Building a solid reputation

BRiCS is a new housebuilder on the block which is attempting to raise the bar on quality and sustainability. James Parker speaks to co-founder Hugo Reeve. BRiCS is a new SME housebuilder targeted at building high-quality homes in the south... View Article

Overheating – the hot topic

Overheating has become an increasingly important issue for homes. Dr Anastasia Mylona from CIBSE explains the issue further and outlines some potential solutions It feels odd to be talking about the impact of climate change after the UK has just... View Article

Unlocking the right mix

A former prison site in Portsmouth has found a new purpose, in a combination of new build and refurbishment for a ‘tenure blind’ mix of luxury flats and affordable homes – by two housebuilders. Roseanne Field reports Located on one... View Article

SHAPING TOMORROW: Electrification in new build homes

The UK housing sector is facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. In the realm of home electrification, emerging trends are not just changing how houses are built, but fundamentally altering their functionality and interaction with the wider energy ecosystem. It’s time... View Article

Sovereign network group named first time buyer favourite

Leading housing association Sovereign Network Group (SNG) has been highly commended in the recent First Time Buyer Awards, highlighting the many ways in which it is supporting first time buyers on to the property ladder. Recognised in the Affordable Housing... View Article

Deal agreed for affordable homes in Gloucestershire village

A Gloucestershire village will be the latest to benefit from new affordable homes from a large Midlands provider. Platform Housing Group – which manages almost 50,000 homes across the region – has agreed a deal with Vistry, Britain’s biggest housebuilder... View Article

JMJ Group Holding announce The Grove by ZHA

Comprised of 293 apartments offering panoramic views of Qetaifan Bay and the Lusail skyline, The Grove has been designed with its waterfront promenade as the heart of the community. Passive design strategies are combined with advanced cooling technologies powered by... View Article

Domus Ventilation Expands Energy Efficient Axial Fan Range

UK ventilation manufacturer Domus Ventilation has added new models to its intermittent axial fan range: the DBF100 100mm (4”) fan and the DKF150 150mm (6”) fan. Both fan types are available in versions with timer control, and combined humidistat and... View Article

Going beyond Gateway 2

Chris Hall of Siderise looks at the new design quality regime under the Building Sagfety Act, and the Gateway 2 approval for higher-risk buildings in particular, discussing what architects need to know on the documentation requirements One of the most... View Article

Reginox at London Build Expo 2024

Reginox UK has built an outstanding reputation for the quality, depth and breadth of its ranges as a B2B manufacturer and supplier of sinks, taps, worktops and accessories for the housebuilding, specification and KBB sectors for 23 years. Led by... View Article

New cast iron radiator finishes to suit every interior need

The Radiator Company, one of the UK and Ireland’s largest suppliers of designer radiators, has introduced a striking new collection of cast iron finishes available for its Clifton, Ledbury, Henley, and Wentworth ranges of cast iron radiators. Now customers can... View Article