Upwardly-mobile inclusivity

Rebecca Goldsmith at Knauf explains how expectations are now higher for inclusive bathrooms in high-rise multi-occupancy buildings, which are often where requirements for safety, acoustics, thermal performance and durability are tested. High-rise multi-occupancy buildings (HRMOs) now face unique regulatory obligations... View Article

Overcoming accessible bathroom specification pitfalls

Here Stuart Reynolds, UK Marketing & Product Management Director at AKW, discusses the key pitfalls to delivering retirement and care and large refurbishment accessible bathrooms, and how to overcome them. Whether it’s a mixed-ability housing project, a private-pay refurbishment, multi-generational... View Article

Housebuilder breaks ground at two developments across West Essex

Independent housebuilder Dandara has officially commenced construction at St Mary’s​ Park in Great Dunmow and Prior’s Edge in Takeley. This milestone marks a significant​ step forward for much-needed housing delivery in the region, with off-plan launches set​ for February 2026, with show homes... View Article

Anwyl set to start work on 122 new homes in Haydock

WORK to create 122 new homes in Haydock will begin this month, Anwyl Homes has confirmed. When the homebuilder acquired the 11.5-acre site, west of Lodge Lane, in December 2024, it had outline permission for up to 130 new homes.... View Article

Call to action at Futurebuild ‘26

Under the headline theme of ‘Connect’, Futurebuild 2026 is shining a light on the need for collective action in order to drive sustainable change, strengthen competitive standing and support a thriving built environment. There are a raft of heavyweight partners... View Article

View Point: Sean Ronnie Hill

Passivhaus architect Sean Ronnie Hill explains how simple passive design measures plus AECB-aligned targets could be the key to cutting peak summer loads in UK homes. For all the attention given to heat pumps, smart home dashboards and active cooling... View Article

All inclusive

A new SEND school in Stockport is providing a transformed education environment for vulnerable children, with architects AtkinsRéalis setting the bar high for inclusive education design that also embraces nature. Roseanne Field reports On the site where a disused school... View Article