The Yeomanry Close retirement housing facility on Priory Road, Warwick, now boasts a modernised passenger lift as part of a comprehensive refurbishment plan with Warwick District Council aimed at enhancing the safety and reliability of lift systems across their buildings. With the original lift system dating back to 1984, the
1. Building dreams one brick at a time. Every brick placed on a job site is a step toward making a dream real. This quote reminds us that even small, careful actions add up to create something big. Each brick symbolizes a part of a vision coming to life, showing
MEPC has announced the completion of its £40 million Nebula development at Milton Park, Oxfordshire, the UK’s largest single ownership innovation community. Comprising seven sustainable research and development (R&D) workspaces totalling nearly 80,000 sq ft, Nebula’s design and build focused on environmentally conscious materials, such as incorporating glue-laminated (glulam) structural
Caddick has received outline planning approval from Wigan Council for its Ashton Park development, a 360,000 sq ft industrial scheme set to bring a £46m boost to the local economy. Situated off Lockett Road in Ashton-in-Makerfield, the 19-acre site sits at the edge of the South Lancashire Industrial Estate, offering
Thakeham, one of the leading housebuilders in the south of England, has secured outline planning approval for a development on Land North West of Preston Farm in Bookham, Surrey from Mole Valley District Council’s Planning Committee. Land North West of Preston Farm has received a resolution to grant outline planning
Refurbishment specialists, Better Green Living, has unveiled the latest renovated student bedrooms at King’s College London’s Great Dover Street Apartments near London Bridge, marking the next stage of work in transforming the university’s residential offering. As the principal renovation and special works provider, Better Green Living has to date transformed
All of the 36,000 personalised granite stones that will make up the spectacular Everton Way have now been sold. The paved walkway had been widened due to popular demand along the entire length of the exterior of the south stand at Everton Stadium, expanding earlier this season from the original plan
The Centre, Livingston is gearing up to welcome Starbucks as its latest addition, with the global coffee giant set to open later this month. Taking a 3,200 sq ft unit with seating for 90 customers, the new Starbucks location is expected to start serving mid-February, adding to the shopping destination’s
NATIONAL procurement specialist Pagabo has launched a campaign to support the UK’s public and private sectors with adopting and benefiting from the latest procurement reform, which will come into effect on 24 February when the Procurement Act 2023 goes live. ‘Act on Procurement’ is simplifying the legalisation within the Procurement
SPECIALIST engineering consultancy Hexa has announced the opening of its new office in Sheffield, marking significant expansion into the North of England. In addition, Harry Davison and Jake Adams have been promoted to associates and will be leading the new Sheffield presence. Harry, a senior engineer, joined Hexa in 2021, bringing with him
The Yeomanry Close retirement housing facility on Priory Road, Warwick, now boasts a modernised passenger lift as part of a comprehensive refurbishment plan with Warwick District Council aimed at enhancing the safety and reliability of lift systems across their buildings. With the original lift system dating back to 1984, the infrastructure had aged significantly, necessitating upgrades to meet current fire safety, accessibility and operational regulations. The new lift system by Stannah not only meets these standards but also includes features that ensure a safer, more accessible and comfortable experience for Yeomanry Close residents, supporting their mobility and independence. The client Originally built in 1984, Yeomanry Close is a retirement housing facility managed by Warwick District Council. The building consists of 31 one-bedroom flats and offers a wide range of services and amenities to support its elderly residents. Key facilities include lifts, stair lifts, laundry services, landscaped gardens, activities room, hairdressing salon, library and more. The entire site is wheelchair accessible, ensuring that residents can move freely and comfortably throughout the building. The project, awarded directly to Stannah Lifts in partnership with Seddons and Warwick District Council (WDC), involved a complete refurbishment of the building’s outdated lift system. In collaboration with Seddons, the client was involved in selecting lift car interiors that would meet both functional needs and design preferences, ensuring the refurbished lift would enhance overall performance. The work The original lifts at Yeomanry Close had seen minimal updates since the building’s construction, gradually becoming outdated in both function and safety standards. As the building entered a phase of broader refurbishment, managed by Seddons, it became clear that the lifts no longer met the updated fire safety policies for the site and required substantial improvements. This highlighted the