UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

From proper lighting and storage solutions to specialised equipment and flooring options, thoughtful garage improvements create an environment where vehicle care becomes accessible and efficient. An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Dvele Smart Homes The Essential line has all of the standardizations, climate-resilient features, and energy efficiencies of Dvele’s Advanced line, but with smaller windows than the floor-to-ceiling windows in the Advanced line, and entry level kitchen & laundry appliances by Samsung.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 24, 2023

For most of our history, an immigration system that functioned properly made progress and prosperity a possibility for all. Unfortunately, that system has been broken since the 1980s and '90s, when leaders of both political parties agreed the complexity of the immigration system forced undocumented immigrants to remain in the shadows.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2024

Unlike other real estate solutions, it’s engineered for efficiency with integrated, nonredundant building systems that can be owner-managed, providing a multitenant solution based on different lab needs. The design is flexible for both single or multitenant incubator spaces. These cases usually involve less complex build-out processes.

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Specification Product Update

AUGUST 24, 2023

Effective solutions can begin with the soundproofing of separating walls and ceilings using Maxiboard, manufactured by Sound Reduction Systems. To learn more on Sound Reduction Systems Soundproofing, click here. The post Acoustic and Fire Rated Ceiling System appeared first on Specification Product Update.

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Specification Product Update

APRIL 26, 2023

Effective solutions can begin with the soundproofing of separating walls and ceilings using Maxiboard, manufactured by Sound Reduction Systems. To learn more on Sound Reduction Systems Soundproofing, click here. The post Acoustic and Fire Rated Ceiling System appeared first on Specification Product Update.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 14, 2022

to name a few. #2. to name a few. #2. to name a few. #2. Implement a robust physical asset facilities maintenance process integrating scheduled, unscheduled repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks. #3.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2024

Photos courtesy Snøhetta Vertikal Nydalen in Oslo, designed by Snøhetta, features a simplified and self-sufficient climate system, making it Norway’s first naturally climatized mixed-use building. The top floors have 40 apartments, where sizes range from 44 to 143 m 2 (473 to 1,538 sf) with varying layouts.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 30, 2021

Inter-room noise isolation applies to enclosed rooms horizontally adjacent to one another on the same floor. For example, students being energetic in their classroom on an upper floor of a school building should not disturb peers concentrating in the library below them. earn a minimum ceiling attenuation class (CAC) rating of 35.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

However, behind the scenes, theres a network of intricate plumbing systems that keep everything running smoothly. For the top floors of a high-rise, this means a struggle to get the same water pressure that lower floors enjoy. This requires careful planning to ensure that each floors plumbing is properly aligned and connected.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

IBS #W2343 THE NEW AMERICAN HOME 2024 GOLD SPONSORS Kohler / *StoneWorks / Wellborn Cabinet Ceiling-Suspended Kitchen Faucet by Kohler Designed to maximize functionality and make kitchen tasks easier, the Purist Suspend kitchen faucet from Kohler * mounts from the ceiling, remaining out of the way until needed.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

“I knew the view from the back of the lot would be great but also a little off-center to the right,” Coletti says, “so I put the kitchen in the left back corner of the floor plan to capture the best view.” The rest of the 7,800-square-foot, single-level floor plan flowed fairly easily from there, he says.

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The Pro Builder

MARCH 1, 2024

Other homebuyer preferences noted in the study include buyers' increased focus on home personalization and the growing popularity of technology for security systems, temperature regulation, and HVAC and energy management.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 3, 2023

2 Many flooring products have historically been manufactured with chemicals such as ortho-phthalates, formaldehyde, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that, when emitted from those products, can have adverse effects on human and environmental health and contribute to indoor air pollution. over the past few decades.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

The home’s single-level floor plan maintains a relatively compact footprint to preserve and protect its natural surroundings. The living area of the home’s open floor plan is anchored by a 6-foot-long direct-vent gas fireplace that recirculates heat back into the room, as needed, to reduce energy loads.

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Specification Product Update

MARCH 1, 2024

Hunter Douglas scored a win when its award-winning HeartFelt® felt ceiling system was installed in the new German Football Association (Deutscher Fußball-Bund – DFB) campus in Frankfurt am Main. The HeartFelt® system allows panels to be installed not only horizontally on the ceiling, but also as vertical wall cladding.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The University of Washington’s (UW’s) Health Sciences and Education Building (HSEB) in Seattle features a sustainable structural system with cross-laminated timber (CLT), steel, and concrete. The system impacted Seattle Building Code, which previously did not have provisions for hybrid mass timber structures.

