Quality Trusted Solutions framework 2027-31

The Architects’ Journal Quality Trusted Solutions framework 2027-31 The NHS property management company Quality Trusted Solutions has announced a new £150 million professional services framework [Deadline: 18 December 2026] The post Quality Trusted Solutions framework 2027-31 appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Merlin Fulcher

Portuguese Natural Stone: material character for contemporary architecture and premium interiors

As architecture and interior design move towards spaces defined increasingly by material authenticity, longevity and sensory quality, natural stone is finding renewed relevance in contemporary projects. For designers, the attraction lies not only in visual impact but in something more enduring: texture, permanence, individuality and a material whose appearance develops naturally over time. Within that […] The post Portuguese Natural Stone: material character for contemporary architecture and premium interiors appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

ASHRAE Names Bill McQuade of BAC as 2025–26 Society President

Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc. (BAC), the world’s cooling partner, proudly announces that Bill McQuade – P.E., CDP, Fellow ASHRAE, LEED AP – will serve as the 2025-26 President of ASHRAE, a global association of HVAC&R and building services professionals that develops building standards and provides resources to improve energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and sustainability. […] <p>The post ASHRAE Names Bill McQuade of BAC as 2025–26 Society President first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Commercial Wallcovering Installation: Lessons From Colorado Projects

Why successful wallcovering projects depend on substrate preparation, material selection, construction coordination, and quality control long before the first panel reaches the wall. Commercial wallcoverings have evolved far beyond a decorative finishing material. In hospitality, retail, restaurants, offices, and other commercial environments, wallcoverings contribute to interior design, brand identity, durability, and the overall experience of […] <p>The post Commercial Wallcovering Installation: Lessons From Colorado Projects first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Breathing room: Artus Air helps shape Europe’s most sustainable hotel

At voco Zeal Exeter Science Park, where low carbon is king and comfort is queen, the project’s net-zero and premium indoor air quality ambitions were paramount. To meet these objectives, an innovative mixed-mode HVAC strategy was implemented, pairing natural ventilation in bedrooms with Artus Air comfort cooling in communal areas. Developed by Zeal Hotels in […] The post Breathing room: Artus Air helps shape Europe’s most sustainable hotel appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

Collaboration and interdependency: exploring the relationship between designers and contractors

Cost overruns, late deliveries and legal disputes are common complaints of the construction industry that affect efficiency, productivity and financial returns and impact on wider economic growth and prosperity. Collaboration is regularly proposed as a mechanism to achieve improved working relationships, information exchange, quality, timing and to reduce conflicts, risks, and costs.

The Future of Building: Modern Methods of Construction

A Gardiner & Theobald led White Paper published Q1 2023 covering what you need to know about Modern Methods of Construction

Construction Playbook for the Private Sector

Following publication of the updated Construction Playbook for central government procurement in October, the Construction Productivity Taskforce has now published a Construction Playbook for the private sector.

SRM - World Quality Week: Interview with Professor John Cole CBE, 11112022

On the occasion of World Quality Week, Professor Cole accepted to talk to Sir Robert McAlpine. In this interview, he addresses the role and responsibilities of tier one contractors to drive quality on site and what “doing the right thing” means for the industry. He also shares his key messages about quality and insights from the independent review he conducted at Sir Robert McAlpine.

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