NEWS & INSIGHTS
Putting safety first: how GSIM builds a culture of safer recladding and facade remediation
In the years since the Grenfell Tower tragedy, building safety has become a defining issue for developers, housing associations and main contractors across the UK. Non-combustible recladding and facade remediation are no longer optional upgrades,...
Using system scaffolding to accelerate safe recladding projects
Recladding demand across the UK has surged since the Grenfell Tower tragedy and the introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022, which tightened requirements for safer cladding on high-rise buildings. For developers and housing associations, the...
From site checks to EWS1: how robust quality control protects recladding projects
High-rise recladding is technical, tightly regulated work. Even well-designed schemes can run into problems if installation quality is not carefully managed. GSIM places quality control at the centre of every project, aligning our processes with...
Maintenance tips for recladded buildings: prolonging the life of your facade
Recladding can transform the performance and appearance of a building, improving fire safety, thermal performance and kerb appeal. However, the long-term benefits depend on how well the new facade is maintained. GSIM’s facade maintenance work –...
Budgeting and planning recladding projects: how to control cost without compromising safety
Recladding a building is a major investment. For developers, housing associations and asset owners, the challenge is to deliver a fully compliant, safe facade while keeping projects financially viable. At GSIM, budgeting and planning advice is a...
High-quality construction management with a zero-waste mindset
Delivering safe, compliant and durable buildings is only part of the challenge for modern construction. Clients also expect projects to be well-managed, on time, on budget and aligned with sustainability goals. At GSIM, our project management...
End-of-warranty window inspections: safeguarding comfort, compliance and cost
Windows are critical to building performance. They influence energy efficiency, acoustic comfort, air-tightness and resident satisfaction. As warranty periods approach expiry, it is essential to confirm that installed windows meet the required...
Planned maintenance for developers and asset owners: protecting value and reducing risk
Buildings are long-term assets. Without structured maintenance, even high-quality developments can suffer from early component failure, higher energy use and complaints from residents or tenants. GSIM’s maintenance services are designed...
Recladding non-compliant buildings: improving fire safety and restoring confidence
Recladding has become one of the most important building safety issues in the UK. It is no longer just a cosmetic upgrade. For many residential and mixed-use buildings, replacing unsafe external wall systems is now a legal and regulatory...
Ratan Tata: A titan’s legacy of unshakable vision, bold leadership and enduring humanity
As the world mourns the loss of one of its most beloved leaders, Ratan Tata, we reflect on the profound impact he has had on India and the world. A man of integrity, compassion and visionary leadership, Tata has left an indelible mark on every...
WZMH Architects release ‘Remake It Better’
WZMH Architects release 'Remake It Better': A thorough recladding handbook In a bold step towards redefining urban architecture, Toronto-based WZMH Architects has unveiled its digital recladding guide, Remake It Better, at the BuildGreen Atlantic...
Continuing education
Continuing education: The revival of building recladding As mid-20th-century commercial buildings face declining market appeal, their facades often reveal the passage of time, showing signs of wear and outdated aesthetics. While technical...