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 […]
HOW CAN TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEYS HELP WITH PLANNING PERMISSION?
INTRODUCTION When it comes to obtaining planning permission for construction projects, having accurate and detailed information about the land is crucial. This is where topographical surveys, also known as topo surveys, play a vital role. A topographical survey provides essential data about the physical features and contours of a site, which can greatly aid in […]
SHDF WAVE 2.2: TRANSFORMING COMMUNITIES THROUGH SUSTAINABLE HOUSING
Approximately 17% of the UK’s carbon emissions come from housing, making the transition to sustainable and energy-efficient homes an urgent priority. Recognising the need for action, the UK government has introduced the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund. This is a transformative initiative aimed at decarbonising social housing and benefiting communities across the nation. In this article, […]
HOW CAN 3D MODELS BENEFIT OUR CLIENTS?: EMBRACING THE POWER OF 3D MODELS IN SURVEYING
INTRODUCTION At Spatial Dimensions, we are passionate about helping our clients and helping them get their projects off to the best start possible! As surveying professionals, we understand the importance of accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration in the design, construction, and maintenance of the built environment. That’s why we have fully embraced the power of 3D […]