WHY IS LEVEL OF DETAIL (LOD) SO IMPORTANT?
Level of Detail (LOD) is a highly concept in construction based industries like architecture, engineering and surveying. It refers to the depth and complexity of information represented in models or drawings. You read about the definition of LOD here. DEFINING LEVEL OF DETAIL LOD describes the extent of detail included within survey data, which can […]
HOW CAN MEASURED SURVEYS SUPPORT SUSTAINABILITY IN ARCHITECTURE?
Measured surveys play an important role in aiding the architecture sectors‘ push towards greater sustainability. The UK government’s plan to reach net zero by 2050 is necessary. However, the goal itself has meant UK companies across the AEC sector have had to rethink their processes and goals. MAKING DECISIONS THROUGH ACCURATE DATA Reliable and accurate […]
CLAIRE FENWICK MADE A FELLOW AT THE CHARTERED INSTITUTION OF CIVIL ENGINEERING SURVEYORS
Spatial Dimensions founder and Managing Director, Claire Fenwick was recently made a Fellow at the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES). This caps off an incredible personal year for Claire. In March 2024, was voted to serve as the first president of The Survey Association who trained at the affiliated Survey School. This has […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
CLAIRE FENWICK TAKES ON THE DUCHENNE DASH FOR DUCHENNE UK
On the 17th and 18th of May, our Managing Director, Claire Fenwick, will be taking on the gruelling Duchenne Dash to raise money for Duchenne UK. We are asking for your support as Claire takes on this mammoth challenge for a more than worthwhile cause. You can donate here or through the link at the […]