The Race to Replace a Cracked Dam
Infrastructure 09 Aug 2023
Why Canada is digging a huge pit under its parliament building
On top of a hill in Ottawa, Canada sits (arguably) the most important building in the country. Called Centre Block, it’s home to the House of Commons, Senate Chamber and Library of Parliament.
But right now it’s a huge construction site — one that's required a gaping hole to be excavated right on the front lawn. With explosives. This is the insane engineering behind Canada’s $5BN parliamentary upgrade.
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Serbia set for 35-storey new skyscraper
Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects and Bureau Cube, Alta Tower will include office and residential space above retail units and a new public plaza at street level.
Manchester United set to scrap 'circus tent' over its stadium
The club is reportedly scrapping plans for the canopy due to space constraints. The move comes after a backlash from fans with some comparing the feature to a circus tent.
Construction Mental Health Summit brings the industry together
On 30 September, we brought construction's leading voices on mental health together at the Gherkin in London.
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