Good architecture does more than simply function. It plays a major role in the health and wellbeing of those who use the building. This is the beating heart of Blichfeldt Architects. Now being recognised in BUILD’s 2020 Design & Build Awards as Best Specialist Passive House Design Firm 2020 – Denmark, we look more closely at the firm to see just what it offers in the way of designs that can heal in style.
With millions of Brits spending more time at home over the last few months, the average gas and electric bill has risen by nearly 40%1. As we head towards the cooler months, these high costs could be set to continue. So here are five easy adjustments you can make to your home to save hundreds of pounds on your utility bills.
Architecture and design is an often overlooked art form by many. Where some people see buildings and houses, architecture firms and their teams see a myriad of shapes and movements, each part linking together seamlessly for a powerful or subtle effect. Residential architecture and design in particular, is a speciality of Ukrainian firm, KYB Architects. The firm was recognised in BUILD’s Design and Build Awards 2020, with the title of Specialists in Residential Design: “Private Houses” in Ukraine – 2020, so we took a closer look at its work to learn more about why.
Now more than ever, developers need to use every resource they have to sell more houses. Part exchange schemes are one such resource, enabling buyers to move much quicker than before, which is great news for developers.
In an announcement by the Bank of England, property prices have risen by £30,000 on average and house sales have soared by 20% since the government announced the Stamp Duty Land Tax temporary reduced rates on 8th July 2020.
When you think about your business, you often consider your daily operations, employees, finances and marketing tactics. What may not come to mind, however, is your building’s exterior. This small factor can have a significant impact on your company’s success.
In today’s world, clean air quality is more important more than ever. People want to feel safe when they spend time at home, so construction companies and professional builders are learning to put this concern at the forefront of future projects. After years or decades in the business, some professionals may wonder how to switch their practices to this new focus in construction.
With summer winding down, you’re sure to get plenty of phone calls from customers who want maintenance done on their air conditioners. Temperatures are dropping, so it won’t be as big a deal if they need to shut their HVAC units off for a day or two.
When it comes to the market as a whole, Eastenders has seen the most substantial uplift with an average house price increase of 2.3%, while Hollyoaks is the next best soap location with a 1.8% uplift, followed by Emmerdale (1.6%).
The more significant changes have been the prioritisation of outside space and the availability of nearby green areas such as parks.
This month we have refocused our efforts on the construction, architecture and property spheres. After all, we’re seeing a steady and slow return to (somewhat) normal operations around the world. Of course, any movement from a standing position seems lightning fast in comparison, though this quarter’s inclusions certainly seem to be moving to make up for lost ground.
Over half of Brits are prioritising plans to update their home as the Covid-19 restrictions continue to be eased in the UK, with one in eight expecting to spend money on improvements within the next six months.
We’ve featured many architecture firms since the launch of our first issue. All excel in one way or another: from changing the way we think about form and function, or challenging paradigms, or through a unique vision or perspective.
Just as there is no one-size-fits-all construction site, there are no one-size-fits-all construction uniforms. Of course, PPE and hazard protections should be taken into account, but how important is it to be able to wear work shorts on the construction site? Considering the different categories of work shorts for men and some tips on how to choose the best fit, here is why you should think about work shorts on your next construction job.
For those looking to combat inescapable CO2 emissions, there is a solution – and it’s called Carbon Offsetting. Here, we look through the benefits and how it can help us lead a greener life.
Smart home devices such as Alexa or Google Home are edging seamlessly into our lives and becoming items that increasing numbers of us use day in, day out, without even a second thought. If you’d place yourself in the not-so-tech-savvy category, fear not, as here’s some handy advice on how to set up your smart home.
The new cloud-based intelligence software is now available to a select group of the most respected real estate professionals and works by pairing listings with client lifestyles, in a unique human-first approach.
The UK government’s 2020 Green Home scheme which is due to be rolled out in September, will see grants being issued to UK home owners for the purpose of improving the energy efficiency of their home. But how do you make your home more efficient?
Leading property recruitment specialist, Rayner Personnel, has released the results of its estate agency salary survey, revealing the current earnings in the sector.
Construction and engineering noted the greatest increase in vacancies of all sectors across the UK in the second week of June, according to the latest real-time statistics.
Property Consultants Bidwells latest research has revealed that up to 20 million sq ft of new lab and office space will be required in the Oxford-Cambridge Arc within the next two decades to keep pace with soaring demand, twice the volume of the previous 20 years.
Mental health and wellbeing in construction was already a key concern for the industry, but statistics released by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) show that as the sector deals with the fallout from coronavirus this issues will become critical.
69% of the nation feel that estate agents should do more to help them during the stressful process of moving between homes, pitching in with jobs like informing utility providers with a change of address.
A majority of U.S. real estate investors who participated in a recent survey have an optimistic outlook about the strength of their business and the industry despite COVID-19
Xfinity Communities survey finds strong support of smart home tech.
MatchMove, a Singapore-headquartered fintech company and KPMG, today announced their partnership with the Expand Group
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Once you are a homeowner, it is normal to want to make changes to personalize. Changes to your rooms that reflect your personality are a great way to create a place you love, but sometimes you want to make changes that are a little more dramatic.
Residential construction projects require planning for a homeowner’s current and future needs. Clients may get caught up in the idea of trendy kitchen back-splashes or architectural features, but others may face lifestyle changes that require an accessible home.
Centrally located in San Juan, V Architecture has become one of Puerto Rico’s foremost architecture, urban planning, and design firms. We sat down with President and Principal Architect, Ilia Rios, who tells us more.
Whitneybell Perry Architects is a Phoenix, Arizona-based firm specializing in stylish and sustainable multi-family residential and commercial architectural services. Douglas Whitneybell, the firm’s founder, tells us more about the company….
Founded in 1992, Fernanda Marques Arquitetos Associados has grown into one of the most outstanding architectural design firms in Brazil….
As always, we endeavour to be your source for all the latest news and features from across the global construction and property industries. Whilst it is certainly a challenging time for the greater construction industry – to put it lightly – we hope to offer a brief respite by focusing on the successes and achievements of companies from across the world as they look to innovate in their areas of expertise.
We are all aware that the United Kingdom is not necessarily known for its warm weather throughout the year. Temperatures can become quite chilly even during the late spring and early autumn.
Nearly everyone goes through a period in their life where they have to rent their living space. After you’ve experienced your fair share of apartments, you might want something different. A rental upgrade would be great, except those usually come with a price that’s way outside of a standard renter’s budget.
If you’re a landlord, it can be tricky to narrow down a tenant’s wants and needs — and amenities make a huge difference. After all, your single-family house probably doesn’t have a home gym or an in-ground pool. But potential renters aren’t as complicated as you think.