Property leader reacts to Esther McVey’s sacking

Paresh Raja, CEO of Market Financial Solutions, said: “A new parliament, a new housing minister. One has to think whether this cabinet position holds any real relevance anymore – it has become something of a merry-go-round, with Esther McVey’s successor... View Article

Faster foundations for your development

Abbey Pynford’s foundation systems are up to 70 per cent faster than traditional methods. By replacing the need for traditional strip foundations or pile and beam, we can cut weeks from your programme. This is achieved through reduced preparatory works,... View Article

Safe as well as sustainable stoves

Erica Malkin of the Stove Industry Alliance takes a look at the key considerations for self-builders looking to enjoy a wood burning stove in their new home, including recent changes in legislation Wood burning stoves offer a low carbon, renewable... View Article

Quality replacement heating controls

ESi’s ESRTP4 model provides true seven day, 5/2 day or 24-hour programming options, with up to six time and temperature events being available each day. Because these are also available in wireless versions, they can be installed anywhere in the... View Article

Monobloc Therma V R32 awhp – from LG

LG Electronics has added its Therma V air-to-water heat pump to its popular range, operating on the low GWP R32 refrigerant and available in 5kW to 16kW 1Ø and 12kW to 16kW 3Ø, in a wide operating range of between... View Article

No place like home

The construction and manufacturing sectors were all over the broadsheets and the tabloids last week, with headlines highlighting a boost for both industries post-election Certainly, it’s encouraging to see that UK manufacturing is starting to recover after a tough few... View Article

Osmo UK enhances existing TopOil range

Osmo UK, the eco-friendly wood and finishes specialist, has enhanced its TopOil product offering with the introduction of three new finishes; White, Terra and Graphite. The TopOil product range now features seven colours, including clear matt, satin matt, natural matt... View Article

Office design – placing nature in the mix

Biophilic design has become firmly entrenched in the modern office psyche in recent years as the office evolves and we take on a more people-focused approach to its design. Cyril Parsons of Office Principles, considers the various means in which... View Article

Senior Architectural Systems unveils its new curtain wall CPD

Leading aluminium fenestration solutions provider Senior Architectural Systems has launched a new RIBA-approved Continuous Professional Development (CPD) seminar entitled Curtain Wall – Design, Detail, Delivery. The comprehensive new CPD will assist specifiers in developing a greater understanding of the purpose... View Article

Home ideas for 2020

To celebrate Homebuilding & Renovating’s 30th anniversary, the magazine is sharing a selection of design ideas, products and innovations to inspire people’s building project in 2020. 1. THE NEW INDUSTRIAL STYLE Forget minimalist interiors — industrial style finishes, such as the Bulkhead 8-inch... View Article

Future-proofed design

John Alimi of Stiltz Homelifts explains why it’s imperative self-builders think ahead when designing their home in order to create a ‘home for life’ It is now far easier to be presented with options for a self-build project or major... View Article