The Isle of Luing is one of the Slate Islands in the Inner Hebrides, in the west of Argyll in Scotland. Its charm lies in its natural beauty and unspoilt peaceful scenery looking out to the Inner Seas but is... View Article

Beauflor® showed how its sheet vinyl flooring solutions can meet the needs of the housing sector at Housing 2024, the UK’s leading event for the industry. With collections that provide a cost-effective floor in housing of all types, Beauflor® used... View Article

Moduleo Roots Herringbone wood-effect luxury vinyl has given a new look to offices designed by Vibe Business Interiors, a commercial interior design and build, fit out and refurbishment company. Used throughout the teapoint and breakout areas, as well as a... View Article

The updated Regal collection exclusively from Parkside Architectural Tiles brings a complete high performance porcelain tiling solution. Designed for exceptional performance, Regal is the complete tiling solution from Parkside Architectural Tiles. Made up of wall and floor tiles, mosaics alongside... View Article

Tailored to address every commercial need from office to factory, three new downlights offered by Knightsbridge – one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of wiring accessories and lighting – share key features such as plug and play connectors for easy... View Article

The Mapetherm Mineral Wool External Wall Insulation (EWI) system from Mapei, has been installed as part of a Bristol City Leap (BCL) pilot retrofits scheme. The scheme, in the City’s Brentry district, comprised the upgrade of 16 Easiform homes to... View Article

Flipping houses is more than a real estate venture; it’s an exciting journey that combines strategic planning, creative vision, and financial acumen. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned investor, house flipping offers a lucrative opportunity to generate substantial... View Article

The Buy Refurbish Refinance Rent (BRRR) strategy is more than just a catchy acronym; it’s a comprehensive approach to real estate investment that although not a new concept, has been gaining momentum among forward-thinking investors. This method involves a cyclical... View Article

In the dynamic world of real estate investment, savvy investors are constantly on the lookout for opportunities to maximise their returns. One such opportunity lies in the acquisition of properties at below market value (BMV) and leveraging bridging loans to... View Article

What is Development Exit Finance? Property development exit finance is a specialised form of short-term lending designed to assist property developers and comes into play when the development project is nearing completion or is complete, but you’re waiting for sales... View Article

In the dynamic world of property development, the concept of Build to Rent (BTR) has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping the approach to residential projects. At its core, BTR is a strategy that caters exclusively to the rental market,... View Article

Property development can be one of the most lucrative investments if approached with the right strategies. The return on investment (ROI) in this field is influenced by various factors, from location and design to market trends and financing options. To... View Article

In an era where financial stability and independence are highly sought after, building a rental property portfolio stands out as a lucrative and rewarding strategy. Imagine a future where your income doesn’t solely rely on the 9-to-5 grind, but instead,... View Article

Delivering a low energy or Passivhaus building is complex, and you need a solution rather than a single product. At 21°, they are committed to using a whole house approach to provide better performing buildings from a comfort, cost and... View Article

Architects Common Ground Workshop, recently named as one of the 16 emerging practices in Landsec’s new retail framework, completed a new hospitality development at 6 Embassy Gardens in Nine Elms, London. The projects forms part of a wider urban realm... View Article

Paul Trace from Stella Rooflight sheds some light on the Part L Building Regulations for rooflights and thermal performance Why the need for regulations? A major part of the UK’s commitment to meeting its targets for carbon reduction is being... View Article

We’re extremely proud to have over 35 years experience designing and manufacturing accessible solutions that make life better for people living with dementia, visual impairment, and reduced mobility. We’re passionate about supporting independent living with superior products that are practical,... View Article

Following on from his seminar presentation at this year’s Fire Safety Event, held in April at Birmingham’s NEC, Dr. Karthick Govarthanam, General Manager for FIREFLY®, explores some of the issues surrounding fire risk in roof voids. “DECODING ROOF VOIDS” We... View Article

The introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 was focused around higher-risk residential buildings, defined as being above a certain number of storeys or a certain height. But a culture of taking fire safety seriously applies to buildings of all... View Article