on Friday
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Sustainability rules for City schemes to come into force within weeks
Square Mile signs off guidance to encourage developers to hit key environmental benchmarks
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Comment
Is the UK’s infrastructure ready for 96mph storms?
As the number and intensity of storms increases, Dr Liz Marlow of Cundall considers how we might become better prepared
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Features
Market forecast: Prospects for growth in 2025 remain subdued
With capacity depleted, cost pressures have resurfaced as demand has strengthened – but with interest rates set to stay high, slowing demand growth may help smooth the transition
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Information - Building
CPD 01 2025: Understanding the regulatory requirements for modern ventilation systems
Learn how to meet ventilation compliance standards while ensuring air quality and energy efficiency in modern homes. Sponsored by Xpelair by Dimplex, this module outlines the key ventilation requirements and explores the role of MVHR in meeting modern standards. Deadline for completion Friday 21 February 2025.
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News
Plans for 44-storey Manchester tower sent in to city council
Latest addition to city’s high-rise cluster would include 364 homes