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City approves AHMM’s redevelopment of Denys Lasdun’s Milton Gate

Full screen in popup Denys Lasdun's 1 Moor Lane, formerly known as Milton Gate The City of London has approved AHMM’s plans to redevelop one of Denys Lasdun’s last major projects despite criticism of the scheme from Historic England. Brookfield …

Don't scrimp on design for new towns, taskforce chair tells housebuilders

Housebuilders working on the government’s new towns programme will need to provide assurances that housing mix and design will not be “diluted under market pressures”, the chair of the taskforce appointed to oversee the programme has said. Michael Lyons, …

Developer expecting decision on Orms' replacement for AHMM's rejected London tower by end of year

Great Portland Estates has said it is hoping for a decision on its revised plans for a scheme near London Bridge that was kicked into touch more than 18 months ago. The then communities secretary Michael Gove turned down proposals by the developer to build …

Design team appointed to £1bn Yorkshire hospital project

A design team has been appointed to a £1bn-plus hospital project in West Yorkshire. Plans for Airedale General Hospital, which was include in the first wave of New Hospital Programme funding, will be brought forward by P+HS Architects as lead consultant. …

Housebuilders will face ‘delayed homes penalty’ if they fail to build to promised timeframes, Rayner announces

Housebuilders will be required to commit to specific delivery timeframes before they get planning permission and will face financial penalties if they fail to meet them. The Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has today announced …

Why the key to reviving our towns is people-centred regeneration

All is not lost for our high streets as there are many recent examples of broad swathes of good advice based on learning. The Institute of Place Management (IPM) has just reported on five years’ work leading the High Streets Task Force (HSTF) aimed at …

Beyond the Box: delivering real social value in the built environment

The built environment shapes the communities we live in – but who gets a say in designing it? For Neil Onions, head of the social enterprise Beyond the Box, the answer is clear: everyone should. Since 2018, Beyond the Box has been at the forefront of …

TP Bennett snaps up Middle East design business

Architect TP Bennett has bought Middle East design and engineering consultant Bluehaus for an undisclosed sum. The firm said the deal for the 70-strong business will “will enhance TP Bennett’s international reach and bring on board Bluehaus’ extensive …

Meet the all-women Canberra powerhouse shaking up Vinnies CEO Sleepout

Women Building Change members in front of their Wall Of Pledges, which will help the group of prominent Canberra leaders raise $100,000 for the Vinnies CEO Sleepout. Photo: Michelle Kroll. In the heart of Fyshwick, a growing patchwork of generosity is …

Oscar Winning LucasFilm Production Designer Les Dilley Passes Away at 84

Oscar-winning production designer Ivor Leslie “Les" Dilley, known for his work with LucasFilm, has passed away at the age of 84. According to Deadline, award winning production designer Ivor Leslie “Les" Dilley has died at the age of 84. Known …

Madison Realty Capital Originates $720 Million Loan for Office-to-Residential Conversion of Former Pfizer Headquarters

NEW YORK, May 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Madison Realty Capital, a vertically integrated real estate private equity firm focused on real estate private credit, today announced that it has originated a $720 million loan to a joint-venture between Metro …

PICTURES: Explosion of the senses as Loch Ness-side primary school opens revamped playground

Glenurquhart PS sensory gardenA Loch Ness-side primary school is celebrating the opening of exciting new additions to the playground after several years of determined fundraising. Through hard work by teachers, parents, pupils and other community …

Industrial working group hold roundtable discussion

The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) has successfully convened its Industry Working Group Roundtable Discussion, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to support private sector development across the country.  The …

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Mosque-based edn project gets nod

The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (Ecnec) on Saturday approved nine development projects with a combined estimated cost of Tk 118.51 billion. The approval came at the meeting of the Ecnec held at the NEC auditorium, with Chief …

How to Get a Job at Richärd Kennedy Architects

Science and Health Building, Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona. Photo: Bill Timmerman. Richärd Kennedy Architects is a Phoenix-based architecture and interior design firm known for its impressive portfolio of exquisite public-facing …

A first in Canada: Ontario plans to require AEDs on construction sites

WHITBY, ONT. — Ontario Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development David Piccini has announced a first for Canada as a way to make construction sites safer by requiring automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) at construction sites. If …

badenova builds hydrogen pipeline in the south of Germany

With the construction of a hydrogen pipeline on the Upper Rhine, the badenova Group, through its subsidiary badenovaNETZE, is one of the first companies to actively participate in the development of the national hydrogen core network. The Freiburg-based …

Housing planning applications at their ‘highest for three years’

Planning applications submitted for residential developments are 44% up year-on-year, according to new figures. Consultancy Terraquest said 71,813 applications were submitted in the first quarter of 2025, compared to 49,776 in the same period last year. It …

Road Aggregates Market Set to Hit USD 787.6 billion by 2035 Amidst Growing Infrastructure Investments

Technological advancements and the rise of recycled construction materials are opening new opportunities in the road aggregates market. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, May 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global road aggregates market is poised to …

