HKR Architects announces Senior promotions

International Design Practice, HKR Architects is pleased to announce the appointment of Kola Ojeyomi as our new Managing Director. As the practice continues to expand its reach and impact in the global design arena, this exciting transition will be instrumental... View Article

The Homebuilding & Renovating Awards 2024 open for entries

Entries are now invited for The Homebuilding & Renovating Awards 2024, which, for the first time, is partnering with The Times and The Sunday Times, and includes TV personalities Laura Jane Clarke and Sian Astley among its line-up of expert judges. Exceptional... View Article

Show of strength

25-27 June NEC, Birmingham InstallerSHOW, the UK’s biggest event focusing on the sustainable delivery of heat, water, air and energy for all those responsible for decarbonising our built environment, returns to the NEC, Birmingham from 25-27 June, bigger and better... View Article

ACA launches the principaldesigner.uk register for the industry

The Association of Consultant Architects has launched the Building Safety Act principal designer register. Following the Grenfell Tower fire, the government updated the building safety regulations requiring a Principal Designer on all building projects. The ACA has reviewed the competence... View Article

Memorable milestone for Malthouses

Work is underway on 73 new homes at a site known as Malthouses in Parson Cross, Sheffield, marking a significant moment for one of the key people delivering the initiative. Steve Birch is Development Director with Sheffield Housing Company (SHC)... View Article

Include sensory sanctuaries

Catherine Helliker of Danfloor discusses harnessing the power of carpets for creating inclusive education environments suitable for all to use In the dynamic field of education design, the significance of creating inclusive spaces for neurodivergent individuals cannot be overstated. Among... View Article

Airing the economic case for natural ventilation

Ian Rogers of Gilberts puts the case for how ventilation can be carbon neutral as well as cost saving, for the benefit of schools’ bottom line and students’ air quality The need for Britain to get back on track in... View Article

41 homes receive planning approval at Trimdon Village

Regional housebuilder, Homes by Esh, given green light to proceed with new build development. A regional housebuilder has received planning permission from Durham County Council to build 41 residential homes at Trimdon Village after concluding the acquisition of the 7.5... View Article

Bespoke gardens for bigger margins

With 2024 likely to continue being a challenging year for sales, Ben Warren of Marshalls explains why bespoke and ‘templated’ gardens will help housebuilders unlock extra income from their developments  It’s the question so many in the industry are asking:... View Article

Practice Profile: RX Architects

After working on projects in London and the south east for several years, Rob Pollard and Derek Rankin decided their true calling was to found a resi-focused practice in historic Rye. Roseanne Field reports on their successful partnership, and varied... View Article

Clerkenwell Design Week expands its offer for 2024

Clerkenwell Design Week made a triumphant return to London between 21-23 May, marking its 15th year as a global design festival. Building upon its 2023 edition, which drew over 37,000 visitors, CDW elevated the experience with new venues, expanded exhibition... View Article