Kensington and Chelsea Council has launched its first purpose-built extra care scheme within the Lots Road South development. This project demonstrates how sustainable building design can support social care by offering energy-efficient buildings within a dense urban setting. Its environmentally conscious approach underlines the importance of integrating low-impact construction into city infrastructure, supporting both community needs and environmental sustainability in construction. The UK...

Kensington and Chelsea Council has launched its first purpose-built extra care scheme, integrating sustainable building design and low carbon construction materials to achieve higher environmental performance within the wider Lots Road South development. The project highlights a rising focus on environmental sustainability in construction across the UK public sector. By prioritising energy-efficient buildings with low embodied carbon materials, the borough aims to reduce the whole life carbon...

Ward Williams, a UK-based construction consultancy, has announced expansion into five major cities as it strengthens its focus on sustainable building practices. The firm’s strategy centres on energy-efficient buildings, low embodied carbon materials and the integration of Whole Life Carbon Assessment into its project pipeline. As environmental sustainability in construction becomes urgent, the move signals a transition from policy to implementation through sustainable construction methods...

Ward Williams has expanded its footprint across five major UK cities, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable construction by appointing senior environmental experts. The consultancy will focus on leading low carbon design initiatives, green building practices and sustainable building design, responding to heightened demand for environmental sustainability in construction. This strategic growth supports the increasing need for Whole Life Carbon Assessment and sustainable building practices...

Mount Anvil has submitted proposals for 274 new homes in Chelsea, designed by PRP Architects, potentially setting a new benchmark for sustainable building design in dense urban developments. The project will likely face scrutiny for its approach to whole life carbon assessment and low carbon design, especially in a borough traditionally resistant to high-performance environmental planning strategies. As planning advances, its demonstration of sustainable construction methods and alignment with...

Wimbledon’s £200 million expansion has been spotlighted as a leading example of sustainable construction in sport infrastructure. The All England Club’s development plan integrates 38 new courts and a new public parkland, combining low-impact construction with green space restoration. The design prioritises biodiversity and sustainable building practices, offering clear alignment with environmental sustainability in construction and sustainable urban development goals. In the Gulf region,...

Kenoteq’s low-carbon K-Briq has officially entered full-scale commercial production. Comprising more than 90% recycled construction and demolition waste, this innovative product significantly reduces the embodied carbon in materials, cutting emissions by up to 90% compared to conventional clay bricks. As sustainable construction gains momentum globally, the K-Briq exemplifies a shift towards low carbon construction materials that contribute to whole life carbon reduction in the built...

NEXT Energy has unveiled the world’s first large-format building-integrated organic photovoltaic (BIPV) façade, marking a significant milestone for sustainable building design. This transparent solar-glass technology, now operational at the company’s Santa Barbara headquarters, exemplifies how renewable building materials can deliver both power generation and architectural performance. The integration of such technologies supports the shift toward net zero carbon buildings and highlights...

NEXT Energy has unveiled the first large-format transparent organic photovoltaic (OPV) façade at its Santa Barbara headquarters. This innovation exemplifies how building-integrated renewables can enhance sustainable building design without compromising architectural integrity. By transforming façades into energy-generating surfaces, the technology supports net zero carbon buildings and significantly contributes to reducing the carbon footprint of construction. As building-integrated...

A new digital tool is streamlining sustainable construction planning by converting Bills of Quantities into precise Bills of Materials. This incremental innovation improves lifecycle assessment accuracy and enhances resource efficiency in construction by reducing waste and aligning project data. Such advancements are essential for achieving consistent life cycle cost control and lowering the carbon footprint of construction projects. Simonton, a major North American manufacturer of windows and...