Autumn 2025 issue M37


As autumn settles in and another busy year in construction draws toward its close, this season offers a moment to pause, reflect, and refocus. The cooler months oſten bring clarity — a chance to take stock of how far modern methods of construction have come, and where innovation is leading us next.


In this issue, we explore the evolving face of modular design in “Beyond the Box: How Modular Design is Inspiring a New Architectural Aesthetic”, a feature that challenges long-held assumptions about the limits of factory- built architecture. We also turn our attention to the changing shape of Britain’s high streets in “Ghost Towns or Goldmines? Repurposing Empty Retail Spaces with MMC”, revealing how modular construction could breathe new life into empty retail units and fading town centres.


Alongside these in-depth features, you’ll find the latest sector news, expert opinions, and product innovations shaping the future of construction this season. Welcome to the latest issue of MMC Magazine.


Joe Bradbury, Editor


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12Ghost towns or goldmines? Repurposing empty retail spaces with MMC


Britain’s high streets are changing — and not always for the better. 14What’s Smart about burying a Smart Meter?


Smart meters are seen as a significant part of the solution to reducing domestic water usage. Thames Water have recorded post installation savings of 12-17%. However, existing infrastructure does not provide the best environment for this new technology.


16Cistermiser calls for urgent action to curb everyday waste


With DEFRA placing resource efficiency and water resilience at the heart of its latest policy agenda, Cistermiser is warning that millions of litres of drinking water are still being lost through avoidable leaks and poor washroom practices every day.


17SNIPEF welcomes clean energy jobs plan but warns electricity costs must be addressed to deliver fair transition


Federation says recognition of plumbing and heating engineers is vital, but affordability and clarity on energy pricing remain key.


23Discovery Building comes to life in a milestone new season for British Antarctic Survey


The 2025 – 2026 Antarctic season is a landmark for the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) and its Antarctic Infrastructure Modernisation Project (AIMP), as the new Discovery Building begins to take on its operational role.


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