Elevated expectations

Lee Bucknall of James Hardie looks forward to a ‘transformed’ industry for housebuilders and developers in 2025 and beyond, and how the cladding sector is responding to the challenges. As we look ahead to 2025, the housebuilding and development sectors... View Article

Ethical routes to a perfect skin

From 04-06 February, London’s Business Design Centre will host the Surface Design Show (SDS), the UK’s largest show dedicated to surface material innovation. With over 180 exhibitors, it is the event of choice for architects and designers to see, source... View Article

New ways of working

Workplace fit-outs are no longer just about pure function; the focus has shifted to enhancing human experience and staff wellbeing. Ruth Evans of CPMG Architects explores the growing link between design and behaviour. Historic trends have showcased a ‘job for... View Article

The sensory power of floors

Catherine Helliker of Danfloor discusses harnessing the power of soft floorcoverings for creating inclusive education environments which support neurodivergence. In designing inclusive spaces which support all users’ needs, such as in education facilities, the need to focus on the importance... View Article

Breaking down barriers

With the UK’s aging social housing stock and stringent decarbonisation targets and legal obligations, Kelly Hibbert of Eurocell, examines the key challenges facing the sector in achieving emissions reduction goals while addressing fuel poverty. The UK has the oldest social... View Article

A long and winding road

Brian Berry of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) looks back over what has been a pivotal year for housing, and highlights the challenges and opportunities presented to builders by the new Government’s policies. Well, what a bumpy and eventful... View Article

View Point: Patrick Inglis

Patrick Inglis, president of ACA, describes the new safety information regime post-Building Safety Act, and why architects are best placed to take on the Principal Designer role, while being mindful of the risks. The Phase 2 report on the Grenfell... View Article

Fit for a healthier future

The transformation of Edinburgh’s long-empty Royal Infirmary creates a sustainable new home for the University’s new Futures Institute, a flexible workspace and education facility designed by Bennetts Associates. James Parker reports. According to the University of Edinburgh, the core mission... View Article

Fit for a healthier future

The transformation of Edinburgh’s long-empty Royal Infirmary creates a sustainable new home for the University’s new Futures Institute, a flexible workspace and education facility designed by Bennetts Associates. James Parker reports. According to the University of Edinburgh, the core mission... View Article

Must-have flooring trends for 2025

From subtle, biophilic-inspired flooring to brighter, more confident statement designs, Amtico’s Lorna Williams explores the top five trends set to make a splash in flooring in self-builds next year. The big design trend currently, and likely to sustain into 2025,... View Article

Make an impact

4-6 March ExCeL, London As the built environment moves towards a more sustainable future, Futurebuild 2025 has a theme of Impact, underscoring the event’s dedication to innovation, collaboration and meaningful action. A hub for sustainability and cutting-edge solutions, Futurebuild is... View Article

Concrete’s route to net zero

As demand for eco-friendly homes and stricter regulations grow, Andy Campling of Tarmac explores how manufacturers are tackling the challege of developing low-carbon concrete solutions that could transform UK housebuilding. While the construction industry’s path to net zero is becoming... View Article

Taking a calculated approach

Caroline Bowler of SIG Distribution explores how combining the right calculations with a fabric-first approach can yield the most efficient increase to thermal performance. As winter draws in, the focus on how to efficiently heat a home becomes more apparent.... View Article

Landlord Latest: Stonewater

Stonewater is one of the largest social housing providers in the UK, owning and managing over 40,000 homes for more than 93,000 customers. Our core social mission is to provide homes for those who need them most and build foundations... View Article

Essential Insights for Social Housing

As the built environment moves towards a more sustainable future, Futurebuild 2025, taking place from 4-6 March at ExCeL London, is embracing the theme of Impact, underscoring the event’s dedication to innovation, collaboration and meaningful action. A hub for sustainability... View Article

Boosting thermal comfort & wellbeing

Chris Stammers of BEAMA’s Underfloor Heating Group explains how hydronic underfloor heating creates thermal comfort through even heat distribution and efficient heat transfer. Creating a sense of thermal comfort in a building is essential for the wellbeing of occupants. However,... View Article

Let the light in

Providing far more than a functional necessity, Victoria Brocklesby of Origin explores the integral role that internal doors can play in maximising natural light within in a home. Natural light has a significant impact on how homeowners feel in a... View Article

A home for the ages

Having built their own home once before, the world of self-build wasn’t new to Craig and Jane, but building a multi-generational house for their family was an entirely fresh challenge TEXT Jayne Dowle IMAGES Dug Wilders If building a brand-new... View Article

How to choose a lead-free flashing

Klober UK’s Nick King details six things self-builders and their roofers should be aware of when considering lead-free flashing.  Not all things are made equal, and this saying can certainly be applied to lead-free flashing. From the material the lead-free... View Article