Building Weekly Digest | 26 July 2024
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This week, we spotlight Paris 2024’s sustainability goals with insights from Ben Flatman , including interviews with ES GLOBAL ’s Olly Watts on temporary structures and Sophie Thompson ’s analysis of the Seine’s transformation.
In politics, Daniel Gayne explores Labour’s "grey belt" housing plans, while Denise Chevin MBE discusses maintaining quality amidst the push for 1.5 million new homes. Patricia Moore from Turner & Townsend examines the need for new skills to support Labour’s growth agenda.
Industry updates feature David Rogers report on ISG’s sale and Carole O'Neil ’s strategy for Cundall ’s global expansion. Martha Tsigkari of Foster + Partners delves into AI’s impact on architecture.
Explore all this and more in our curated roundup below.
Paris 2024
Paris 2024 aims to cut carbon emissions by 50% and uses existing and temporary venues. Discover Ben Flatman 's insights into this fresh approach and the Games' sustainability efforts. Read the full article here
The Paris Olympics focuses on sustainability by using 95% existing and temporary venues, building on the innovative design principles established by London 2012. Ben Flatman interviews Olly Watts , CEO of ES GLOBAL , a company that provides temporary structures, including a significant portion of the Olympic climbing center. Continue reading here
Sophie Thompson from LDA explores Paris 2024’s ambitious goals, including making the Seine swimmable and achieving significant environmental improvements. For more insights on this transformative vision, read the full article.
Politics highlights
Labour’s “grey belt” plan aims to repurpose less attractive green belt areas for housing, potentially boosting supply. Explore Daniel Gayne’s detailed report to understand the policy's implications and developments. Read on here.
In her insightful article, Denise Chevin MBE discusses the challenge of balancing speed with quality in Labour’s ambitious housebuilding plans. For a deeper dive into how Labour plans to ensure quality amidst rapid construction, read the full article here.
The new government’s agenda requires robust construction capacity. Patricia Moore of Turner & Townsend argues that attracting and developing diverse skills is essential for delivering Labour's ambitious growth and infrastructure goals. Read the full article to explore how the sector can rise to the challenge.
Wes Streeting criticised the previous government's New Hospital Programme for its unrealistic 2030 timeline, revealing it will miss the target. Read more on the revised schedule and funding details here.
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The latest on ISG
David Rogers reports on the ongoing sale of ISG, delayed by US regulatory hurdles. Despite earlier promises of a swift conclusion, ISG’s chairman remains confident in the deal's completion. The sale, involving a South African businessman, promises significant investment and management changes. Former finance director Karen Booth is assisting with due diligence. For more details, read the full article here
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Industry trends: Our AI-driven futures; Global hotspots for sustainable engineering
Martha Tsigkari of Foster + Partners argues that the debate over AI in architecture needs to advance beyond repetitive themes and superficial discussions. As AI transforms workflows, the industry must rethink professional value and compensation in an AI-driven future. For a deeper understanding of these critical issues, read the full article here.
Carole O'Neil , managing partner at Cundall , outlines the firm's strategy to expand internationally, focusing on sustainable engineering. Carl Brown reports on how Cundall is growing in the Asia-Pacific region and opening new offices in India and the Philippines to balance UK revenue with global income. For insights into their ambitious plans, read the full article here.
Events update
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From the newsdesk
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