Major housing association merger concludes

A multi-disciplinary team from national law firm Bevan Brittan has been advising on the conclusion of the merger between Peabody and Catalyst. The outcome from which, has created a single not-for-profit organisation, focussed on improving services and investing in existing... View Article

Isn’t PVCu cheaper?

When it comes to windows, PVCu has been the most popular material for decades. This is largely due to price, as PVCu windows have traditionally been the lowest cost option. But Ben Brocklesby of Origin says this is beginning to... View Article

NHBC bolsters housing association team with key appointment

NHBC is pleased to announce Charlie Ash has been appointed sector lead for housing associations. Charlie, who previously worked in the team as customer relationship executive, will now manage relationships and partnerships with housing associations, their contractors and other sector... View Article

Avant Homes appoints head of construction for Central region

Avant Homes has strengthened its senior team in its Central region with the appointment of a head of construction to further enable the housebuilder’s regional plans. Matt Rodgers has been promoted from area construction manager to the position and has more... View Article

In pursuit of peace

By having their own ‘forever’ house built on the grounds of the long-standing family home in the village of Dinnington, near Rotherham, South Yorkshire, Alison and Jonathan Berry have found peace, in all senses of the word TEXT JAYNE DOWLE... View Article

A green gift for mum & dad

Octogenarians Keith and Ann Lewis’ new home was not just a labour of love, but a real family affair, with the couple engaging the services of their son and daughter-in-law to create a self-build that combines barn-inspired architecture with ecology-friendly... View Article

Work to begin on University of Bristol’s new campus

Work on the University of Bristol’s new Temple Quarter Enterprise Campus – a total investment of around £500m – will get underway next month after the University signed contracts with construction company Sir Robert McAlpine. Designed by Feilden Clegg Bradley... View Article