Aug29th
Friday, August 29th, 2008
On Thursday I had the opportunity to take a closer look at One New Change, a massive development being built in the shadow of St Paul’s Cathedral in London by Land Securities. It has been designed by Jean Nouvel, one of the world’s most innovative architects who was also recently chosen to design a branch of the Louvre to be built in Abu Dhabi, on Saadiyat Island. One New Change will provide the first major retail space in the City of London and I am sure it will have quite an impact not least because it has an atrium and roof gardens giving public access to one of the best views of St Paul’s Cathedral. This is part of rescuing Wren’s masterpiece from the blight of 60’s architecture which all but obliterated close up views. Norman Fosters ‘Blade of Light’ Millennium Bridge led the way by opening up a great view from the south side of the river. (more…)
Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Aug22nd
Friday, August 22nd, 2008
It has been difficult keeping up with editing duties this week with the Olympics in full flow and Team GB having their most successful Olympic Games in a 100 years. Well done to all those taking part and to China for providing such a great spectacle. (more…)
Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Aug15th
Friday, August 15th, 2008
With recent studies showing that 19% of global electricity is being used for lighting, this week Buildingtalk is highlighting a number of key initiatives that are set to make a significant impact on lighting. GE Consumer and Industrial are providing free lighting energy audits which include practical advice that can translate into big savings. Greenstock Lamp Company launch lighting that lasts three times longer than standard products and Energy Conservation Solutions have new ‘Save It Easy’ retrofit energy efficient fluorescent lamps and ballasts. (more…)
Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Aug8th
Friday, August 8th, 2008
While housebuilders are suffering an unprecedented sharp slump in demand, civil engineering remains as strong as ever. The organisers of the Civils 2008, which takes place in London in November, wrote to say that GBP30 billion worth of projects are being showcased. With landmark projects like the 2012 Olympics, Crossrail and new developments in nuclear and alternative energy sources, they see no sign of a downturn in the civil engineering industry. Another positive indicator came from Glenigan who recorded a 25% jump in the value of projects starting on site during the first half of this year and they expect the flow of work to remain firm over the next twelve months. (more…)
Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
Aug1st
Friday, August 1st, 2008
There is certainly a great deal of anxiety in the industry with construction companies announcing several thousand job cuts in recent months. Industrial production is now falling too, and the service sector, which constitutes 74% of GDP, has also slowed. However, there is still a lot of business out there, particularly as buyers look to maintain margins by finding more economic options. They are now more open to new suppliers and new products and means its is a great opportunity to find new business. (more…)
Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
