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Immersive Blueprints of Power Exhibition Opens at Blenheim Palace in 2026
Blenheim Palace will host the Blueprints of Power exhibition from February to April 2026, marking 300 years since Sir John Vanbrugh’s death.

Brintons Launches Urban Intricacies Commercial Carpet Collection with Emerging Designer
Brintons has unveiled Urban Intricacies, a new range of commercial carpets developed in partnership with emerging designer Talisha Fiaz.

HLM Architects Launch Plymouth Studio to Strengthen South West Presence
HLM Architects has reopened a studio in Plymouth, signalling its renewed focus on the South West following increased regional demand.

Manchester Screen Unveils UK’s Largest Ad Display with New Ownership and Initiatives
The Manchester Screen, a prominent digital billboard in Salford Quays, has expanded its advertising space under new ownership, combining a large digital display with a static banner.

Environment Bank Launches Chester and Ellesmere Port Habitat Banks to Boost Biodiversity in Cheshire
Environment Bank has introduced two extensive habitat restoration projects in Cheshire, aimed at enhancing biodiversity through sustainable grazing and natural regeneration techniques.

University of Salford and United Infrastructure Partner for 1930s Retrofit Research at Energy House 2.0
United Infrastructure and the University of Salford have partnered to create a full-scale 1930s retrofit property in the Energy House 2.

Leeds College of Building Expands with Major Acquisition to Boost Construction Training
Leeds College of Building has acquired a 5,000 m² former Vodafone site near its North Street Campus, expanding its estate by a third to enhance training facilities.

UKTC Expands East Kilbride Facility to Enhance Fire Testing Capabilities and Add Jobs
Fire testing specialist, United Kingdom Testing and Certification (UKTC), has broken ground on a multi-million pound expansion at its East Kilbride testing facility.

State-of-the-Art Endoscopy Unit Delivered by Henry Brothers Construction Welcomes First Patients
Henry Brothers Construction has delivered a brand-new endoscopy unit at the Leicester General Hospital.

OP delivers strategic workspace optimisation for Attestor Limited’s London HQ
Leading office interior design consultancy, OP, has completed a strategic space optimisation project for alternative investment management firm, Attestor Limited, at their London headquarters at 7 Seymour Street.



