Navigating Discrepancies in Higher-Risk Building Definitions: Does A storey containing only rooftop gardens count as AN additional storey in A 7 storey residential building?
Recently, MDLR Architects submitted a query to the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government querying an inconsistency in the definition of “higher-risk buildin
Create safer living spaces with our Principal Designer (BSA) service
Starting a building project? Let our Principal Designer (BSA) service guide you to compliant designs. Our Principal Designers focus on making sure that all Dutyholders, including o
Why your project needs a Principal Designer (BSA) after October 1st, 2023
The Building Safety Act (BSA), which came into effect on October 1st, 2023, is a big step forward for our industry. It’s making all buildings, especially high-risk ones, safer th
The Building Safety Act and its implications for clients, consultants and contractors
The Grenfell Tower Fire, which resulted in unthinkable loss, led to a comprehensive review of building regulations and fire safety in the UK. From this review emerged the Building
Navigating New Building Safety ACT 2023
The new regulatory regime for the landmark Building Safety Act (BSA) came into force on the 1st of October 2023 and will apply to all projects subject to Building Regulations. Thes
ARAD (Association of the Rooftop & Airspace Development) panel discussion on airspace construction and MMC
The most recent ARAD panel event that took place on 8th of February and focused on MMC and construction methods in airspace development was a great success. The panel featured indu
Will COVID-19 catalyse a shift to off-site construction
The announcement of return to work in a “COVID-Safe” way and the new “Homes for Heroes” campaign offers an opportunity to further boost the uptake of off-si