Rethinking thermal efficiency

Mark Bowman of Marmox explains why addressing cold bridging has become more important than ever for specifiers in the housebuilding sector. Even with plans to utilise land in the so called “Grey Belt,” the new Government will undoubtedly find it... View Article

Industry reacts to Reeves’ inaugural Budget

The construction industry has responded to Labour’s first budget in 14 years, with Rachel Reeves setting out her plans to raise an additional £40bn in tax – the highest level of increases ever announced in a Budget. Brian Berry, chief... View Article

Dagenham Green: A Landmark new Neighbourhood for East London

A joint venture between award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group and leading housing association Peabody is demonstrating the impact of community-focused placemaking in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. An outstanding new collection of homes and amenities is launching at Dagenham... View Article

HiB Announces Key Promotions in National Sales Team

HiB is pleased to announce the promotion of two key team members, marking an exciting new chapter in its national sales strategy. Steve Wortley has been promoted to the position of National Sales Manager. Having dedicated over 14 years to... View Article
Planning permission shortages stifle housing growth

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

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

Deal agreed for affordable homes in Gloucestershire village

A Gloucestershire village will be the latest to benefit from new affordable homes from a large Midlands provider. Platform Housing Group – which manages almost 50,000 homes across the region – has agreed a deal with Vistry, Britain’s biggest housebuilder... View Article

Birchgrove opens first London development in Mill Hill

Leading retirement BTR developer launches its first London community after recognising high and growing demand for housing suitable for older people in the capital Birchgrove, the UK’s leading provider of rented retirement homes, has today opened the doors to its... View Article

New affordable homes open at Brentford waterside

Residents have moved into their new affordable homes at the Brentford Project, a significant mixed-use development within the Brentford Waterside masterplan. Commissioned by Hounslow Council, Tintern, Hamlet and Sonnet Houses provide 96 affordable homes, comprising 2-, 3- and 4-bedroom units... View Article

Government is right to review environmental policies

The Government has appointed Dan Corry to lead a review of DEFRA’s regulations and regulators. His role will be to explore where DEFRA is equipped to drive economic growth, secure private sector investment, and protect the environment, as well as... View Article