Rockwool questions fire tests

Rockwool has cast doubts over the value of government fire tests in the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy. And the insulation giant is calling for a simplification of the
Posted on September 12, 2017

Refurb work fuels hiring surge

Construction companies are trying to hire staff at their fastest rate for more than a decade. But a lack of skilled workers means many vacancies could go unfilled. The latest
Posted on September 12, 2017

New Orders in Construction Fall to the Lowest in Three Years

ONS figures published today show that construction output in July fell by 0.9% and was 0.4% lower compared with one year earlier. In addition, new orders in Q2 declined 7.8%
Posted on September 8, 2017

Traditional sash windows, modern energy performance

Large, timber-framed sash windows are one of the most recognisable and desirable features of Georgian architecture, but they are also well known for their poor energy performance. This was the
Posted on September 8, 2017
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TCP Ecolite-TH200 provides a shining example at Hydrogen Hack


TCP (Taylor Construction Plant Ltd) demonstrated its state-of-the-art Ecolite-TH200 lighting tower to the next generation of young engineers and programmers taking part in the world’s first ever hydrogen fuel cell
Posted on September 7, 2017

Novus delivers dynamic electric testing service

In the last 12 months, Novus Property Solutions has completed electrical testing and associated repairs for more than six thousand properties managed by a national social housing provider at locations
Posted on September 5, 2017

Hoxton Penthouse Renovation Demonstrates Timeless Appeal in Contemporary Design

Light, airy interiors are in and one of the latest renovation projects in trendy Hoxton, East London, is demonstrating how contemporary designs can capture a modern yet timeless looking that’s
Posted on September 6, 2017

Lendlease nets £1bn Tottenham regen scheme

Lendlease has been recommended as the preferred bidder for the role of longterm development partner for the £1bn High Road West scheme in Tottenham. Located next to Tottenham Hotspur’s new
Posted on September 5, 2017

Major regen deal at Mount Pleasant

House builder Taylor Wimpey is showing renewed confidence in the London housing market with a major land deal. The firm has has snapped up a 6.5-acre swathe of land at
Posted on September 5, 2017

Restoration for Ram Brewery

Chinese developer Greenland Group has gained planning for phase 3 of its £600m redevelopment of the historic 4.5-acre Ram Brewery site in south London. Phase 3 of the redevelopment of
Posted on September 5, 2017