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As the climate crisis bites, the world continues to heat up. This is particularly the case in cities where we see the urban heat island effect – affecting liveability, comfort, safety and productivity.  The impact of the climate emergency on how we live in cities in undeniable. Development patterns in urban areas exacerbate and amplify heat. So, how did we get to the situation where urban living can feel so hot? And how can we adapt our behaviours and assets to create the most happy and healthy communities possible? Sabrina Bornstein, climate action and resilience lead for US Advisory at Buro Happold, said, “As with many problems, considering organised networks and systems that can respond to heatwaves is important. “There are a number of physical urban heat island mitigation strategies in cities – think things like cool pavements, cool roofs, tree planting and park areas, and more permeable/less grey surfaces. Passive design choices apply as much in the urban public realm as they do to individual buildings.” Here, learn about the current picture, crucial interventions, and how the built environment industry must break down silos to deliver effective solutions: https://buro.im/3GfWQWw #burohappold #engineering #consultancy #advisory #builtenvironment #construction #climate #cities #urbanheatisland #heatwave #heat  

When major construction work needs to take place at an airport the scale of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), answering that need while keeping air traffic moving efficiently calls for truly unique and innovative solutions. We helped answer that need by planning and delivering a new terminal concourse using a segmented offsite construction and relocation (OCR) method. The concourse was transported to the site in just nine large-scale elements. Once the first element was relocated to the site, the assembly process began, with a segment moved every three days – meaning the whole element relocation and assembly process was wrapped up in about a month OCR allowed for a reduced construction schedule and increased sustainability, supporting circularity and reuse - it could be disassembled and moved to another part of the airport if required in the future, as well as easily deconstructed to enable the recycling and reuse of elements at the concourse’s end of life. Find out how Buro Happold, in partnership with Los Angeles World Airports and architects Woods Bagot, worked closely to design and plan the new Midfield Satellite Concourse (MSC) South at LAX: https://buro.im/4iZwd6t #BuroHappold #Consultancy #Engineering #BuiltEnvironment #MMC #OffsiteConstruction #OCR #ModularConstruction #Airport #Sustainability #Concourse #LAXAirport

How can #sustainabletourism be transformed at a business and policy level? And how could this contribute to the authenticity of a place? Find out more in this week’s ‘Sandbox’ FOMO5... In this week’s Sandbox FOMO5, five minutes of insights taken from our latest #podcast episode ‘Sustainable Tourism: Travelling to a Greener Future’, our experts unpacked the findings from Buro Happold's recent #designsprint with Bath and North East Somerset Council.  Here are some quick highlights before you dive in:  Buro Happold's Design Sprint: Unpacking the sustainable tourism strategies for Bath and North East Somerset. Multi-Lens Approach: Exploring governance, #infrastructure, and more when it comes to sustainable tourism. Authenticity & Regional Focus: Moving beyond tourism centres to unlock the true potential of surrounding regions.    Joining our regular host Andy Duncan, were Buro Happold experts Graziano Di Gregorio, Associate Strategic Planner, and Gabriel Berti, Graduate Consultant. Our special guest in this episode was Lindsay Hawdon. Lindsay is a former Sunday Times and Telegraph travel columnist and author.    Visit the links below to listen to this week’s FOMO5 and find the full episode on all the usual podcast platforms. Apple Podcasts:  https://buro.im/Ep10F5ap Spotify:  https://buro.im/Ep10F5sp YouTube: https://lnkd.in/es-wV5R4 #BHSandbox  #travel #sustainabletravel #holidays #airtravel #trains #sustainabletravel #engineeringdesign #BuroHappold #policy #planning #transport #engineering

Welcome to our newsletter. In our latest issue we look at highlights from March, including Neurodiversity Celebration Week, our Women’s Business Network in Germany, and our new office in Rotterdam. #BuroHappold #Engineering #Consultancy #Design #Advisory #BuiltEnvironment #Construction #Newsletter #Rotterdam #Neurodiversity

In a warming world, how can we live alongside extreme heat? We live amongst multiple and simultaneous climate crises, and one of the most impactful consequences of the change in our climate is the increase in record-breaking heat.  The extreme heat we see, especially in cities, is not going away anytime soon. For those of us in the built environment, the question is: how can we make a meaningful difference through our work? Here, learn from a range of Buro Happold experts on the diverse work they are doing to create solutions and mould the built environment to cope with extreme heat, and the holistic considerations we must have to deal with this dangerous impact of the climate crisis. Learn more: https://buro.im/42jbGmF #burohappold #engineering #consultancy #advisory #builtenvironment #construction #climate #heatwave #heat 

