Build better mental health: why design for wellbeing?
When building offices and homes that take mental health and wellbeing into account, cost remains the ever-present challenge for the construction industry
Future of Construction 2019
By 2030, Dubai plans to have 3D printed a quarter of all new buildings, making the most of a technology which can cut labour costs, speed up processes and create more environmentally-friendly structures. The Future of Construction special report, published in The Times, covers these industry goals and more. It examines how construction needs to expand its definition of diversity and whether the industry can ever become truly sustainable. It explores how architecture can make buildings work for better mental health and asks what lessons have been learnt from the tragedy at Grenfell Tower. Also featured is an infographic on the new technologies disrupting the industry and five innovative ways to combat the UK housing crisis
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More approved inspectors needed for safe housing
âThe system is in danger of collapse, which threatens to greatly reduce the construction of new homesâ
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Has the Grenfell tragedy made construction safer?
The Grenfell Tower tragedy claimed the lives of 72 people, underscoring the limitations of building regulations and a lax attitude towards fire safety. So whatâs changed since?
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Five innovative ways to combat the housing crisis
From modular commuter villages to innovative finance models, developers are finding new, inventive solutions to tackle the UK housing crisis
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Can the circular economy in construction really work?
Sustainability requires a change in mindset as itâs not just a process of replacing materials with green alternatives. But can a circular economy ever be the norm for mass construction?
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Will 3D printing revolutionise construction?
Dubai is pioneering the use of 3D printing in an effort to drive property sales and significant savings. But whether this marks the beginning of worldwide adoption remains to be seen
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Construction disruption
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How Altrad is building its digitised future
For too long the construction industry has relied on paper systems in the delivery of work in hazardous environments. Failing to invest in digitisation can prolong planned schedules, lead to the late completion of builds, and eat into productivity and the bottom line
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Transformation based on transparency, technology and talent
If the first step in achieving positive change is to acknowledge the true extent of the problem, then the transformation of the construction industry must start with a reality check
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Combating Cancer 2020
3,600 lives in the UK could be lost to the four main cancers over the next five years due to delays caused by COVID-19. Our Combating Cancer special report, published in The Times, explores why COVID has made it harder than ever to treat and diagnose cancer, dietary advice, and more. The featured infographic examines how where you live can impact your risk of getting cancer and the care you can expect if you do.
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Business Growth & Recovery 2020
Our Business Recovery & Growth special report, published in The Times, focuses on providing business leaders with positive and practical guidance to prepare for a resilient and stronger 2021. It features content on pivoting to eCommerce, new ways of engaging with customers, cross-border transactions and borderless transfers, and the cruciality of supply-chain sustainability. The featured infographic explores what the outlook really is for business recovery and COVID-19.
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The Future CMO 2020
Our Future CMO special report, published in The Times, features articles on combating fake news, upcoming Christmas campaigns, celebrity founders and branding, and more. It features an infographic on the changing evolution of the advertising landscape from traditional to digital.
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Climate Change 2020
Our Climate Change special report, published in The Times, explores innovative ways to offset carbon emissions, staying profitable as a B corp, and the environmental cost of going digital. It also looks at which business leaders are lobbying for real action. The infographic examines how big your businessâs carbon footprint is and the impact of remote working.Â