The value of new construction contracts in April reached £4.9 billion, a decrease of 6.8 per cent compared to March. The decline coincides with a housebuilding slump that saw a drop of 15.3% compared to the previous month and a... View Article

There are roughly 6,000 properties sitting vacant in Bristol whilst thousands more people are waiting for affordable places to live. Whilst local councils are scrambling to find solutions to the housing crisis, there’s one solution that is not being utilised... View Article

Alison Brooks Architects have been invited by the Curators 16th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, Yvonne Farrell and Shelley McNamara to respond to this year’s theme of ‘Freespace’ by addressing the subject of housing and urban dwelling.... View Article

SSM Holding AB , Sweden’s leading developer of smart and affordable homes, is now starting production of the Group’s second rental unit project, Sollentuna Hills. The project comprises 94 homes with a separate balcony/French balcony or terrace in Väsjön, Sollentuna,... View Article

Capital One UK has unveiled its new, state-of-the-at office across two floors in the White Collar Factory in London’s growing tech precinct. To strengthen its presence in London, the new office is a showcase for modern agile working within the... View Article

The shifting retail landscape is continuing to cause a ripple of confusion, risk and uncertainty for investors and developers alike, however, innovation has a key part to play in the sector. Paul Starbuck from retail, sport and leisure specialists LK2... View Article

Waugh Thistleton Architects, the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) and ARUP are collaborating to present ‘MultiPly’, a modular cross-laminated tulipwood pavilion, in the Sackler courtyard of the V&A from 15 September. ‘MultiPly’, one of London Design Festival’s Landmark projects, will... View Article

Rushmoor Borough Council’s Councillor Mike Roberts cut the ribbon this week at the official opening of social housing provider Stonewater’s new £1 million development of eight one and two-bedroom low-cost rental apartments in Aldershot. The new Stonewater homes, which will... View Article

Kier is launching a new education initiative in Wales with the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), to create effective links between local schools and the Kier supply chain with the aim of inspiring the next generation of talent to consider... View Article

When first time buyers, Maddie Fell and Alex Bray were searching for their new home, the stunning Cawston Rise development in Cawston, Rugby from triple HBF 5 star housebuilder, William Davis Homes proved to be the perfect choice. The young... View Article