need for a full lift refurbishment to comply with modern regulations and ensure the safety of the building’s residents. It was determined that a complete refurbishment would be more cost-effective than a partial lift upgrade and better suited to ensuring compliance with fire safety and accessibility standards. Additionally, the new lift system would seamlessly integrate with other modernisations in the building, contributing to a cohesive upgrade throughout. This comprehensive approach created a secure and accessible environment for all residents, future-proofing the facility’s infrastructure for years to come. The challenges Refurbishing the lift system presented several challenges, primarily due to the need to work within a live environment where residents continued to occupy the building. Coordinating with other stakeholders required close communication and scheduling to minimise disruption and ensure the comfort and safety of residents. Working alongside multiple teams required careful planning to avoid conflicts in timing, workspace usage and access. Stannah collaborated closely with all stakeholders, including Warwick District Council and on-site contractors, to ensure that the project remained on schedule and within budget. The solution Stannah proposed a comprehensive lift refurbishment solution that addressed both aesthetic and safety concerns while fully aligning with current regulatory standards. The refurbishment included a complete interior upgrade, which the client helped to choose, ensuring the new design reflected the building’s aesthetic vision. As part of the safety upgrades, robust, fire-rated doors were installed and the lifts were brought up to BS EN 81-73 fire safety standards, enabling reliable emergency recall in case of a fire. Additionally, the lift alarm systems were upgraded to meet BS EN 81-28 standards, ensuring that emergency communication systems were dependable and fully compliant. Given the needs of elderly residents and the commitment to maintaining full wheelchair access through the building, accessibility was a central focus of the refurbishment. The lifts were updated to meet BS EN 81-70 standards, which include enhanced control panels, clear signage and other accessibility features designed to support ease of use for all residents. The result The newly refurbished lift system at Yeomanry Close now offers step-free access across all three floors, enabling residents to move safely and freely throughout the building. The lift’s car finishes were carefully chosen to complement the sophisticated interior design with lower linen wall panels and white-panelled upper walls. The existing exterior architraves were wrapped to seamlessly blend with the surrounding decor to create a sleek and cohesive look. Overall, the entire refurbishment adheres to the standards specified in BS EN 8486-2, which governs the safe and efficient operation of lifts in residential buildings. By choosing a full refurbishment over a partial upgrade, Stannah Lifts achieved a cost-effective solution designed to meet the building’s long-term functional and aesthetic needs that are now in line with current fire safety and accessibility regulations, significantly improving overall living at Yeomanry Close. Andy Miller, Branch Manager at the Stannah West Midlands & Mid Wales branch said: “We’re proud to have worked with Warwick District Council again, helping to improve their lift systems for the safety of their residents and the efficiency of their buildings. This partnership reflects our commitment to enhancing accessibility and ensuring that all community members can move freely and safely within their environments.” Martyn Stacey from Warwick District Council said: “We’ve worked with Stannah on multiple of our residential developments and it’s been a pleasure working with them again. Their dedication to enhancing accessibility and lift performance demonstrates a genuine commitment to improving residents’ quality of life. Thanks for a great refurbishment, it’s been a pleasure working with you.” www.stannahlifts.co.uk Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
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MEPC has announced the completion of its £40 million Nebula development at Milton Park, Oxfordshire, the UK’s largest single ownership innovation community. Comprising seven sustainable research and development (R&D) workspaces totalling nearly 80,000 sq ft, Nebula’s design and build focused on environmentally conscious materials, such as incorporating glue-laminated (glulam) structural timber beams in place of steel, in what is believed to be a UK-first for a R&D workspace. With construction delivered by Barnwood Limited, Nebula’s use of sustainably sourced and recyclable beams instead of steel has significantly reduced its carbon footprint. The innovative approach has contributed to an upfront embodied carbon saving of 686 tonnes of CO₂ throughout construction, the equivalent of 196 return flights to Hong Kong. Aimed at science, technology or advanced engineering companies, Nebula’s buildings have internal vaulted roof heights of 8m, providing flexibility for occupiers with requirements for large-scale scientific equipment or advanced engineering