A new ‘modular typology’ for Birmingham

A new modular housing typology is being claimed for the latest phase of Urban Splash’s ‘island neighbourhood’ at Port Loop in Birmingham. According to the builder, Row House is a new take on mews-style architecture. First revealed in the spring,... View Article

Go beyond the minimum on acoustics

Rob Crampton of Hush Acoustics explains why investment in acoustic insulation will result in a higher level of satisfaction for customers. Acoustic standards in UK housebuilding have not been upgraded in a meaningful way since the early 2000s. As a... View Article

Glidevale Protect and Passivent expand digital specification tools

As demand for online specification tools increases, building products specialist Glidevale Protect has joined NBS Source, one of the leading single-source providers of product information for the built environment. On the platform, specifiers will find Glidevale Protect’s key ranges from... View Article

Major Planning Application Approval

Inland Homes plc, the brownfield developer and housebuilder focused on building residentially led developments for direct sale or on behalf of partner organisations, today announces that it has received a resolution to grant planning permission, subject to the signing of... View Article

Salford apartment block officially open

A new apartment block named in honour of one of Salford’s most famous sons is now open – bringing more than 100 affordable homes to the city. The first residents are now moving in at Artifex in Trinity – the... View Article

Regeneration funding announced by Gove’s renamed MHCLG

Thousands of new homes will be built on underused and derelict land to regenerate local areas and help people onto the property ladder, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has announced. Almost £58 million from the £75... View Article

D-Neo a new bathroom range from Duravit

D-Neo offers premium quality and sophisticated design at a very attractive entry-level price; it’s extremely versatile offering an extensive range of washbasins, including built-in variants to hand rinse basins and above-counter basins, all with a striking, all-round rim creating a... View Article

UNITHERM HEATING SYSTEMS LAUNCHES IN UK

One of the most successful names in renewable heating in Ireland has launched its UK operation from impressive new premises in Exeter.  The local MP for East Devon, Simon Jupp was a visitor to the new Exeter headquarters of Unitherm... View Article

Future proofing homes with Bristan

From our brilliant bar showers to our water-efficient infrared taps, we’re always looking to provide our customers with future-proofing solutions. The Future Homes Standard continues to be high on the industry agenda with the Government’s ambitious plans to make greenhouse... View Article

Cover unsightly pipe work easily with UK Boxings

UK Boxings’ decorative casings and boxing products have been used by housing associations and local authorities for more than 20 years to hide fire sprinkler, heating system and boiler pipework to help reduce time on site and save money. Manufactured... View Article

Doors fit for a new world!

Residents deserve unquestionable comfort and safety in the post pandemic era, as do the professionals responsible for providing it. Many things have changed over the past eighteen or more months since our world was turned upside down. However, perhaps its... View Article

Aico to exhibit at London Build Expo 2021

Aico, the European market leader in home life safety, are delighted to be exhibiting at London Build Expo this year. Held at Olympia London on 17th and 18th November, the event promises to feature incredible content across two days, with... View Article

GARADOR RAISES MONEY FOR MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT

There was a lot of hot stuff at Garador recently! The employees turned their hands to cooking and baking to provide food for a charity fund raising morning at the company’s Yeovil based factory. The variety of produce was the... View Article