All Building Design articles in February 2025 – Page 2
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NewsSeven firms could be disbarred from taxpayer contracts over Grenfell failings
Government to launch investigations into companies as part of response to last year’s report into disaster
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NewsSuper-regulator to be introduced from 2028 as government sets out Grenfell response
Chief construction advisor also to be appointed in raft of new reforms responding to Grenfell Inquiry’s final report
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NewsARB claims broad support for new code of conduct
Regulator will now refine the code before publishing the final version
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NewsResidential schemes dominate RIBA South West and Wessex Awards shortlist
AHMM also scores fifth regional awards nomination for Bristol office project
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OpinionEradicating the issue of siloes in renovation projects
Siloed teams and complex contractual structures hinder renovation projects. Laura Rehlen explores how technology – such as reality capture and seamless data sharing – enhances collaboration, reduces errors and streamlines projects
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NewsRIBA president-elect Chris Williamson wins Cannes award for Michelangelo and Leonardo stage play
Latest recognition follows win at Los Angeles script awards
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FeaturesA fresh start for the Oxford-Cambridge corridor – or will it be déjà vu all over again?
The chancellor has given her backing to an expansion plan for the corridor connecting Oxford, Milton Keynes and Cambridge, including thousands of homes, which the previous government dropped. Joey Gardiner asks what hope the industry can have
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NewsRayner to reveal government’s response to Grenfell Inquiry today: here are some of the final report’s key recommendations
Deputy prime minister to make oral statement in House of Commons tomorrow afternoon
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NewsRestoration of 17th century stately home among projects shortlisted for 2025 RIBA East Midlands Awards
Hawkins Brown and BDP projects also make final list
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NewsSPPARC redesigns plans for European base of Circque Du Soleil
Practice has “completely reworked” proposals to transform grade II-listed former theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue
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NewsBig names on shortlist for Queen Elizabeth II National Memorial
Teams led by Foster & Partners, Heatherwick Studio and Wilkinson Eyre vying for “one of the most significant design projects in recent British history”
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OpinionAmid all the uncertainty, architects are already working to rebuild Gaza
While Donald Trump sets out his contested vision for Gaza’s future, Palestinians are seeking to reanimate their devastated landscape, writes Emma Dent Coad
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NewsSquire & Partners retrofits Hopkins’ grade II-listed former Conran HQ
The former headquarters of Conran & Partners was originally designed by Michael Hopkins & Partners for David Mellor
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NewsHopkins Architects reports turnover up but profit down in latest results
Employee-owned practice pays off debt ahead of schedule, as directors’ remuneration soars
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NewsGrenfell firm to challenge Kensington and Chelsea ban in court
Insulation manufacturer Siderise says last December’s decision by council ‘without foundation or justification’
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NewsNew legislation on £400bn public procurement spend comes into force
Major shake-up of the way public bodies purchase goods and services starts today
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NewsAHMM’s Knightsbridge redevelopment tipped for approval following design changes
Plans to partially demolish and replace Caltex House on Brompton Road head to committee next week
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NewsHawkins Brown to design refurbishment and extension of Norwich City Hall
Practice appointed to design “transformative” rethink of grade II*-listed Art Deco landmark
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NewsMailen Design unveils Lee Terrace in Blackheath
This compact three-bedroom house features a stepped brick and stone facade, full-height glazing and a bronze-clad upper volume, offering a modern addition to a historic setting
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OpinionBetter housing, not just more housing, must be the goal
The government – and housebuilders – must be given the best possible chance of achieving its ambitious target writes Ben Derbyshire