All articles by Thomas Lane – Page 29
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FeaturesIsis neutron facility
Thomas Lane goes to south Oxfordshire to find out why you need very big tweezers to pick up very small objects …
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NewsReport warns industry too complacent about structural safety
Structural failure is still a big problem, says Standing Committee on Structural Safety
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NewsSquirrels have invaded my roof space
Squirrel's are a pest but do they cause condensation? Building's technical editor is not too sure and is happy to open the question to the floor
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FeaturesChelsea’s magic sponge
The famous CFC hopes its marksmen will be kept fit and working by this luxurious training and physiotherapy complex in Surrey
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News
Victoria collapse threatens nearby buildings
Damage caused by collapse of top storeys may be more widespread than first thought
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NewsVictoria collapse threatens nearby buildings
The structural damage resulting from last week’s building collapse in Victoria, central London, may spread to neighbouring buildings, turning it into a much bigger problem than first anticipated.
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NewsCapacity fears grow as industry boom continues
Soaring prices and output exacerbate ODA’s struggles to woo contractors
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Capacity fears grow as industry boom continues
Soaring prices and output exacerbate ODA’s struggles to woo contractors
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NewsHard times a’coming …
The world is changing. The traditional A to P Building Regulations have been sidelined by a new body of rules aimed at lessening the impact of the built environment on the natural one.
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NewsFire report throws future of timber-frame into doubt
As flames engulf another timber development, fire agencies publish Colindale blaze findings
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NewsSwitch off lights, turn down the heating and close the door
Will being eco-conscious save more energy than fitting wind turbines and PV panels?
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FeaturesWhat the sea brought in
Heatherwick Studio wanted its design for a beach cafe to look like something washed up on the shore. Beachcombers – plus the odd passing dog – will be handsomely rewarded.
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FeaturesEnergy rating issues: The window – a 21st century solution
Last week Building revealed that air-conditioned buildings could face a D rating when non-residential energy certificates are introduced next year. So does this mean the end of air-con? Or will tenants simply ignore the certificates when choosing their offices?
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NewsNew test turns the screw on air-conditioned offices
Modern buildings could be given D energy ratings under legislation to be announced next month
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FeaturesGeorgious Washington
Roofing If you liked the British Museum’s Great Court roof, you’re going to love its designers’ spectacular covering for the Smithsonian Institution in Washington.
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FeaturesHere’s one way to cut traffic
A consolidation centre in south-east London has improved site efficiency and dramatically reduced vehicle movements. Thomas Lane looks at how it did it, and the chances of the idea catching on
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NewsNew test turns the screw on air-conditioned offices
Modern buildings could be given D energy ratings under legislation to be announced next month
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NewsFire brigade issues stark warning to high-rise sites
Manchester fire chief warns industry that water cannot be pumped higher than 60m
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FeaturesNo more trouble at the top
Few things are more galling than having your penthouse office suite shaken by high winds or the odd overgrown ape. Arup’s solution to wobbly building syndrome is dependable and cost-effective – though we’re not sure if it’s been tested on animals.
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FeaturesDry stone flooring
Stanhope was sick of waiting around for screed to dry, so it asked some suppliers to work out a way of doing without it. Thomas Lane kicks off a flooring special by explaining how they did just that.