Projects
The Forge – UK’s first net zero carbon commercial building
A new office building development in South London is a pioneering innovation project showcasing leaner and greener commercial construction practices.
The material behind the world’s largest atrium
Zaha Hadid Architects’ new 207-metre Beijing skyscraper, Leeza SOHO, features a twisting, steel-formed atrium space, which – at 194 metres – is the world’s tallest.
A steel-built love letter to classic Porsche sportscars
The swooping lines of a Porsche have long been considered a triumph of automotive design, but what if an architect were given the chance to create an homage to those classic sportscars?
Streatham project showcases flexibility of steel construction
The site of the former Streatham Ice Rink has been re-developed to create a new supermarket with a six-storey residential building on top using light steel framing.
The unexplored potential of recycled skyscrapers
Since the 19th century, steel has been crucial in high-rise construction. But what happens when those towers fall into disuse? A new project in Australia shows how steel can be used sustainably for future constructions.
The construction innovations powering Crossrail’s ambition
Slated to open some time between October 2020 and March 2021, Crossrail is an ambitious project to develop a new railway – called the Elizabeth line – that represents the largest current infrastructure development in Europe.
Steel offers unique flexibility for commercial buildings
There is increasingly strong demand for premium quality office space, especially in compacted centre spaces of large cities. High-profile companies want buildings that offer impeccable architectural and environmental standards for their corporate headquarters.
Steel meets the highest standards for civic and industrial works
The rapid growth of the world's population will be accompanied by equally rapid urbanisation. Steel will be crucial to the construction of new buildings and infrastructure required to meet this need.
Steel is the backbone of vital infrastructure
Steel is utilised globally in the construction of infrastructure, from bridges to tunnels, airports and train stations. It is a versatile and durable material that provides solutions to the engineering challenges these projects often represent.
Steel’s growing role in residential building projects
As the planet’s populations continue to grow and urban areas must accommodate them, the pressure on the residential construction sector is only set to increase. What benefits does steel offer for residential building projects?