UK Construction Blog

MARCH 20, 2025

The post Navigating the UKs 2025 Building Regs: What Contractors Need to Know appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Points The 2025 UK Building Regulations, under the Future Homes Standard, aim to reduce carbon emissions from new homes by 75-80% compared to 2013 standards, focusing on energy efficiency and low-carbon heating.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

The post Timber Framing Design: Complete Guide to Traditional Structural Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. But timber framing design flips this approach entirely, requiring architects and engineers to plan every detail months before the first timber is cut. What is Timber Framing Design?

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

The post Navigating London’s Party Wall Act: A Construction Professional’s Guide appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The Party Wall Act 1996 remains one of the most misunderstood aspects of London construction projects. Many contractors discover party wall requirements mid-project, causing expensive delays.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 20, 2025

PREMIER Design + Build Group recently broke ground on the I-84 Logistics Center in Montgomery, New York, marking its first collaboration with developer Ridgecut Road. The facility will include a 3,000 amp, three-phase, 277-480 volt electric service and an ESFR sprinkler system. </p>

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 2, 2025

Key Takeaways Precast concrete lintels provide essential structural support above windows and doors, distributing weight evenly across surrounding walls whilst offering exceptional durability with lifespans exceeding 50 years. What Are Precast Concrete Lintels?

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

Tran/courtesy Holcim Designed by Handel Architects in collaboration with Steven Winters & Associates, SOCOTEC, and WSP to incorporate Passive House design in its office portion, Winthrop Center in Boston is the worlds largest Passive House-certified office building. What is Passive House?

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. Create a detailed floor plan with these measurements to help visualise potential layouts and identify space constraints.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 27, 2025

Precast concrete is a desirable material for these buildings for a variety of reasons, whether used for walls, floors, and roof panels in a total precast structure or as an enclosure system. While data centers are currently being constructed at a fast pace, they are not a new building type.

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Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 31, 2025

When it comes to heating and cooling in small commercial building additions, remodels, or IT/server rooms, traditional central HVAC systems often fall short. Thats where mini split heating and cooling systems offer a smart, flexible solution. There are many sizes and options to work for a building owners needs.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Heres how you can do it right: Check the Structure Look for cracks in the walls or ceilings. Uneven floors or sticking doors could be a sign of trouble. Evaluate Plumbing and Electrical Systems Test all faucets and fixtures. Evaluate Plumbing and Electrical Systems Test all faucets and fixtures. Inspect the foundation.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 1, 2025

The post Innovative Approaches to Cavity Wall Insulation for Builders appeared first on UK Construction Blog. You’re probably used to standard batt or blown-fibre installs, but fresh regulations and unpredictable weather are nudging you toward smarter cavity wall solutions.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

When you think of high-rise buildings, you might imagine impressive city skylines, luxurious apartments, or bustling office spaces. However, behind the scenes, theres a network of intricate plumbing systems that keep everything running smoothly. It presents unique challenges that require creativity, expertise, and careful planning.

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ENR Construction

JULY 21, 2025

-Tall Tower on Tight Manhattan Site Faced with tight timelines and site constraints, the team crafted a strategy to keep critical concrete pours on a consistent schedule By Bruce Buckley A tight site forced the team to position the crane close to the building and secure it through temporary openings in the facade. ft long.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

With commercial architects and designers emphasizing openness and flexible use of space, elements such as sectional doors are getting much more attention. In response, door manufacturers are developing engineering and design features to serve a broader range of commercial environments. By Heather Bender Photos courtesy Clopay Corp.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 6, 2025

The post Herringbone Vinyl Flooring: The Luxurious Look of Wood Without the Maintenance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Available in various colours and finishesfrom light greys to warm oak tonesthis flooring option works beautifully in both contemporary and traditional interior designs.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

From proper lighting and storage solutions to specialised equipment and flooring options, thoughtful garage improvements create an environment where vehicle care becomes accessible and efficient. An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively.

