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Episode 9 of the Building Insights podcast is now available

Tuesday, 14th March 2023

In the latest episode of the Building Insights podcast, netMAGmedia speaks to architect Bill Dunster OBE, a leading light in sustainable design globally, having pioneered several zero carbon developments in the UK since the 1990s, including the Stirling Prize-shortlisted BedZed... View Article

Shotley Bridge Community Hospital by Medical Architecture receives planning approval

Tuesday, 14th March 2023

Proposals for a new community hospital in Consett, designed by Medical Architecture for County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, have been unanimously approved by Durham’s strategic planning committee. The project is in Cohort 2 of the New Hospital Programme,... View Article

Let’s Talk: Why the Construction Sector Must Embrace Workplace Mental Health Support

Monday, 13th March 2023

In England, one in six people will experience depression or anxiety in any given week. In recent years, a growing movement in favour of the destigmatisation of these issues has encouraged more open attitudes towards mental health, making it easier... View Article

Why Jeremy Hunt needs to stimulate growth – by Wavensmere Homes

Monday, 13th March 2023

Speaking ahead of Jeremy Hunt’s Spring Budget announcement, James Dickens, managing director of Birmingham-based housebuilder Wavensmere Homes, said: “We are bracing ourselves for a lacklustre Budget, but every individual and business operating in the UK needs to believe there might... View Article

Plans to loosen immigration barriers will boost construction, says FMB

Monday, 13th March 2023

The Government’s proposed loosening of immigration rules will be a positive boost for the construction sector which is struggling to recruit enough workers, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB said: “The Government’s... View Article

University of Bath architects set to share low-carbon building design expertise on India roadshow

Monday, 13th March 2023

Design experts set to visit New Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai to share low-carbon, climate resilient building design ideas and tools University of Bath architecture experts will embark on a roadshow across three major Indian cities this week, sharing their knowledge... View Article

ilke Homes partners with Orbit Homes to deliver 140 affordable properties at brand-new development in Hastings

Monday, 13th March 2023

Leading modular housing pioneer ilke Homes has entered into a land led package deal with Orbit Homes to deliver 140 affordable homes in Harrow Lane, Hastings. Hastings Borough Council granted Reserved Matters Approval for the 12.4-acre site in March 2022.... View Article

David Chipperfield awarded Pritzker Prize for 2023

Thursday, 9th March 2023

David Chipperfield has been selected as the 2023 winner of the Pritzker Architecture Prize. Founded in 1979, the honour is awarded annually to a living architect whose built work has “produced consistent and significant contributions to humanity and the built... View Article

TODD Architects wins approval for 12-storey residential scheme in Salford

Monday, 6th March 2023

Manchester-based property developer Generation’s plans for a 12-storey, 85-apartment scheme on Duncan Street in Salford, designed by TODD Architects, have been approved by Salford City Council. Targeted at aspirational young professionals, the new-build residential scheme showcases a mix of quality residential... View Article

Leading Architecture Practice Awarded B Corp Status

Thursday, 2nd March 2023

March marks B Corp month, and a leading UK architectural practice is celebrating after being awarded coveted B Corp status in recognition of its social and environmental impact. The North East based Space Group, which incorporates Space Architects, Twinview, bimstore... View Article

Three new Life Science Buildings at the Oxford Science Park Approved

Thursday, 2nd March 2023

Oxford City Council have approved plans for three new buildings on The Oxford Science Park (TOSP), totalling over 400K ft². Designed by Scott Brownrigg, each building will provide headquarters – office and laboratory facilities – for leading science and technology... View Article

Keeping up with ventilation requirements

Thursday, 2nd March 2023

Ruth MacEachern of EnviroVent looks at what the ventilation requirement changes for new homes mean for housebuilders in England and Wales, and how they can meet the challenge. 2022 was a year of significant change in the ventilation industry. Major... View Article

Heat pumps: Our low carbon future

Thursday, 2nd March 2023

Now is the time to act and start changing the way we heat and cool our homes. Paul Taylor of Panasonic discusses the significant role that heat pumps can play in helping to reduce emissions, energy consumption and costs. Decarbonisation... View Article

Studio Moren achieves planning consent for architecturally rich and varied residential develoment in Great Oakley, Essex

Wednesday, 1st March 2023

Studio Moren has recently gained a planning consent from Tendring District Council for a scheme of 86 new homes on the edge of the village of Great Oakley, Essex. The 3.7ha development, for Great Oakley Development Ltd, features a mix... View Article

Woods Bagot deploys WeatherShift, takes the lead on climate change design

Wednesday, 1st March 2023

Climate change modelling will be incorporated in the design of every new project by global architecture studio Woods Bagot, which has developed a proprietary analytical tool incorporating custom weather data from Arup. Russell Fortmeyer, Global Sustainability Leader at Woods Bagot,... View Article

Futurebuild for a better built environment

Wednesday, 1st March 2023

7 – 9 MARCH EXCEL, LONDON Futurebuild 2023 is set to provide housebuilders and developers with the ideas, inspiration and innovative solutions that will help them create net zero buildings faster, more safely and more efficiently. Taking place at ExCeL... View Article

Staying up to speed with fire safety

Wednesday, 1st March 2023

Housebuilders and developers must stay up to date with the latest fire regulations to ensure compliance of a property portfolio is maintained. Here, Simon Jones of Kidde Safety Europe summarises the most recent updates to be aware of. If you... View Article

House building up in 2022 despite challenges in final quarter

Tuesday, 28th February 2023

21% decline in new home registrations in Q4 2022 compared to Q3 2022 10 out of 12 UK regions experience fall with London most impacted in Q4 Rental sector less affected as demand for affordable homes holds up in Q4... View Article

House building up in 2022 despite challenges in final quarter

Tuesday, 28th February 2023

Exclusive new homes data released yesterday by the National House Building Council (NHBC) reveals 2022 saw the highest number of new home registrations since 2007 (191,801 in 2022 vs. 198,467 in 2007). Within that, the final quarter of the year... View Article

New impact and performance manager for Orbit

Tuesday, 28th February 2023

Orbit has appointed an Impact and Performance Manager as part of its new strategy to support the wellbeing of customers. Abdel Najid joins the leading social housing provider and housebuilder with over 30 years’ experience across both private and not for... View Article