instruments. Following widespread interest from a wide variety of companies with R&D requirements, MEPC has revealed one of the R&D workspaces has been taken as a pre-let. The completion follows the announcement of a refreshed Local Development Order (LDO) at Milton Park. As the UK’s first data-driven, green-focused planning agreement,the LDO is expected to support thousands of new jobs and permit 4.2m sq ft of development. In the coming years, it will streamline planning decisions for its occupiers to just ten days, bringing forward new flexible laboratories, offices and amenities. It also follows last month’s announcement by the Government of plans to boost infrastructure and attract new investment into the Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor, to attract up to £78bn into the economy by 2035 and realise its potential as a global centre for science and innovation. Commenting on the completion, Science Minister and Oxford-Cambridge Innovation Champion, Lord Vallance, said: “Modern, high-tech facilities are essential to taking full advantage of rapidly developing science and technology and in fulfilling our ambitions for the Oxford-Cambridge corridor to be an economic engine for the whole of the UK. “Nebula’s new development of large-scale innovation space will support a range of growing industries, helping businesses to get off the ground and progress, and in turn supporting this Government’s number one mission of economic growth.” Philip Campbell, commercial director at MEPC Milton Park, said: “Nebula’s completion follows on the heels of the Government’s Oxford to Cambridge announcement and plans to create a “Silicon Corridor” of growth. “Delivered through our streamlined ten-day planning LDO, Nebula has been driven by the project team’s collective ambition to create a new R&D development which seamlessly blends design and sustainability, creating an attractive work environment for future occupiers to innovate. “Following this significant milestone, we’re looking forward to opening the doors and showing new and prospective occupiers around this flagship project for Milton Park.” Nebula’s occupiers will benefit from MEPC’s £7m infrastructure investment to enhance Milton Park’s energy capacity, alongside electric charging provision for up to 32 vehicles. Alongside the development targeting BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and EPC A energy efficiency standards, surplus wood from the site was also intercepted and donated to RAW Workshop, an Oxfordshire-based social enterprise, where it was recycled into educational materials and new products, maximising Nebula’s environmental and social impact credentials. Working alongside Milton Park and Barnwood Limited as part of the project team are SRA Architects, ASA Landscape Architects, CBRE (leasing agents), Ridge & Partners LLP (BREEAM, cost management, M&E, principal design, project management), Stantec (civil and structural engineering), Mainer Associates (sustainability consultant), William Downie Associates (utilities) and Cundall (carbon consultant). For more information on Nebula, please visit: www.miltonpark.co.uk/availability/nebula-190-192-park-drive Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Caddick has received outline planning approval from Wigan Council for its Ashton Park development, a 360,000 sq ft industrial scheme set to bring a £46m boost to the local economy. Situated off Lockett Road in Ashton-in-Makerfield, the 19-acre site sits at the edge of the South Lancashire Industrial Estate, offering excellent access to J23, 24, and 25 of the M6, as well as key transport links across the region. Designed with flexibility in mind, the scheme can accommodate either a single large unit or multiple smaller units, with a large power supply and height parameters of up to 18 metres. Targeting the manufacturing and logistics sectors, Ashton Park is expected to generate around 700 skilled jobs, including 400 construction roles and a strong focus on apprenticeships. The development also prioritises sustainability, aiming for a BREEAM Excellent certification. Plans include EV charging facilities, a solar-panel-ready roof, battery storage, and air source heat pumps, reinforcing Caddick’s commitment to green building practices. With its prime location near public transport routes, the scheme encourages sustainable commuting. Facilities such as showers, drying rooms, and cycle storage will further support employees who choose to run or cycle to work. Tom Park, Associate Director at Caddick, commented: “We are incredibly pleased that Wigan Council has recognised the importance of this site by granting outline planning consent. Ashton Park has the potential to drive tens of millions of pounds in local investment, addressing the significant demand for sustainable industrial space in the North West. “The development offers substantial scale and is strategically positioned within the prime M6 corridor—an area that has been undersupplied for years. The high level of occupier interest we’re seeing reflects this ongoing demand.” This approval follows Caddick’s successful completion of the first phase of a 544,000 sq ft logistics hub at Farington Park, where its construction division is now delivering a fit-out for anchor tenant Victorian Plumbing. For more details on Ashton Park, search reference number A/24/97381/OUTMAJ on Wigan Council’s planning portal. