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Announcing the Steel Window Association Awards 2024

Monday, 5th February 2024

The Association, and members, are thrilled to announce the launch of the very first Steel Window Association Awards. The awards have been created to highlight impressive projects as well as detailing the experience and knowledge that goes into creating beautiful... View Article

Sapphire delivers balcony innovation to Berkley Homes Chelsea Creek project

Monday, 5th February 2024

Chelsea Homes , a stunning St George, Berkley Homes project in Central London offers European-style urban lifestyle with tree-lined avenues and meandering waterways. The façade of the building had different exteriors using brick, metal and GRC panels and a total... View Article

Suffolk Building Society: Two-thirds of potential self-builders do not know that they can borrow to buy land

Monday, 5th February 2024

According to research from Suffolk Building Society, over two-thirds (69%) of potential self-builders do not know that some mortgage lenders will allow them to borrow to purchase land where planning permission has been granted. Correspondingly, concern over financing a project was... View Article

Custom and self build homes deliver greater local beneficial impacts than the average new build

Monday, 5th February 2024

For the first time, research in the recently published NaCSBA Custom and Self Build Report 2023/24 demonstrates that custom and self build homes have a significantly higher positive local impact compared to mainstream housing, and that the homes built are more sustainable... View Article

Recognising the importance of apprenticeships

Monday, 5th February 2024

Kicking off its largest development to date, Watson Homes is providing opportunities for the next generation of the construction workforce. Elleise Stanton, people and culture manager at Watson Homes discusses how the company recognises the value of investing in apprenticeships... View Article

World’s first green hydrogen refuelling network for recreational boating to be built by ZHA for NatPower H

Saturday, 3rd February 2024

The world’s first green hydrogen refuelling infrastructure for the recreational boating industry will be initiated in 25 Italian marinas and ports with refuelling stations designed by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA). A €100 million investment led by NatPower H (part of... View Article

Bridging the construction gender gap: 7 strategies to attract more women to the industry

Friday, 2nd February 2024

While women have made significant strides in various professional fields, the construction industry remains largely male-dominated. According to recent statistics, only 15% of construction workers are female. This glaring gender gap not only limits the industry’s potential but also overlooks the... View Article

No need to compromise: How advances in powder coating technology are ‘unlocking’ architect’s design potential

Friday, 2nd February 2024

Delivering bold, beautiful, but resilient buildings is an age-old challenge for architects, particularly in today’s climate, when so much emphasis is placed on balancing visual appeal with structural performance. Architects want to ensure their creations are a cut above the... View Article

Mira Showers introduces new Select Flex: pioneering inclusive design for an enhanced accessible shower experience

Friday, 2nd February 2024

Mira Showers, the UK’s leading shower manufacturer, is delighted to introduce the new Mira Select Flex: a mixer shower designed in partnership with the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) to support a wide range of accessibility needs. This... View Article

Glidevale Protect covers all solar roofing needs with 15 year product warranty

Friday, 2nd February 2024

UK building materials producer Glidevale Protect has unveiled a new 15 year product warranty on its pitched roofing underlays and ventilation products when used as a complete system where integrated in-roof photovoltaic (PV) panels are installed, offering quality assurance across... View Article

Connect with modern nature: Forbo’s new Marmoleum solid collection

Friday, 2nd February 2024

Building on the success of its climate positive Marmoleum flooring, Forbo Flooring Systems continues to push forward, updating the Marmoleum Solid collection to support the enduring trend for contemporary interiors that connect with modern nature. Refreshed and contemporary, the new... View Article

Don’t kerb your enthusiasm for brick

Friday, 2nd February 2024

Jason Hughes of Imperial Bricks explains how variations in brick colour, texture, size, and laying pattern all have a direct affect on the kerb appeal of your project, which impacts its future value Choosing the right cladding material is one... View Article

Taking the customer experience to new heights: UNStudio completes new Flagship Store for Huawei in Shanghai

Friday, 2nd February 2024

UNStudio has partnered with Huawei, a leading Chinese pioneer in information and communications technology and smart products, to design their new flagship store in Shanghai. The aim is to create a distinct and user-driven customer experience. Working in close collaboration... View Article

A perfect blend of innovation and affordability: Introducing Beko’s award-winning AeroPerfect™ range of built-in ovens

Friday, 2nd February 2024

Winner of 10 Which? Best Built-in Oven Awards, Beko’s range of AeroPerfect™ ovens, which all come with an ‘A’ rating for energy usage, have been designed with simplicity and energy-efficiency in mind. The range offers 35% faster cooking and 40%... View Article

Futureproofing timber frame homes

Friday, 2nd February 2024

Matthew Evans of Kingspan Insulation discusses how to ensure your timber frame home is well insulated so you don’t lose energy efficiency benefits Timber frame constructions are growing in popularity in the UK and now account for around 25% of... View Article

Fair and transparent payment practices: The positve impact on the supply chain

Thursday, 1st February 2024

Poor procurement and the balance of power between contracting parties can result in some firms becoming more exposed to adversarial contracting and the pressures of low cost tendering. Poor payment practices can also add to the pressure faced by contractors... View Article

Wraptite® is the solution for Dundee young persons’ home

Thursday, 1st February 2024

The Wraptite external air barrier system from the A. Proctor Group has been chosen for its high performance airtight insulation for a new home for young people in Dundee, Scotland. The new £3m single-storey building will be a home for... View Article

Fernox heat pump filter wins prestigious industry award

Thursday, 1st February 2024

Fernox has been awarded the ‘Domestic Heating Product of the Year – Components’ for its Sigma TF1 HP Filter at the H&V News Awards 2023. The H&V News Awards brings together the entire HVAC supply chain, including manufacturers, contractors, consultants... View Article