Nottingham Trent University’s (NTU) new Design and Digital Arts building has now completed, with the design delivery work led by CPMG Architects from its headquarters just streets away from the...
Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) are often perceived as a recent innovation, somewhat untested and experimental, yet the concept of offsite construction has been around for decades....
‘Traditional’ sport and leisure facilities represent a unique building typology, offering immeasurable benefits to communities by promoting health, wellbeing and social cohesion. However, it’s no secret that operating these facilities...
From January to March 2024, 90% of major applications were decided within 13 weeks or within the agreed time, according to the Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities. In...
Outdoor spaces in schools give students a place to play, learn and spend time together outside the classroom. However, to make these areas truly useful and enjoyable, schools need to...
The second phase of the new Arle Court Transport Hub, a state-of-the-art park-and-ride facility in Cheltenham, has been completed. The site now hosts a brand-new, multi-storey car park and bus...
UK fire crews play a vital role in saving lives – so the design of their station facilities has to work hard to minimise any further risks. ...
The community benefits of local authority (LA) leisure facilities extend far beyond sport. Ranging from supporting health and wellbeing to enabling social cohesion, cultural enrichment and economic stimulation, the community...
The education landscape is evolving in response to changing demands, the need to modernise existing buildings impacted by issues like RAAC and the push for more sustainable, futureproof facilities....
A brand-new specialist school for pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs has been completed in Shepshed, Leicestershire, offering facilities for students aged four to sixteen....
Ruth MacEachern, Product Manager at EnviroVent, looks at how social housing providers can meet current and future ventilation requirements....
Hosting major sporting events provides cities with huge opportunities to invest in their communities and make a name for themselves globally. But with this opportunity comes great responsibility, particularly in...
Creating inclusive and welcoming interiors is not just about developing an aesthetic; it’s about building a real understanding of how people use and interact within their spaces, both as individuals...
With research continuously highlighting the positive effect that an office design can have on employee satisfaction, productivity and retention, it’s no surprise that more employers are looking to enhance their...
Stanton Williams’ £21m Young’s Court development at Emmanuel College delivers exemplary new student facilities, promoting interaction, collaboration and sociability....
Changes in safety legislation have led to multiple new guidelines, which govern the way in which buildings are constructed and maintained. The Building Safety Act, brought into law in April...
TR19® Air, published by the BESA, provides a clear specification for professional cleaning of ventilation systems. Gary Nicholls, MD of Swiftclean and Co-Author of both TR19® Air and TR19® Grease,...
Robert Walton, Chief Product and Engineering Officer at Constructionline, debunks four myths around the recently-announced PPN 03/24 and what it means for procurement processes....
In the heart of Knaresborough, a historic market town nestled in north Yorkshire, the local swimming pool has long been a beloved community facility. Originally built in 1990 and last...
SAP calculations are obligatory for new-build homes to comply with Building Regulations. Chris O’Kane, Technical Director of SIG’s 360 Team, explains how they are used to develop cost-effective housing solutions....
