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Andrew Mellor considers the technical, social and environmental pressures driving the next stage in window design
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Andrew Mellor considers the technical, social and environmental pressures driving the next stage in window design
From fee erosion to the rise of AI, Satish Jassal argues that the pressures reshaping practice demand a rethink of what it means to be an architect
Looking back at research from the 1990s and comparing it with today’s data, David Rudlin explores the persistent failure of site allocations to deliver housing
Critics say the Stirling Prize ignores architecture beyond the South East, but as Eleanor Jolliffe points out, the shortlist reflects where the money is
Sir Nicholas Grimshaw, who has died aged 85, helped shape British high tech with buildings that embodied structural clarity, adaptability and a spirit of optimism
Andrew Orriss explains how the UK government’s 2025 Construction Products Reform Green Paper will reshape timber specification – from risk-based regulation and strengthened certification to digital product data and sustainability reporting
Jason Boyle argues that Britain’s 35-year halt in nuclear construction was a catastrophic, self-inflicted blow to the nation’s climate, economy and energy security
Stephen O’Reilly sets out what effective marketing really looks like
For structural engineer Anna Beckett, the challenge of sustainable building lies not just in materials and construction methods, but in questioning the assumptions we start with
For structural engineer Anna Beckett, the challenge of sustainable building lies not just in materials and construction methods, but in questioning the assumptions we start with
Miranda MacLaren highlights how architects are uniquely positioned to work with councils and private developers to reimagine stranded assets as places to live
Ben Flatman, BD’s architectural editor, reviews a Stirling shortlist of solid projects, but considers it one that lacks excitement and has some glaring omissions
Austin Williams explores the gap between official optimism and the everyday experience of citizens navigating crumbling services and a deepening housing crisis
Rab Bennetts begins his new column for BD with a look at Scotland’s architectural landscape, shaped by small practices, challenging procurement and a tough economic climate
Anne Daw and Katie Rudin make the case for how digitisation, through the new Digital Kit of Parts, can unlock the potential of MMC
Chris Fogarty argues that Britain’s planning system, however frustrating, has helped prevent the rural decline visible across much of the United States
Alison Coutinho argues that by prioritising viability from the outset, housing schemes can avoid delays and achieve better outcomes
From site meetings to snagging lists, Eleanor Jolliffe explores how the ordinary grind of construction can still reveal moments of beauty
Drawing on her years of experience in Iraq, Tanvir Hasan considers how Mosul’s recovery depends not only on iconic heritage sites but also on sustaining the living culture of the city
Emily Newton explores how Single Family Housing is reshaping Build to Rent, with new investment, suburban intensification and the chance for better placemaking
Félicie Krikler calls for housing design to catch up with the realities of modern life
As it seeks a new boss, the Housing Forum is well-placed to become a powerful voice for change, writes Ben Derbyshire
What operational changes are being made to help the Building Safety Regulator tackle the excessive gateway approval waits on high-rise residential schemes?
Sabrina Klor steps into her role as chair of Women in Architecture UK with a mission to rebuild the profession on more inclusive foundations
On the day QOLF Consulting publishes its new report on the importance of post-occupancy evaluations in shaping design and placemaking, Emma Cooke sets out what residents say really matters — and why it should guide the homes of the future
Cris Francis warns that swapping specified products for cheaper alternatives can jeopardize safety, compliance and long-term value
The recent heatwave presents yet more evidence that we face a challenge – and a huge opportunity – to construct buildings that are thermally comfortable, energy-efficient and wellness-led, says Abhishek Parmar
Tracy Meller argues that the government’s plan to withdraw funding for Level 7 apprenticeships will dismantle a pathway that works
As new legislation threatens to weaken habitat protections, Sophie Thompson asks what it would take to plan with respect for both people and the natural world
Hien Nguyen outlines the delivery barriers that must be tackled if the UK is to meet its housing ambitions without sacrificing quality
In a throwaway culture, Anna Beckett argues that architects must take greater responsibility for how buildings are eventually dismantled and their materials reused
With gateway 2 in the rearview mirror for an increasing number of projects, it is essential to shift focus to gateway 3 and the challenges that this poses to clients, design teams and contractors alike
As pressure mounts to streamline architectural education, Emily Crompton and Sam Higgins argue that universities remain essential spaces for reflection, critique and experimentation – and should not be reduced to training centres for industry