All Features articles – Page 167
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FeaturesThis week in 2006
22% of Britain’s energy was provided by 12 nuclear power stations, but all but three were set to be closed by 2020
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FeaturesQatar: ‘The scrutiny will be on them’
In the first of a two-part focus on Qatar, Building reveals how, in the light of reports of abuse, huge efforts are being made to improve standards for migrant workers
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FeaturesHere’s looking at EU
Building’s backing the campaign to remain in the EU, but that doesn’t stop architectural correspondent Ike Ijeh having mixed feelings about the standard of the administration’s architecture
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FeaturesMarket forecast: Certain uncertainty
Q1 sees the UK construction industry with a more uncertain outlook but it’s not all down to the EU referendum – there are a number of complex factors at play
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FeaturesWhat’s the hold up?
Our roundtable of industry experts explores how those still dragging their heels can be persuaded to get on board with BIM
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FeaturesSketch of the week: Egg, Dover Street Market
This week’s sketch is by London studio Jonathan Tuckey Design
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FeaturesImage of the week: First day at the office
Sadiq Khan gets to work as the new mayor of London
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FeaturesDavid Attenborough Building: Second nature
Nicholas Hare Architects’ refurbished David Attenborough Building preserves the integrity of the original design while ensuring the radical remodelling works well for its new users
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FeaturesThis week in 1996
Building evaluated the plans for a proposed Ferris wheel in central London
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FeaturesCPD 12 2016: Sustainable aluminium window systems
High-performance windows are crucial to reducing the energy use of buildings. This CPD introduces key aspects of glazing and frame design, as well as the relevant standards and guidance. It is sponsored by Reynaers
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FeaturesGlobal city focus: Sydney
Sydney has a strong government with clear plans and the financing to achieve growth. Ciara Walker and Stephen Taylor from Arcadis explore Sydney’s massive investment in infrastructure to reconnect and regenerate the city
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FeaturesIs the door still open on build to rent?
Just when you thought the private rented sector was about to take off, along comes the chancellor and whacks a big tax on the purchase of homes for rent
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FeaturesLondon’s new mayor: Yes, he Khan
Sadiq Khan has the mother of all in-trays to contend with in his first months as London’s new mayor - everything from housing to Heathrow, Crossrail 2 to controversial planning decisions
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FeaturesImage of the week: At Liberty?
Liberty House confirms it will put in a formal bid to buy Tata Steel’s UK assets
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FeaturesSketch of the week: Assael office
This week’s sketch is by Hannah Brownlie, personal assistant to directors at Assael Architecture
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FeaturesTracker: March 2016
The construction activity index returned to growth following successive decreases in January and February, but the repair and maintenance index had a poor month with a 13-point fall
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FeaturesThis week in 1996
A hospital for mentally disordered offenders takes an unusual design approach
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FeaturesHeseltine: ‘I haven’t yet been told to shut up’
While most 83-year-olds settle for a quiet life and daytime TV, Lord Heseltine’s time is taken up spearheading the government’s regeneration agenda
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FeaturesTreetop walkway: A walk on the wild side
Glenn Howells’ treetop walkway snakes its way through the forest at Westonbirt Arboretum in the Cotswolds, using form, structure and materials to lift visitors to a heightened communion with nature
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FeaturesCPD 11 2016: Structural insulated panels in cladding systems
When used in external cladding systems, SIPs can help to reduce thermal transmittance and air-leakage rates. This CPD, sponsored by Kingspan Insulation, highlights the key design considerations