Edwardian house benefits from sealant tape

ISO-Chemie’s thermal insulating and load bearing bracket support system is providing energy efficiency improvements to an Edwardian property in Oxfordshire. WINFRAMER units have been retrofitted as part of an initiative to bring the poorly insulated solid walled house built in... View Article

SIEGENIA showcases sliding window and door innovations

The new products will star alongside their numerous smart solutions, ventilation units and tilt and turn hardware at FENSTERBAU 2026. The SIEGENIA GROUP will be showcasing smart building automation solutions as well as a wide range of window and door... View Article

Lighting as a Strategic Asset for Urban Regeneration

As cities evolve, lighting is increasingly recognised as a fundamental element of urban design rather than a purely functional layer. When carefully specified, it enhances wayfinding, reinforces identity, and helps create safer, more inclusive public spaces – all while supporting... View Article

The original game‑changing loft door

For 15 years, the GL250 has redefined airtight loft access. Discover why housebuilders still trust the original market‑leading design for outstanding performance. Since its launch, the Manthorpe GL250 Loft Access Door has set the benchmark for airtightness and reliability. Traditional drop‑down loft... View Article

An aquatic theme created with perforated sheets

Aarhus Vand, a local water company, needed a perforated facade solution as well as a perforated interior design for their new office building. The goal was to create an aesthetic that reflects their work with water, and this was achieved... View Article

Modern methods of community-building

Untold Living’s new MMC-built private retirement community in Shropshire aims to reshape what retirement living developments look like, away from a solely ‘care led’ model to promoting independence. Roseanne Field reports. Providing a good range of retirement living options is... View Article

Sustainability through placemaking

John Bowden at Keepmoat discusses how housebuilders must approach sustainability in 2026 – advocating a strategy that puts placemaking at the centre of developments. Sustainability in housebuilding can too often be approached as just energy efficiency alone. Whilst essential, it... View Article

Ask the Manufacturer: IDSystems

Housebuilder & Developer’s James Parker speaks to IDSystems’ David Clarke, to discover how the 2021 changes to Building Regulations have driven the specification of better glazing systems for new build and retrofit domestic projects. How have the changes to Part... View Article

Why is commercial roof maintenance so important?

The roof of a commercial building plays a critical role in protecting a building’s structure and its contents, as well as safeguarding the wellbeing of occupants. Commercial roof maintenance helps to ensure the long-term integrity and functionality of the roof,... View Article

Vetta pipe boxing – Encasement’s perfect finish

When pipework needs to be concealed in social housing, Encasement’s Vetta pipe boxing and casings range can provide the perfect finish, whether it’s a fire sprinkler retrofit, low carbon district heating scheme upgrade or energy efficient heat pump installation. Versa pre-formed pipe boxing... View Article

Introducing the ROCKWOOL Training Academy

We’re pleased to inform you that ROCKWOOL’s Training Academy is open and construction and building safety professionals can now register their interest in attending our expert-led fire-stopping course. The purpose-built Academy in the West Midlands provides best practice learning and... View Article