Elan starts work on Lowton homes

The former site of a church in Lowton is being redeveloped to provide 26 much-needed new homes. Elan Homes acquired the 1.78 acre site on Newton Road from the Archdiocese of Liverpool following full planning permission being granted. Groundworks are... View Article

Deals pave way for new NE homes of all tenures

A leading North East regeneration and housing specialist has started the new decade by signing deals with two regional housing providers that will deliver 418 new homes for all tenures on two prime sites. Vistry Partnerships – a new venture... View Article

#Budget2020: Greening our housing stock

UK Government needs a concerted focus in this year’s Budget on the built and natural environment to benefit future generations and the UK economy, according to RICS Budget 2020 wish-list. People’s right to a place to call home remains at... View Article

We need to talk about plastic

Charlie Ayers, Managing Director & Founder, SureCav There’s no doubt, tackling climate change is high on the government’s list of priorities. This was recently evidenced by its decision to bring forward the ban on fossil fuelled road vehicles (ICE) by... View Article

Designer Contracts announces two senior promotions

One of the UK’s largest flooring contractors, Designer Contracts, has announced two senior promotions within the business. Stacey Brereton who joined the company nine years ago, has been promoted from HR and health and safety manager to HR and health... View Article

£36 million land deal to create new community

A joint venture between Wainhomes Severn Valley and South Gloucestershire Council will deliver up to 327 new homes in the south of the county. The £36 million collaboration is designed not only to build much needed homes but a new... View Article

Minibems appoints IoT specialist Nigel Pugh as CTO

Minibems are delighted to announce the appointment of Nigel Pugh as CTO, who brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the role including the development of the Hive home platform. Nigel is a specialist in IoT solutions for the... View Article

NHBC honours best of the best in housebuilding

NHBC, the UK’s leading new home warranty and insurance provider, has announced the Supreme winners of its flagship Pride in the Job awards. With around 80 per cent of all new homes in the UK covered by its Buildmark warranty,... View Article

The six degrees of active buildings

From Jo Clarke, Head of Design, Active Building Centre If housebuilders are going to adopt a new approach to house design in 2020, then I would whole heartedly encourage them to consider an ‘Active’ one. Highly sustainable, the Active Home... View Article

More than just homes

A new £6m Places for People social community is being handed over in Salford, Greater Manchester. Michael Dong, CEO of developer Investar Proper ty Group, and Mike Watson, director of housebuilder Watson Homes, walk Jack Wooler through the Melody Gardens... View Article