UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

These systems are used in both residential and commercial projects due to their strength and flexibility. One of the most notable is their ability to be prefabricated, meaning components can be constructed off-site. Quick Assembly : Prefabrication helps reduce construction timelines. This leads to shorter build times on-site.

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Granger Construction

APRIL 15, 2025

Since joining the construction industry in 2023 as Granger Construction’s Drone Manager, Nick Ross has significantly elevated the capabilities and contributions of the firm’s in-house Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) program. As luck would have it, he contracted to shoot aerial photography for one of Granger’s projects.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

In this article, we will learn how sustainable masonry lowers construction expenses over time, the best materials and techniques to use, and why accurate masonry estimation plays a crucial role in budgeting for eco-friendly projects. It minimizes waste and inefficiencies, optimizing the projects long-term financial impact.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

Understanding modern construction trends and how local conditions influence execution is crucial for success in todays built environment.Technological Innovations Reshaping the Industry Technology is playing an increasingly vital role in construction, enabling improved precision, reduced costs, and faster project timelines.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 22, 2025

One of the most effective ways to make construction projects greener is to apply the three Rs of sustainability: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. Modular design or prefabricated components further support this approach by generating less debris during installation. Reusability doesnt have to be limited to a single project.

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ENR Construction

JULY 7, 2025

We’re also seeing clients place greater emphasis on sustainable construction, efficiency, prefabrication and modular construction—areas where we’ve made significant progress,” says Michael C. Schulze Surgical and Critical Care Center project, slated for completion in 2026. Sheryl Van Anne, Vice President and General Manager, M.A.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

This comprehensive guide will explore everything you need to know about lodge construction, from initial design concepts to final installation, helping you make informed decisions about your next building project. FSC-certified wood ensures forests are managed sustainably, making timber lodges an excellent choice for eco-minded customers.

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Jonas Construction

JANUARY 30, 2024

Innovations, economic uncertainty, construction workforce shortages , and other factors have forced service and construction companies to change the way they work and deliver their projects. Drones can improve safety, efficiency, and cost savings by reducing the need for manual inspections and providing valuable data for project management.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

The construction industry is shifting toward more efficient project delivery methods, and Design-Build has emerged as one of the most effective approaches. This integration minimizes risks, optimizes costs, and enhances project efficiency. In contrast, design-build enables parallel workflows.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2024

We were given less than two months to design and install a two room modular data centre with a cooling infrastructure, which would be installed on a ground slab and connected to the on-site transformer station, explained Dushy Goonawardhane, managing director at STULZ Modular.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Photos courtesy Intertek Following reports of difficulty managing interior temperatures in a medical office at Level 3 of a new high-rise clad in unitized curtain wall, diagnostic testing revealed air leakage sites at stack joints and within column enclosures exasperated by some stack effect. Author Matthew Ridgway, P.E.,

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 27, 2025

The UK construction industry is a vibrant, ever-evolving force, driving the nations growth through ambitious infrastructure projects, innovative building techniques, and a steadfast commitment to sustainability. From towering urban developments to sprawling rural projects, the sector is as dynamic as it is critical.

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Construction Daily News

APRIL 15, 2025

million loan for an ambitious Habitat for Humanity housing project in north Novato that warrants closer examination not just for what it builds, but for what it reveals about the complex mechanics of affordable housing development. The Financial Architecture Behind Affordable Housing The Novato project’s numbers tell a compelling story.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 6, 2025

Walsh and design partner WSP will begin work on the $339-million design-build project next month, according to the Rhode Island Dept. mllion project for the Illinois and Missouri Depts. is scheduled to be completed in November 2028 By Jim Parsons The Washington Bridge In Providence, R.I. Photo courtesy of Rhode Island Dept.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

However, there is no doubt that construction projects are now very complex, and because of the interests of multiple stakeholders, they usually come with tight deadlines and the need to overcome numerous logistical hurdles. These devices monitor the crews vital signs, can detect falls, and alert site managers in case of emergencies.

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For Construction Pros

JULY 21, 2025

bubutu - stock.adobe.com Concrete contractors in 2025 are facing a perfect storm of challenges that are reshaping how work gets done on-site, impacting project timelines, budgets, and workforce stability. With an aging workforce and fewer younger workers entering the trade, contractors are stretched thin across projects.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

Poirier The 964-bed student housing project in Arcata, Calif., That was the most important directive for the project team on Cal Poly Humboldt’s $195-million student housing project when planning first began in 2022. After two years of construction, the project—Hinarr Hu Moulik East & West Student Housing at St.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

In todays news, it has been decided upon by the Australian corporation that it will sell up its building projects in the United States and divest itself of its activities in the United Kingdom as part of a new strategy for commercial enterprise. commercial enterprise. billion; however, the exact amount was not released.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 7, 2025

The next iteration will provide more actionable resources, including incentive and rebate updates, detailed municipal guidance, design considerations around prefabrication and assembly, as well as access to a clickable materials marketplace. <p>The </p>

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Prefabrication is another common approach: components are manufactured on land and then transported to the site for assembly. These systems must regulate air pressure, provide oxygen, and manage carbon dioxide levels. This method reduces the risks associated with underwater work and improves overall efficiency.

