Architecture

Blueprint for Building Success

Summary This article provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the construction planning process. It emphasizes meticulous planning, proactive risk management, and leveraging technology for optimal results. By following these actionable steps, you can ensure your […]

Quality Certification

BREEAM Certification: A Guide

Summary This article provides a comprehensive guide to achieving BREEAM certification for data centers. It outlines key steps, from early design integration to focusing on core assessment categories. By following these strategies, data centers can […]

Architecture

Building Safety Bar Raised, Not Lowered

Summary The UK’s Building Safety Act 2022 aims to enhance building safety, particularly in high-rise residential buildings. This article examines the key changes implemented by the Act, including the new regulatory regime for higher-risk buildings, […]

Architecture

Ronan Point: Regulation’s Genesis

Summary The Ronan Point disaster of 1968, where a gas explosion led to a partial building collapse, prompted significant changes in UK building regulations. These changes focused on structural integrity, gas safety, and introduced the […]

Architecture

Building Plan Blueprint

Summary This article provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the building planning process. It breaks down the process into actionable steps, from initial project definition to final approvals. By following these tips, you can ensure […]

Architecture

BREEAM Certification: A Guide

Summary This article provides a comprehensive guide to achieving BREEAM certification, covering crucial steps from initial design to post-construction assessment. We explore common pitfalls to avoid, highlight innovative solutions for maximizing your score, and showcase […]

Architecture

Salus Gets RBCA License

Summary Salus receives official RBCA license, strengthening its role in UK building control. New regulations aim to improve building safety, especially in high-rise structures, after Grenfell Tower tragedy. Salus’s licensure reflects its commitment to upholding […]

Architecture

Barratt’s Supreme Court Victory

Summary The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Barratt, allowing developers to recoup remediation costs from contractors for building defects, even if repairs were voluntary. This decision clarifies liability and limitation periods under the Building […]