Ultra-low-carbon brick shapes new landmark London theatre

A pioneering ultra-low carbon brick made from near 100% recycled construction waste has been used to create the striking colourful façade of The Yard Theatre in Hackney Wick, one of London’s most anticipated new cultural buildings. Designed by Takero Shimazaki Architects, the rebuilt 220-seat venue more than doubles the capacity of the theatre’s original home, […] The post Ultra-low-carbon brick shapes new landmark London theatre appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

How The Waste Project is diverting nearly 300 tonnes of construction waste from landfill

Three years after launching The Waste Project to tackle construction waste, Sentinel Homes Waikato has diverted an estimated 290 tonnes of building materials from landfill, proving practical changes on building sites can significantly reduce waste. The Waste Project, which began in 2023, now achieves an average 78% waste diversion rate across Sentinel Homes’ Waikato building […] The post How The Waste Project is diverting nearly 300 tonnes of construction waste from landfill appeared first on Building Today.

Waste crime crackdown sees construction and asbestos firms targeted

Firms dealing with construction waste and asbestos have been targeted in a crackdown by the Environment Agency. Watford-based PB Donoghue Construction was among the firms inspected during Operation Unite, an 18-week campaign launched in March. The Environment Agency said its teams attended PB Donoghue Construction’s… The post Waste crime crackdown sees construction and asbestos firms targeted appeared first on Construction News.

Modern Construction Trends That Are Shaping the Future of Building

Discover how modern construction is transforming the building industry through sustainable materials, smart technologies, modular methods, and innovative design. Learn about the latest trends shaping safer, more efficient, and future-ready residential and commercial spaces.

Rail could be key to unlocking recycling potential in the lower South Island

The Environmental Innovation Centre (EIC) debates the possible benefits of using the rail network to transport waste construction materials to established processing facilities in the lower South Island. The Dunedin area currently has limited local recycling and recovery options for certain construction waste materials, such as treated timber, fibre cement board, PVC and HDPE pipes, […] The post Rail could be key to unlocking recycling potential in the lower South Island appeared first on Building Today.

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