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Sustainable Building Materials and Design: Is it the Future?
With the ever-growing global population and increasing environmental risk, issues of sustainability are something that the construction industry must consider. Sustainable building materials and designs are crucial for the future of building development. As structural...
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Are Drones and 3D Printing Changing the Construction Industry?
Like with so many industries, innovation is an important aspect of the construction industry. As new technology is developed, we must consider how it can improve the design or building process. As experienced structural engineers in Devon, we know how important it is...
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What Are Beams and Columns in Structural Engineering?
Structural engineers must consider many things when endeavouring to make structural designs a reality. One of the most important considerations will be stability. Stability is essential when ensuring that structures are safe and long-lasting. Beams and columns are two...
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Bridge Construction: How Do We Do it?
As you might imagine, bridge construction can be a complex operation; there are many possible building methods involved in the production of a bridge. As you drive across one of these impressive feats of engineering, you may find yourself wondering how exactly they...
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How to Successfully Manage a Site
As experienced structural engineers and chartered surveyors in Cornwall and Devon, we are no stranger to construction sites. To ensure your project is a success, proper site management will be essential. Successful site managers guarantee that the project is kept...
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A Brief History of Building Materials
Whether your project is on a large or small scale, the materials you use are going to be instrumental to its success. Construction and the development of building materials have been key components of human evolution and growth. The first building materials can be...
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How to Build a Treehouse
With the opportunity for our imaginations to take over, the idea of creating a treehouse is an exciting one. For many of us, building a treehouse was one of our childhood dreams and something we would love to create for the enjoyment of our children. Unfortunately,...
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A Timeline of the Tallest Buildings in the World
In recent years, and certainly since the industrial revolution, the prestigious accolade for The World’s Tallest Building has provoked stiff competition. Of course, the current holder of the tallest building in the world is none other than the Burj Khalifa in the...
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The Importance of Foundations
Foundations are the first part of any construction. They are incredibly important to the durability of a building, and if not completed correctly, they can affect the strength and resilience of the building once completed. In short, without a stable foundation, a...
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Step by Step Guide to Building an Extension
Discover which planning permissions and building regulations need to be taken into account when planning an extension as well as our top tips for the construction process.
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