Newland Homes honoured with award

Gloucester-based Newland Homes has won a prestigious national award for its Ryves Vale development in North Somerset, a pioneering zero carbon housing project which sets new standards in sustainability, innovation and high-quality construction. Ryves Vale in Tickenham was deemed the... View Article

Oxford’s First Build-to-Rent Development

NEWLY OPENED DEVELOPMENT, FEATURING ELEGANT DESIGN, MODERN AMENITIES AND A SENSE OF COMMUNITY, SETS A NEW STANDARD FOR CITY LIVING IN OXFORD.  Grainger plc has announced the launch of its newest development The Kimmeridge, Oxford’s first-ever build-to-rent scheme. The development... View Article

The UK’s first-of-its-kind water treatment works

On Thursday (30th January), representatives from Barratt David Wilson Homes, EPS Water and Icosa Water welcomed members of Canterbury City Council to unveil a new first-of-its-kind water treatment works. The new plant is located at The Woodlands development in Broad Oak, Sturry, and is the first... View Article

Bargate Homes Receives Green Light for 49 Homes

Hampshire-headquartered Bargate Homes has received planning approval from Eastleigh Borough Council for a development of 49 homes on a prime 4.2-ha site in the village of Allbrook. Located west of Allbrook Way, the allocated site was granted outline planning permission... View Article

Steel Window Fittings launches new range of handles

Steel Window Fittings, a member of the Steel Window Association, is a market leader in high quality steel window and door handles, fittings and accessories. The 1040 door handle has joined the steel window fittings existing range (850, 860 and 870 styles) and... View Article

Why ‘Zero’ is a Plus for West Fraser’s SterlingOSB

The UK government classified formaldehyde as a carcinogen in 2016, prompting industry to observe restrictions on its use, and West Fraser is one company that has gone above and beyond to reduce the chemical compound’s impact on the built environment and building... View Article

The Impact of BNG on Open Space Management

Meadfleet Open Space Management were delighted to be invited to contribute to a recent Natural England blog, exploring the impact of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) one year since it’s introduction.  The article explores best practice and the challenges of implementation... View Article

A hat-trick of new developments

The construction of a further 27 new homes marks a busy start to the year for one of the North West’s fastest growing housebuilders. Genesis Homes will soon start work on its Edward’s View development in the Cumbrian village of... View Article

New Towns are key to growth

The Government has announced that over 100 sites across England have come forward to be considered for next generation of new towns. Every town will have the potential to deliver at least 10,000 homes and required infrastructure to support them.... View Article
Frameclad

Frameclad: Meeting Housing Demands Without Limitations

On the back of announcing the news that Frameclad has gained BOPAS Accreditation for the seventh consecutive year, the management team has launched a new Residential Solutions brochure. Joint Managing Director, Nik Teagle said: “Safety, strength, speed and affordability are... View Article

Cala Homes announces new Southern division

Major homebuilder Cala has launched a new business division, Cala Southern, as part of its growth strategy across the South of England. Cala Southern will spearhead the company’s westward expansion, enhancing Cala’s presence in Dorset, Hampshire and Southern Wiltshire, to... View Article

Astraseal unveils Rehau Artevo System

Astraseal are specialist fabricators of premium uPVC and aluminium glazing systems. Operating from three manufacturing sites, totalling 110,000 square feet, their comprehensive and premium quality selection of products allows them to meet the fenestration needs of any project. Astraseal have... View Article

Navigating ESCo Partnerships

Paul McIver, Community Energy Director at Vital Energi, outlines the essential steps for successful Energy Services Company (ESCo) partnerships as the UK transitions to regulated heat networks. As the UK’s heat network market moves towards regulation, developing sustainable and customer-focused... View Article

Latimer Appoints GRAHAM for £100m Contract

Latimer, the development arm of Clarion Housing Group—the country’s largest affordable housing provider—has appointed GRAHAM to deliver the first phase of its Dyecoats development in Leeds. This transformative, mixed-use project will provide over 400 homes, more than 50% of which... View Article

Wavensmere Homes Starts Work at £150m Wolverhampton

Wavensmere Homes has commenced work on site to redevelop 17.5-acres of former industrial land in Wolverhampton city centre into the £150 Canalside South scheme. Having lain derelict for 15 years, the brownfield site will be transformed into over 530 energy-efficient... View Article

Bargate Homes receives planning approval for 155 homes

Hampshire-based Bargate Homes has secured a resolution to grant planning permission from New Forest District Council (NFDC) for a hybrid application for up to 155 energy-efficient homes in the historic village of Hordle, situated between the Solent coast and New... View Article