Passivhaus clarification required for improved compliance

New build housing will need to meet the Scottish equivalent of the Passivhaus standard within two years. But is there enough understanding of the...

Should dispute resolution be at the “Heart” of every contract?

By Lisa Dromgoole, managing associate at law firm Womble Bond Dickinson IT'S not often that a construction lawyer has cause to consider the world of...
Stuart Fleming

Why first-times still matter: reflections ahead of UKREiiF 2026

By Stuart Fleming, director at Will Rudd, Edinburgh THIS year marks 25 years since I joined Will Rudd. It will also be my first time...

Recognising what it takes to make a great development

By Steven Simpson, MD, Cruden Homes East AFTER the shut-downs, materials shortages and lack of skilled workers that have challenged the housebuilding industry over the...

The future of offices

By Dave Kelman, project director for Crosswind Developments While we can’t predict with any real certainty what our offices will look like in the future,...

What are the likely post-Brexit outcomes for those working with timber?

By Nigel Buckley Ryan, UK sales director, merchants, Södra WHILE no one can really say with any great certainty what a deal - or lack of...

Turning up the heat on temperature regulation

By Giulia Kapp, marketing manager at Daikin No matter how astonishing a building looks, it’s all a waste if the inside is uninhabitable - especially...

Our products are net carbon negative – but our journey is not over yet!

Steve Roebuck, European health & safety director at West Fraser explains why achieving net carbon negative status for the products is not the end...

How Scottish architecture is making its mark on global design

By Christoph Ackermann, architect and principal at BDP Glasgow THE proud architecture of Scotland has always reflected social movements, imitated prevailing ideas and influenced design...
MJ O'Shaughnessy

Breathing new life into Glasgow’s built heritage

By MJ O'Shaughnessy, MD for Will Rudd Glasgow & Ireland With our city landscapes continually evolving, the eye is naturally drawn to the plethora of...

Scotland: building and fire safety regulation post-Grenfell

By Rosie Gollan, Edinburgh-based solicitor at law firm Womble Bond Dickinson FOLLOWING the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, the UK Government has been reviewing...
Hambleside Danelaw roof

Understanding demands for ridge line ventilation

Consideration of high-level roof ventilation is a key requirement for cold and warm pitched roofs. Solutions such as dry fix ridge systems and tile...

Offsite construction has finally made it to the mainstream

Mike Stevenson, Sidey development director, tells Project Scotland why offsite construction has finally reached a point where it can positively disrupt the way housing...

Ventilation fund grants for small businesses are ‘simply the wrong answer’

By Gregor Stewart, director at Stewart Temperature Solutions, based in Ayr THERE is no doubt we should applaud the fact that, in the wake of...

Early engagement key to future-proofing buildings

By Andrew Thornton, associate director, Thomas & Adamson THE roll out of free early years childcare across Scotland, alongside a rising population and ageing portfolio,...

The commercial challenges facing the Scottish market post-lockdown

By Chris McLagan, a partner at Robinson Low Francis, independent cost and property consultants Spring is typically the time of year when construction activity begins...

Regeneration companies are key to delivering on the deals signed at COP26

By Martin McKay, executive director of regeneration at Clyde Gateway COP26 delegates will be welcomed upon arrival by People Make Glasgow Greener, and when they...

Scotland’s dilemma: how to guide workers from fossil fuel past to sustainable future

Christian Warden, engagement director at Construction Talent Retention Scheme and Talentview Construction, a government-backed platform that allows those with construction experience to showcase their...

Can online pay portals combat blame culture?

By Colin Darch, business process consultant at OPEN ECX BLAME culture is a contentious topic in the construction industry, particularly when it comes to invoicing...
Duradrain product

Reducing waste the circular way this European Week for Waste Reduction

By Andy Leah, general manager of Duraproducts AS we mark this year’s European Week for Waste Reduction, the message remains clear: waste prevention is not...