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Futurebuild rises to the challenge of rethinking waste with expanded waste zone

Monday, 26th November 2018

In response to the challenges set by major initiatives such as Business in the Community’s Waste to Wealth Summit – launched today by the Prince of Wales – and the Government’s impending Waste and Resource Strategy, Futurebuild has announced that... View Article

Joules’ New Head Office Development Obtains Planning Permission

Monday, 26th November 2018

Leading design agency and architectural practice, Edge Architecture + Design (‘Edge’) is delighted to announce that its exciting redevelopment plans for the British lifestyle brand, Joules, new head office were this week granted planning permission by Harborough District Council. The... View Article

RGU student’s communal garden officially opened by Housing Minister

Friday, 23rd November 2018

A communal garden on the site of the old Craiginches Prison designed by a student from Robert Gordon University’s Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment has been officially opened by the Scottish Housing Minister, Kevin Stewart MSP. RGU Architecture student Lina Khairy’s ‘Break Free’... View Article

Number 41 takes shape

Friday, 23rd November 2018

Andy and Sarah Ball have made great strides on their sustainable Derby build since they last reported in Selfbuilder + Homemaker. Sarah updates on the recent progress. When you left Number 41 the last time round, the one tonne steel... View Article

The first of a family of nine kiosks designed by Mizzi Studio opens in London’s Royal Parks, ahead of the launch of a new landmark café on the Serpentine Bridge

Thursday, 22nd November 2018

The first of a family of nine kiosks, designed by award-winning architecture and design practice Mizzi Studio on behalf of artisan brand Colicci for prominent locations in The Royal Parks in London, has opened at Ritz Corner, Green Park. Eight... View Article

Brazilian school wins RIBA International Prize 2018 for the world’s best new building

Thursday, 22nd November 2018

Children Village, a new school complex on the edge of the rainforest in northern Brazil designed by Brazilian architects, Aleph Zero and Rosenbaum, has won the RIBA International Prize 2018. The RIBA International Prize is awarded every two years to... View Article

Only planning reform can grow communities in a sustainable way

Thursday, 22nd November 2018

The Country Land and Business Association (CLA), a membership organisation for owners of land, property and business in rural England and Wales, has released a report revealing the barriers that stop our rural communities from growing. The report: ‘Sustainable Villages... View Article

Queensberry acquires first residential element within New Waverley

Thursday, 22nd November 2018

Award winning prime site property developer, Queensberry Properties Ltd (QPL) has acquired from Artisan Real Estate Investors, the first residential site within the groundbreaking 7.5 acre mixed-use ‘New Waverley’ project located in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic old town. The... View Article

Be moved by impeccable interior design at CALA’s Milltimber Manor

Thursday, 22nd November 2018

When it comes to spectacular show homes, CALA Homes excels in creating exquisite abodes designed to inspire the senses of prospective new homebuyers with an eye for design-led interiors. Recently unveiling a duo of striking show homes at the vibrant... View Article

Skolnick Architecture & Design Partnership Announces New Commission to Design Science Center in Luxembourg

Thursday, 22nd November 2018

The Luxembourg Science Center has retained Skolnick Architecture & Design Partnership to design a new Interactive Science Museum and Education Center in Differdange, Luxembourg. The new museum will be a chance to adaptively re-use the site and existing buildings that had been part of... View Article

79% less homes built for social rent today than 10 years ago

Thursday, 22nd November 2018

The demand for social housing available to rent in England is reaching breaking point. Local authorities – who are responsible for meeting local housing needs – are becoming increasingly concerned, as is the public. The latest official figures from the... View Article

Tackling timber humidity risk

Thursday, 22nd November 2018

Niall Crosson of Ecological Building Systems and Michael Foerster of pro clima discuss the need to ensure that unforeseen moisture trapped during timber builds can be released, avoiding damage over time Timber construction is undergoing something of a renaissance in... View Article

Perfect porcelain

Thursday, 22nd November 2018

The Stone & Ceramic Warehouse’s Chris Grainger discusses the compelling benefits of porcelain floor tiles, from efficiency, cost and maintenance, to the ability to create a precise visual result Choosing flooring for your new home is a big decision. While... View Article

Chelmsford Neighbourhood Centre Sold to London-based Property Investment Company

Wednesday, 21st November 2018

Countryside Zest LLP, a joint venture between award-winning national developer Countryside and charitable housing association L&Q Group, have sold the Beaulieu Square Neighbourhood Centre in Chelmsford, Essex, to London-based property investment company Natal Estates for £7,450,000; reflecting 5.8% NIY. Beaulieu... View Article

New sales director appointed by regional housebuilder

Wednesday, 21st November 2018

A West Midlands housebuilder has appointed a new sales director who brings with her a wealth of experience within the industry, having worked throughout the region for more than 20 years. Joanne Winston has joined Persimmon Homes West Midlands and... View Article

Ford Neighbourhood Plan Referendum brings forward 1500 home allocation

Wednesday, 21st November 2018

In a local referendum held on 8th November 2018, the residents of Ford in West Sussex have overwhelmingly voted in favour of a Neighbourhood Plan that has 1500 homes allocated in the area as part of a broader masterplan being... View Article

Double win for Spitfire at WhatHouse? Awards 2018

Wednesday, 21st November 2018

Spitfire Bespoke Homes is delighted to have received the Silver Award for Best Medium Housebuilder and Gold Award in the Best Development category for Clevedon Hall Estate at the WhatHouse? Awards 2018. Held at The Grosvenor House Hotel on Park... View Article

Bingley’s Fern House triumphs in national awards

Wednesday, 21st November 2018

The Abbeyfield Society’s Fern House development in Bingley, West Yorkshire has scooped the residential category at the 2018 Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Awards Grand Final, officially making it one of the UK’s finest developments. ITV News Anchor, Nina... View Article

Luxury new homes approved for North Yorkshire village of Kirklevington

Wednesday, 21st November 2018

Planning permission has been granted for a prestigious new development of 19 executive homes in the charming village of Kirklevington, near Yarm. Award-winning house builder Duchy Homes has gained approval from the council for its proposal to build a sophisticated... View Article

Winners of UK and Ireland’s most considerate construction companies and suppliers revealed

Wednesday, 21st November 2018

The highest-performing construction companies and suppliers in the UK and Ireland have triumphed at the 2018 National Considerate Constructors Scheme Company and Supplier Awards. The companies winning this year’s top award of ‘Most Considerate Company 2018’ are: Optik Leisure –... View Article