Let there be light

Tracey Jackson of Howells Patent Glazing explains why daylighting is a vital consideration for self-builders and renovators and how to achieve the best results. Natural light is a powerful resource and one of the most important elements in architectural design,... View Article

Breathe easy

Ashley Cooper of WMS explores how underfloor heating provides the ideal balance between indoor air quality, comfort and efficiency. When planning a self-build, comfort and efficiency are often top priorities, but one crucial factor is sometimes overlooked – indoor air... View Article

Boutique Modern celebrates landmark development in Eastbourne

Modular homes company Boutique Modern has signed contracts to deliver its most significant project to date when it builds 100 affordable homes at the Grade II Listed Victorian Pump House in Eastbourne. The scheme will deliver 100 affordable homes, including 59 houses... View Article

Populous acquires Fentress Architects, expanding global aviation portfolio

Populous, the world-renowned design firm specialising in sport and entertainment venues, today announced the acquisition of Denver-based Fentress Architects, a global leader in iconic aviation projects and prominent public buildings, including convention centres, museums and government facilities. This strategic acquisition... View Article

Allison Homes South West appoints new Managing Director

Allison Homes has announced Glyn Mabey as the new Managing Director for the South West region. Formerly Managing Director of Allison Homes East Region, Glyn has 30 years’ experience in the property sector. He will spearhead the ambitious growth plans... View Article

Framing your self-build

ecoHaus Windows & Doors’ Craig Luff offers a comprehensive guide for self-builders and renovators on selecting the ideal windows and doors for your home. When starting your self-build project, the decisions made during the planning stages set the tone for... View Article

Allison Homes South West appoints new Managing Director

Allison Homes has announced Glyn Mabey as the new Managing Director for the South West region. Formerly Managing Director of Allison Homes East Region, Glyn has 30 years’ experience in the property sector. He will spearhead the ambitious growth plans... View Article

Orbit welcomes new Chief Property Officer

Orbit has appointed Scott Rutherford as its new Chief Property Officer. Scott joins the not-for-profit housing group with over 25 years’ experience, latterly as Property Services Director at Travelodge, where he was responsible for construction, maintenance, refurbishment and asset management for the... View Article

£15m New Homes Proposal for Former Silsden School Sites

Yorkshire property developer Redstart Robinson has submitted plans to City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council (CBMDC) for the redevelopment of two former school sites in Silsden. If approved the £15m development will deliver a combined total of 48 new homes,... View Article