Energy Conservation Historic Preservation Maintenance 
Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
PROTECTING unique architectural elements, one of London’s Grade II listed buildings has undergone a condition and sustainability survey to preserve its 140-year-old heritage. Following the survey, Pick Everard grouped the recommended remediations into projects that can be delivered while the tenancy is empty to ensure minimal disruption.
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 24, 2025
This blog delves into the overlap of clean energy and planning controls. However, conventional air conditioning systems are energy-hungry and typically use fossil fuels. The UK is a country that wants to be a world leader in renewable energy. Such systems could interfere with original materials or wreck historic interiors.
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UK Construction Blog
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Yet, regardless of location, preserving these classic windows is essential to maintaining the architectural integrity and aesthetics of period properties. Though aesthetically pleasing and traditional, wood is prone to decay, warping, and infestation, particularly when maintenance has been inadequate.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The building’s strategic design includes a 35 percent targeted reduction in potable water use through efficient fixtures and equipment, a 25 percent targeted reduction in energy costs with a focus on thermal performance and optimal heating, and a 360-panel floating solar array to name a few. ladder truck, fire engine and ambulance.
Specification Product Update
JULY 30, 2024
Although Heworth House is not listed, it does lie within the Heworth conservation area, which is designed to protect the special architectural or historic interest of the buildings. This obligation to preserve the unique and distinctive environment played an important part in the conversion.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 20, 2025
In regions facing water restrictions or escalating utility costs, this conservation translates directly to operational savings that can reach six figures annually for larger properties. The value proposition extends beyond simple resource conservation.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 16, 2024
By David Hohenstern Photo by Dean Riggott/courtesy Sto Corp A renovation can be triggered by a wide range of factors: water intrusion issues, delaminating exterior finishes, cold walls, and new fire and energy performance regulations. Also, energy codes require different degrees of exterior wall thermal performance.
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