Top 10 UK Homebuilder Keepmoat Appoints New CEO

Top 10 UK homebuilder Keepmoat has announced the promotion of Divisional Chairman, Ian Hoad, to the role of Chief Executive Officer. Ian succeeds Tim Beale, who has stepped down as Chief Executive following eight years with the business. Ian initially... View Article

£112m Belgrave Village Development Completes

Construction has completed at the £112m Belgrave Village scheme in central Birmingham, which has been delivered by Wavensmere Homes in partnership with Galliard Homes and Apsley House Capital. An event to mark the completion has taken place less than three... View Article

Reading to gain 16 affordable homes

Work is set to begin this summer on a new development of 16 affordable homes in Elgar Road South, Reading. The homes, delivered by leading housing provider Abri, will be built on the site of the former Reading driving test centre. Abri’s in-house... View Article

The road to Net Zero in the housing sector

Simon Storer, Chief Executive of Insulation Manufacturers Association With the government’s commitment to build 1.5 million ‘safe and decent’ homes during this Parliament, coupled with the relaunch of the Net Zero Council, there is a clear opportunity for the construction... View Article

Building Safety Regulator head to stand down in September

Philip White, director of the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has announced he will step down from the role in September, after two years of challenges setting up the body and widespread complaints around delays to project approvals. White will however... View Article

Bespoke Security for Cultural Spaces

In 2021/2022, over £3.2 million worth of cultural property was stolen from museums, art galleries, and stately homes in the UK. Heritage insurer, Ecclesiastical state that 9 in 10 heritage organisations surveyed had suffered a crime in the previous 12... View Article

The Elegance of Wet Rooms with Tile of Spain

Whether creating a spa-like retreat or a contemporary aesthetic, Tile of Spain’s manufacturers offer a diverse range of versatile, durable and luxurious tiles to enhance any wetroom. From high gloss to rustic natural stone-effect finishes, tiles remain the preferred choice... View Article

Luxury Window and Door Hardware by Croft

It’s easy to overlook window and door hardware, but these details play a crucial role in defining a room’s style and functionality. Whether renovating, upgrading or simply making small changes, investing in high quality hardware is a smart and stylish... View Article

Fitzroy of London Enhances Collection

Fitzroy of London is proud to unveil the latest evolution of its signature Gosfield Collection, now enhanced with a full range of Taps, Showers & Water Controls. The launch marks a significant step forward in the brand’s mission to deliver... View Article

West Fraser’s CaberMDF in the house

From furniture to architectural mouldings, and radiator covers to panelling, MDF can be seen, or unseen, in many places around the modern home. When it comes to consistency, quality and ease of use, West Fraser’s CaberMDF leads the way with... View Article

Local MP commends ‘vital’ development

Rishi Sunak MP visited Magna Rise, a new affordable housing scheme under construction in the North Yorkshire village of East Cowton, commending it as a vital project for ensuring that people can continue to live, work, and raise their families... View Article

tp bennett strengthens leadership team

tp bennett is pleased to announce the appointment of three new Directors, each bringing a wealth of experience and strategic insight to support the practice’s continued growth across key sectors and geographies. Ash Gupta joins as Director of Masterplanning, bringing over... View Article

Owl Partnerships outlines vision for growth and new MD

Housebuilder, Owl Partnerships has announced a bold vision for the future by appointing a new Managing Director and unveiling a refreshed brand identity.  Warren Bolton has joined the Tamworth-based housebuilder as its new Managing Director, bringing over 20 years’ experience... View Article

A Technical History of Waterproofing

How today’s architecture is informed by the waterproofing of the past by Josh Jinks, Brand Manager at UltraTile Waterproofing has played a vital role in construction for millennia, enabling the preservation and longevity of architectural structures. From early civilisations to... View Article

Social housing delivery crisis

Patrick Mooney explores how social housebuilders are falling far short of targets, with severe underinvestment, rising homelessness, and regulatory pressures undermining efforts to deliver the new homes urgently needed. A fall in the number of new homes started by housing associations... View Article

Orbit appoints new non-executive directors

Orbit, one of the UK’s foremost not-for-profit housing groups, has announced the appointment of Manpreet Dillon, Michelle Dovey and Paul Crawford as non-executive directors to its Common Board. In addition, Orbit has also welcomed Steve Batley to its Strategic Asset Management and... View Article