Science and spatial insight are the keys to long-term BNG

A data-driven, science-backed approach to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is helping housebuilders manage regulatory risk and align with long-term sustainability goals, explains Neill Hogg at Fera Science Ltd. As the housing sector adapts to the realities of BNG regulation in... View Article

Hard landscaping specification: what else do you need to know?

Specifiers and developers will be familiar with standard hard landscaping specification factors such as materials, aesthetics and construction information. Here, Lisa Gow, Head of Specification at Tobermore, discusses what else should be considered to get the best solution for their... View Article

Back from the brink – Oakfields Homes

  Norfolk Rivers Consortium neutralises nutrient neutrality issue for local housebuilder. While no-one wants pollution, the reality of nutrient neutrality is more divisive, for some the difference between life and death, professionally speaking. And so it was for regional housebuilder... View Article

Cracking the carbon code

Stephen Callow of MPA Masonry unpacks a report from the Future Homes Hub which challenges assumptions about timber and masonry’s carbon impact and highlights the need for balanced, evidence-led solutions. The Future Homes Hub (FHH) recently published its report focused... View Article

Construction begins at Scotby Grove – 112 new homes coming to Carlisle

Story Homes progresses major housing scheme in region impacted by Nutrient Neutrality regulations August 2025, Carlisle – Local housebuilder Story Homes has officially commenced construction on Scotby Grove, a new development of 112 high-quality homes in Scotby, Carlisle – marking a significant milestone for... View Article

UKCW celebrates 10th birthday in Birmingham

This autumn, UK Construction Week (UKCW) Birmingham marks a major milestone as it returns to the NEC from 30 September to 2 October, celebrating 10 years as the UK’s largest and most influential event for the built environment. With the... View Article

Defence of the realm

As climate change intensifies, the UK’s environment and buildings face mounting risks. Kirsty Girvan of the UK Green Building Council outlines why urgent, systemic action is needed to adapt to the changes being seen. The climate crisis is no longer... View Article

Curves in the capital

An affordable housing block inspired by Hercule Poirot has distinctive curving brickwork that brings a touch of class to a grey and constrained urban site in London’s East End. Stephen Cousins reports on a challenging project. Fans of the Agatha... View Article

Dandara drives regional growth with Takeley land deal

Independent housebuilder Dandara has acquired a new parcel of land east of Parsonage Road in Takeley, Essex, unlocking plans for a 96-home development that will bring a range of high-quality homes, green infrastructure and community benefits to Uttlesford. Covering 12.5... View Article

Screwfix Live is back for 2025

Back at Farnborough International Exhibition centre once again, from Friday 26th until Sunday 28th September, Screwfix Live has become a must-visit event for trade professionals and DIYers. Now in its 12th year, Screwfix Live continues to grow in popularity, offering... View Article

Bauder Accepts Keys to its New UK Distribution Centre

Bauder marked a major milestone in its UK expansion with the official handover of a brand-new 44,000-square-foot distribution centre at Gateway 14, in Stowmarket, near Ipswich. Located within East Anglia’s largest business, innovation and logistics park, this new facility strengthens Bauder’s... View Article

Thomas Alexander Homes Makes Key New Appointments

Yorkshire-based housebuilder Thomas Alexander Homes has announced the appointments of Hayden Patterson as Site Manager, Elliot Sennett as Quantity Surveyor and Siobhan Wardle as Sales Progressor. In his new role, Mr Patterson will oversee all aspects of quality control, health... View Article