LATEST NEWS January 2025
The fusion of nature’s ingenuity with cutting-edge technology is opening new doors in sustainable construction. At Louisiana State University, Professor Hai "Thomas" Lin is taking inspiration from mud dauber nests and fungal mycelium to develop 3D-printed soil for eco-friendly and efficient housing. Supported by a USD $630,000 National Science Foundation CAREER Award, Lin’s... READ MORE
The European Union’s Construction Products Regulation (EU 2024/3110) has officially taken effect, replacing the 2011 framework. This updated legislation introduces harmonised rules aimed at enhancing sustainability, innovation, and competitiveness within the construction sector. Front and centre of these new rules is modular construction, with the regulation’s focus on transparency, digitalisation, and circular economy... READ MORE
The Albanese and Allan Governments have committed $50 million over five years to establish the Melbourne Polytechnic Future of Housing Construction Centre of Excellence. Located at the Heidelberg campus, this state-of-the-art facility will focus on Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), addressing Australia’s critical housing needs and building a skilled workforce for the future.... READ MORE
Addressing housing and labour shortages is plaguing many countries but the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics into Canada’s construction sector is introducing new efficiencies and approaches to address these challenges. Companies like Promise Robotics are demonstrating how AI-driven robotic arms can assemble key components of homes, offering potential solutions to streamline... READ MORE
Timber may well become the cornerstone of future high-rise buildings, with researchers at Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) in Austria developing a prefabricated timber module system aimed at extending the lifespan and adaptability of buildings. Their innovation combines modular and skeleton construction to address sustainability challenges in the construction industry. (main pic:... READ MORE
Social housing in Western Australia’s South West region has received some much-needed support with the delivery and installation of three new modular homes in Manjimup. These homes, designed with seniors in mind, are part of the Cook Labor Government’s $3.6 billion investment in housing and homelessness initiatives. (main pic: Fleetwood modular housing solutions... READ MORE
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