The case for SIPs

Jim Nolan at Hemsec Manufacturing discusses the case for adopting structural insulated panels (SIPs) to create more thermally-efficient superstructures in the housebuilding sector. The superstructure of a building – the frame, or its load-bearing framework including walls, main floor and... View Article

A tough year for SME builders

Brian Berry of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), takes a look at the barriers SME housebuilders have overcome in 2021, and the challenges that face them moving forwards. The industry closes out another year with enquiries still high and... View Article

Underfloor heating trade interfaces

What do the following trade packages all have in common? They all have a design and buildability interface with the Underfloor Heating and Subfloor Package! For a package that is comparatively small (typically between 2-5% of total build cost) this... View Article

Cornish past and future

Intended to perfectly synthesise the historical and contemporary, The Nest is a boutique development that has just been launched in a picturesque Cornish village. Jack Wooler spoke to Paul Stephens of Stephens + Stephens on the design and restoration processes... View Article

Quintain wins at Wembley

The 743-home Canada Gardens development – the latest step in Wembley Park’s major regeneration journey – is now occupied. ​​Julian Tollast at Quintain Living explores the lessons from the project so far with Jack Wooler, plus the wider benefits of... View Article

FABRICK WINS AGENCY OF THE YEAR AWARD

Marketing agency Fabrick, has scooped the Agency of the Year award at  the prestigious 2021 Construction Marketing Awards. Supported by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), the awards recognise marketing  excellence across the built environment.  Working exclusively in the built environment,... View Article

MMC: The only way to meet demand

With UK housing targets yet to be met, Chris Williams of Green Life Buildings (GLB) discusses how Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) are the smart solution to pick up the shortfall. If we are going to hit the 300,000 properties... View Article

Property Predictions 2022

Dean Markall, Sales and Marketing Director at Martin Grant Homes, comments: “2021 has been the sequel to a truly unpredictable 2020, and while it seems ludicrous to even try to predict what 2022 may bring, there are some growing hints... View Article

Futureproofing windows and doors

Adrian Pavey of Nationwide Windows and Doors discusses the importance of housebuilders and developers ensuring their properties’ fenestration meets the standards of tomorrow as well as today It is a pivotal time for the construction industry at the moment, and... View Article

Super new doors from Door Superstore

Online builders’ merchants Door Superstore, part of the CMO Group,  has expanded its already extensive product offering with the launch of its new own-brand doors that are affordable, stylish and super easy to install. The new range of hollow core and... View Article