Tag: built
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Industry says Planning & Infrastructure Bill offers a ‘blueprint for the future, but will it be built to last?’
The government’s newly introduced Planning & Infrastructure Bill has ignited discussions across the industry, with its promise to accelerate housing construction and infrastructure delivery. From speeding up planning decisions to reforms on compulsory purchase orders, the bill touches various aspects of the planning process that could reshape the landscape of housing and development. But will…
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Venture Capital in the Built Environment: Still Strong, but Shifting Gears
The built environment startup arena is still buzzing, but the way money is flowing is definitely changing. According to the latest BuiltWorlds 2024 Venture & Investments Report, venture capital (VC) deal volume is up, but the total amount of cash coming in has dropped. In other words, investors are still writing checks, just smaller ones…
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‘I’m staying put’ 87-year-old refuses to leave home built by his grandfather despite growing 65ft sinkhole
As a massive 65ft sinkhole continues to grow in Godstone, swallowing road and pavement alike, 87-year-old Bren Davis stands firm in his decision not to evacuate. Despite evacuation orders, the lifelong resident of the historic home says, “I’m not going anywhere. I’ve been here too long. This house was built to last.” While the sinkhole…
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Rugged Western Work Boots Built for You by Durango® Boots
Durango®’s best-selling Maverick XP™boots offer rugged durability and innovative safety features for unmatched comfort and protection on the job site or ranch. The multi-durometer slip, oil and heat-resistant outsole ensures both durability and flexibility, while the shock-absorbing midsole allows for all-day comfort. This style is available in steel toe, composite toe and soft toe styles,…
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Man stops demolition of home built without planning by agreeing to use it for tourists instead
A businessman who built his dream home without planning permission has won a dramatic victory to save it – by transforming it into a tourist retreat. Gareth Wilson’s, 45, luxury five-bedroom mansion in Ayrshire was facing demolition after authorities deemed it unsafe due to its location on a former coal mine. However, after a legal…
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Construction Experts Unite to Bring Tech to the Industry, Built by Builders Q&A
In the consumerism industry, products are constantly being updated and changed to better suit the consumer. In the construction industry, it can be hard to find the perfect product that tackles the problems that contractors are actually dealing with. When the producer has personal experience with your field of expertise, the products are more likely…
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How Mace built Landsec’s low-carbon hybrid
A hybrid steel and CLT solution, combined with a retained 1950s structure, helped cut construction-related CO2 on a Landsec scheme where Mace is main contractor. Martin Cooper reports from Southwark Targeting the highest sustainability ratings, a Landsec commercial scheme in Southwark, south London, provides an exemplary model of design, setting an industry-wide precedent for the…
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A Munich Symposium & Expo on AI for the Built World
The Georg Nemetschek Institute announced the AI Symposium & Expo on Artificial Intelligence for the Built World, which will be held in Munich from September 10 to 12, 2024. The conference, hosted by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and TUM Venture Labs, will bring together leading academic researchers, industry professionals, and innovative startups to discuss the opportunities and…
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Calling Built Environment Innovators: Present at WDBE 2024
Act now to secure your spot at WDBE 2024 and connect with other leaders in the digital built environment. Submit your presentation! Every year, WDBE provides the built environment developer ecosystem the opportunity to present their work as part of the summit program. This year’s summit takes place on October 3-4, 2024, in Helsinki and…
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Nemetschek Group Invests in Preoptima, a Carbon Hub for the Built Environment
Preoptima has developed a world-first carbon hub for the built environment, powered by AI and generative design, covering the entire building lifecycle – from concept to refurbishment and demolition. Nemetschek Group announced its investment in the startup on March 2, 2023. Preoptima’s funding will be used to launch their WholeLifeCarbon API, providing uniquely accurate carbon…