HOW TO SOLVE THE LONDON HOUSING CRISIS: BUILDING UPWARDS OR OUTWARDS?
THE NEED FOR LONDON HOUSING Over the last five years, London has built an average of over 37,000 homes. Nearly 70% of this housing was built for the private sector. In a recent article, the NLA highlighted a need for 74,000 houses annually. This is a massive 200% increase on its current rate. Government schemes, […]
WARM HOMES: SOCIAL HOUSING FUND (WH:SHF) WAVE 3 & IT’S LONG TERM IMPACT
The Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund (WH:SHF), formally known as The Social Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) is a proactive government fund launched in 2021. Since the initial demonstrator £1.1 billion has been awarded across Britain. As well as The SHDF Demonstrator (2021), we saw funding in SHDF Wave 1 (2022), SHDF 2.1 (2023) and SHDF 2.2 […]
HOW CAN OUR FREE GUIDE HELP YOU TO SPECIFY A RETROFIT SURVEY?
Getting the most out of a retrofit project has never been more important. The implications for climate, affordability and profitability all depend on maximising the opportunities afforded to us. This starts with the survey. Our guide to specifying a retrofit survey gives you a breakdown of important aspects of a site visit. This is informed […]
HOW DOES LASER SCANNING BENEFIT THE OFFSITE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY?
In the ever-evolving construction landscape, offsite manufacturing is making significant strides as a way to push the industry forward. It’s also a valuable solution for minimizing delays and boosting precision. To put it simply, offsite construction involves crafting a building’s parts in a controlled space away from the actual build site. Today, let’s explore the […]
THE POWER OF RETROFITS: ENHANCING SUSTAINABILITY & EFFICIENCY IN UK CONSTRUCTION
INTRODUCTION In an era of increasing environmental awareness and the need for energy efficiency, retrofits have emerged as a transformative solution within the UK construction industry. By upgrading existing buildings to modern standards, retrofits offer numerous benefits that go beyond sustainability. At Spatial Dimensions, we are passionate about helping our clients create spaces that everybody […]
THE DECARBONISATION OF HERITAGE BUILDINGS: HOW RETROFITTING IS SHAPING THE FUTURE
The decarbonisation and partial redesign of heritage, or historic buildings, has become a hotly debated topic in recent years. Currently, over 25% of the United Kingdom’s residential properties are over 100 years old. It’s common knowledge that heating and energy bills have shot up in recent years. The cost of living crisis, along with the […]
HOW IS THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY SHAPING THE RACE TO NET ZERO?
In the ever-evolving narrative of our environment, the construction industry plays a pivotal role. This has never been more true as we work towards a more sustainable future. As we navigate through the intricacies of environmental change, it’s heartening to see this sector take meaningful strides towards net zero. Net-zero, retrofit and environmental sustainability have […]
THE ANGLO-FRENCH SURVEY & IT’S LEGACY
THE START OF A GROUNDBREAKING SURVEY In the rich tapestry of the surveying industry’s history, few threads are as significant as the Anglo-French Survey. It marked a moment when the profession of surveying leapt forward. The Anglo-French Survey set a precedent that has influenced professionals throughout our field to this very day. The survey was […]
HOW ARE DRONES SHAPING THE WORLD OF SURVEYING?
In our ever-evolving world, the pace of technological advances can almost feel dizzying. The emergence of drone surveying has marked a significant shift in how we can approach surveying. These remarkable machines are not just transforming the landscape of traditional surveying; they’re reshaping how we connect with and understand our environment. Let’s explore this exciting […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF ON-SITE DETECTION AND MARK OUTS FOR YOUR UNDERGROUND UTILITY SURVEY
WHAT IS ON SITE DETECTION? On-site detection for underground utilities involves the use of various methods to accurately identify and locate underground utility lines. The most common types of surveys are conducted with the use of ground penetrating radar (GPR) and electromagnetic location surveys (EML). Ground penetrating radar survey – a non-invasive geophysical method used […]