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Joint publication highlights latest sector guidance for tackling damp and mould

Wednesday, 2nd September 2026

The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) have launched new guidance for tackling damp and mould in England’s housing sector. It builds on guidance CIH published in 2022, taking into account key legislative developments,... View Article

Glidevale Protect launches new CPD on fire rated membranes for building safety

Wednesday, 2nd September 2026

Glidevale Protect has developed a comprehensive new CPD to address the importance of fire rated wall membrane systems and how they can contribute to building safety in higher risk buildings, as well as to support specifiers and architects in understanding... View Article

Quince Homes’ latest luxury housing development completed with Forbo’s Allura LVT

Wednesday, 2nd September 2026

Surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of Morecombe Bay, the luxury Pippins Beck residential development in the Lake District demanded high expectations from its interior finishes. Forbo Flooring System’s Allura LVT was specified as the ideal solution to match both the... View Article

Buttress completes the restoration of Salford’s Buile Hill Mansion with a conservation-led approach

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

Buile Hill Mansion restoration project, with design led by Buttress Architects, officially completed and re-opened to the public in Spring this year after being left derelict for over 25 years. The Grade II listed building’s transformation is now captured in... View Article

Stonewater secures fifth SHIFT Gold accreditation

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

Stonewater has retained its SHIFT Gold accreditation for the fifth time, while ranking 1st amongst the 40 most recent SHIFT assessments for the second consecutive year. The housing association achieved its highest overall SHIFT (Sustainable Homes Index For Tomorrow) score,... View Article

Protecting and maintaining high-value homes without compromising design

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

In high-value homes where every element is carefully curated, security is judged not only by how effectively it protects a property, but also by how little it interferes with visual character. The challenge is to incorporate comprehensive protection without any... View Article

Orbit Homes welcomes Jerome Mayhew MP to newly launched Norfolk development of 272 homes

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

Orbit Homes, part of not-for-profit housing group Orbit and a HBF 5-star rated housebuilder, welcomed Jerome Mayhew MP for a visit to its recently launched Victoria Gardens development in Norfolk, where it’s helping to meet local housing need. Victoria Gardens... View Article

Beyond performance claims: why robust evidence is key for construction

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

By Dr Danilo Gomes, technical sales & specification manager at URSA Insulation As the construction industry moves towards a more evidence-led approach to specification, Dr Danilo Gomes of URSA Insulation explores why product performance and the evidence supporting it can... View Article

Cruden Homes secures new development in Bathgate

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

New site marks Cruden Homes’ first new private-sale development in Bathgate and strengthens its West Lothian presence Five-star housebuilder Cruden Homes has secured a new residential development site in Bathgate, marking its first private-sale development in the town and further... View Article

Build It Live South West returns to Exeter as self-build prospects brighten

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

Build It Live South West returns to Westpoint Arena, Exeter, on 12 and 13 September 2026. The event will offer inspiration, practical advice and expert guidance for anyone planning to build, renovate, extend or improve their home. The Exeter shows... View Article

New hinge from SIEGENIA now even stronger

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

New TITAN Hinge Side system enables sashes up to 150kg. Larger openings without compromising on durability: That’s what makes this new development of the TITAN Hinge Side system from SIEGENIA stand out. The hinge system is suitable for timber, PVC... View Article

100 new affordable homes delivered at landmark South Queensferry development

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

One hundred new affordable homes have been completed at The Crossings in South Queensferry, marking a major milestone for Sanctuary Scotland as it delivers its first development in Edinburgh. Completed in May 2026 and delivered in partnership with national housing... View Article

Marley SolarTile® projects support energy efficiency targets

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

Every square metre of a building must not only be justified but also used to its fullest extent. Over the past few years, the expectations for roofs have transitioned from merely providing protection against the elements to providing a way... View Article

Wood-look blades for an attractive newbuild project

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

With its historic centre and vibrant city life, Bruges (BE) appeals to young and old alike. So when you find a home surrounded by greenery yet within walking distance of everything the city has to offer, you’ve struck gold. The... View Article

Kerakoll UK Supporting Specifiers

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

Kerakoll UK is a subsidiary of the Kerakoll Group, a multinational company specialising in providing innovative solutions for the construction industry. The B Corp-certified UK company offers RIBA-approved CPDs for professionals specifying tiling. The first of these, “A Specifier’s Guide... View Article

University of Derby rooftop gets the Kingfisher touch

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

UK-based manufacturer Kingfisher Louvres has supplied a rooftop screening package for the University of Derby’s new £75m Cavendish Building, providing aluminium architectural louvres that support the building’s award-winning design. Working closely with client Advanced Roofing & Cladding, Kingfisher delivered 154... View Article

How housebuilders unlock value through early drainage design

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

Shahir Mahmood at Polypipe Building Products explores how early focus on drainage design is helping SME housebuilders improve planning outcomes, maximise land value and future-proof developments. For SME housebuilders, delivering viable developments increasingly means balancing planning requirements, land optimisation and... View Article

Beyond the block

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

The construction industry is under increasing pressure to deliver more from the buildings it creates. Homes and commercial buildings alike are expected to be more energy efficient, lower carbon, durable and cost-effective than ever before. At the same time, designers,... View Article