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The Importance of Architectural Conception in Mass Timber Projects

If you’re a specifier needing to integrate new biodiversity net gain requirements into your developments this article is well worth a read.

Have you ever been tasked with tendering and managing surveys? If so, you're likely familiar with how time consuming it can be to gather multiple quotes for each survey. That's where the RenKap Platform comes in. Now, you can simply upload a site and instantly receive a Tender Report featuring multiple quotes per survey. And the best part? All quotes are from vetted surveyors adhering to standardised, best practice RICS & British Standard scope of service. #Multiplesurveysoneplatform Follow ➡️ #renkapplatform #sitesurveys #planning #construction #propertydevelopment #ukhousing #landsurveying #brownfield #proptech #contech #property #architecture

Heritage building schemes require a sensitive approach, and as specialist #structuralengineers, we understand our role can often be significant. Restoring a historic building is not just about the aesthetics and heritage of the building, but also to its fabric, materials, structure, and above all else, safety. Here is a selection of some of the most high-profile, heritage schemes we have been involved with... #structuralengineering #valueengineering #heritagedevelopment #structuraldesign #construction #historicbuilding #engineering

Join Guillermo Saavedra from Miami Curtain Wall as he delves into the importance of understanding materials, their limitations, and best use-case scenarios. Learn how different environments influence material selection and why it's crucial to choose the right products for the right location. #BuildingMaterials #MaterialScience #MiamiCurtainWall #Architecture #Engineering #Construction #Waterproofing #Curtainwall #Glazing #RealEstate #BuildingEnvelope

Six and counting! Another Paragraph 84e countryside house of exceptional quality in the bag. #planning #planners #para84 #paragraph84 #selfbuild #housebuilding #architects #architecture #ruraldevelopment #rtpi #granddesigns #landscapearchitecture #residentialdevelopment

*APPEAL ALLOWED* We at Avalon are delighted to have secured consent at appeal for enhancements to Sideshore’s fantastic offer on Exmouth seafront! The proposals for a new multi-use hub building for Sideshore CIC provides purpose-built accommodation for the site operations, meeting space for use by local community groups and additional ancillary space to support events on the adjacent green space. The consent also secures WC facilities in a modest extension to the existing buildings all powered by renewable energy. The application was refused at Planning Committee against officer recommendation for approval in February 2023 on matters relating to impact on the character and appearance of the area. We submitted an appeal via the written representations route in June 2023 and are pleased to see that The Inspector fully agreed with our case that the proposed innovative, high quality and low impact design developed by HiltonBarnfield Architects was an appropriate response to the character of the site, it’s landscape setting and the constraints and opportunities it affords. The proposals have been underpinned by an ethos of delivering the lowest impact building as possible and incorporates reclaimed materials and “wildlife walls” into its façade while utilising light weight ground screw foundation design to minimise the need to break ground. A great result for talented multidisciplinary team including Sideshore CIC, Hilton Barnfield Architects, Coreus Group, Airey & Coles Consulting Engineers, Greengage and Avalon Planning & Heritage (Archaeology). #planning #planningapproval #planningappeal #consultancy #avalonplanningandheritage #sustainabledevelopment

Around the Pacific Northwest there are many Environmentally Critical Areas prone to erosion, settlement, and liquefaction. Especially here, we depend on the advice of geotechs. . . . . #engineering #architecture #wood #construction #framing #building #design #residential #remodel

There is no project too small! We are happy to help with your new project. If you need advise on any Listed Building repairs or the rebuilding of historic features, please give us a call today! #architect #architectinkent #architecture #kent #sussex #newproject #listedbuilding #listedbuildingconsent #planning #planningpermission #repairs #historic #conservation #countryside

Sustainable design for the laboratory space that is building the sustainable technologies of the future.