Peter Clegg receives OBE

Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios (FCBStudios) is proud to announce that Peter Clegg, a founding partner of the practice, has been recognised with an OBE for ‘services to architecture’. This prestigious accolade celebrates Peter’s exceptional contributions to sustainable design and his... View Article

SoloHaus homes for the homeless underway in Harlow

Work has begun on the construction of new homes for people facing homelessness in Harlow. Award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group is delivering eight purpose-built SoloHaus homes in partnership with Harlow Council to help people in urgent need of a safe roof over their heads.... View Article

VIVID appoints Director of Property Services

Darren Mealings has been appointed as Director of Property Services at leading south of England housing association VIVID. Darren brings with him extensive experience of property repairs and maintenance service delivery, having previously served in key roles at Sovereign Network... View Article

Beyond Imagination: A ‘Boundless’ Museum in Hangzhou

In the heart of Hangzhou’s Yuhang District, ‘Liangzhu Yohoo Park’, a distinctive art museum is created at the  core of this historical cultural hub. Led by Aedas Global Design Principal Ken Wai, the design of the Yohoo  Museum integrates culture... View Article

Boosting thermal comfort & wellbeing

Chris Stammers of BEAMA’s Underfloor Heating Group explains how hydronic underfloor heating creates thermal comfort through even heat distribution and efficient heat transfer. Creating a sense of thermal comfort in a building is essential for the wellbeing of occupants. However,... View Article

Let the light in

Providing far more than a functional necessity, Victoria Brocklesby of Origin explores the integral role that internal doors can play in maximising natural light within in a home. Natural light has a significant impact on how homeowners feel in a... View Article

A home for the ages

Having built their own home once before, the world of self-build wasn’t new to Craig and Jane, but building a multi-generational house for their family was an entirely fresh challenge TEXT Jayne Dowle IMAGES Dug Wilders If building a brand-new... View Article

A. Proctor Group names new National Sales Manager

The A. Proctor Group is delighted to promote Margaret Airth to the position of National Sales Manager, effective immediately. In her new role, reporting to Sales Director John Johnston, Margaret will oversee the team of Regional Sales Managers, providing them... View Article

MSP Capital Appoints Adam Tovey as Commercial Director

MSP Capital proudly announces Adam Tovey’s appointment as Commercial Director, marking his second promotion in two years. Since joining in 2010, Adam has excelled in roles including Valuation Director and Director of Risk and Underwriting, contributing to major client portfolios... View Article

New Recruit for Manchester’s Architecture Unknown

Ancoats-based architecture practice ‘Architecture Unknown’ is to expand its team ahead of 2025 to its tackle its growing portfolio. Alice Allen joins the business as an Architectural Assistant and will be working on projects across the North of England, including... View Article

How to choose a lead-free flashing

Klober UK’s Nick King details six things self-builders and their roofers should be aware of when considering lead-free flashing.  Not all things are made equal, and this saying can certainly be applied to lead-free flashing. From the material the lead-free... View Article

Industry reacts to National Planning Policy Framework changes

The construction industry has reacted with a range of positive and negative statements to the changes announced to the National Planning Policy Framework, which could have major implications for the housebuilding sector in 2025, although there remain several areas which... View Article