Increasing The Value Of Your Property In 2020For the first time in two years, house
prices have risen in every region of the UK, which spells good news for
companies, individuals and investors around the country.
This might be a cause for celebration for many, but with the
uncertainty surrounding Brexit, no one can predict how long this buoyant
housing market will last.
As such,…
Top 10 Most Profitable Landmarks to Live Next ToDid
you know that living near some of the country’s most loved landmarks can
increase the value of local homes?
This
research was uncovered by thinkmoney who analysed the house prices of homes
with the postal district of the most reviewed tourism sights in the UK’s major
cities. They then compared the results to the average hous…
College’s timber talent given safety briefing on roof constructionThe next generation of timber industry
professionals were provided with a vital briefing on safety and quality issues
in trussed rafter roof construction at the first Talking Timber event held at
Neath Port Talbot College (NPTC) Group this month.
With the UK construction industry facing
serious skills shortages, t…
5 versatile products that materialise architectural visionsIconic buildings are
brought to life by an amazing alchemical mixture of inspiration, intelligence,
persuasion, practicality and precise project management.
But they would never move
from drawing board sketches to brick and mortar edifices without the products
that provide structural integrity and distinct stylistic flair.
With that…
Glasgow city centre hotel approved at £25mDeveloper Caledonia Property has gained planning for a £25m hotel and retail scheme at Trongate in Glasgow city centre.
Much-needed hotel to be built in the heart of the historic Merchant City
Designed by Mosaic Architecture, the 12-storey building project will provide 157 bedrooms, a bar/restaurant and roof terrace affording excellent…
3 ways to promote your construction firm onlineThe rise of digital has dissolved
location-based barriers for construction firms, providing ample opportunities
for reaching a much wider clientele.
But with any man and his dog able
to set up a website or listing for their construction firm, just how do you
ensure that yours is top of the list when people are searching for and
shortlisting…
Encouraging Diversity and Equality in Trade RolesIn just 35 years, society has changed in so many ways. Sky News noted that, back in 1984, 42 per cent of people felt that men ought to be the breadwinners and women ought to be the homemakers. But 35 years later, only eight per cent of people still agreed with this idea.
Gender is only a small part of diversity and equality issues, of course.
Bouygues bans small angle grinders from all sites
Bouygues has banned small diameter angle grinders from all of its sites in a bid to cut down on accidents.
The contracting giant is now working on a safer angle grinder with German power tool specialist Fein which will be introduced on sites next year.
The current Bouygues site ban applies to all angle grinders with a diameter of less…
Minor Home Improvements That Make A Major DifferenceWe all want to make our homes as
comfortable and attractive as possible – it makes them more pleasant to live in
and more profitable when it’s time to pack up and move onwards and upwards.
But if you don’t have the wherewithal or
skills to undertake a major refurbishment project like a full-blown two room
extension or…
WoodFest comes to CardiffWoodFest Cardiff is coming to Wales to celebrate how the
country is using wood in design and construction.
Taking place
between February and May and featuring a variety of events, WoodFest Cardiff
will focus on low carbon housing, connecting communities, local timber and
healthy building products. It is organised by the UK timber industry’s
campaign, Wood for…