Hirsch Pipe & Supply Opens Branch in Riverside, CA

Today, Hirsch Pipe & Supply is proud to announce the opening of their twenty eighth southern California location in Riverside. RIVERSIDE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Hirsch Pipe & Supply is proud to …

Lemay has rapidly developed an impressive portfolio of projects across the Emirates and Saudi Arabia markets

Lemay: Blending global expertise with Middle Eastern Cultural Identity ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lemay, an internationally recognized architecture and design firm known for fostering innovation in communities …

Offshore wind could contribute more than $40 billion to Australia's GDP between 2027 and 2040

It’s estimated that offshore wind in the country could support more than 23GW of output, which could supply more than 20 million homes with renewable energy. PERTH, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, May 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Offshore wind energy …

JS Investments and Gohar Developers Launch Pakistan’s First Shariah-Compliant Green Hotel REIT

JS Investments (PSX:JSHR) KARACHI, SINDH, PAKISTAN, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JS Investments Limited (JSIL), Pakistan’s oldest private sector Asset Management and REIT Management Company licensed by the Securities and Exchange …

JS Investments and Gohar Developers Launch Pakistan’s First Shariah-Compliant Green Hotel REIT

JS Investments (PSX:JSHR) KARACHI, SINDH, PAKISTAN, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JS Investments Limited (JSIL), Pakistan’s oldest private sector Asset Management and REIT Management Company licensed by the Securities and Exchange …

JS Investments and Gohar Developers Launch Pakistan’s First Shariah-Compliant Green Hotel REIT

JS Hotel REIT (PSX:JSHR) KARACHI, SINDH, PAKISTAN, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JS Investments Limited (JSIL), Pakistan’s oldest private sector Asset Management and REIT Management Company licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission …

Above-Normal 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Predicts 13 To 19 Named Storms, 6 To 10 Hurricanes

Trusted Leader In Hurricane Protection Solutions Says South Florida Homeowners Should Be Prepared Prior to Season Start June 1 WEST PALM BEACH,, FL, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Florida continues to recover from last year …

Forging the Future: Samuel V. Champion High School Ag Mech/Welding Program Celebrates Student and Community Success

Samuel V. Champion High’s Ag Mech/Welding Program celebrates a key milestone in vocational education, honoring craftsmanship, community & career readiness. BOERNE, TX, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The welding sparks …

Build Safe Connection Returns for Its Second Edition — Now as a Premier Safety and Construction Expo in Massachusetts

The largest Brazilian-led construction safety expo in the U.S. returns June 7 to Foxboro, gathering top names in safety, business, and innovation. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On June 7, 2025, industry leaders, …

K+W Celebrates 2024 Leadership Promotions

Celebrating the Rise of Peter Bernard, Kc Keller, and Dan Mitchell to Associates CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kier + Wright proudly announces its 2024 Associate promotions, recognizing the exceptional contributions of three …

MidSouth Construction Moves Headquarters to Historic Old Ezell Home, Honoring Nashville’s Architectural Legacy

MidSouth Construction relocates HQ to the historic Old Ezell Home, blending heritage with innovation in Nashville's roofing and restoration industry. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- News Distribution: …

KickCharge Creative Celebrates 30 Years of Business

NJ-Based Agency Marks Three Decades of Boosting Brands & Changing Lives WASHINGTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- KickCharge Creative, a global branding and digital marketing agency, is proud to celebrate its 30th …

The Overlooked Role of Flame Proof Lighting in Cold Climate Energy Infrastructure | Research by FMI

Flame-proof lighting plays a critical but often overlooked role in cold climate energy infrastructure, ensuring safety in extreme and volatile conditions. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐟 …

Magnolia Texas Real Estate Agents share Insights on what to expect in a Mediterranean-Inspired Home in Magnolia, TX

Magnolia Texas Real Estate - Features to look for in a Mediterranean-inspired Home when househunting in Magnolia, TX MAGNOLIA, TX, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the warm Texas climate and properties designed for families to …

The Valley Life Real Estate Group: Unprecedented Opportunities for First-Time Home Buyers in the Fraser Valley

LANGLEY, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Valley Life Highlights Excellent Opportunities for First-Time Home Buyers The Valley Life, a Top 1% real estate team with the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board, is sharing …

Advanced Green Insulation Celebrates 13 Years of Excellence in Energy-Efficient Solutions

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an industry where progress often happens behind walls—quite literally—few companies have shaped the built environment of New England over the past decade quite like Advanced Green …

OmniShield Remains A Sustaining Member of The National Volunteer Fire Council

Home Safe Network Continues Sponsorship into 2026 DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to UL and other experts, we can have as little as 3 minutes from the start of a fire in a modern home to the flashover …

KINGA KORPACZ SELECTED AS TOP REAL ESTATE BROKER & OWNER OF THE DECADE BY IAOTP

Kinga Korpacz will be honored at the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) annual red carpet awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kinga Korpacz was recently selected as Top Real Estate …

mxHERO Unleashes the Power of AI with Mail2Cloud Advanced for Business Email Intelligence

Transforming business email into a structured, secure, and AI-ready data source optimized for GPT, MCP, REST APIs, and agentic automation at enterprise scale. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- mxHERO Inc., a …