How to get started with a self-build

A self-build home is a house that has been built by an individual to tailor their every need – from walk-in wardrobes and sauna rooms, to open plan living spaces and ensuites. The number of people looking to take part in... View Article

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen has died at the age of 96 after a reign of 70 years. A statement from the King said: “The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me... View Article

The future of self-build homes

Getting your own home can sometimes be your biggest investment to date. Buying and maintaining a new-build home can be costly, with ongoing maintenance and renovations happening throughout the home’s lifecycle so that it still serves its purpose. People are... View Article

New figures show further decrease in construction output: industry comment

Commenting on the new construction figures for July published by the ONS today (12 September) which show a second consecutive decrease in monthly construction output after seven consecutive months of growth, Clive Docwra, managing director of London-based property and construction consultancy McBains, said: “July’s decrease in... View Article

COMMENT: Energy price cap needed for renters – Assael Architecture

Renters are at the heart of the Britain’s economic crisis. Assael Architecture design build-to-rent schemes that are primarily popular with young people in the UK’s main urban hubs. Russell Pedley, co-founder and director of Assael Architecture’s, comments: “Renters, particularly those... View Article

Introducing Studio Moren

Hospitality design specialist Dexter Moren Associates (DMA) is excited to announce a rebranding and change of name to Studio Moren. The rebrand reflects a further evolution of the studio and its collaborative approach to architecture, interior design and integrated hospitality solutions. The... View Article

The Affordable Homes Programme since 2015

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities (DLUHC) forecasts that it will spend £20.7bn on new grant funded homes through three rounds of the Affordable Homes Programme between 2015 and 2032. However, the Department could be more ambitious in... View Article

The False Banana Pavilion by FleaFollyArchitects

Designed and built by FleaFollyArchitects, The False Banana Pavilion has taken up residence within the grounds of Kew Wakehurst National Trust site in West Sussex, England. The pavilion is one of five temporary installations that are located across 500 acres... View Article

Crest Nicholson to launch brand new phase at Hygge Park, Keynsham

Award winning housebuilder Crest Nicholson has launched a limited number of five bedroom homes, part of a new phase at its popular Hygge Park development in Keynsham, Somerset. Surrounded by plenty of open green space, yet just a stone’s throw from everything Bristol and... View Article

Simon Clarke replaces Greg Clark as Housing Secretary

After just two months in the job, Greg Clark has been replaced by Teeside MP Simon Clarke as Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities in new Prime Minister Liz Truss’ Cabinet. Clarke, 37, was previously Chief Secretary... View Article