Future Proofing Commercial Builds: Choosing Durable, Compliant Materials

The post Future Proofing Commercial Builds: Choosing Durable, Compliant Materials appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the UK, building regulations are becoming increasingly stringent in recent years, especially when it comes to energy efficiency and fire safety. Paired with the tightening environmental performance standards and the rising cost of building commercial properties, future proofing commercial buildings is no longer a luxury but an absolute necessity.  Choosing the right materials can […]

The foundations for futureproofing housebuilding against climate change

The latest NHBC Foundation report, Building Foundation Solutions – Future Proofing Against Climate Change, focuses on the increasingly significant issue of foundation design and how this aspect of the build process can help in futureproofing housebuilding against extreme weather caused by climate change. The post The foundations for futureproofing housebuilding against climate change appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

Tomorrow's Build - How Long Will Skyscrapers Last? 05072022

The supertall skyscraper is nearing its 100th birthday: with the Chrysler Building and Empire State Building over 300m tall. Skyscrapers, like every other building, have a shelf life, and as we build more and more of these massive structures it’s worth asking how long that shelf life actually is. Could we ever expect a modern-day skyscraper to stand for millenia? In order for a building to survive that long it has to battle two things: - the limits of its materials; and - the elements.