Site Logistics: The Next Frontier in Construction Technology
Digital tools can deliver a new level of site logistics effectiveness that will give your operations a boost not just in the planning stages but throughout a project
Profiles of some of the leading projects in the vertical and horizontal built environments.
Digital tools can deliver a new level of site logistics effectiveness that will give your operations a boost not just in the planning stages but throughout a project
Companies across the construction industry approach their activities differently, depending on the products and services they offer. Business models vary, from general construction offerings to specialisms. What is important is the ability to adapt and change as economic circumstances dictate.
Transforming a scenic pocket of rural Romania into a truly immersive fairytale-inspired experience required old-world construction techniques even modern-day contractors will appreciate
Built spoke with Madhu Manoj, founding principal architect of Monsoon Collective, about building with place in mind and the ways the aesthetics of classical Indian architecture impacts his practice
Bluebeam is increasingly being used by public sector organisations in the U.S. Built UK spoke to the supervising building inspector for plan reviews for Merced County in California about why his team made the switch to Bluebeam and what the software has done to transform the way his team can respond to the needs of local people.
The design approach that grew from the slow food movement emphasises functional and beautiful spaces that prioritise sustainability and an appreciation for nature
The word ‘backlog’ summons up images of work being held up, delays and pressure. But in construction a backlog can be a good thing because it can show a potential client that a contractor is in demand. However, it’s not always simple.
Making the industry more environmentally sustainable requires the transition from the linear approach to construction to a more circular model that offers additional advantages in overall cost, materials pricing and supply security
The safety of workers on building sites is paramount. Protective clothing has moved on from basic boots, hard hats and gloves to garments featuring high-spec technology.
Inflation, supply chain bottlenecks and near-term economic uncertainty have recently clouded contractors’ ability to forecast their project costs
Roughing it in the great outdoors is a little more luxurious in these cabins, which underwent a painstakingly detailed and complex design and construction process
Cities across the globe have experienced urban blight, where districts that have seen a significant downturn in fortunes are abandoned, with residential and business properties left vacant. Responding to this change in fortunes is becoming an industry in itself.
The Nordic country is already a leader in environmentally responsive building; now it wants to make its construction industry the cleanest on earth. Can it be done?
They say everything is bigger in Texas. And in 2026, when Austin’s new Waterline mixed-use project officially opens, it will lay claim to being the tallest building in the state. Take a peek inside its compelling design
Extended and uncertain lead times are turning bidding and building into a tiresome puzzle of constantly changing pieces – and it’s unclear when the headache will end