Tomorrow is September! Summer has been awesome, but I have to say it will be great when kids go back
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Tomorrow is September! Summer has been awesome, but I have to say it will be great when kids go back to school over this week and next. It should herald a return to normality (whatever that will look like) and, like every other September, a renewed sense of getting back to business. There has been lots of positive news over recent weeks and long may it continue and see the industry return to full health!
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In Liverpool, Everton Football club are looking at an early 2021 start date for their new £500m stadium. |
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Modular construction: The answer to homelessness and the downturn
Richard Hyams, founder and director of astudio, explores the benefits of modular construction, accommodation and sustainability in a post-pandemic world
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Industry takes step towards adopting Modern Methods of Construction methods
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How has shopping changed over the past 100 years? A look at the evolution of retail
From malls and big-box stores to online delivery and mall redevelopment: Here’s how the retail landscape has evolved—and where it’s likely headed.
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Architects hope to tear down garden fences of England's future homes
Finalists in design contest plan communal gardens to boost social integration on estates
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Six shortlisted for Government home of the future
Best designs will be built on Homes England land
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Project of the Year (£20m-£50m): finalists
Hydrock: The Wave The Wave is a uniquely engineered inland surf destination. Designed to be safe and accessible to everyone, it has distinct areas for
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Turner & Townsend lands project and cost management role on Meridian Water
Council to announce main contractor shortly
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Trio of big consultants bag spots on £690m public sector framework
Deal is set to run for four years
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£200m to Transform College Buildings
More than 180 further education institutes will receive a share of £200 million to repair and refurbish their buildings and campuses
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Covid-19 delays London Super Sewer 9 months
£233m social distancing cost pushes project budget above £4.1bn
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How the Construction Industry Is Resuming Amid COVID-19
It’s fair to say that 2020 has so far been a very turbulent year for everyone on the planet. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our way of living has changed
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In this episode I am joined by Wayne Fletcher; the founder of a relatively new consultancy based out of Sheffield. This is a great episode for anyone thinking about setting up their own consultancy business; Wayne gives an honest take on the challenges of setting up a business including lessons learnt but also gives positive encouragement to those thinking of doing so
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This weeks first article looks at 3D-printed buildings from soil - high-tech and eco-friendly!
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Scientists create 3D-printed buildings from soil
Scientists create 3D-printed buildings from soil | Green building | The Guardian
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BIM software shows the future
There is little doubt the post-Covid ‘new normal’ will see the rapid growth of digital technology in construction – with BIM at its very heart
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World’s seventh tallest building comes to life with BIM
World’s seventh tallest building comes to life with BIM Article page | Construction Global
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The Era of Smart Cities
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Construction take-up of wearable tech on the rise
Wearable technology, such as smart helmets and smart watches, is increasingly being adopted by the usually traditional construction industry, as it looks to improve the safety of workers and quickly identify site risks, a report states.
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Net zero by 2050 – the race is on
The UK’s response to economic damage post-Covid should be focused on net zero targets, to build back greener as well as better.
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Construction waste: The importance of recycling in construction
Construction waste accounts for approximately a third of all waste generated in the EU, including materials such as concrete, plastic, metals, and glass
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Build back better? No, let's build back smarter and take carbon out of construction
If we want to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050, we need to build back smarter and focus on construction.
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Construction Complete at First All Timber Building
BAM are pleased to announce that construction has completed on the brand-new King’s Cross Sports hall, a community sports centre and gym
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Net-zero carbon for construction first
Developer Gazeley achieves milestone on Magna Park warehouse build
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How airships could provide the future of green transport
The UK is a leader in the airship revival, going head to head with France in an escalating global race
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Seville campus is first to receive LEED platinum award
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The global round-up for this week.
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Photos reveals Foster + Partners "floating" Apple Marina Bay Sands store
Instagram users have posted images of the soon-to-open Apple Marina Bay Sands designed by Foster + Partners that has been built off-shore in Singapore
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New York’s Brooklyn Bridge Forest project has been revealed
New York’s Brooklyn Bridge Forest project has been revealed Article page | Construction Global
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UAE construction giants consider merger
Two of Abu Dhabi’s largest contractors are reported to be considering a merger
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Tesla to build world’s largest energy storage facility
Electric vehicle giant Tesla partners with Pacific Gas & Electric to boost utility-scale battery storage
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Balfour’s Gammon JV wins £1.3bn HK airport deal
Gammon wins largest ever contract to expand Hong Kong airport’s terminal 2
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Many of this week’s articles refer to working remotely, with the children set to return to school in the coming weeks, will we see a surge in people also returning to the office?
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Back To School: 5 Easy Ways To Manage Your Business And School Children And Still Be Productive
How working moms can thrive in their career while maintaining a work life balance when the kids are schooling from home.
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Try this strategy to eliminate Zoom fatigue and help teams collaborate
Managers need to keep their teams well connected, as there is an extremely strong correlation between collaboration and productivity.
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4 ways to squeeze in social time while working remotely
Seeking out casual interactions may be the one remote work habit we’re neglecting.
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Social media has changed the way we live our lives and it might be affecting your well-being
5 ways you can use social media in your favor
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Why you’re feeling work-from-home burnout—and what can be done
As the pandemic drags on, many remote workers are reporting feeling drained. Here’s what some employers—and employees—are doing to feel better.
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Have a great week everyone!
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