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Thakeham, one of the leading housebuilders in the south of England, has secured outline planning approval for a development on Land North West of Preston Farm in Bookham, Surrey from Mole Valley District Council’s Planning Committee. Land North West of Preston Farm has received a resolution to grant outline planning permission for up to 200 new net zero carbon one to four-bedroom homes, 40% of which will be affordable in compliance with planning policy, and a new community centre. Each sustainable home is planned to have features including dedicated electric vehicle charging points and secure cycle storage. Targeting an onsite biodiversity net gain of over 20%, the development will feature landscaping and new planting to create approximately 45 acres of open space and a new country park that will be open to the wider community. Additional landscaping will also take place around existing lakes to improve blue space. A reserved matters application will be made in due course further detailing the development’s layout, design and landscaping. Tristan Robinson, Thakeham’s Director of External Affairs, said: “After undertaking a comprehensive public consultation process for Land North West of Preston Farm, we are pleased to receive backing from Mole Valley District Council. The scheme includes 40% affordable housing – something urgently needed locally – and significant new public open spaces for everyone to enjoy.” Land North West of Preston Farm lies on the western settlement edge of Bookham, which is made up of the two historic settlements of Great Bookham and Little Bookham. The site is strategically located close to Leatherhead, Guildford and Dorking, with easy access to the M25, M25/A3 junction and Bookham railway station. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Refurbishment specialists, Better Green Living, has unveiled the latest renovated student bedrooms at King’s College London’s Great Dover Street Apartments near London Bridge, marking the next stage of work in transforming the university’s residential offering. As the principal renovation and special works provider, Better Green Living has to date transformed over 60 flats, 392 bedrooms and bathrooms and 64 communal led kitchen spaces for the University, protecting the legacy of the revered institution. This is the latest milestone in the 17-phase refurbishment project at the Great Dover Street apartments, which is expected to complete later this year. Working collaboratively with King’s College London, Better Green Living consulted students at the outset of the project in 2021 to understand their needs and wants for student accommodation and communal spaces. The result is a scheme that blends architectural design, practicality of use, circular economy, and future maintenance considerations to create an inspirational study environment and modern space for students to socialise and relax. The flats have been fully refurbished to the highest industry standards, featuring complete rewiring and updated plumbing, as well as custom-designed furniture and murals in the bedrooms. Since 2021, Better Green Living has extensively refurbished spaces at King’s College London Stamford Street apartments, to promote sustainability principles and student wellbeing. Better Green Living has implemented a zero-landfill policy to help reduce waste during the project, using strict circular economy principles such as recycling and repurposing materials, and ensuring the durability of products to avoid waste. Charles Gallagher, Director of King’s Community Business Services, said: “At King’s Residences, we’re more than just a place to live – we’re a community where over 6,000 students each year come to grow, learn, and create lasting memories. Whether it’s navigating the challenges of independent living or celebrating milestones with friends, we’re here to support students every step of the way. “Our partnership with Better Green Living reflects our commitment to creating vibrant, inclusive spaces that feel like home. These upgraded residences aren’t just about a roof over your head – they’re about fostering connections, building life skills, and creating an environment where students can thrive during their time at King’s and well into their future.” Tom Dodson, Chief Operations Officer at Better Green Living, said: “We are proud to have created over 360 design-led environments for students living across King’s College London and to unveil this latest phase of works. We work to cause minimal disruption for students and all our projects are thoughtfully curated with students’ well-being in mind, creating inviting communal spaces for connection and ensuring personal rooms provide a comfortable environment for their private time. “With 17 phases in total across King’s College London student accommodation, we have already completed 12 and have five phases remaining. We look forward to starting the next phase to create 165 even more modernised spaces for new cohorts of students joining the university in 2025.” Better Green Group is a creative design and build production company, with three divisions, the newest of which is Better Green Living, a sustainably led construction company dedicated to bespoke refurbishment projects within the education and commercial sectors. For more information visit: www.better-greenliving.com/. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
