How switching to West Fraser’s engineered wood panels helps housebuilders lower their Scope 3 emissions

West Fraser UK, as a pioneer in the industry, has always been dedicated to producing board from sustainable sources of timber. All of the wood used in the manufacture of the company’s engineered panel ranges comes from responsibly managed forests, or from recycled material. Young, fast-growing trees are the lungs of the world, breathing in... View Article

Geberit launches new affordable shower toilet

Geberit has unveiled the AquaClean Alba, an elegant yet affordable shower toilet designed to bring the company’s renowned hygiene and comfort features to a broader range of users so they too can experience washing with water. Here Sophie Weston, head... View Article

From 1970’s relic to contemporary haven

In the outskirts of Newcastle, a bold couple embarked on a journey to reinvent their home, demolishing a dated 1970s property to create a three-story masterpiece. Find out more Products displayed include: Aluminium front doors Double sliding doors NEW FIRST-OF-IT’S-KIND... View Article

Thomas Alexander Homes Expands Senior Management Team.

Yorkshire-based housebuilder Thomas Alexander Homes has made two new key appointments as it continues to grow following the successful recent launches of two new housing developments. Chris Warren has joined the company as Senior Buyer, where he will play a... View Article

Out of the blue with Designer Contracts

Designer Contracts, the UK’s largest flooring contractor, has boosted its blue book collection with a new eco-carpet made entirely with yarn from ethically sourced, internationally accredited plastic bottles. Eco-Abode is one of the latest additions to the company’s popular blue... View Article

Plans Submitted for 142-Home Brownfield Regeneration in Battersea

Local property developer Rockwell, has submitted proposals by award-winning architects, Farrells, to redevelop an underused brownfield site to deliver 142 much-needed new homes in Battersea, Wandsworth. As one of the oldest buildings in the Ransomes Dock area, the Glassmill (1 Battersea Bridge Road) is no... View Article

41 homes receive planning approval at Trimdon Village

Regional housebuilder, Homes by Esh has received planning permission from Durham County Council to build 41 residential homes at Trimdon Village after concluding the acquisition of the 7.5 acres of land in September 2023. Brought forward by Esh Group’s private... View Article

Rayner right to be ambitious on housebuilding.

At UKREiiF, Angela Rayner, Shadow Housing Secretary made several commitments to help solve the UK’s housing crisis including new towns, greater numbers of affordable housing, a return of housing  targets and a clear design code criteria.  Richard Beresford, Chief Executive... View Article

Show of strength

25-27 June NEC, Birmingham InstallerSHOW, the UK’s biggest event focusing on the sustainable delivery of heat, water, air and energy for all those responsible for decarbonising our built environment, returns to the NEC, Birmingham from 25-27 June, bigger and better... View Article