Intelligent construction specification, in the cloud. Work together on specs in real-time, across organisations and locations

A range of subscription options to make NBS Chorus work for you

NBS Chorus covers multi-discipline content, see all the content libraries available.

An NBS Chorus package created specifically for practices working on smaller works and projects

Perfect for design teams to view and annotate NBS specifications within their own modelling environment

A package created specifically for consultancies that write preliminaries

NBS offers a range of tools and services for specification and collaboration

A comprehensive online collection of construction related standards, regulations, technical advice and articles

The new specification writing and consultancy service from NBS

A range of tools to help you connect your specification information with Revit, Archicad & Vectorworks models

Digital plan of work and LOD resources

The latest findings from NBS tracking key insights into the Construction Industry

We surveyed almost 600 UK designers and specifiers about how they find the product information they need and their associated views.

Incorporating The BIM report, the Digital Construction Report gains a broader understanding of digital transformation

A valuable insight for all construction professionals, painting a picture of sustainability in the construction industry

Helpful tools, and downloads to help you make the most of NBS

Download sample specifications and see what's possible with NBS Chorus

Download a sample financial summary and see what's possible with NBS Chorus.

A five-part sustainable specification guide serving as a living, sustainability-focused document.

Thinking about moving NBS Chorus? Discover the benefits of moving to a digital specification platform.

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NBS Chorus Plans and features Scope and Contents Small works Designer New Preliminaries Book a demo Sign in to NBS Chorus NBS Source Browse by category Browse by manufacturer For manufacturers Go to NBS Source Uniclass Articles and updates Specifying with Uniclass Feedback and Support Find a code Other services Construction Information Service (CIS) NBS Schumann New Plug-ins Digital Plan of Work

Resources

Knowledge Case studies Authors Updates Reports Product Information Report New Digital Construction Report Sustainable Futures Report Resources Sample Specifications New Financial Summary Sustainable Specification Guides New Whitepaper

Support

Support NBS Academy New Downloads and updates

About

About NBS New Our team New Careers Partners Newsroom Sustainability

NBS Research

NBS Research provides specialist research to the design and construction industries. Whether you design buildings, supply components, or support the industry through regulation and guidance, we can help you understand this market better, so you can make better decisions.

We carry out bespoke research for construction product manufacturers, government departments as well as professional bodies and NGOs. We provide industry insight through our range of reports, like the NBS National BIM Report. We also consult NBS customers to inform the development of the services NBS provides to designers, specifiers and manufacturers.

We have been developing our deep expertise in the design and specification process for over ten years. We are in the unique position of having an intimate understanding of design and construction (encompassing specification, BIM, the legal environment); and being experienced market researchers.

Industry reports

Influencing practice, policy and marketing strategy, we deliver our reports free of charge to the market.

As well as the NBS National BIM Report, we cover a range of vital topics for the industry.

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Understanding our customers

NBS believes that product and service development should always be evidence based. That’s why we continually ask NBS customers what they think about our products and services.

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We have a team of experienced research professionals, with a track record in the built environment and beyond. We have quantitative specialists, qualitative research experts and market analysts.

 

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Please contact us if you would like to talk to us about any of the subjects in our reports and articles. Or if you think we can help you by carrying out research for your organisation.

You can also get involved in shaping NBS development by taking part in our research or joining our NBS Advisory Panel.

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