Signs of life outside data centers in latest construction data

Rising fuel prices will take a toll on other materials’ costs in the second half of the year, according to construction data provider Gordian.

Why I turned down a £180,000 contract

From the outside, it looked exactly like the kind of opportunity a young business should be chasing. The post Why I turned down a £180,000 contract appeared first on Construction Management.

Roman Blinds Outside Recess: Measuring & Fitting Guide

The post Roman Blinds Outside Recess: Measuring & Fitting Guide appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Fitting Roman blinds outside the recess is a strategic choice for maximizing natural light and achieving total blackout. By mounting the blind to the wall or architrave, the fabric stack sits above the glass when raised, preventing light occlusion in smaller windows. This method also minimizes side light leakage...

Latest construction data shows activity hinges on AI buildout

A jump in energy prices caused some building progress to slow in March, especially for work outside of the data center boom.

Retail assets help Allsop raise over £26.5m at May commercial auction

Of the assets sold, 76% were located outside London and the South East, accounting for 51% of the total income. The post Retail assets help Allsop raise over £26.5m at May commercial auction appeared first on Property Week.

The Economist - A perfect storm for container shipping 18092021

A giant ship wedged across the Suez Canal, record breaking shipping rates, armada of vessels waiting outside ports, covid-induced shutdowns: container shipping has rarely been as dramatic as it has in 2021