Procurement for Housing (PfH) has appointed 27 suppliers to the fifth generation of its Social Housing Emerging Disruptors (SHED) framework – the largest cohort since the framework was established in 2022. The value of contracts awarded under SHED quadrupled in... View Article

A Peterborough housing development has been awarded a host of industry accolades for its building excellence. Hampton Water, a residential community in South Peterborough, has won six Local Authority Building Control (LABC) Building Excellence Awards. Leading independent property developer, Morris... View Article

As part of the first step in his planned retirement, Placefirst CEO David Mawson will move from CEO to the position of Executive Chair. Mawson will take on the new role in February, having served as CEO for almost six years. Chief Investment... View Article

Platform Housing Group has been officially recognised as a Disability Confident Leader, the highest level of accreditation in the Government’s Disability Confident scheme, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to disability inclusion. The Level 3 status – awarded earlier this month and in place until... View Article

NHBC, the UK’s leading new home warranty and insurance provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Maillet as Chief Financial Officer. Sarah brings with her more than 20 years’ experience as an executive leader in the global finance... View Article

Ryan Wenham of Larsen Architecture has welcomed news that the Architects Registration Board is in talks with government about regulating the function of architectural work, calling the move long overdue and critical for the future of the profession. Wenham stated:... View Article

Norse Homes, a sustainable-first SME housebuilder operating across both the affordable and bespoke open-market sectors, has become one of the first UK developers to integrate Tap, the intelligent light switch by Tewke, into new residential developments. Forward-thinking Norse recognises the growing shift... View Article

LOM architecture and design has announced the appointment of Chiara Cantilena as Head of Interiors, demonstrating the studio’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional interior design. The new leadership role affirms the practice’s focus on design excellence across architecture and interiors.... View Article

Karbon Homes has pledged its commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion, by signing the HouseProud LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge, delivered by Stonewall Housing. By signing the pledge, the northern housing association is showing its commitment to equality and support for LGBTQ+ residents and making housing more inclusive. Di Keller, Strategic Equality, Diversity and... View Article

‘A VILLAGE, NOT A SCHOOL’ – LIVERPOOL PLANNERS BACK PIONEERING SEND SCHOOL Princes School in Liverpool will be one of the UK’s largest single-storey facilities that covers the whole spectrum of SEND It will support 250 pupils drawn from four... View Article

Bellway has been named one of the three most admired housebuilders in Britain in an annual business survey run by the London Stock Exchange. The FTSE 250 Index listed housebuilder received the bronze award in the Home Construction category of... View Article

By Allan Corfield Architects, exhibitors at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show When planning a new home, it’s natural to think about design, location and budget—but what about its long-term value? More homeowners and self-builders are now turning to the Passivhaus standard as... View Article

Cardo has been reappointed by Dacorum Borough Council to continue delivering repairs and maintenance services for the council’s 10,500 homes. The new contract starts on 1 July 2026 for an initial five-year term with an option to extend for a... View Article

Poole-based developer AJC Group has been appointed by Aster Group and the Dorchester Area Community Land Trust (DACLT) to deliver a new 100% affordable housing scheme off West Walks in central Dorchester. The scheme will bring forward genuinely affordable homes,... View Article

Working with Angola’s Ministry of Transport, Foster + Partners has developed designs for the Icolo e Bengo Aerotropolis, which will serve as a regional hub in Central and South Africa and reinforce Angola’s global presence. The masterplan aligns with Angola’s... View Article

The City of London Corporation has granted planning approval for John Robertson Architects’ (JRA) transformation of St Bride’s House at 10 Salisbury Square. The redevelopment will offer 52,500 square feet of high-quality Grade-A office space, strategically located next to the... View Article

Construction of 45 new council homes and 39 market sale homes on Fanshawe Road, near Coleridge Recreation Ground in Cambridge, has reached a key milestone, marked by a topping-out ceremony to celebrate the development reaching its highest point of construction.... View Article

Bellway has submitted detailed proposals for a new development of 116 new homes in Chadwell St Mary which will create affordable housing and new public open space for the area. The housebuilder has applied to Thurrock Council for full planning... View Article