A long time coming

Plans had been approved and Mark and Theresa Edwards were ready to get to work on their building project, but then they met architect Stuart Bagshaw… TEXT NIK HUNTER IMAGES ELLIOT ROBERTS The Edwards had been holidaying in Cove in... View Article

New from Hörmann – automated driveway bollards

Hörmann UK have announced that they are launching a new automated security bollard that has been designed and built specifically for domestic installations. Introduced to counter vehicle thefts, the bollards provide an effective way to increase security and prevent theft... View Article

The Impact of BNG on Open Space Management

Meadfleet Open Space Management were delighted to be invited to contribute to a recent Natural England blog, exploring the impact of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) one year since it’s introduction.  The article explores best practice and the challenges of implementation... View Article

Zenon GRP Rooflights Used on Refurbishment Project

Blade Roofing, a national roofing company providing commercial roofing solutions across a wide variety of sectors, recently carried out a roofing and cladding refurbishment of an industrial facility in Blackheath in the West Midlands. Blade Roofing were an obvious choice... View Article

Samsung Climate Solutions aids community-led housing project

  Glenvale Park in Wellingborough, UK, is a new neighbourhood being built with social value at its core. Supported by funding from Homes England, a range of market-leading national developers have been enlisted to deliver the new neighbourhood. Six housebuilders... View Article

A hat-trick of new developments

The construction of a further 27 new homes marks a busy start to the year for one of the North West’s fastest growing housebuilders. Genesis Homes will soon start work on its Edward’s View development in the Cumbrian village of... View Article

New Towns are key to growth

The Government has announced that over 100 sites across England have come forward to be considered for next generation of new towns. Every town will have the potential to deliver at least 10,000 homes and required infrastructure to support them.... View Article

L&Q gets green light for 147 new homes

Exciting plans for 147 new energy-efficient homes in Old Trafford have been given the green light The scheme is delivered by L&Q in partnership with Trafford Council. Last night Trafford Council’s planning committee approved the application to build the much-needed... View Article

The National Homebuilding & Renovating Show

According to Aviva’s latest How We Live report, three-quarters (73%) of Generation Z and two-thirds (65%) of millennial homeowners plan to undertake renovation work within the next 12 to 24 months. This presents a growing opportunity for tradespeople to expand their skills... View Article

Social landlord shortlisted in fleet management awards

One of the Midlands largest housing associations is a finalist in a prestigious fleet management awards scheme. Platform Housing Group has been shortlisted in two categories in The Fleet News Awards 2025; these are: Fleet of the Year; Fleet Manager... View Article

Frameclad: Meeting Housing Demands Without Limitations

On the back of announcing the news that Frameclad has gained BOPAS Accreditation for the seventh consecutive year, the management team has launched a new Residential Solutions brochure. Joint Managing Director, Nik Teagle said: “Safety, strength, speed and affordability are... View Article

‘Rogue landlord’ fined after finding 18 tenants

A landlord has been ordered to pay £37,000 in fines and costs after Barnet Council inspectors found 18 tenants including children and infants, sharing a semi-detached house in Edgware. The home, in Fairmead Crescent, Edgware, was originally built as a... View Article

Cala Homes announces new Southern division

Major homebuilder Cala has launched a new business division, Cala Southern, as part of its growth strategy across the South of England. Cala Southern will spearhead the company’s westward expansion, enhancing Cala’s presence in Dorset, Hampshire and Southern Wiltshire, to... View Article

Astraseal unveils Rehau Artevo System

Astraseal are specialist fabricators of premium uPVC and aluminium glazing systems. Operating from three manufacturing sites, totalling 110,000 square feet, their comprehensive and premium quality selection of products allows them to meet the fenestration needs of any project. Astraseal have... View Article

Allison Homes & Accent Housing Celebrate Award

Allison Homes and Accent Housing has announced that their Elsea Park development in Bourne has been awarded the LABC Bricks monthly award for November 2024. This recognition highlights the construction team’s commitment to quality and exceptional site management.  Andrew Smith,... View Article