All Building Design articles in August 2024 – Page 2
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NewsLetter hidden in column reveals benefactor’s critique of Venturi Scott Brown’s Sainsbury Wing
A time capsule discovery sheds light on the behind-the-scenes tensions during the Sainsbury Wing’s construction
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NewsHawkins Brown appointed to lead next phase of Carpenters Estate regeneration
Stratford site dates back to 1960s and is being overhauled under plan being masterminded by Populo Living
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NewsJohn McAslan + Partners completes new Sydney metro station
Waterloo Station opens as part of Australia’s largest-ever infrastructure project
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FeaturesFrom the ground up: Ackroyd Lowrie on a mission to turn school leavers into architects with real work experience
With a focus on innovation and access, the east London studio is leading the charge in the architectural education revolution. Ben Flatman reports on how they are helping a new generation of architects to design the cities of tomorrow
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FeaturesAYA 2024 shortlists: Net Zero Architect of the Year
In a series celebrating BD’s Architect of the Year Awards finalists, we look at the Net Zero Architect of the Year shortlist
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NewsDesign Council launches free resources to streamline local design code creation
Comprehensive guidance aims to simplify the design coding process for local authorities
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NewsdMFK completes 201 Bishopsgate
dMFK Architects has transformed the seventh floor of 201 Bishopsgate into 35,500 sq ft of office space for Storey, British Land’s flexible workspace brand. Initially designed by SOM, the building’s structure is shaped by the railway line on which it sits atop. The original seventh-floor floorplate centred around a triangular ...
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NewsDagenham block of flats engulfed by fire had known safety issues since 2020
An external wall survey showed the building ‘did not fully comply with building regulations at the time of build’
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NewsAHMM’s Liverpool venue honouring Ken Dodd gets go-ahead
“Happiness Centre” will connect with Royal Court Theatre and include smile-themed façade
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NewsBristol consults on plan to convert council homes into temporary homeless accommodation
Over a year, 216 homes could be made available as temporary accommodation
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NewsSheppard Robson gets go-ahead for retrofit of Foggo Associates’ City landmark
Project aims to improve sustainability and wellbeing performance
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NewsPolicy Exchange report warns Labour against ditching beauty agenda in ‘dash for units’
Thinktank calls on Labour to rediscover early socialists’ commitment to beauty
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FeaturesAYA 2024 shortlists: Interior Architect of the Year, sponsored by Zentia
In a series celebrating BD’s Architect of the Year Awards finalists, we look at the Interior Architect of the Year shortlist, sponsored by Zentia
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OpinionAvoiding an amnesic approach: Reflections on the race riots
Kudzai Matsvai on how the recent far-right riots underline the urgent need to address systemic injustices within the architectural profession and wider built environment
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NewsRIBA exhibition puts spotlight on Britain’s most challenging architectural projects
RIBA exhibition explores how architects have overcome Britain’s most challenging sites to create groundbreaking buildings
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NewsAberdeen City Council decides demolition is the safest option for 500 RAAC homes
Homes containing the lightweight concrete will be demolished and rebuilt at a cost of £130m
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NewsLabour-commissioned transport review urges study into new rail link between Midlands and West Yorkshire
Report will inform new government’s thinking, says transport secretary
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FeaturesAYA 2024 shortlists: Best Architect Employer of the Year
In a series celebrating BD’s Architect of the Year Awards finalists, we look at the Best Architect Employer of the Year shortlist
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Information - BDCPD 12 2024: Future-proofing balcony and terrace flooring
Sponsored by Ryno, this module takes a deep dive into balcony and terrace flooring, looking at the regulations and standards which govern design, alongside the common challenges and best practices
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NewsWilkinsonEyre drawing up plans for 150m tower on site of scrapped Farshid Moussavi scheme
Investor hoping to build up to 32 storeys on 130 Fenchurch street under plans being drawn up by Wilkinson Eyre