All of the 36,000 personalised granite stones that will make up the spectacular Everton Way have now been sold. The paved walkway had been widened due to popular demand along the entire length of the exterior of the south stand at Everton Stadium, expanding earlier this season from the original plan of 28,000 stones which had sold out in 2023. The final stones were secured by fans just days after work commenced on the huge installation, which will be a focal point for visitors to Everton Stadium – featuring personal messages that celebrate Evertonians’ births, marriages, anniversaries and loved ones. Anyone who has purchased a stone on Everton Way still has an opportunity to purchase a replica stone, which will be presented in an Everton-branded display box. These replica stones offer an additional memento, along with the option of a personalised A4 presentation certificate of authentication. This can be done by logging into your Everton Way account, selecting ‘adding product to booking’ within the order, and choosing the replica option. More information can be found HERE For supporters who missed out on the chance to be part of Everton Way, there are further opportunities to cement your place at Everton Stadium and be part of history. The Club’s latest personalisation project, The Everton Fan Wall, offers the opportunity for fans to feature in a wall of ‘originals’, as part of a pictorial mosaic depicting Everton players who have realised unique achievements while representing the club, and those who have truly embodied the Everton spirit on and off the pitch. Evertonians around the world can submit a photo for inclusion, with all of the personal images pieced together to create a magnificent, supporter-inspired mosaic. Places on the fan wall are on sale now HERE Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
The Centre, Livingston is gearing up to welcome Starbucks as its latest addition, with the global coffee giant set to open later this month. Taking a 3,200 sq ft unit with seating for 90 customers, the new Starbucks location is expected to start serving mid-February, adding to the shopping destination’s extensive mix of retailers and eateries. With over 150 stores and restaurants, The Centre already boasts household names such as M&S, River Island, Flannels, H&M, Hotel Chocolat, Wagamama, Nando’s, and Five Guys. Over the past year, the retail hub has also welcomed exciting new arrivals, including Cinnabon, Rituals, Søstrene Grene, Las Iguanas, BeLeaf Juice Bar, Beauty’s Inn, Pop Specs, Buzart, Afro Crest, The Designer Rooms, Loris Parfum, The Watch Lab, Barclays Bank, and Elite Smile Dental Clinic. Adding to the line-up, Hollywood Bowl is set to open a 26,000 sq ft entertainment venue at The Centre next year, reinforcing its position as a top leisure and retail destination. Rakesh Joshi, Director at LCP, part of M Core, said: “We are delighted to kick off 2025 with the opening of Starbucks at The Centre, Livingston, further strengthening our commitment to attracting high-quality brands to the shopping centre. “The past year has been fantastic, with the arrival of international names such as Cinnabon, Rituals, and Søstrene Grene. As we expand into more experience-led activities, we have exciting plans in the pipeline that will enhance the overall visitor experience.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
NATIONAL procurement specialist Pagabo has launched a campaign to support the UK’s public and private sectors with adopting and benefiting from the latest procurement reform, which will come into effect on 24 February when the Procurement Act 2023 goes live. ‘Act on Procurement’ is simplifying the legalisation within the Procurement Act through a range of resources, including an extensive downloadable guide, explainer video, frequently asked questions and webinars – all created by the experienced experts at Pagabo. As well as explaining what changes will have to be considered by key stakeholders including contracting authorities and suppliers, and how it impacts them, Pagabo’s Act on Procurement campaign explores why 2025 will be a landmark year in the history of procurement legislation and how the well-established procurement specialist can help. Shamayne Harris, head of procurement at Pagabo, said: “Through our close contact with organisations varying in size across the public and private sectors, we’re well aware of the different levels of preparedness ahead of 24 February. With this in mind, we’ve established a collection of resources to increase access to knowledge and support around the Procurement Act – both before the Act goes live and afterwards – to help others compliantly navigate procurement reform. “There are lots of new concepts, definitions and processes for different professionals to familiarise themselves with, which we hope to have made more accessible