UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

But, your specific approach mattersa homeowner who extends but salvages and recycles materials may create less environmental impact than someone who remodels and sends all waste to landfill. Preservation of Character : Renovation allows you to maintain the historical significance and unique charm of your property.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Property Management 52

BDC Network

JULY 6, 2023

The responsibility of adapting historic university buildings 0 qpurcell Thu, 07/06/2023 - 10:44 Adaptive Reuse Shepley Bulfinch's David Whitehill, AIA, believes the adaptive reuse of historic university buildings is not a matter of sentimentality but of practicality, progress, and preservation.

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Green Building 52

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.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

The use of oak, a timeless and traditional material, introduces a sense of history and warmth, blending well with both modern and classic design schemes. The choice of material plays a pivotal role in both the aesthetics and the longevity of the extension. Space Optimisation Optimising space within an oak frame extension is paramount.

Property Management 64

Property Management Building Materials Material Storage Building Design 64

Building Information Management

MAY 19, 2016

Limited combustible” means rigid materials or assemblies that have fire hazard ratings not exceeding 25 for flame spread and 150 for smoke development when tested in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials, Test E 84, Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.

Land Use Regulations 40

Land Use Regulations Fire Protection System Installation Property Management Fire Protection Systems 40

Building Information Management

MAY 19, 2016

Limited combustible” means rigid materials or assemblies that have fire hazard ratings not exceeding 25 for flame spread and 150 for smoke development when tested in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials, Test E 84, Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.

Land Use Regulations 40

Land Use Regulations Fire Protection System Installation Property Management Fire Protection Systems 40

Business Facilities

JULY 15, 2014

The food processing industry works to convert raw materials, such as grains, dairy products and meats, to processed food. The time it would take to cook a meal consisting only of raw materials would be much too long for the busy lives of most Americans. This aids in long-distance transportation as well as long-time storage.

Building Products Distribution 64

Building Products Distribution Building Materials Manufacturing Infrastructure Development Controls Manufacturing 64