Building Material Lead Times Are a Major Problem Right Now. Here’s Why.
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
This Unlikely Construction Material Also Tastes Great on Burgers
I beg your pardon? That’s right – most would agree that mushrooms sautéed with onions atop anything is delicious. It turns out the ingredient may also be a game-changer as a building material that also helps reduce construction waste
Construction and the Cost-of-Living Crisis
The UK is facing a near-perfect storm of economic headwinds, fuelled by inflation, rising interest rates and slumping demand. Construction firms, which face higher energy costs and rising prices for essential materials, can weather this, but it’s going to be tough.
Green Building Materials for Sustainable Construction
Given the level of carbon emissions construction generates, the industry knows it has to smarten up its environmental act. Part of the sector’s response will be to embrace more green construction materials, while some, like timber, have been a part of the industry for centuries.
Amsterdam Moves to Make Wood Buildings Mandatory Here’s Why.
Inspired by the environmental advantages of wood construction, the European city recently passed groundbreaking legislation stating that all new buildings constructed after 2025 must consist of at least 20% wood or other bio-based materials.
Building materials at a glance: Which building materials are there?
Wood, concrete, plastic and many other building materials can be found in stores these days. But what are the advantages and disadvantages of building materials? An overview.
Mini Materials Aims to Spark Construction Joy for Kids – And Adults
The company creates realistic construction toys for children, hoping the experience inspires them with dreams of working in the industry
Can Construction Solve Its Concrete Conundrum?
Concrete is the most common material used in construction, but manufacturing its primary binder – Portland cement – causes greenhouse gas emissions, putting pressure on the industry to find a more environmentally sustainable solution
Rising Construction Prices: When Will Building Materials Go Down in the UK?
Thanks to Brexit and the covid pandemic-related supply chain issues the cost of building materials – everything from bricks to timber and steel – soared during 2020 and 2021. Just as this situation began to ease, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine piled yet more cost pressures on a number of key products. How can the industry mitigate these and meet the demand for new homes, infrastructure schemes and other projects?
Deployable Structures Turn to New Inspiration: Origami
Inflatable structures are paramount in construction. Can origami offer such deployable components new inspiration?
Wooden Buildings: Trees Converted into Habitats for Humans
Concern around climate change and a desire to construct more sustainable buildings is driving the construction industry to deliver a built environment that has less impact on the world around it. The increased use of timber in tall buildings is part of this process.
Bluebeam’s Contribution to Environmental Sustainability in 2020
Here’s a look at how Studio Projects in Bluebeam helped promote environmental sustainability in the AEC industry last year
The Impact of Brexit on the Construction Industry
Five years ago, the U.K. voted to leave the European Union, and 18 months ago it did just that. The industry has some big concerns over a construction labour shortage as it relies on EU citizens. So what’s next for the industry?
What Contractors Need to Know About Volatile Materials Prices
The COVID-19 pandemic seemingly spawned a topsy-turvy market for raw construction materials, but this Q&A reveals that pre-pandemic factors are also to blame
Can bamboo construction replace timber and steel?
Bamboo ticks many of the boxes of an eco-friendly material, so some researchers are testing the material’s commercial viability in construction
