Case Study: Below-ground waterproofing system at St Johns North, Wakefield

AdminBasement conversion, Below ground waterproofing, Building Regulations, Case Studies, Commercial Projects, Damp, Period properties

Our most recent project, like many, has afforded our team with quite the challenge. Working in period properties is both a privilege and an opportunity to put all our experience and skills into practise, especially when the project demands we meet new build requirements within a space built hundreds of years ago.  The Harris Partnership is an award winning architecture …

Below-ground waterproofing and the update to BS8102:2022 

AdminBelow ground waterproofing, Building Regulations, Company news

In the field of property care and preservation, below-ground waterproofing is a crucial element in ensuring the longevity and structural integrity of buildings. With advancements in technology, materials, and construction practises, it is imperative that industry standards are updated to keep up. Similarly, it is incumbent on property preservation specialists, construction engineers, and surveyors, to stay abreast of the latest …

Case Study: Phoenix, Leeds

AdminBuilding Regulations, Case Studies, Commercial Projects, New Building

Phoenix is set to redefine the Leeds skyline as the fourth tallest residential building in the city, offering incredible views as well as unique US style community apartment living. Multiskill’s highly skilled commercial projects team were brought onto this prestigious development project earlier in the year, so we thought we’d share some of the details with you. A joint venture …

Case Study: Greenholme Mills Development

AdminBasement conversion, Building Regulations, Commercial Projects, Period properties, Woodworm

The love affair between Brits and period properties shows no sign of waning, yet with more homes needed to supply the rising demand and so many practicalities intrinsic to new-builds, it is possible to find best of both worlds. Converted historic buildings such as mills provide the character and charm so many desire in a period property, while offering contemporary …

yorkshire mill building by river

Developing brownfield sites in West Yorkshire

AdminBuilding Regulations, Company news, Local news, New Building, Period properties

One of the most rewarding aspects of working in building preservation in Yorkshire is the abundance of impressive historical architecture, nestled into the stunning landscapes of ‘God’s own county.’ With so many handsome disused mills, former factory sites, and other urban and suburban sites ripe for regeneration in the area, it is no wonder that some of the UK’s most …

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Greener homes with new building regulations 

AdminBuilding Regulations, Company news, New Building, Uncategorized

Attentions are once again focussed on the environment and sustainability, as world leaders met this month in Sharm El Sheikh for the 27th United Nations Climate Change conference, commonly known as COP27. Key to the discussions at the conference was the commitment to cut greenhouse gas emissions to stay within the 1.5C limit agreed at COP26 in Glasgow last year, …