DIY vs Professional: When to Call a Structural Engineer During Renovations
This article guides homeowners on when to involve a structural engineer during renovations, highlighting legal requirements, insurance implications, cost considerations, and regional differences. It emphasises the importance of professional input for compliance, safety, and safeguarding your investment against long-term risks.
Removing a Chimney Breast? Structural Steps to Do It Safely
This article provides a comprehensive guide to safely removing a chimney breast, covering structural implications, legal requirements such as building regulations and the Party Wall Act, the importance of professional input, support solutions, project costs, and insurance considerations for UK homeowners.
Merdeka 118: Reaching New Heights in Sustainable Design
Merdeka 118 soars above Kuala Lumpur’s skyline – a crystalline megatall tower that’s officially the world’s second tallest building.
Steel “Oops”: 5 Common Construction Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Even experienced teams make mistakes. This blog breaks down five common steel construction errors—from misaligned bolts to missing bracing—and offers practical tips to avoid them on your next project.
When Steel Goes Wrong: True Tales of Structural Failures and Lessons Learned
What happens when steel fails? From tragic collapses to engineering embarrassments, this post dives into real-world structural failures, the lessons they teach, and why learning from the past is essential to safer, smarter builds.
Lego Architecture: The Rise of Modular Steel Construction
Discover how modular steel construction is transforming the industry with faster builds, improved safety, and reduced waste. From high-rise towers to rapid hospital extensions, this blog explores the benefits, challenges, and future of building with “grown-up Lego blocks.”
Sphere of Light: Las Vegas’s MSG Sphere Redefines Immersive Entertainment
The MSG Sphere in Las Vegas is not your typical arena – it’s a 366-foot-tall orb that lights up the skyline with 580,000 square feet