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EXCLUSIVE: Whitehall review into summer riots will not be published

An internal Whitehall review into the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government's response to the recent far-right violence will not be published.

• General Construction

Cautious Optimism as Q3 New Home Registrations Increase 40%

Publish date: Wed, 13 November 2024

FIGURES RELEASED TODAY show 28,724 new homes were registered to be built in Q3 2024, up 40% on Q3 2023 (20,449) and running level with Q2 2024 (29,093) according to the National House Building...

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£2m RAAC Roof Replacement Tender to be Reissued after No Responses

Publish date: Wed, 13 November 2024

A £2m contract for RAAC roof replacement on West Lothian council homes will go out to tender again after the first tender received no bids. The first tender issued in the summer for the roof...

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Dubai’s first aerial taxi vertiport construction secures approval

Publish date: Wed, 13 November 2024

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and chair of Dubai's executive council, has approved the construction of Dubai's first aerial taxi vertiport.

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Tertiary students can apply for NHT’s construction scholarships

Publish date: Wed, 13 November 2024

… with an interest inconstructionand other related … careers in Civil Engineering,Construction Management, Architecture, Urban Planning, … the future of theconstructionindustry. By...

• Engineering

Alberta introduces online tool aimed at speeding up home construction cutting red tape

Publish date: Wed, 13 November 2024

… portal aimed at reducing housingconstructiondelays, but some say the … to the permit process andbuilding codeinterpretations, which can add months … interpret the same line ofbuilding...

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Caltechs new Resnick Sustainability Center gets scientific from the outside in

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

anchor Photo: Michael Moran, courtesy of Cannon Design Caltech’s new Resnick Sustainability Center (RSC) has opened after the completion of an 80,000-square-foot design produced by...

• Architectural

Modular Construction Market: Revolutionizing the Building Industry | Says Evolve Business Intelligence

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

The Modular Construction Market, valued at USD 86.24 billion in 2023, is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.21% from 2023 to 2033 INDIA, November 13, 2024...

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54.9 Percent of Construction Capital Repairs and Maintenance Completed in Local Areas

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

… follows:Construction, capital … , andresidential constructionworks in …constructionssuch as roads, bridges, dams, etc. Residentialbuilding: Construction…construction:...

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Strategic plan for long-term energy infrastructure

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

The location for new energy infrastructure will be set out in a strategic plan to speed up the transition away from fossil fuels and accelerate the government’s clean energy superpower mission.The...

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Arab Countries Drive Civil Construction

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

… multiple sectors, includingcivil construction, the Arab Brazilian … during the seminar“ExploringCivil constructionOpportunities in the United … to Mizuta, theconstructionindustry in Arab...

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True placemaking is about so much more than just a numbers game. King’s Cross is a prime example…

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

As the government seeks to develop mechanisms to deliver 1.5 million homes, the inclusion of the King’s Cross master plan on this year’s Stirling Prize shortlist was a timely reminder that...

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Cost of construction rises up to 11% annually in 2024 across real estate segments

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

… October 2024, theresidential constructionsector experienced an year … costs has stretchedconstructionbudgets and impacted … procurement of essentialconstructionmaterials to mitigate … ...

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United Utilities advertises £170M ground investigation framework

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

United Utilities has advertised a ground investigations framework to support its construction activity during AMP8 (2025-2030) and AMP9 (2030-2035).The postUnited Utilities advertises £170M ground...

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Why we need to accelerate electrification for decarbonisation and growth

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

The UK government must increase expenditure to accelerate electrification supply or risk losing out on global net zero economic opportunity, argues Yselkla Farmer, CEO of BEAMA.The postWhy we need to...

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Paribu Launches International Digital Asset Custody for Institutions

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

Since 2017, Türkiye’s leading crypto company, Paribu, has catered to over 7 million users. Now, with Paribu Custody, it offers institutional clients worldwide secure digital asset storage and...

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€5m funding to Construct Innovate for housing research

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

Ireland’s Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage, in cooperation with the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment, has secured and awarded €5m to Construct Innovate’s research...

• House Building

The Contemporary Kitchen- An Outstanding Example

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

Images: Totem Designs House Laskarides, in the Neighbourhood, Linksfield, aims to be an outstanding example of a contemporary kitchen. Its design is…The postThe Contemporary Kitchen- An Outstanding...

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Property Expert Nicky Greer Hosts New Networking Event in Liverpool

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

Property Lease Option specialist Nicky Greer is joining forces with United Kingdom Property Network to host a new monthly networking event in Liverpool city centre, launching this January. This event...

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Infrastructure to get £80bn boost from public sector pensions

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

New "megafunds" will invest in UK construction projects

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Commercial Design Trends 2025: The Future of Interior Spaces

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

Modern workplaces are increasingly focused on fostering collaboration, social interaction, and building connections. This shift is a response to hybrid working practices, evolving technology, and a...

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Sadiq Khan blames lack of funding as £4.1billion affordable housing programme stalls

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

London Mayor says more support still needed despite Rachel Reeves giving the capital an extra £100m

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ATOME appoints construction engineer for Paraguay green fertiliser…

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

ATOME PLC (AIM:ATOM), a green fertiliser project developer, has selected Switzerland-based Casale as the engineering, procurement, and construction contractor for its 145-megawatt Villeta project in...

• Engineering

Baccarat Walts by Lo Fang Ming Wins Bronze in A’ Interior Design Awards

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

Baccarat Walts Lo Fang Ming’s Exceptional Residential Apartment Design Recognized for Its Artistic Use of Crystal Elements and Innovative Space Optimization COMO, CO, ITALY, November 14, 2024...

• General Construction

Terrace to The Sky by Chinhua Huang Wins Bronze in A’ Interior Design Awards

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

Terrace to The Sky Innovative Residence Design Recognized for Excellence in Interior Space and Exhibition Design COMO, CO, ITALY, November 14, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — The A’ Design Award, a...

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Yunda Riverside by Hunan Yunda Sirui Architectural Design Wins Bronze in A’ Interior Design Awards

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

Yunda Riverside Hunan Yunda Sirui Architectural Design Receives Prestigious Recognition for Exceptional Interior Design Project COMO, CO, ITALY, November 14, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — The A’...

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Yunda Riverside by Hunan Yunda Sirui Architectural Design Wins Bronze in A Interior Design Awards

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

Hunan Yunda Sirui Architectural Design Receives Prestigious Recognition for Exceptional Interior Design Project COMO, CO, ITALY, November 14, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The A'...

• Architectural

Asif Khan boardwalk paves the way to new docklands district

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

The 4m-wide timber structure is also the first permanent part of British Land and pension fund AustralianSuper’s wider £4 billion development around the waterside plot in Southwark. This planned...

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Cityscape Global 2024 – Roger Fatovic Executive Director Project Delivery – ROSHN GROUP

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

In an exclusive conversation, Roger Fatovic provides insights into ROSHN's ongoing development plans and projectsThe postCityscape Global 2024 – Roger Fatovic, Executive Director Project...

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New dynamic duo to direct Africa’s biggest design and decor show

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

The brilliant minds of Alan Hayward and Garreth van Niekerk will catapult…The postNew dynamic duo to direct Africa’s biggest design and decor showappeared first onSA Building Review.

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