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For Construction Pros

JULY 18, 2025

aboutmomentsimages - stock.adobe.com Marianna Kopsida, PhD, industry manager - IMF & Vertical Construction at Trimble, shares her insight into the state of the concrete industry and the challenges contractors are managing daily. Contractors have responded by accelerating the adoption of technology and optimizing project planning.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 6, 2025

AIA Photos courtesy Serge Ferrari Group As the world grapples with the increasingly extreme impacts of climate change, architects and builders continue to prioritize materials and building techniques that help manage the effects of wind, rain, flooding, and fires. Author David Peragallo, assoc.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

Poirier The 964-bed student housing project in Arcata, Calif., That was the most important directive for the project team on Cal Poly Humboldt’s $195-million student housing project when planning first began in 2022. After two years of construction, the project—Hinarr Hu Moulik East & West Student Housing at St.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2025

Smart home systems are becoming integral to eco-friendly living, allowing homeowners to monitor and manage their energy use in real-time. Across Alaska, developers are working to establish neighborhoods that support eco-friendly practices, from shared green spaces to community solar projects.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 2, 2025

“This project showcases how mass timber can transform commercial construction ,” says Nick Milestone, SVP at Mercer Mass Timber. “We look forward to leading more projects that showcase mass timbers potential.” “We look forward to leading more projects that showcase mass timbers potential.”

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 16, 2025

Net-zero is the primary objective necessary for climate management. Therefore, industry associations, independent researchers, and nonprofit organizations are backing these decarbonization and retrofit strategies with data, training, and financing to ease the learning curve and project deployment.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 9, 2025

They manufacture drainage solutions including gullies, floor channels and traps that help manage water and waste run-off, especially in outdoor or semi-enclosed zones. Their addition of plastic tote bins and other accessories makes them a good fit for highly organised, process-driven construction projects.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 9, 2025

Several infrastructure projects are underway across 57 of 1,190 islands situated southwest of Sri Lanka and India on the Indian Ocean. Current projects include the revised master plan for Hulhumalé, 8 km northeast from the capital of Male and built on 468 hectares of reclaimed land.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 5, 2025

Appearance, lighting requirements, energy performance, structural performance, ventilation capability, and egress requirements play a role in selecting the most appropriate type of skylight for a project. Prefabricated steel and aluminum roof curbs can also be used. However, this should be stipulated in the project specifications.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Key Takeaways Manchester United is building the UK’s largest football stadium with a 100,000-seat capacity on land adjacent to Old Trafford, designed by Foster + Partners as part of a £2 billion regeneration project set to complete by 2030-31. The project promises significant economic benefits with Oxford Economics projecting £7.3

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The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

Costain previously constructed the Stublach solution mining plant near to the planned hydrogen storage facility The Keuper gas storage project (KGSP) is an underground hydrogen storage facility in Northwich, Cheshire. It will consist of 19 salt caverns together with hydrogen treatment, compression, dehydration and transfer facilities.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

The wider project team also includes Iceni Projects as planning consultant and Etive Engineers as structural and civil engineer. Equally, this project reflects our strong confidence in the city’s future and we’re proud to play a role in helping to future-proof Glasgow as a global destination for education and innovation.”

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Construction Dive

JUNE 18, 2025

Amid concerns of a data center slowdown or even a bubble, contractors on the ground are still buried in early-stage activity and navigating more project complexity than ever. Meanwhile, planning on these projects has largely bolstered overall construction planning this year, according to Dodge Construction Network.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Oak framed orangery kits represent a revolutionary approach to premium home extensions, delivering complete prefabricated packages designed specifically for self-assembly orangeries. This approach maximizes cost savings while providing the satisfaction of a hands-on self-build project that creates a genuine sense of accomplishment.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Toll Brothers is acting as managing member and development lead for the project, overseeing approvals, design, construction, and sales. Bank OZK is delighted to finance another project for a quality sponsor like Toll Brothers and its partner Daiwa House,” said Dave Sarner, Managing Director of Originations at Bank OZK.

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The Construction Index

JUNE 18, 2025

He added: “We are focused on what we can control, and we will continue to manage our cost base and balance our investment decisions through the economic cycle. He added: “We are focused on what we can control, and we will continue to manage our cost base and balance our investment decisions through the economic cycle. Got a story?

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The Construction Index

JUNE 17, 2025

He has spent much of his career in insurance and was latterly a managing director of pensions management company Just Group. Costain to design underground hydrogen storage facililty 2 hours Engie-subsidiary Storengy UK has commissioned Costain to design its planned Keuper gas storage project.

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