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New research: three quarters of homebuyers would consider a Green Home

Tuesday, 15th March 2022

New research has shown that more than three quarters (77%) of people in the housing market are likely to choose a green home for their next purchase. 70% of people looking to get on, or move up, the housing ladder... View Article

ADP to transform Gloucester’s disused Debenhams into University Campus

Tuesday, 15th March 2022

Planning permission has been granted to transform the vacant Debenhams department store in the centre of Gloucester into a new sustainable City Campus for University of Gloucestershire. The adaptive re-use of the former department store by a multi-disciplined design team... View Article

A clear set of challenges

Tuesday, 15th March 2022

The glazing industry, like many others, faced unprecedented issues with availability of materials and extending lead times during 2021. David Clarke of ID Systems explains why these challenges are likely to continue for the foreseeable future The Covid-19 pandemic saw... View Article

Internal glazing, safely

Tuesday, 15th March 2022

Cath McLean of Promat UK gives a technical breakdown on why the latest generation of fire resistant glazing allows internal glass elements to be designed to deliver multiple performance benefits – without compromising safety Creating safe buildings is an absolute... View Article

Keep an eye on the sky

Tuesday, 15th March 2022

With climate change at the forefront of everyone’s mind, Natalie Goodridge of Lamilux UK looks at how buildings and their components – such as skylights – need to be futureproofed and designed to withstand extreme weather events Residential, industrial and... View Article

Switch up your space

Tuesday, 15th March 2022

Whether you favour open plan living or more defined living spaces, most building users are fans of natural light. Susan Sinden from ESG looks at some clever ways to allow maximum light and best use of space, by using switchable... View Article

Avant Homes begin work on 65-home development, creating 200 jobs

Monday, 14th March 2022

North East housebuilder Avant Homes has started construction on a 10-acre site in Ingleby Barwick, Stockton-on-Tees to deliver a £24m, 65-home development. The first phase of the new development located on Round Hill Avenue, three miles from Thornaby town centre, received planning... View Article

New appointments support growth for architects

Monday, 14th March 2022

Architects and interior designers Studio Anyo have announced two new appointments as it continues to develop and expand its regional and national operations. Michelle Tang joins as a Part 1 architectural assistant while Alannah Lyons comes in as an interior... View Article

Stockport committed to a greener future

Monday, 14th March 2022

The opening of two environmentally friendly properties for social rent in Cheadle last week signalled Stockport Council and Stockport Homes‘ continued commitment to social development alongside its green energy targets. In a first for the council, the two developments were... View Article

Over 80% of tenants satisfied with renting, new research shows

Monday, 14th March 2022

Most people renting their home in the private rented sector are happy with their property and landlord, new research reveals today. The Social Market Foundation found that – contrary to some narratives suggest renting is an inherently unhappy experience –... View Article

New Guardian SunGuard® SNX 70 glass offers light, comfort and elegance – from every perspective

Monday, 14th March 2022

Guardian Glass Europe has launched the latest product in their leading SunGuard® eXtraSelective range – Guardian SunGuard SNX 70. SunGuard SNX 70 is a new triple silver-coated glass that boasts outstanding solar control and light transmission approaching 70% – plus... View Article

St. Modwen to double housebuilding delivery with strategic land tie-up

Monday, 14th March 2022

St. Modwen’s dedicated housebuilding business plans to double in size over the next five years as it brings together internal capabilities in land buying, planning, pre-construction, and customer delivery. Experts within its previously standalone strategic land business, Strategic Land &... View Article

Councils respond to Homes for Ukraine scheme

Monday, 14th March 2022

Cllr James Jamieson, chairman of the Local Government Association, which represents 350 councils across England and Wales, said: “The humanitarian crisis caused by the Ukraine invasion is heart-breaking. Councils are ready to help new arrivals from Ukraine settle in the... View Article

Construction shows highest level of output since Sept 2019: industry comment

Monday, 14th March 2022

Commenting on the new construction output figures for January published by the ONS – which show monthly construction output at its highest level since September 2019 – Clive Docwra, managing director of property and construction consultancy McBains, said: “This third successive... View Article

Newton specialist contractors take design liability on your waterproofing project

Monday, 14th March 2022

When carrying out a waterproofing installation, it’s vital that all aspects of the project are protected. That’s why the network of Newton Specialist Contractors (NSBC’s) from Newton Waterproofing, the UK’s leading independent designers and suppliers of guaranteed waterproofing systems, are... View Article

Work starts on site to build new homes at Westwood Park in Glenrothes

Monday, 14th March 2022

National housebuilder, Keepmoat Homes, has officially started work on site at Westwood Park, Glenrothes, which kicks off the eight-year building programme to deliver 420 much needed residential homes to the area. The range of two-, three- and four-bedroom houses have... View Article

HOK selected to design modernisation of Avicii Arena in Stockholm, Sweden

Monday, 14th March 2022

Stockholm Globe Arena Fastigheter AB (SGAF) have selected a project team to reimagine Avicii Arena in accordance with previous decisions made by the Stockholm City Council. HOK will be the lead architect for the renovation. They join a team led... View Article

Newton Waterproofing saves double basement failure in Notting Hill

Monday, 14th March 2022

LISTEN HERE Newton Waterproofing and their Specialist Contractor Stonehouse have delivered an exceptional waterproofing design and installation for a large, two-level basement in Notting Hill, resulting in a stunning watertight and guaranteed new living space beneath the home. The UK’s... View Article