Protecting an impressive research facility

This impressive 4,000sqm property with striking modern architecture is one of the core laboratories funded by the UK government to research infrastructure and cities.  The unique, purpose built facility creates life size environments such as railway stations or town squares,... View Article

An airtight case for MVHR in new homes

Ruth MacEachern of EnviroVent explains why mechanical ventilation with heat recovery systems are the key to improving energy efficiency in modern homes. Housebuilders are building to ever more stringent Building Regulations requirements for airtightness, however to ensure an energy efficient... View Article

Having the vision

Alissa and David Talbot transformed their cramped London maisonette into a beautiful and practical home to house their growing family TEXT Alexandra Pratt IMAGES Joe Whitmore/Carta Nova It was the summer of 2021 and Alissa and David were living in... View Article

Smart connections for a smarter planet

Why we should be using existing infrastructure for installation Sustainability is at the forefront of our collective consciousness, influencing everything from individual lifestyle choices to large-scale corporate strategies. Despite this widespread awareness, it is surprising to see major network operators,... View Article

Garador training courses a huge success

Leading garage door manufacturer Garador says its training courses are proving a huge success. Garador runs training courses throughout the year on both product familiarisation and also installation. The product training courses offer expert advice and guidance to provide all sales staff... View Article

YMCA MK scores green roof first

Green roofs are permanent, right? Wrong – and the recent World Green Roof Day event on the top of Milton Keynes’ £13 million YMCA building provided a brilliant opportunity to see at close quarters how flexible, beautiful and relocatable they can be.... View Article

Savvy with SuDS

Samantha Hursey of Meadfleet Open Space Management discusses the practicalities of maintaining SuDS and how they can bring amenity to new housing developments. Sustainable Drainage Systems or SuDS, not only play a key role on residential developments in mitigating the... View Article

Bargate Homes Submit Plans for Old Bedhampton Housing

Detailed plans for a proposed new housing development in the scenic Hampshire suburb of Old Bedhampton have been submitted to Havant Borough Council by Bargate Homes. The reserved matters application sets out design details for 43 new homes adjacent to... View Article

Over 5,000 Raven homes now rated EPC ‘C’ or better

Raven Housing Trust is proud to announce a significant step forward in its  commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency, having successfully upgraded  more than 5,000 homes (88% of its total portfolio) to achieve an Energy Performance  Certificate (EPC) rating of... View Article

Wavensmere Homes submits plans for £150m development

Wavensmere Homes has submitted a full planning application to City of Wolverhampton Council for the proposed £150m residential-led Canalside South development. The 17.5-acre former industrial site is located within the city centre – moments from the transport interchange – and... View Article