Specifying low carbon underfloor heating

Are you struggling with specifying underfloor heating (UFH)? This guide explains how to specify UFH effectively to maximise energy savings, comfort and compliance. It offers practical advice on integrating UFH with low-temperature systems and renewable heat sources, as well as... View Article

Support thermal targets with stone wool insulation

You’ve planned, specified and signed off the design – but on site, performance doesn’t always go to plan. Close the performance gap The ‘performance gap’ – the difference between as-designed and as-built thermal efficiency – is a persistent challenge across... View Article

VELUX: Why daylight gives homes a market advantage

VELUX helps housebuilders create standout developments using natural daylight. Gain the daylight insights, visuals, and expert guidance that help you deliver homes buyers love – brighter, healthier, and quicker to sell. In today’s competitive housing market, creating standout homes is... View Article

Top glass performance

Paul Higgins of TuffX explores how glazing has evolved into a critical element in buildings’ energy performance, and offers  a practical guide to help specifiers achieve ‘futureproofed’ glazing solutions. With the Future Homes Standard (FHS) set to take effect soon,... View Article

£16bn National Housing Bank launched

MHCLG has announced £16bn of “new” public investment within a National Housing Bank pledged to offer support for the construction of more than 500,000 new homes and £53bn of private investment. The Bank is a new subsidiary of Homes England,... View Article

Water treatment solutions from Kelly Tanks

Kelly Tanks supplies Water Treatment Solutions and boasts the UK’s largest, most diverse fleet of Concrete Washouts, designed to ensure sites are equipped to: Comply with regulations Minimise waste and environmental impact Prevent contamination/pollution Promote responsible waste management Available for... View Article

Dandara Strengthens Leadership Team with CFO Appointment

Independent housebuilder Dandara has appointed Jackie Coulthard as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for its housebuilding division, adding a powerhouse of leadership and commercial acumen to the board at a pivotal time for the business. Jackie joins Dandara with more than... View Article

Lords committee seeks views on Building Safety Regulator

The House of Lords Industry and Regulators Committee has issued a call for evidence for its short inquiry into the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). The inquiry will focus on reports of delays to approvals by the regulator for new high-rise buildings and... View Article

Marley clay range blends beauty with precision

Aged charm – New performance | The NEW ACME Heritage colour range bolsters our extensive collection of Acme Single Camber clay plain tiles. For Architects seeking a product that captures the timeless charm of an aged clay roof, the Acme Heritage... View Article

Sun, sand, sea and garage doors that thrive by the shore

Garador looks at the best doors to withstand Britain’s rugged coastal climate With vigorous weather and salt laden sea breezes, any build within three miles of the coast is especially vulnerable to harsh weathering and corrosion. For these locations, there... View Article

CMS Danskin Acoustics launches improved acoustic underlay

CMS Danskin Acoustics’ new acoustic underlay REGUPOL sonus multi 500 series provides excellent acoustic performance, contains a higher percentage of recycled material and offers a commercial advantage over previous REGUPOL variants. Available only from CMS Danskin Acoustics in the UK,... View Article

Get on top of roof design for big gains

Nick Boulton of the Trussed Rafter Association explains how engaging those responsible for roof design early helps housebuilders reduce waste, cut carbon, and meet evolving sustainability regulations. One area of significant progress is the design and construction of roof structures... View Article
A site worth its salt

A site worth its salt

A development of 103 new homes in Cheshire overcame obstacles from the site’s industrial history as a salt mine – which did not deter developers Russell Homes. Roseanne Field reports One of Russell Homes’ latest developments, Brook View, has not... View Article

What does planning reform mean for you

With the benefit of 20 years of experience navigating planning policy, Mark Mirams, chief operations officer at Studio Charrette, gives readers a no-nonsense view of the practical changes brought by the Planning and Infrastructure Bill. At Studio Charrette, we know... View Article

Barratt Redrow rolls out The Pallet LOOP nationwide

Homebuilder continues commitment to circular economy practices by using LOOP collection service The Pallet LOOP is proud to announce that Barratt Redrow, the UK’s largest housebuilder, is rolling out LOOP’s pallet collection service across all of its sites nationwide. The... View Article

An Outlook on Social Housing

IVC Commercial has published its outlook on vinyl flooring for social housing projects. For over a decade, IVC Commercial has focused on vinyl flooring solutions that respond to the needs of all people in social housing. By supporting well-being through... View Article