Work has started on the transformation of a landmark building, Fairfax House, in Leeds city centre’s Arena Quarter, into a major new residential development consisting of 168 apartments. Fairfax House, on the corner of Merrion Street and Wade Lane, is… Continue Reading →

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has completed its trilogy of free guides designed to help building owners and managers turn their buildings into ‘safe havens’ that protect occupants from health risks linked to airborne contaminants and viruses. ‘Buildings as… Continue Reading →

Winner of both the Gold Award and the Education and Public Sector category of the Wood Awards 2021, Magdalene College Library in Cambridge is a striking example of sympathetic design, beautiful materials and careful craftsmanship. Built alongside the Grade I… Continue Reading →

Youngsters at a Solihull school will be able to further explore the great outdoors this summer – thanks to a donation from a leading builders merchant.   St Patrick’s Primary C of E Academy, based on Salter Street in Earlswood,… Continue Reading →

The Palace of Westminster’s Victoria Tower Fabric Safety Project will hit an early milestone this week with the publication of the market engagement documents, which will inform the project’s procurement process.   The exterior masonry of Victoria Tower, which is… Continue Reading →

Brett Landscaping played a key role in the completion of Crystal Palace’s new £20m academy and training ground when they were able to offer the best product with the shortest lead time. The leading independent concrete paving manufacturer was selected… Continue Reading →

International engineering, design and project management business Stantec has acquired Barton Willmore, the UK’s leading independent planning and design consultancy, in a deal advised on by the GS Verde Group. The deal underpins Stantec’s strategic growth plans, enhancing its offering… Continue Reading →

ilke Homes’ plans to deliver 140 factory-built affordable homes in Hastings approved by council. • Sustainable development to help local council tackle climate emergency while speeding up the delivery of much-needed affordable housing • News follows announcement from October 2021… Continue Reading →