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Why land stewardship is suddenly the talk of the towns

Thursday, 3rd September 2026

Right now the drive to build new homes on a scale not seen for decades is dominating headlines, as the Government turbocharges plans for seven new towns. Each is expected to deliver at least 10,000 houses. Meanwhile, Secretary of State... View Article

Versa fire sprinkler boxing – Quick, easy & effective

Thursday, 3rd September 2026

Concealing retrofitted fire sprinkler system pipework in social housing tower blocks and low-rise flats is simple quick and cost effective with Encasement’s Versa sprinkler pipe boxing range Pre-finished with a durable and easy clean resin impregnated decorative paper, Versa sprinkler... View Article

RSH publishes its quarterly survey for Q1 April to June 2026

Thursday, 3rd September 2026

The Regulator of Social Housing has published the results of its quarterly survey of private registered providers’ financial health, covering the period from 1 April to 30 June 2026 today (Thursday 3 September 2026). Investment in the sector remains robust, with landlords... View Article

Britain has 310,000 Build-to-Rent homes. What have architects learned from them?

Thursday, 3rd September 2026

Build-to-Rent is no longer the new idea in British housing. The sector now stretches to 310,310 homes, with 156,688 completed and thousands more under construction or in planning. That gives architects something they didn’t have when the first wave of... View Article

Deliver façade confidence with substructure focus

Thursday, 3rd September 2026

By Gary Robson, Business Development Manager at EJOT UK. The demands on rear ventilated or rainscreen facades are increasing all the time, with today’s designs often required to deliver aesthetic excellence coupled with ever higher standards of fire safety, thermal... View Article

Keller at Küchenmeile 2026

Thursday, 3rd September 2026

As in previous years, Keller will be presenting the company’s latest kitchen innovations at Küchenmeile, together with worktop supplier Jetstone. Under the theme “The art of combination”, Keller will show how dealers are offered maximum design freedom through its range... View Article

CPMG showcases remarkable first half of 2026 with strategic multi-office growth

Wednesday, 2nd September 2026

AWARD-WINNING architectural practice CPMG Architects has showcased a strong first six-months of 2026 with a collection of new appointments and promotions across its studios in London and Nottingham. At CPMG’s headquarters in Nottingham, architect Sam Winton together with senior architects... View Article

Mulberry Grove The Forestias Condominiums in Bangkok complete

Wednesday, 2nd September 2026

Located at the heart of the practice’s sustainable masterplan in Bangkok, the Mulberry Grove The Forestias Condominiums are the latest section of the residential-led development to complete. The six mid-rise buildings offer the closest connection to the masterplan’s central forest,... View Article

New RIBA-approved CPD explores why door hinge specification deserves more attention

Wednesday, 2nd September 2026

Hinges account for only a small proportion of the cost of a typical door assembly, yet they play a critical role in how doors perform throughout their lifespan. A new RIBA-approved CPD from hinge specialists SIMONSWERK explores the factors that... View Article

Joint publication highlights latest sector guidance for tackling damp and mould

Wednesday, 2nd September 2026

The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) have launched new guidance for tackling damp and mould in England’s housing sector. It builds on guidance CIH published in 2022, taking into account key legislative developments,... View Article

Glidevale Protect launches new CPD on fire rated membranes for building safety

Wednesday, 2nd September 2026

Glidevale Protect has developed a comprehensive new CPD to address the importance of fire rated wall membrane systems and how they can contribute to building safety in higher risk buildings, as well as to support specifiers and architects in understanding... View Article

Quince Homes’ latest luxury housing development completed with Forbo’s Allura LVT

Wednesday, 2nd September 2026

Surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of Morecombe Bay, the luxury Pippins Beck residential development in the Lake District demanded high expectations from its interior finishes. Forbo Flooring System’s Allura LVT was specified as the ideal solution to match both the... View Article

Buttress completes the restoration of Salford’s Buile Hill Mansion with a conservation-led approach

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

Buile Hill Mansion restoration project, with design led by Buttress Architects, officially completed and re-opened to the public in Spring this year after being left derelict for over 25 years. The Grade II listed building’s transformation is now captured in... View Article

Stonewater secures fifth SHIFT Gold accreditation

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

Stonewater has retained its SHIFT Gold accreditation for the fifth time, while ranking 1st amongst the 40 most recent SHIFT assessments for the second consecutive year. The housing association achieved its highest overall SHIFT (Sustainable Homes Index For Tomorrow) score,... View Article

Protecting and maintaining high-value homes without compromising design

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

In high-value homes where every element is carefully curated, security is judged not only by how effectively it protects a property, but also by how little it interferes with visual character. The challenge is to incorporate comprehensive protection without any... View Article

Orbit Homes welcomes Jerome Mayhew MP to newly launched Norfolk development of 272 homes

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

Orbit Homes, part of not-for-profit housing group Orbit and a HBF 5-star rated housebuilder, welcomed Jerome Mayhew MP for a visit to its recently launched Victoria Gardens development in Norfolk, where it’s helping to meet local housing need. Victoria Gardens... View Article

Beyond performance claims: why robust evidence is key for construction

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

By Dr Danilo Gomes, technical sales & specification manager at URSA Insulation As the construction industry moves towards a more evidence-led approach to specification, Dr Danilo Gomes of URSA Insulation explores why product performance and the evidence supporting it can... View Article

Cruden Homes secures new development in Bathgate

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

New site marks Cruden Homes’ first new private-sale development in Bathgate and strengthens its West Lothian presence Five-star housebuilder Cruden Homes has secured a new residential development site in Bathgate, marking its first private-sale development in the town and further... View Article