Celebrations marked the opening of a new extension to the Bodegas Faustino Winery in Oyón, Rioja Alavesa. Commissioned by the fourth generation of the Martínez Zabala Family, Foster + Partners has designed a major extension and refurbished the existing facilities... View Article

Zarach, a children’s bed poverty charity, has secured charity partnerships with  housing organisations, Yorkshire Housing and Thirteen, ahead of its expansion into  the Tees Valley.  Zarach was established by deputy headteacher Bex Wilson, when she realised how  many children were... View Article

NHBC, the UK’s largest provider of new home warranties and insurance, has appointed Stefan Szymoszowskyj as Regional Director to lead customer relations with house builders in Scotland. Stefan joined NHBC in 2019, as a Senior Engineer before progressing to Principal Engineer... View Article

Allander Leisure Centre in Bearsden near Glasgow is in the running for a prestigious UK architecture award. Architect Holmes Miller designed the facility, which provides exceptional leisure amenities and vital adult support services.    Holmes Miller has made the shortlist... View Article

British garages become playrooms, gyms, and offices as UK homeowners favour conversions to add value and space to their homes Homeowners in the UK are turning to unused garage space to add extra space and value to their homes, as... View Article

Easyfairs, the leading international events company behind Futurebuild, has published its first ever annual sustainability report, showcasing a commitment to a greener future. The milestone report highlights Easyfairs’ substantial progress in reducing its carbon footprint and underscores its dedication to... View Article

Wavensmere Homes has received planning approval from City of Wolverhampton Council for its £150m residential-led Canalside South development. The 17.5-acre former industrial site is located within the city centre – moments from the transport interchange – and benefits from frontage... View Article

Architecture and interior design practice Barr Gazetas has just achieved 141.9 B Corporation Certification, believed to be the highest rating for a UK architectural practice yet. The median score for ordinary businesses who complete the assessment is currently 50.9. Barr... View Article

A new report from the National Retrofit Hub (NRH) has unveiled a fragmented and inconsistent landscape of retrofit delivery models across the UK. This comprehensive review urges immediate action to streamline processes, clarify intended outcomes, and establish consistent measurement methods... View Article

Orbit has entered into a new partnership with Family Fund Business Services to provide its support grants to Orbit customers in need. The grant fund scheme offers customers facing financial hardship access to funding for essential items such as food, energy... View Article

Kirk Smith of Allegion UK reviews the attitudes towards passive fire protection in public-facing buildings and why being more proactive with fire door safety can help save lives. Are people too passive when it comes to fire door safety? Research... View Article

Elivia Homes Southern is proud to share its ongoing commitment to investing in its employees’ education and professional development, encouraging a culture of growth, productivity, and loyalty within the company. Three employees, Sam Pinkus, Cameron Crumpler and Lana Spence, have... View Article

Architectural and landscape design practice Fereday Pollard has appointed Jennifer Dixon as its Director of Growth and Communications to spearhead the practices’ growth programme and further strengthen its senior leadership base. The appointment follows a highly successful year already spent working with Fereday... View Article

Ramboll has been appointed by Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust Global engineering, design and sustainability consultancy Ramboll has today announced its appointment as lead consultant for the design of the new Children’s Cancer Principal Treatment Centre at Evelina... View Article

Hampshire-headquartered Bargate Homes and parent company VIVID Homes have acquired a 1.7-Ha (4.2-acre) residential development site in the sought-after village of Whiteparish, south Wiltshire. The site was recently granted outline planning permission for 25 family homes. The multi-award winning housebuilder... View Article

A decade low in planning approvals for new homes is stark proof of the challenge the country is facing in turning the tide on the housing crisis, an ambitious Hampshire builder said today. Durley-based BRiCS, which has plans for substantial... View Article

Paisley Central Library has received industry recognition as the finalists are announced for the AJ Architecture Awards 2024. Edging out fierce competition, the library has been named as a finalist in the Civic Project category alongside the Shipman Youth Zone... View Article

Salford housing association appoints new Chair of Board and CEO announces retirement Salford housing association Salix Homes has appointed a new Chair of its Board as its CEO announces her retirement after a 25-year career in housing. Salix Homes, which... View Article

Two apprentices at a leading regional housebuilder have been honoured in a brand-new apprenticeship awards scheme. Beal Homes apprentices Erin Symons, 17 and Will Stanley, 19 were both shortlisted in the Construction Apprentice of the Year category at the inaugural... View Article