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Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

To help in this regard, keep reading as we explore some of the most effective strategies for adapting to new building codes in 2025. What to Expect from Building Codes in 2025 As can be expected, standards of excellence are only set to increase in the construction industry in 2025. Regulations can differ widely across the nation.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 10, 2025

Photos courtesy Technical Glass Products (TGP) When designing educational spaces, project teams must meet code-driven requirements such as accessibility and fire safety. In fact, at the end of 2023, two educational design experts from Gensler discussed trends shaping the design and construction of college campuses.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 19, 2025

Integrating plants into buildings isnt just about aestheticsits a crucial strategy for sustainability, human well-being, and energy efficiency. This approach, known as biophilic design , blends natural elements with urban spaces to create healthier and more livable environments. Methods of Integrating Plants into Architecture 1.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2025

These geological phenomena, often overshadowed by more visible risks, pose significant threats to the stability and longevity of buildings. This shrink-swell cycle is most devastating in areas with heavy clay content in the soil as the constant expansion and contraction put much pressure on foundation walls and other structural members.

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For Construction Pros

JULY 14, 2025

It’s important to create clean, vertical edges at the outside of the joint repair to allow the repair material to bond to the joint walls and to clean the joint to the nominal depth of the original sawcut so the repair material has a structural base of support. This is part of a three-part series on spalled concrete joint repair.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

Sustainable design is now essential for businesses aiming to thrive. This technology improves design accuracy and client satisfaction by bringing ideas to life. The use of renewable materials is also gaining momentum, reducing waste and improving building performance.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

This financial framework helps inform design decisions and prevent scope creep as the project progresses. Phase 2: Design Development and Documentation (2-4 Months) Engaging Professionals Assemble your professional team based on project complexity. This is typically obtained through a council or a private certifier.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Container homes provide more design flexibility and start from 24 square metres of living space. This made me look for different ways to build a home. These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. The best part is that container homes take less time to build. Container homes need less space to build.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

This ranges from creating open-plan living areas by removing walls to converting underutilised spaces like lofts into functional rooms. When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. You’re not alone.

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Buildern

JULY 10, 2025

Table of Contents Preconstruction Kickoff Construction Budget Planning Sending Bid Requests Creating an Accurate Project Estimate Preparing a Proposal Risk Management in Construction Project Planning Step 1: Preconstruction Kickoff The first step in the construction project planning is a meeting with the client and the design team.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

The post Epoxy Flooring Birmingham: Durable Solutions for Homes & Businesses appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Epoxy resin flooring has become the go-to choice for Birmingham property owners seeking long-lasting results. This creates a robust surface that adheres effectively to concrete, wood, and even wall surfaces.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 17, 2025

This isn’t an afterthought: it’s a strategic design move that needs precision from permits to jets. Collaborating with structural engineers from the outset ensures the design won’t falter under the pressure, literally. Extractor fans and sealed vapour barriers become essential design elements in these cases.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

A poorly designed addition can look out of place, disrupt the flow of your home, and even lower its curb appeal. Whether youre adding a new bedroom, expanding your kitchen, or creating a sunroom, these tips will help you achieve a cohesive and harmonious design. Take photos and notes to use as a reference when designing your addition.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 12, 2025

Sterling Structural , a leading manufacturer of cost-effective, pre-fabricated mass timber and hybrid structural systems in North America, today announced the availability of a new Mass Timber Mock-up training kit. The kit includes everything needed to construct a mock-up of a small-scale mass timber building.

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Natural Building

JUNE 24, 2025

Barbara Jones is a passionate advocate of building with natural materials and has been a leading exponent of straw-bale construction since the mid-1990s – designing affordable, straw-bale houses. She has designed, built, or trained people to work on more than 300 projects using the material.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 3, 2025

In the realm of light commercial buildings—such as small offices, retail spaces, restaurants, and clinics—efficient and reliable heating is critical for both comfort and productivity. Duct heaters are compact and installed within the air duct system, which then means that they do not require additional floor or wall space.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The post The Art of Modern Staircase Manufacturing: Precision Engineering Meets Bespoke Design appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Carpenters and metalworkers crafted each component by hand, resulting in time-consuming production processes and limited design options.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

There are dozens of boxes to check and considerations to be made when designing and specifying a commercial environment. Flooring is the foundation of any interior, visually and functionally setting the tone for the space. Seams are chemically welded during installation to create a wall-to-wall impermeable moisture barrier.

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