Make a sharp exit

If a particular development isn’t proceeding as planned, a developer exit loan could get you back on track. Roma Finance’s Steve Smith explains what the loans entail and how they could help you. Whether you’re a first-time developer or highly... View Article

The changing face of roofing

Stephen Makin of Mayan Roofing Systems discusses the changes at the forefront of roofing development which are helping specifiers drive building performance Despite advancements in technology and construction materials, the methods and practices of pitched roofing have remained relatively unchanged... View Article

The Climate Challenge: Taking cement ‘2 Zero’

Will Lavelle of Atkins and Dr Philippa Horton from University of Cambridge discuss the world’s first zero emissions cement trial and the aim of developing net-zero cement for the construction industry. The decarbonisation of the built environment presents a phenomenal... View Article

Comment: Budget concerns

Brian Berry, CEO of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), gives his review of a disappointing spring Budget The first few months of 2023 have been a relatively quiet period politically, far from the ups and downs of last year,... View Article

Living Space starts on 48 new homes in Kidderminster

Affordable housing specialist Living Space has commenced construction for the delivery of 48 new homes on the outskirts of Kidderminster for Community Housing. Living Space secured planning permission from Wyre Forest District Council for the development with associated access and... View Article

The latest episode of Builders’ Voices is live

The latest episode of Builders’ Voices, a collaborative podcast between Housebuilder & Developer and the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), is now available. Adrian Swan left David Wilson Homes, after a long stint with the firm, to found Swan Homes... View Article

Hopkins Homes receives premium ‘five-star’ rating

Hopkins Homes has just received the premium ‘five star’ accolade from the Home Builders Federation (HBF), with over 90% of their customers stating that they would recommend the housebuilder to a friend. The HBF star rating scheme awards builders’ stars... View Article

Futurebuild 2023 wraps up with optimism for the future

Futurebuild, the event dedicated to building a better future for the built environment calls a wrap on its exciting annual industry event held from 7-9th March. Trailblazers from across the entire built environment came together to take a stand through... View Article

Stanhope Achieves B Corp Certification

Leading UK developer Stanhope has today announced it has successfully achieved B Corporation (B Corp) certification, joining only a handful of other developers and asset managers who meet the rigorous requirements. Certified B corporations are businesses that meet the highest... View Article