Construction industry

The Federal Ministry of Housing, Urban Development and Building (BMWSB) has presented the "Phased Plan for Smart Cities and Regions". This step-by-step plan is intended to modernize urban development and drive forward digitalization. It also aims to support municipalities in the implementation of digital solutions so that they can efficiently and purposefully...

Extending a house with an extension offers many design options and increases its value. Careful planning is essential before construction begins. This includes deciding what type of extension is to be realized - whether an additional room, a conservatory or a granny apartment. It is also important to consult with an architect in order to adapt the room planning optimally to the...

Investors plan to invest 63.8 billion euros in the European residential real estate sector over the next three years. Almost half of the investors surveyed (48 %) would like to increase the proportion of residential real estate in their portfolios by 2026. This was the result of a survey conducted by Savills and Savills Investment Management. Multi-family houses and student accommodation are the preferred...

Prefabricated houses are becoming increasingly popular because they can be built quickly. Nowadays, they also offer individual design options. Builders can incorporate their personal preferences into the design and, for example, have modern adaptations made to facades or interiors. Different types of prefabricated houses allow...

The importance of early legal advice for builders in Mallorca is particularly important. Even before buying a plot of land and starting construction, potential homeowners should consult a local lawyer. This way, legal pitfalls can be avoided, especially if contracts are written in a foreign language. A thorough check of all documents is also urgently recommended.

The Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW) supports energy-conscious construction with low-interest loans. If owners wish to receive a corresponding subsidy, they must submit an application before construction or renovation begins. The measures may only be started once the application has been approved. The reason for this is that the KfW does not provide subsequent...

Opting for a semi-detached house brings both financial and practical benefits. One key advantage is that it is often more affordable than a detached single-family home. In addition, a semi-detached house offers the opportunity to live in one side of the house yourself and rent out the other. The rental income can help to pay off mortgages or other...

Careful cost calculation and setting a realistic budget are crucial when building a house in order to avoid additional financing. Ancillary building costs must also be taken into account. To avoid unpleasant surprises during the construction process, builders should not only plan for obvious expenses such as materials and tradesmen's costs, but also...

Researchers at the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft have developed innovative processes in the field of building refurbishment. The aim is to increase the renovation rate in order to significantly reduce CO2 emissions in the construction sector. Currently, the renovation rate is around one percent per year. According to the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, "it would take around one hundred years to refurbish the entire building stock" if the...

Before the dream of owning a home becomes reality, builders should make careful decisions and carry out thorough planning. The portal "baumentor.de" points this out and offers a checklist with 15 important questions as a guide for the successful implementation of the building project. We summarize the questions in a three-part series. Today: Points 11 to...