Resilient Building, Historic Roots
A Historic Landmark Reimagined: 5 Devonshire Place, Harrogate Preserving Heritage While Building with Resilience Octane Construction is proud to lead the sensitive redevelopment of 5 Devonshire Place in Harrogate. A building that reflects over 140 years of architectural and cultural heritage. Once the private home of a master builder and later the vibrant hub of […]
Building with Resilience
Building for Resilience: How Construction Can Adapt to Extreme Summer Weather and Climate Change As climate change accelerates, the construction industry faces unprecedented challenges. Increasingly frequent and severe weather events such as devastating floods, prolonged heatwaves, and powerful storms are testing the durability and sustainability of the built environment. To safeguard communities and investments, construction […]
UK Government Spending Review 2025
UK Government Spending Review 2025: What It Means for Octane Construction and Your Projects The recent UK Government Spending Review 2025 outlines a significant investment plan of over £725 billion in capital projects over the next decade. This unprecedented funding boost covers sectors such as healthcare, education, transport, housing, and green infrastructure, providing exciting growth […]
How the Spring Statement 2025 Impacts Construction
Key Insights and Opportunities: What Does the Government’s Latest Announcement Mean for Your Projects? The Chancellor’s recent Spring Statement has outlined significant updates that directly affect the construction industry, impacting everything from project funding and planning permissions to environmental regulations and infrastructure investment. To help architects, project managers and property developers navigate these changes, we’ve […]
Building a Future: How Labour’s New Policies Shape UK Construction
🚀 Building a Future: How Labour’s New Policies Shape UK Construction Chris Quinn here, with some thoughts on the new political landscape under Labour’s leadership and its impact on the construction industry. With transformative policies on the horizon, it’s crucial to understand what this means for our sector and how Octane Construction plans to navigate […]
It’s Good to Talk: Why ‘Team Before Self’ is more than just a motto!
Latest News Keep up to date with latest news and insights from Octane Construction It’s Good to Talk: Why ‘Team Before Self’ is more than just a motto! In the construction industry, the pressures and challenges can often seem as towering as the structures built by its workforce. Yet, amidst these challenges, there is a […]
Decoding the Building Safety Act: A Straightforward Guide for the Industry
Latest News Keep up to date with latest news and insights from Octane Construction Decoding the Building Safety Act: A Straightforward Guide for the Industry This blog post aims to provide a clear, no-nonsense overview of the Building Safety Act 2022, acknowledging its complexity while offering a digestible breakdown of its key points. It positions […]
Lifecycle Analysis in Construction: Ensuring Sustainability from Ground Up to Recycling
Latest News Keep up to date with latest news and insights from Octane Construction Lifecycle Analysis in Construction: Ensuring Sustainability from Ground Up to Recycling In the realm of construction, the focus on sustainability has transcended beyond just the operational efficiency of buildings to encompass the entire lifecycle of building materials. From extraction to recycling, […]
Sustainability in Construction: The Real Game Changers Aren’t Always the Biggest Players
Latest News Keep up to date with latest news and insights from Octane Construction Sustainability in Construction: The Real Game Changers Aren’t Always the Biggest Players In the world of construction, the tide is turning towards sustainability. It’s not just a trend; it’s a necessity. But here’s the straight truth: when it comes to making […]
Your Plain-English Guide to Navigating Construction Projects
Latest News Keep up to date with latest news and insights from Octane Construction Your Plain-English Guide to Navigating Construction Projects Embarking on a construction project can feel like learning a new language. From “project management” to “civil engineering” and “construction design,” the terms alone can be daunting. Let’s break down these concepts into plain […]