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City gains modern steel framed classic
The former London headquarters of Lloyds Bank is undergoing redevelopment involving retention of the original facade with a new steel framed structure being …
A roof within a roof
Formerly known as the Millennium Dome, London’s giant big top is set to be reborn as a US-style entertainment centre with a 23,000 seat arena, bars, …
More for More London
Two steel framed structures are the latest buildings to be added to the burgeoning More London development. Martin Cooper reports. Standing on Tower Bridge and …
40 Years Ago: A restaurant in Hyde Park
Taken from Building with Steel, 1966 A new modern restaurant has been built in Hyde Park on the banks of the Serpentine. It opened in July last year (1965) in …
Steel frames British Land’s sustainability strategy
Many of the biggest projects in the busy City of London property development scene are overseen by one of the smallest client in-house construction teams in …
Steel the best insurance for new London landmark
The new Foster & Partners designed high rise development rising on the old Lloyd’s of London site will provide a striking City landmark. Margo Cole …
Market warms to sustainable sheds
Sheds became the focus of attention of a wide range of property developers and funders at a two-day Sheds conference and exhibition. The Steel Construction …
40 Years Ago: The adaptability of steelwork
Taken from Building with Steel, 1966 (a) Alteration to the Academy cinema, Oxford St., London The original 600-seat Academy cinema was built at street level …
Kick-off for Wembley bridge
Rowecord Engineering has installed a 200t covered footbridge to serve the new Wembley Stadium. The structure forms part of a project for the London Development …
Two towers rise at Lime Street
Steelwork is fast emerging from the ground at the latest high profile, high rise building to be constructed in the City of London. 51 Lime Street is a 29 …
