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Unlocking the potential of pickleball and padel courts

CCR Magazine

As cities face challenges with limited land availability and increasing demand for recreational and entertainment facilities, adaptive reuse has emerged as a cost-effective, sustainable solution. Adaptive reuse refers to repurposing existing structures or land for a use different from its original intent. Cities across the U.S.

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The Complete Guide to Real Estate Construction Management

UK Construction Blog

Sustainability is also a big focus; new rules in the EU require all new buildings to be zero-emission by 2030. While green buildings cost more to build, they can cut long-term operating costs by up to 40%. Builders are also using prefabricated methods to save time and reduce waste.

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Building Smarter: The Role of Modern Architecture in the Future of UK Construction

UK Construction Blog

The post Building Smarter: The Role of Modern Architecture in the Future of UK Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The UK construction industry is undergoing a transformative shift — one where innovation, sustainability, and collaboration are reshaping how we build our homes, offices, and public spaces.

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Biodiversity and Development: How to Build Without Destroying Ecosystems

CCR Magazine

What strategies can we use to advance human development while protecting the planet’s diverse ecosystems? Development that protects and values biodiversity can be achieved through renewable resources combined with green building methods and community involvement.

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The Value of Kit Homes in the Australian Market

UK Construction Blog

These pre-manufactured or modular homes offer a flexible and often more affordable way to build, without sacrificing design or quality. Simply put, a kit home is a home or building delivered as a package of pre-cut, pre-engineered materials and components. What Exactly Are Kit Homes? Why Are Kit Homes Growing in Popularity?

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LEED v5 Lands in Canada: Insights and Reactions from Across the Industry

Stok

Last week the Stok team joined leaders across the green building industry in Vancouver for the Canada Green Building Council’s Building Lasting Change conference, which marked the official launch of LEED v5 in Canada. Thomas Mueller, CEO, CAGBC addresses the crowd at CAGBC’s Building Lasting Change conference.

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Article 4 Direction: What Property Owners Need to Know Before Converting

UK Construction Blog

Common restrictions include domestic alterations, change of use conversions, external modifications, and temporary structures that would otherwise fall under permitted development rights. Ever wondered why your neighbour needed planning permission for a simple extension while you didn’t? The answer might lie in an Article 4 Direction.