The Bathrooms & Washrooms Masterclass

This CPD webinar brings together experts to explore innovations in water saving, usability, and aesthetics, addressing the evolving needs of both multigenerational residential households and the commercial sector. It highlights how showers are becoming central to modern residential projects, examining the drivers [...]

Are Your Washroom Designs Part T ready?

Taking into account Part T and Approved Document T in the design of accessible WC facilities What does Part T of the Building Regulations change for accessible washroom design? In short, it doesn’t replace Approved Document M. However, it does [...]

Future Homes Standard published including 40% of floor area PV requirement

The Future Homes Standard (FHS)' secondary legislation has been published by the Ministry of Housing, detailing requirements for designs of new homes that housebuilders must adhere to from 2028. The delayed full consultation response has been published in the hope [...]

New report from Cedral: How residential facade design is changing to meet the demands of the climate crisis

According to a new report from Cedral UK, 48% of architects admitted that they expect sustainability measures they are introducing on current new builds to be out of date within 15 years. Architects’ and specifiers’ eagerness to embrace more sustainable [...]

Wates Wildscape: Reimagining the balance between housing and habitats

Turning BNG from Burden to Opportunity As England accelerates plans to deliver 1.5 million new homes by 2029, developers face a difficult challenge: balancing the demand for housing with the urgent need to restore our natural environment. Wates Land and [...]

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Sustainability & Sound

As Clerkenwell Design Week (w) marks its 15th anniversary across London’s EC1 district, the festival is sharpening its focus on two salient themes: sustainability and sound. Across the venues, streets... View Article

From coal barges to co-living

AHMM’s mixed-use development in west London is helping to redefine the role of the Grand Union Canal, connecting heritage inspiration with modern co-living approaches. Stephen Cousins reports. Stretching for over... View Article
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Product & Supplier News

AIM doubles fire stop block capacity

Investment in additional CNC technology at its Crawley manufacturing facility has increased AIM Acoustic & Insulation Manufacturing’s Fire Stop Block production capacity by 50 per cent. “This significantly greater CNC... View Article

Explore, Learn, Connect: Your Futurebuild Experience Starts Here

Futurebuild 2026 is where connections drive change. Across three packed days, explore a dynamic programme spanning the Arena, National Retrofit Conference, specialist stages, showcases, hands-on hubs and interactive features all designed to bring the entire built environment together. From... View Article

West Fraser’s CaberDek protects Essex housing development

West Fraser’s CaberDek structural flooring has been specified by Essex‑based housebuilder Bocking Homes on a 10‑home residential scheme, helping to protect floor quality during construction while supporting programme efficiency and high standards at handover.... View Article
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