How can gaming software be used for engineering design? From playful roots, digital twins have ‘changed the game’.  In a previous episode of ‘Sandbox’, ‘Digital by Design: From gaming to virtual buildings’, our panel explored how Digital Twins, created with tools like the Unreal Engine - originally developed for video games - are transforming engineering.   Our latest ‘Pod in a Nutshell’ blog covers the key takeaways from the episode. Here’s a quick snippet below... Key Highlights: ◾ Unreal Engine's Evolution: From gaming to the AEC industry, Digital Twins enable real-time, interactive designs.  ◾ Expert Insights: Along with our regular host, Andy Duncan, this Sandbox episode featured: Robert Moyser, Partner and Head of UK Advisory, Buro Happold, Miraj Patel, Associate, Buro Happold, and special guest Simon Blakeney, XR Expert and Account Manager at Epic Games. Our panel discussed the transformative power of Digital Twins.  ◾ Benefits: Just a few of the benefits of Digital Twins include automating data collection, cost savings, sustainability, and real-time stakeholder collaboration.    Read the full blog by clicking the link below, where you can also find a video of Buro Happold’s award-winning low carbon bridge Digital Twin, in action. If you’d like to know more, you can also listen to the full podcast episode on all the usual platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube.   #BHSandbox #DigitalTwins #advisory #engineering #digitaldesign #AEC #computermodelling #data #intelligence #gaming #EpicGames #UnrealEngine #podcast

Are you looking for new career opportunities?   Make the most of your opportunity when applying to a role at Buro Happold. Below, our recruiters share valuable tips to help you stand out. Visit our jobs tab or careers site to view all our vacancies: https://buro.im/48pzzL0

We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of our latest research project on inclusive lighting. Led by Buro Happold's Lighting Design Lead for Europe Paula Longato, the research was conducted in partnership with the Institute for Design Strategies at the OWL University of Applied Sciences and Arts; the DASA Arbeitswelt Ausstellung, Germany’s largest workplace exhibition in Dortmund; Zumtobel Lighting, Sentistic and SOUR. This groundbreaking study explores the transformative power of light and its impact on creating inclusive environments. Our collaboration, alongside these leading research institutions, has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of inclusive lighting. Together, we have combined our expertise to push the boundaries of innovation and design. One of the key findings from our research highlights the significant role of adaptive lighting systems in enhancing accessibility and comfort for all individuals, regardless of their physical abilities. This discovery paves the way for more inclusive and user-friendly spaces. We are proud of the strides we have made and look forward to continuing our journey towards creating environments that are welcoming and accessible to everyone. Visit our website to read the full report to discover more about the innovative approaches and research findings. https://buro.im/3DIQi1V    Thanks to all collaborators and contributors to this important study: Isabelle Blase, Nils Voerste, Bernd Holtwick (DASA), Ulrich Nether (TH-OWL), Kristina Herrmann (TH-OWL) Tobias Hendrik Jonk (Zumtobel) Nicole Drong (Zumtobel) Justin Groot (Sentistic) #InclusiveLighting #Research #Collaboration #Innovation #Accessibility #BuroHappold

For the past year, Buro Happold Associate MEP engineer William Holley CEng MCIBSE has been exploring the field of heat pump technology around the world thanks to winning the prestigious Ken Dale Travel Bursary. The bursary, granted by CIBSE every year, is instrumental in providing young professionals with the opportunity to explore innovative solutions and connect with global industry leaders. It enables them to undertake research in their field of work for the benefit the engineering profession. Will, who is based at our office in Hamburg, has travelled to Finland, China and Japan to investigate the integration of heat pump technology into the built environment. He aims to disseminate his insights and establish design guidance to aid engineers to effectively integrate heat pumps into their projects. The report’s findings will be published in October this year. He says his journey has reignited his passion for engineering and equipped him with the skills to propose groundbreaking solutions. Watch his full interview to discover how the bursary has made a difference. #burohappold #engineering #buildingservices #MEP #heatpumps #CIBSE

Eid Mubarak from everyone at Buro Happold. Wishing our colleagues, clients and collaborators who celebrate a joyous and blessed festival. #Eid2025 #EidMubarak #Peace #Happiness #Prosperity #BuroHappold #Engineering #Design #Consultancy #Advisory