Let the Spruce Loose

Data shows that timber and timber-based panels have become the fastest-growing categories in contemporary construction, particularly in the offsite and modular niche. Whether it’s walls, floors or ceilings, recent, proprietary research we conducted showed these products are predicted to make... View Article

Precast in the frame for net zero future

A precast concrete approach to constructing the building frame for the UK’s largest ever Passivhaus school has demonstrated the material’s potential for use in highly sustainable buildings. Mark McCann at FP McCann, the country’s largest manufacturer of precast concrete products... View Article

Imagination & effort needed

Patrick Mooney, housing consultant and news editor of Housing Management & Maintenance magazine, looks at the crisis around temporary accommodation costs, and how addressing this requires investment in affordable housing, reforms, and collaboration across government, councils, and housing associations. The... View Article

Aftercare and maintenance of steel windows

Steel windows properly maintained can be expected to last the life of the building The Steel Window Association has developed a series of fact sheets – all can be viewed and downloaded here. The following is a synopsis of the aftercare and maintenance... View Article

Record attendance for Keller at Küchenmeile 2024

As the sun was shining at Gut Böckel Estate in Germany, Keller Kitchens enjoyed a successful show with record numbers in attendance where visitors were presented with all the new product launches for 2025. Innovations include many finishes, colours, styles... View Article

Newly Launched Construction Career Scheme for Young People

Independent housebuilder Dandara is encouraging young people to consider a career in housing and construction with the launch of its first ever management trainee scheme.  With recent statistics revealing that only 6% of young people are considering careers in construction,... View Article

Building a solid reputation

BRiCS is a new housebuilder on the block which is attempting to raise the bar on quality and sustainability. James Parker speaks to co-founder Hugo Reeve. BRiCS is a new SME housebuilder targeted at building high-quality homes in the south... View Article

Overheating – the hot topic

Overheating has become an increasingly important issue for homes. Dr Anastasia Mylona from CIBSE explains the issue further and outlines some potential solutions It feels odd to be talking about the impact of climate change after the UK has just... View Article

Unlocking the right mix

A former prison site in Portsmouth has found a new purpose, in a combination of new build and refurbishment for a ‘tenure blind’ mix of luxury flats and affordable homes – by two housebuilders. Roseanne Field reports Located on one... View Article

SHAPING TOMORROW: Electrification in new build homes

The UK housing sector is facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. In the realm of home electrification, emerging trends are not just changing how houses are built, but fundamentally altering their functionality and interaction with the wider energy ecosystem. It’s time... View Article