Building a future for the Gascoigne Estate

A London council estate with a history of problems is being transformed in phases, thanks to a complex, high-density and high-quality scheme by council regeneration specialist developer Be First. They speak to James Parker about the recently completed Gascoigne West... View Article

Exploring solutions for stormwater management

ATTENDEES: Sue Illman, Illman Young  Chris Carr, FMB national president Steve Wilson, Environmental Protection Group Matt Clutton, Cameron Homes Martin Shaw, Meadfleet Ruth Clarke, Innovyze (sponsors) Jamie Gledhill, Brett Landscaping (sponsors) Charlotte Markey, Polypipe Civils and Green Urbanisation (sponsors) Our... View Article

Parkside goes on protecting with 40 for 40

To date, 40 for 40, a partnership between Parkside Architectural Tiles and World Land Trust has protected over 156 acres of biodiverse habitat. 40 for 40 is a partnership between specifiers, Parkside Architectural Tiles and the World Land Trust, www.worldlandtrust.org,... View Article

Is the blue fading?

Patrick Mooney, housing consultant and news editor of Housing, Management & Maintenance magazine asks – could home ownership, one of the traditional strengths of Conservatives, be turning into a weakness? In a sign of the times, the Conservative party is... View Article

Electric solutions are paving the way

Callum Whittall, technical and compliance lead at Green Lighting discusses how new regulations are changing the face of the housebuilding industry, and some of the electrical solutions developers should be considering. The recent implementation of Part L and the forthcoming... View Article

Bournemouth builder hails benefits of West Fraser panels

An experienced carpenter and builder based near Bournemouth, who has been involved in the construction of bespoke homes for two local developers, has taken to social media to demonstrate the speed and efficiency of installing West Fraser’s CaberDek, as well as... View Article

Two game-changing product launches from K Systems

Award-winning UK supplier of external wall insulation (EWI) solutions, K Systems, has launched two innovative new systems to the industry in a matter of weeks. The most recent innovation, a new KIWA BDA-certified Direct Fix system is ideal for new... View Article

Exciting times ahead for Reginox UK sales team

Sinks, taps and accessories manufacturer, Reginox UK, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joe Arnold as Area Sales Manager for the South West region. Joe, who brings a wealth of experience and in-depth knowledge of the KBB industry, says... View Article

Simplifying the specification process using online tools

Hitesh Pattni, Specification Manager at SFS, discusses how to simplify the specification process for rainscreen subframe systems solutions whilst attaining the optimal thermal performance the faster and easier way. So how can specifiers and engineer’s create better buildings? Simplify the process... View Article

Reginox UK announces extension to composite sink portfolio

Three new composite sinks designed with smaller kitchens in mind have been added to the already impressive portfolio offered by sinks, taps and accessories manufacturer and supplier, Reginox UK. Named Avignon, Toulon and Valence, the compact trio are a mix... View Article

A solar system which is pleasant on the eye

Mark Morris of Breedon Generon gets up close and personal with the UK roofing industry’s new solar roof power solution. Racking up 2,000 miles on a friends and family tour of the UK was how we spent a couple of... View Article

Form an instant bond with new Mapecontact Plus

Mapei has introduced Mapecontact Plus – a new solvent-free, double-sided reinforced adhesive strip for fast-track installation of accessories, resilient and textile flooring. New Mapecontact Plus provides an instant bond and a secure, tough hold, eliminating waiting time. It is ideal... View Article

CHARITY SPARKLES AT GARADOR

Christmas arrived early at Garador this year thanks to a special fundraising event for Save the Children. Garador staff had been invited to give a £2 donation for arriving at work in bright Christmas jumpers, but instead of just sweaters,... View Article