All Features articles – Page 217
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FeaturesAgenda 15 draft manifesto
Building’s draft manifesto for construction for the next parliament is now online for consultation here - and we want you to let us know what you think
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FeaturesSketch of the week: the recession rollercoaster
This week’s #buildingdoodle sketch is by Soham De, an architectural assistant and urban designer at architecture and design firm Paul Davis + Partners
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FeaturesParty time
As we approach the last party conference season before the general election, Building offers a guide to where each party stands on construction issues
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FeaturesWhat to specify: Doors and windows
As one door closes, another opens - or call it a window of opportunity: this week we offer an abundance of products to brighten up your outlook on life …
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FeaturesThis week in 2009
Five years ago Building spoke to the graduates struggling to find work in the sector
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FeaturesAgenda 15: The next phase
As the party conference season approaches, Building is now ready to unveil the next stage of its Agenda 15 campaign to create a manifesto for construction for the next parliament.
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FeaturesThe class of 2014: Consultants and engineers
What made our consultants and engineers choose construction and what can we learn from them about recruiting new talent?
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FeaturesInfographic: All eyes on Scotland
This week’s infographic looks at the impact of a Scottish vote in favour of independence
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FeaturesGlobal infrastructure: Aviation
What can cost, time and functional metrics tell you about delivering a capital programme in the aviation sector? David Crewe of Turner Townsend explains why it makes sense to reach beyond the traditional measures of development efficiency
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FeaturesThe class of 2014: Architects
What made our architects choose construction and what can we learn from them about recruiting new talent?
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FeaturesThe class of 2014: Contractors and housebuilders
What made our contractors and housebuilders choose construction and what can we learn from them about recruiting new talent?
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FeaturesCPD 23 2014: High-performance insulation for curtain wall facades
The facade is one of the key elements governing the thermal performance of office buildings, which can be undermined by large expanses of glazing. This CPD module, sponsored by Dow Corning, examines two solutions
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FeaturesSouth Bank Tower: Coming out on top
Faced with the task of adding an extra 11 storeys to its structure, the engineering team working on London’s South Bank Tower have found a way to extend its height without additional foundations or a dramatic redesign
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FeaturesInterview: Andrew Davies
When Andrew Davies, Wates’ chief executive, goes to the board next month it will be to tell them how he intends to double turnover at the £1bn family firm. But don’t expect a revolution
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FeaturesSketch of the week: Almaty
This week’s #buildingdoodle sketch is by architect Mike Oades at Atomik Architecture.
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FeaturesThis week in 2004
Building gives its architectural review of the new Scottish Parliament building in Holyrood
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FeaturesThin end of the wedge
The Cheesegrater does more than any other skyscraper to open itself up to the public, but it’s shame it merely adds to the chaos of London’s skyline
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FeaturesCPD 22 2014: Introduction to acetylated engineered wood panel products
Acetylated wood panels can offer improved durability and moisture resistance compared to traditional MDF. This module, sponsored by Medite Tricoya Extreme, outlines their key advantages and uses
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FeaturesInternational costs 2014
Economic recovery and a strong pound seem to have seen a big move for the UK in EC Harris’ annual rankings