Two new RTPI PRF projects funded

Two RTPI PRF projects are being funded with grants to explore women's safety in neighbourhoods and the safety of 'tiny homes'. The post Two new RTPI PRF projects funded appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

Stop blaming nature, MPs tell government

Nature is not a blocker to delivering new housing but is in fact a necessity for building decent towns and neighbourhoods, MPs argue in a new report.

Steel’s Severn crossing in the faithful city

Connected to the National Cycle Network, a new river crossing in Worcester has created a sustainable commuting option for the city’s northern neighbourhoods. The post Steel’s Severn crossing in the faithful city appeared first on Construction Management.

Studio Moren’s The July brings elegance to one of the capital’s best-connected neighbourhoods

Leading hospitality architecture and design practice Studio Moren has recently launched The July London Victoria, accommodating 116 keys, consisting of 114 aparthotel studio rooms, a 2-bed apartment, and a 3-bed apartment. Its opening marks the UK debut of Amsterdam-based hospitality brand The July. This represents another milestone for Studio Moren in bringing international hospitality brands […] The post Studio Moren’s The July brings elegance to one of the capital’s best-connected neighbourhoods appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

Sunderland’s new £44M footbridge officially opened

Sunderland’s new Keel Crossing – £44M pedestrian and cycle bridge – has opened, providing a direct route between the city centre and northern Riverside neighbourhoods. The post Sunderland’s new £44M footbridge officially opened appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

CCHPR - Affordable Housing 18112021

This video looks at the UK's low level of housebuilding relative to need, and looks at the policy options for addressing the low level of production. It includes ideas from other countries on linking affordable house building incentives to conditions that limit rents and make the housing available to households on limited incomes.

Wall Street Journal - Inside LinkedIn’s New Hybrid Office With More Than 75 Seating Types, 05072022

At LinkedIn's new flagship office, desks are no longer the primary focus. With dozens of different work settings and conference room setups, the company is using its office as a hub for its hybrid workforce. WSJ gets an exclusive look inside