Construction
Bouygues UK COO moves on
Big-league construction boss left over the Summer "to pursue another career opportunity"
Record number of planning applications ‘gives London a shot at 50,000 homes target’
The number of residential planning applications in London has surged, with the first six months of the year racking up 38% more than the average rate since 2010.
On Site: Northacre’s The Broadway
Super-prime pioneer Northacre has been whetting appetites down in Westminster with a sneak peek at the progress of its first ever new-build scheme - the transformation of New Scotland Yard.
Big-hitters bag Buckingham Palace refurb roles
Six major firms have picked up contracts on the most prestigious refurbishment gig going.
Watch: Six design concepts for the restoration and reimagining of Clandon Park
The National Trust has revealed visualisations of design concepts by the six shortlisted architect-led teams for the restoration of Clandon Park, the 18th Century Palladian mansion that was gutted…
Eco Values: ‘Green’ home improvements can increase property values by 38%
82% of homebuyers would pay more for an environmentally friendly property, says CBRE
Passivhaus: Understanding the gold standard of efficient building
CBRE explores the "fabric first" approach to improving domestic property sustainability and energy efficiency
Lots more property and construction firms are in ‘significant’ financial distress
Deterioration is 'particularly concerning', says insolvency firm Begbies Traynor
Mace takes over from Skanska at Battersea Power Station
Change of Phase Two contractors at the landmark property development
Government launches a review of building regs
Independent review will focus on fire safety and tall residential buildings
‘Building projects now cost significantly more than they did this time last year’ – FMB
85% of builders think construction material price rises could drive consumers to hire rogue traders in an effort to save money
Rising costs squeeze margins for SME construction firms
Workloads continue to rise but increasing material prices and salaries mean margins are 'narrower than ever', says FMB