Category Archives: The Built Environment
RAAC Surveys : Why Experience Matters
In the world of construction and building maintenance, ensuring the safety and longevity of structures [...]
Nov
Celebrating Excellence in Engineering at The Structural Awards 2024
What a fantastic evening we had at the Montcalm at The Brewery in London, celebrating [...]
Nov
Why Building “Type” Doesn’t Matter as Much as You Think
When people think about designing buildings, they often assume that the type of building—whether a [...]
Nov
Avoid Costly Surprises: Why Ground Investigations and Drainage Surveys Are Essential for Every Building Project
For building owners, particularly those investing in commercial properties, a thorough understanding of the site’s [...]
Oct
Upgrading Commercial Buildings for a Change of Use: Key Structural Considerations
As a structural engineering firm, one of the most common requests we receive from commercial [...]
Oct
Key Business Insights from John Staves at the SME Practice Conference
On October 10th, 2024, the prestigious SME Business Practice Conference took place at IStructE International [...]
Oct
Commercial Case Study: Workshop Extension, Reading, Berkshire
Project Overview Reading Borough Council sought to expand their vehicle workshops at Bennet Road, where [...]
Oct
Maximising Building Lifespan: How Structural Engineers Can Save You Money
As a commercial property owner or manager, your building is one of your most valuable [...]
Oct
Concrete Repairs
Concrete Repairs We work closely with Structural Repairs to ensure the highest standards in concrete [...]
Aug
The Future of Building Reinforcement: Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) and the Engineer’s Perspective
In the ever-evolving field of construction, one of the most promising advancements in building reinforcement [...]
Aug
Structural Safety in Spill Sites
The role of a structural engineer is crucial when carrying out a structural assessment on [...]
Aug
The Building Safety Act for Homeowners
The Building Safety Act is part of the building safety legislation produced in the wake [...]
Jun