Bargate Homes Invests in Next Generation of Site Managers

Hampshire-based Bargate Homes is investing in its next generation of site managers, with five members of its construction team having undertaken their NHBC Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations. Run by the National Housing Building Council (NHBC), the specialist... View Article

Heidi’s Haven

Building a home tailored for a child with complex medical needs, required innovative design and careful planning by Sarah and Steve Land and their architect, resulting in a space both functional and inviting TEXT Jayne Dowle IMAGES Transform Architects When... View Article

Fabric first: how EWI reduces reliance on heating systems

Recent research has revealed a growing trend among homeowners to switch to External Wall Insulation (EWI). According to the Baumit study, this ties up with a significant increase in homeowners and self-builders’ knowledge about the benefits of EWI.  Here, Matthew... View Article

GEZE UK – a Living Wage company

GEZE UK is delighted to announce that the company has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer. The real Living Wage is the only UK wage rate based on the cost of living. It is voluntarily paid by over 14,000... View Article

The new standard in the bathroom

Simple and elegant, the new Geberit AquaClean Alba blends seamlessly into any bathroom design. The AquaClean Alba is a simple, stylish WC complete with spray functionality that ensures perfect personal hygiene after using the toilet. This perfect entry-level model offers... View Article

eco1™

All Althon headwalls are manufactured using a trademarked eco1™ concrete mix design. The standard eco1™ concrete mix, which is a Cement & GGBS blend, significantly reduces C0²e emissions by 50% when compared to a standard CEM1 concrete mix. In addition... View Article

Gaia install underfloor heating for high-profile developments

Part of the wider regeneration of Watford, The Eight Gardens is a residential and commercial development from Berkeley Homes, featuring studio, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments surrounded by landscaped gardens and art installations. Due to Gaia’s long-standing relationship as a trusted... View Article

In profile – Pendock pipe boxing

The use of pre-formed boxings and casings for concealing pipework on social housing refurbishment projects has gradually overtaken the time intensive procedure of fabricating individual boxing on site to become the preferred solution for most social landlords and contractors. To... View Article

SUDwell™ The Resin Bonded Slab Company

Innovative SuDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems) solutions by SUDwell offer architects unparalleled versatility. SUDwell Resin Bound Kits provide seamless integration of eco-friendly paving, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and environmental sustainability. With our SUDwell patented Resin Bound Paving Slabs, architects can elevate... View Article

SPPARC appointed by Yoo Capital for Camden Film Quarter

SPPARC, the London-based architecture studio co-designing Olympia and behind the redevelopment of Borough Yards, has announced its appointment by real estate investment firm Yoo Capital as masterplanner architect for a new mixed-use neighbourhood in Camden’s Kentish Town, anchored by a... View Article

Avant Homes appoints Group Head of Marketing

Avant Homes has promoted Alicia Hattersley to the position of group head of marketing in just over a year since she joined the business. Alicia was hired by the multi-tenure housebuilder as group marketing manager from Gleeson Homes where she was... View Article