Top Retrofitting Trends Shaping the Construction Industry in 2025

Retrofitting older buildings has become a top priority as the government and local authorities push for greater sustainability. With governments driving net-zero targets and homeowners looking to lower energy bills, retrofitting offers practical solutions for upgrading the efficiency of existing... View Article

Industry reacts to National Planning Policy Framework changes

The construction industry has reacted with a range of positive and negative statements to the changes announced to the National Planning Policy Framework, which could have major implications for the housebuilding sector in 2025, although there remain several areas which... View Article

Plans approved for 89 new homes in Bexhill-on-Sea

Detailed plans for 89 new homes in Bexhill-on-Sea have been approved, paving the way for the construction of a new development off Turkey Road. Bellway South London’s full application to develop the nine-acre site, which will be known as Highwoods... View Article

Introducing FP McCann’s Solar Roof Tiles

GSE In Roof System™ enables modules installation on every type of roof covering (curved tiles, interlocking, flat tiles, slates, metal, zinc, trapezoidal) as well as on new buildings like retrofit buildings. The mounting system may be installed in a portrait... View Article

Reducing carbon in steel construction

With increasing pressure from central government and local authorities to minimise the carbon emissions and environmental impact of construction projects, voestalpine Metsec has introduced a reduced carbon steel option for its renowned light gauge steel construction solutions, including the pre-panellised... View Article

The evolution of monocouche render

A breakthrough monocouche render using increased levels of recycled material is now available to help housebuilders achieve sustainability targets. weberpral E by Saint-Gobain Weber uses the next generation of cement replacement, resulting in a 22%* reduction in carbon emissions from fossil fuels... View Article

Inspiring Community Connections through Open Spaces

Meadfleet Open Space Management is celebrating a successful year of community engagement activities across the areas they serve. The award-winning open space specialists, who won gold at the 2024 International Corporate Social Responsibility Awards, have broadened their outreach, collaborating with... View Article