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Specification Product Update

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Hardwood flooring specialist Ted Todd has launched two new flooring collections, Residence and Connect, the first new collections the brand has added to its portfolio for ten years. This collection meets the demand for accessible functional flooring with a modern, high-quality finish. Prices start from £69.97

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

PPI and SPFA recommend that when there are plastic pipes and fittings in a wall, ceiling, or floor cavity, the SPF installer should apply one layer of foam until it touches the pipe but does not encase the pipe. Pipe and fitting materials include CPVC, PEX, PEX/AL/PEX, PE-RT, PP-R, PP-RCT, PSU, PPS, PPSU, and PVDF.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2022

Meet the most innovative precast floor system in the U.S. When Tindall brought its new precast floor system from Denmark to the U.S. customers were not satisfied with accepting the system’s historical performance and European test results. m (30 to 45 ft), supporting both commercial and residential floor loads.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

Vertical-stacking saves space and quiets operation One of the most attractive new options available in sectional doors is vertical stacking, a type of engineering that neatly arranges the door sections directly above the door or optionally in a recessed area in the ceiling when the door is open.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. Modern container homes’ Heat Recovery Ventilation System keeps 85% of thermal energy. The ceiling height starts at 2.39m but drops to about 2.2m A high cube container gave me an extra foot of ceiling height compared to standard ones. to AUD$56.57

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

Floor-to-ceiling glass at the entry and along the length of the back façade blur the line between interior and exterior and frame views of the courtyard water feature at the front and the deck and landscaped yard at the back. A gently curved staircase links the main and upper levels and is complemented by a curving wicker chandelier.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2023

Harvard University Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) in Boston, Massachusetts, uses a specially designed hydroformed tensile facade system made of stainless steel to maximize energy efficiency and provide occupant comfort. Every two out of three modules of the unitized aluminum system are fully glazed; the third module is opaque.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 4, 2025

The architectural team specified Rockfon acoustic stone wool ceiling systems to support the new high schools multiple performance requirements and to create a modern appearance aligned with 21st century educational facilities. Rockfon ceiling panels also comply with all acoustic ceiling requirements for LEED v4.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The building’s energy use intensity (EUI) is reduced to 23, a 71 percent decrease from the baseline, thanks to efficient building systems and envelope design. With a 95 percent net to gross floor area ratio, the SEC stands out for its efficiency in a school setting. Notable glazing properties include 0.28 U-value, 0.27 SHGC, and 0.65

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Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

The result is a unique, double-layer insulation system that leverages concretes durability and weather-resistance around the insulative core. for the most insulative wall system on the market. A well-insulated home can promote a stable interior temperature and reduce reliance on the HVAC system for heating and cooling.

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Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 15, 2023

When I did an online image search for “modern office design”, I saw neutral color schemes of black, grey, white, or brown with a pop of accent color, minimalism, ergonomic furniture, biophilic décor, textured walls, glass dividers, natural light, and acoustic ceiling systems.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

Consider the following: Flooring : Use the same or complementary flooring materials to create a smooth transition. Ceiling Height : Match the ceiling height of the existing rooms. Adding proper insulation to walls, floors, and ceilings. Installing energy-efficient heating and cooling systems.

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Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The Whittam Cox Architects designed scheme, constructed by Henry Boot Construction, has transformed a former industrial site in the city centre into 365 dwellings, offering a mix of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, as well as commercial space at ground floor level. The larger of the two screens measures approximately 4.2m

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

By Gary Madaras Suspended acoustic ceilings are mainstream inside many types of buildings and can serve four main sound-related roles. Second, if the partitions between rooms do not extend full height, ceilings can be combined with lightweight plenum barriers to provide privacy from adjacent rooms on the same floor (B in Figure 1).

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Heres how you can do it right: Check the Structure Look for cracks in the walls or ceilings. Uneven floors or sticking doors could be a sign of trouble. Evaluate Plumbing and Electrical Systems Test all faucets and fixtures. Flickering lights or outdated systems might need immediate attention. Inspect the foundation.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. These systems run throughout buildings, making repairs particularly invasive and expensive.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 14, 2024

Cold drafts bring the temperatures down, so while main rooms benefit from the warmth of the building’s primary heating system, many other areas are left to deal with the arctic side effects. However, if wall and floor space is minimal, facilities can instead opt for electric ceiling heaters.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 3, 2025

” Spanning 55,000 square feet over two floors, the U.S. Schimenti’s scope extended beyond typical construction, managing every interior detail, including custom lighting, audiovisual systems, furniture, artwork, and high-end finishes.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 20, 2025

The 146,075-square-foot logistics center will feature 36-foot ceiling heights, 54-foot by 60-foot column spacing, 31 docks, two drive-in doors, and a 3,000-square-foot office space. The facility will include a 3,000 amp, three-phase, 277-480 volt electric service and an ESFR sprinkler system.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

Image Courtesy of: FK Architecture Casa Bel-Mar features 100 units, with one- and two-bedroom floor plans, offering a range of community amenities, including a community center, library and tech lab, fitness center, and spaces for adult literacy programs and employment assistance.

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