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Why Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE) Matters More Than Ever

Why Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE) Matters More Than Ever

Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE, discussed here) has moved from being an optional extra to an essential part of responsible building delivery. It is the evidence-based link between design ambition and operational reality. While many teams now recognise what POE is,...
How to Design Buildings That Keep Materials in Play

How to Design Buildings That Keep Materials in Play

Most buildings end up being demolished, stripped, and replaced. Forward-thinking designers are challenging this approach, asking: What if every building could serve as a materials bank? The future of construction lies in keeping materials in use for longer and...
How Digital Twins and BIM Are Driving Whole Life Carbon Reduction

How Digital Twins and BIM Are Driving Whole Life Carbon Reduction

The construction industry, a major source of global emissions, is entering a new digital era. At the forefront of this shift are Digital Twins and Building Information Modelling (BIM).These technologies are transforming how we design, build, and operate buildings. By...
Financing Sustainable Construction: The Rise of Green Mortgages

Financing Sustainable Construction: The Rise of Green Mortgages

As we have explored in our previous articles, financing the shift to sustainable construction is no longer just a policy goal. It’s becoming a financial reality. Investors and lenders are increasingly backing projects that deliver both environmental and economic...
Decoding Whole Life Carbon Assessment for Sustainable Buildings

Decoding Whole Life Carbon Assessment for Sustainable Buildings

We’ve previously discussed the importance of carbon assessments in shaping a more sustainable built environment. Building on that foundation, Whole Life Carbon Assessment (WLCA) takes this understanding a step further. It provides a comprehensive framework for...
Decarbonising Existing Buildings: A Critical Path to Net Zero

Decarbonising Existing Buildings: A Critical Path to Net Zero

Achieving net zero by 2050 puts the spotlight firmly on our existing buildings. While new, energy-efficient developments get plenty of attention, the majority of the building stock that will exist in 2050 is already here. This presents a significant challenge, and an...