Architecture & Construction

There was a jump in new tenants looking to rent UK commercial property at the beginning of 2022, with the uplift particularly prevalent in prime office spaces, according to a market survey.

The City of London Corporation has invited Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) chief executive David Frise to play a key role on a task force set up to address skills shortages in engineering and construction. 

EQUANS – the division for ENGIE’s services-led activity, has been appointed by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) to deliver a £140 million post-graduate student accommodation project. 

The UKGBC has welcomed new regulations saying all new buildings in England will have to reduce CO2 emissions under new rules.

The government's pledge for a cladding tax needs more detail, according to those in the industry.

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) has announced the creation of a research advisory committee to examine how to reshape the built environment. 

Sustainable regeneration of historic and listed buildings is essential to urban renewal

Engineering body warns of contractual ‘standstill’ over product marks

Early involvement key to enhancing FM’s BIM role

With the prospect of restrictions being eased as the UK emerges from lockdown and the tier system over the coming months, the thoughts of estate managers and property owners are now turning towards the resumption of scheduled upkeep and maintenance programs.