SURVEY BUYERS GUIDE – SEPARATE A GOOD SURVEY FROM A CHEAP SURVEY
Choosing a surveyor should be straightforward. In reality, it’s become more difficult than ever. On the surface, many providers look the same. They have similar equipment, similar terminology, similar promises. Beneath that, the quality, reliability, and professionalism can vary dramatically, and those differences often only appear once a project is already underway. That’s why we’ve […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF 3D MODELS IN ALL RIBA STAGES
3D models now play a central role in modern construction. They give teams clear visual insight and accurate information from the first idea through long-term building use. They also support CAD and other survey outputs, creating a complete digital picture of every project. By using 3D models across the RIBA Plan of Work, teams improve […]
TACKLING THE SURVEY SKILLS GAP: INSIGHTS FROM KTUC25
Yesterday our Managing Director and TSA President Claire Fenwick joined a panel of leading voices at the KOREC Technology User Conference (KTUC25) to discuss one of the biggest challenges facing the geospatial industry the survey skills gap. The session brought together experts from across education, industry, and professional bodies, including Professor Jon Mills (Newcastle University), […]
SUSTAINABLE HEALTHCARE: GREEN BUILDING TRENDS IN HOSPITAL DESIGN
As the UK works toward a net-zero future, the healthcare sector has a key role in reducing the built environment’s environmental impact. The NHS is targeting net-zero emissions by 2040. New hospital construction projects are already underway through the government’s New Hospital Programme. The push for sustainable healthcare design is urgent and essential. At Spatial […]
WHAT’S DRIVING CHANGE IN EDUCATION CONSTRUCTION?
Across the UK and beyond, education construction is evolving quickly. Schools, colleges, and universities are no longer just functional buildings; they’re dynamic, flexible, and increasingly sustainable environments designed to support modern learning. This shift is creating new challenges and opportunities for architects, contractors, and developers alike. Whether working on a new build or retrofitting an […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF MEASURED SURVEYS IN THE EDUCATION SECTOR
In an era where data drives decisions, measured surveys have become an indispensable tool across various sectors, and the education industry is no exception. Surveys provide the critical spatial data needed to inform effective decision-making. As educational institutions face increasing pressure to optimise their facilities, budgets, and student outcomes, the role of accurate, detailed surveys […]
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 […]
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 […]