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FeaturesBeyond the surface: An examination of building envelopes through architectural case studies
Building, in conjunction with Carlisle, hosted a CPD-accredited event exploring choices influencing the design and delivery of building exteriors
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CommentLocal strengths, national growth: the case for place-led growth in the UK
We’ve got to start now. And if we get tied up in bureaucracy, we won’t build anything, writes John Rayson, director northern transformation programme, AtkinsRéalis
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FeaturesIn an age of regulatory change, can precast concrete columns and precast staircases revolutionise the construction sector?
Lee Cowen, managing director of Milbank Concrete Products, explores how innovations in precast concrete columns and stairs are transforming how the construction industry operates
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Information - BuildingCPD 04 2024: Using ozone for decontamination
This JLA-sponsored module explores the benefits of using ozone for decontamination, alongside the adverse health effects associated with the gas and considerations needed to mitigate them
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FeaturesHow the Building Safety Act can empower warranty’s role as a de-risking partner
The Building Safety Act’s gateway system offers developers a chance to minimise expensive, time-consuming redesigns by consulting with warranty providers during the design stage of complex projects. The gateway system will require that building plans are submitted to the Building Safety Regulator at early stages, and the regulator will then ...
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Information - BuildingCPD 03 2024: Exploring the A to Z Essential Principles
This Rockwool-sponsored CPD module examines the A to Z Essential Principles relating to passive fire safety by RISCAuthority, highlighting the importance of going above and beyond the Building Regulations to better protect buildings and their occupants
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FeaturesWomen in Construction: Tracey Hunte, country director for Qatar, Mace
This is part of a special report produced in partnership with Gleeds
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FeaturesWomen in Construction: Dagmar Fritz-Kramer, CEO, Baufritz
This is part of a special report produced by our sister title Building in partnership with Gleeds
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FeaturesWomen in Construction: Kimberly Dowdell, AIA 2024 president and director of strategic relationships HOK
“My biggest career challenge is wanting to do so many different things and having to prioritise them,” says Kimberly Dowdell, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2024 president and director of strategic relationships at architecture firm HOK. This urge to do as much as she can in the industry she ...
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FeaturesWomen in Construction: Sarah Ball, principal, Woods Bagot
From my perspective, it’s not necessarily about attracting women into architecture; it’s about retaining them,” says Sarah Ball, principal and Melbourne studio hub chair at Woods Bagot. “The ratio is 50:50 out of university – but that drops off as you move towards the more senior roles within practices. That’s ...
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Comment‘If you can’t see it, you can’t be it’: why International Women’s Day is important for construction
Today we profile 12 women around the world succeeding in male-dominated professions – here’s why we need to share their positive stories
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CommentA celebration of diversity: An introduction to the Women in Construction special report
Be inspired by female construction leaders from around the world interviews with 12 industry leaders of today and tomorrow
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FeaturesExtended Q+A: Combining fabric with low and zero carbon technologies in new homes
After an unprecedented number of questions, we joined David Adams, Jamie Bursnell and Steven Heath for an extended question-and-answer session
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FeaturesConnecting people with data brings control to your business
Digital transformation is a journey many contractors have been embarking on and their investments are paying dividends, writes Brandon Oliveri-O’Connor, Procore’s head of region, EMEA
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Information - BuildingCPD 02 2024: Specifying natural slate rainscreen cladding systems
Sponsored by Cupa Pizarras, this CPD will examine the considerations for specifying natural slate rainscreen cladding systems, including the material’s sustainable credentials, responsible sourcing and installation guidance
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FeaturesThe pathway to net zero concrete production
Simon Chudley, national commercial technical manager at Tarmac explains more about the manufacturer’s pathway to net zero
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FeaturesThe future of building envelopes: Exploring innovation and sustainability through case studies
Building, in conjunction with Carlisle, hosted a CPD-accredited event investigating the latest in the design and delivery of building exteriors
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Information - BuildingCPD 01 2024: Fifth Facade: Regulations on Roofs
This latest CPD module, sponsored by Rockwool, considers the roof as a building’s fifth facade, examining its functional uses and its vital role in fire safety, and explaining the relevant regulations and what needs to be done to require to comply with them
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FeaturesHelp us shape the next generation of construction professionals
Becoming a Go Construct STEM Ambassador opens the doors of our industry to young people