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Steel allows access to all areas
Six weeks have been shaved off a vital construction programme by changing a podium design from concrete to steel. Martin Cooper reports. Pancras Square forms …
Iconic crystal leads the way in green design
The Crystal, a unique structure designed for Siemens to showcase sustainability has officially opened in London. Located on the waterfront at the western end …
Balancing Act
A steel frame has proven to be the right choice for a commercial project being constructed above an array of London Underground assets. Martin Cooper reports …
50 Years Ago: LTE Substation, Elephant & Castle
The comprehensive redevelopment of the Elephant and Castle is a part of the London County Council’s plan for the County. Very broadly, the redevelopment …
SSDA Commendation: NEO Bankside, London
NEO Bankside is the first major residential scheme in the UK to feature an external steel bracing system. Representing a considerable engineering challenge, …
SSDA Commendation: Borough High Street Bridge, London
Substantial additional rail capacity is accommodated on the Borough High Street Bridge, a structure that had to be pre-assembled and then launched over a busy …
SSDA Commendation: The Walbrook Building, London
Incorporating some large open trading floors, the Walbrook marks the latest in design development of office buildings for the City of London. Built on a City …
Topping out marks milestone for London Bridge Quarter
The London Bridge Quarter (LBQ) development, a project that includes the iconic Shard, has celebrated another significant milestone with the topping out of the …
London cable car takes flight
The Emirates Air Line, the UK’s first urban cable car, has started a daily service which offers a brand new way of crossing the River Thames. This latest …
Steel erection under way on Walkie Talkie
The construction of London’s latest skyscraper, 20 Fenchurch Street, has reached a significant landmark with steelwork erection now under way. Dubbed the …