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New book examines Frank Newby’s lasting impact
The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) has published Structural Design for Architecture: The Work of Frank Newby by renowned architectural historian and engineer David Yeomans, the first major study to bring together Newby’s professional work, personal archives and design philosophy in a single volume. At a time when the built environment
must accelerate its response to climate change, enhance resilience and reduce its reliance on new materials, Structural Design for Architecture explores the work of one of the twentieth century’s most influential structural engineers. Frank Newby’s pioneering projects and collaborative design philosophy highlight enduring lessons in material efficiency, adaptability and the importance of design principles that are increasingly critical as the sector prioritises the reuse, retrofit and transformation of existing buildings. Offering valuable insight for today’s
architects and engineers, Structural Design for Architecture demonstrates how structural innovation can shape architecture that is sustainable, resilient and enduring, achieving design excellence through intelligent use, adaptation and stewardship of resources. Working alongside architectural pioneers such as James Stirling, James Gowan, Cedric Price and Eero Saarinen, Newby helped shape some of the most innovative and influential buildings of the twentieth century. Drawing on previously unpublished personal papers, sketches, calculations and archival material, Yeomans presents the most comprehensive study to date of Newby’s career, methods and influence. The book reveals how Newby helped
redefine the relationship between architecture and engineering, demonstrating how structural engineers can contribute not only technical expertise, but also creative vision throughout the design process. For more information visit
www.istructe.org/resources/guidance/ structural-design-for-architecture- frank-newby
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09 Open call: The Space We Create
Architecture can comfort, stimulate, challenge and delight. Through form, material, colour, light and detail, designers shape not only our surroundings but how we experience them. The Building Centre
is inviting established and emerging practices across architecture, landscape architecture and interior design to submit projects for The Space We Create, a new group exhibition opening in March 2027. The centre is
looking for projects that demonstrate imagination, creative expression and aesthetic ambition, from ambitious
architectural statements to thoughtful interventions that elevate the everyday. Approximately 10-12 practices will be selected to participate, presenting their
work alongside the research, sketches, models and experiments that shaped their development. Exhibition: March 2027 | The Building Centre, London. Application deadline:
Friday 4 December 2026
www.buildingcentre.co.uk/news/articles/the-space-we-create-open-call
Sustainable Materials & Manufacturing
Centre reaches construction milestone The base build of the Sustainable Materials & Manufacturing Centre (SMMC) at Kingsway Business Park in Rochdale has been completed, marking a major milestone in the development of Atom Valley’s advanced materials and manufacturing innovation district. Designed by Bond Bryan, the 30,000ft2 centre will provide a physical gateway into the UK’s advanced materials and manufacturing network, connecting businesses with specialist space, facilities, research expertise and support to help move new technologies from concept towards commercial application. The project addresses a key challenge for advanced manufacturing: creating
environments that support the transition from research and development to commercialisation and production, while accommodating specialist processes and allowing for emerging technologies and changing business needs. Mark Adey, director at Bond Bryan, said: “The SMMC is about creating the infrastructure that allows innovation to move beyond the laboratory and into commercialisation and manufacture. That transition places very different demands on a building, so the challenge is creating highly technical environments that work for specialist processes today, while remaining flexible enough to respond to technologies and businesses that are still emerging.” Rochdale Development Agency (RDA) has led the physical development of the centre, working with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), The University of Manchester and wider innovation partners.
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