We must stop playing politics with the housing crisis

New research from the Local Government Association (LGA) has revealed that more than a million homes were not built in the past decade despite planning permission for them being granted. The figures showed that 2,564,600 units have been granted planning permission... View Article

Keller Kitchens partners with BKNC

Keller Kitchens, the leading Dutch kitchen manufacturer, and part of the DKG Group, has announced a strategic alliance with North West-based BKNC, a leading kitchen specialist in supplying and installing contract kitchens. Tim Spann, Keller Kitchens’ UK Sales Manager, explains:... View Article

Build the best with CaberDek

Based in the North West of England, Anywl Homes, with their roots in joinery and woodwork, have been building houses in the UK for over 80 years. This well established record has allowed Anywl Homes to cultivate an expert knowledge... View Article

The Vanguard+ electric radiator with Wifi and Voice Control

Using wireless technology, Electrorads Vanguard+ with WiFi also has voice control compatibility with market-leading Amazon Alexa. Its wireless connection via a gateway and App, enables complete control of the heating system, making it one of the smartest ranges in the... View Article

Elan starts work on Lowton homes

The former site of a church in Lowton is being redeveloped to provide 26 much-needed new homes. Elan Homes acquired the 1.78 acre site on Newton Road from the Archdiocese of Liverpool following full planning permission being granted. Groundworks are... View Article

Looking towards a Net-Zero future

This March, Kingspan Insulation invites you to a free seminar series with top industry experts discussing how our built environment is changing in response to the climate crisis and exploring the long-term financial returns that developers can achieve by investing... View Article

Deals pave way for new NE homes of all tenures

A leading North East regeneration and housing specialist has started the new decade by signing deals with two regional housing providers that will deliver 418 new homes for all tenures on two prime sites. Vistry Partnerships – a new venture... View Article

#Budget2020: Greening our housing stock

UK Government needs a concerted focus in this year’s Budget on the built and natural environment to benefit future generations and the UK economy, according to RICS Budget 2020 wish-list. People’s right to a place to call home remains at... View Article

Good indoor air quality with HPV

If you build homes which are super-insulated with superior air-tightness, then good indoor air quality with no formal heating system can be achieved with Heat Pump Ventilation. It provides energy efficient heating, cooling, hot water and heat recovery ventilation all... View Article

Building better with the Roofing, Cladding & Insulation Show

25-26 March 2020, Ricoh Arena, Coventry The Roofing, Cladding and Insulation Show brings you a host of exhibitors demonstrating the latest tools and equipment, plus a carefully curated programme of conference and workshop sessions designed to inspire and support everyone... View Article

We need to talk about plastic

Charlie Ayers, Managing Director & Founder, SureCav There’s no doubt, tackling climate change is high on the government’s list of priorities. This was recently evidenced by its decision to bring forward the ban on fossil fuelled road vehicles (ICE) by... View Article