Listed building alterations

Emma Wells, technical director and head of built heritage at SLR Consulting, takes a closer look at the consent needed for changes to a listed building and how those living in these properties should approach the situation. While purchasing a... View Article

Effective design of external communal spaces in housing developments

Housebuilders face increasing pressure to create external communal spaces that are welcoming, sustainable, long-lasting and functional. Achieving all that, whilst also keeping costs down, is a difficult task. But with careful design and high-quality building products, it’s possible to create... View Article

WIN! With Dulux Heritage

Enter to be in with a chance of winning Dulux Heritage paint for your next project! About Dulux Heritage Dulux Heritage provides the perfect blend of modern style and substance for any project. It has been skilfully crafted by professionals... View Article

Awnings on the road to success

The current pergola model and the new wedge-in awning from markilux have each won two prestigious design awards The “pergola style” is the latest addition to the markilux pergola family. With its delicate stature and effective light system, it adds... View Article

SterlingOSB Zero PrimedPlus is replacing ply in many applications

West Fraser is discovering many developers, contractors and other specifiers are moving away from using traditional plywood in favour of its SterlingOSB Zero panel – including for applications such as erecting site hoardings, creating pedestrian walkways and other high visibility... View Article

Keller Kitchens unveils major Investment in Bergen op Zoom factory

Keller Kitchens, the leading Dutch kitchen manufacturer, has made significant strides in expanding its operations with a series of bold investments aimed at increasing production capacity and reinforcing the company’s pioneering commitment to sustainability. Recently commissioned in anticipation of delivering... View Article

The home swap

Sharon and Jer Holland swapped their family bungalow in County Cork for a traditional stone farmhouse owned by Jer’s parents but in need of an upgrade TEXT Alexandra Pratt IMAGES Lynda Kenny This photogenic farmhouse in County Cork in the... View Article

Beal Homes gets green light for £120m development

Regional housebuilder Beal Homes has secured planning approval for a £120m development which will bring 450 new homes to a popular neighbourhood in Hull.  A planning application by East Yorkshire-based housebuilder Beal for a 52-acre site in the Kingswood area... View Article

Wernick promotes company values in new Christmas video

Building on the success of last year’s Accommodating Christmas, this year’s campaign tells a touching, multi-generational story of inspiration, career growth, and the enduring connection between family and Wernick’s values. The video follows a young boy who idolises his father,... View Article

Beko Appliance Partners launch
new online product catalogue

Appliance provider Beko Appliance Partners, who specialise in supplying tailored appliance solutions to housebuilders, developers and build-to-rent providers, have recently enhanced their website with the addition of a new online product catalogue.  This significant update to the website of Beko’s... View Article