All Building articles in 25 March 2011 – Page 3
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Foil underfoot
Timolean’s underfloor heating was used for a college’s sports facilities in Jersey
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Comment
It's a gas
In regard to your article on the Passivhaus and Decent Homes refurbishments (11 February, page 50) should we expect that only empty properties will be upgraded?
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CommentGrowing pains
It’s Budget week so we have up to the minute analysis of what this year’s Budget means for the construction industry. We also look at the effect the recent events in Japan will have on the nuclear industry and the UK’s new build programme.
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CommentHansom: If you say so
Words take on an extra significance this week as consultants insist they do not ’flee’ global
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NewsInspired by nature
Forbo Flooring systems’ Marmoleum range of linoleum includes colours inspired by landscapes
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CommentUnderstanding nature
The Japanese earthquake and tsunami have reminded us that the environment is core to contemporary architecture. The pity is, we needed reminding
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Once upon a time in the West
We live in turbulent times, with the ascendancy of the East our most direct challenge. But reports of the death of the West have been greatly exaggerated
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NewsPolyflor's pearlescent surface
This homogenous vinyl product is designed for commercial environments and suitable for use in healthcare
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FeaturesSustainability: The power to persuade
Our industry now has a plethora of initiatives to encourage us to build sustainably, either through sanctions or incentives. Has the government has got the balance right?
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Comment
A pollution solution?
Excel Industries is concerned that the consultation on the Code for Sustainable Homes and the energy efficiency standard for zero-carbon homes makes no apparent reference to a review of Category 6 - pollution
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Wrapped in polystyrene
Dow Building Solutions polystyrene product achieves a band of continous insulation around a house
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Weathered stone
Diamond impregnated brushes were used to make Lovell Purbeck’s stone for a church look worn
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NewsTata warns Budget deals 'severe blow'
Steel giant says carbon floor price will make UK steel makers uncompetitive
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NewsNetwork Rail to overhaul £6bn procurement programme
Rail operator looks to cut costs by opening up major projects to leading construction and engineering firms
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CommentBudget planning reforms don't solve the problem
Scrapping of brownfield target exemplies failure to choose between localism and growth
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Nottingham tram extension steps closer to approval
Funding confirmed for phase two extension of Nottingham’s tram network
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Shapps gets public to help decide best new homes
Housing minister orders residents’ input in government housing award
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FeaturesBuilding Awards 2011 shortlist: Harlequin 1
Shortlisted for Building Awards Project of the Year: Sky shows it’s possible to be glamorous and eco-friendly with its already award-winning HQ
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NewsGalliford Try wins £39m riverside project
Scheme on Thames includes luxury and affordable apartments and commercial space