and actionable. Pagabo is the UK’s leading procurement specialist, managing a suite of frameworks on behalf of public sector contracting authorities. The company provides UK and EU procurement law compliant framework agreements and bespoke consultancy – delivered and backed up by a team of MCIPS and NEC qualified procurement professionals. With an approach rooted in creating the maximum social value possible, works procured through Pagabo’s frameworks have to date enabled more than £6bn in social value for communities. The procurement specialist’s approach and appreciation of social value will become particularly valuable once the Procurement Act 2023 goes live, as the legislation contains significant provisions to encourage sustainability when awarding contracts. Shamayne added: “The Procurement Act presents a huge opportunity to increase simplicity, transparency and opportunity within procurement in the long-term, which will help to ensure the public purse is best utilised – making this an important moment in time. With central government continuing to unveil substantial plans for development of infrastructure, communities and public services, the time is now for everyone to pull together and help realise the potential for public procurement to provide value for money, economic growth and social value. “We’re encouraging anyone, no matter how much procurement concerns you day-to-day, to consider learning more and challenging their existing approach to projects that involve public and private sector collaboration.” Pagabo’s popular monthly webinar series Pagabo Live will be focussing on the Procurement Act in March, with the episode titled ‘Procurement Reform is Live – What Now?’ Those interested in receiving insights after the Procurement Act is implemented can register now ahead of the online session scheduled for 19 March: www.pagabo.co.uk/episodes/webinar-procurement-reform-reactions-from-the-public-sector To learn more about Act on Procurement and access Pagabo’s range of resources, head to www.pagabo.co.uk/procurement-reform Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
SPECIALIST engineering consultancy Hexa has announced the opening of its new office in Sheffield, marking significant expansion into the North of England. In addition, Harry Davison and Jake Adams have been promoted to associates and will be leading the new Sheffield presence. Harry, a senior engineer, joined Hexa in 2021, bringing with him a wealth of experience in residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. Jake, a structural technician, has been instrumental in the growth of Hexa’s Leeds office alongside director Richard Osbond since it opened in 2022, and brings a strong understanding of project delivery and client relationships. Harry Davison said: “This is a pivotal moment for Jake and I, as we spearhead Hexa’s growth in Sheffield. The city is undergoing a period of significant regeneration, and we are confident that Hexa can play a vital role in shaping the future of the city, and we are keen to meet like-minded people and have those conversations. Hexa has changed the skyline of Nottingham and Leeds; now it’s time to do it in Sheffield. “Having started as a student engineer and received great mentoring from all the senior Hexa team over the years, I’m also keen to help shape the next generation in the same way.” Jake Adams added: “We are committed to building strong relationships with clients and collaborators in Sheffield as we continue to immerse ourselves in networking and business development opportunities. We believe that our expertise, combined with our local knowledge, will enable us to deliver exceptional projects that meet the unique needs of the city. “We are both incredibly grateful to the leadership team at Hexa for backing our ambitions and to the senior team for being great role models. As two Sheffield locals, we are so motivated to deliver for our hometown and being able to live amongst a city we’ve helped to shape will be incredibly fulfilling. The new Hexa base is strategically located within Sheffield’s vibrant Heart of the City development. This prime spot provides easy access to key stakeholders, including architects, quantity surveyors, and other collaborators. The team has already secured several projects in Sheffield, including the prestigious West Bar development. The company is actively pursuing new opportunities and is confident that 2025 will be a year of significant growth for the Sheffield office. Richard Osbond, director at Hexa, said: “It’s great to be strongly kicking off 2025 with the opening of our office in Sheffield. Hexa has already secured several projects in Sheffield, including the prestigious West Bar development, which will allow our team to showcase its expertise in the region. “Both Harry and Jake bring a wealth of experience having supported our teams in Nottingham and Leeds, and have shown enormous passion in pursuing their professional goals as part of Hexa. I am confident in their ability to contribute to the city’s growth and in helping to deliver high-quality, sustainable projects.” For more information about Hexa, please visit https://www.hexaconsulting.co.uk/ Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals