Brighton to host free home renovation event

Householders in and around Brighton who are thinking about improving the comfort and energy performance of their homes will have the opportunity to learn from real renovation experiences at a free community event taking place on Wednesday, 18th March at... View Article

The future in focus

Louise Walters at Designer Contracts looks at the future of new build flooring, from a shift in colour palettes to sustainable products, the importance of EPDs and how flooring materials can help meet the Future Homes Standard. The role of flooring... View Article

Mears complete large-scale refurbishment in Tower Hamlets

Mears Group has carried out planned and retrofit works on the Bancroft Estate, on behalf of client Tower Hamlets Council. The £4.7m project has spanned 18 months and has brought a wide range of improvements to the estate, with three blocks being refurbished.   The project forms... View Article

How Can Bathroom Installations Be Made Quicker and Cleaner?

Kirstie Manning, National Specification Manager at Wilsonart, explores how improper waste disposal, shortages of experienced tilers, and health and safety concerns can create a host of delays on new-build housing projects. There are few industries where the old adage ‘time... View Article

Lead8 Reveals Azure Bay Development in Sanya, China

Coastal Lifestyle Destination Marks Iconic Tower Project for Lead8 in Hainan Hong Kong, 3 March 2026 – Construction is underway on Azure Bay, a landmark mixed-use tower development in Sanya Bay, Hainan, with Lead8 appointed as the Architectural Designer for... View Article

RIBA International Awards 2026 Shortlist Announced

52 Exceptional Projects Shortlisted for the International Awards for Excellence The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has revealed the 52 projects shortlisted for the 2026 RIBA International Awards for Excellence. Celebrating outstanding architecture from 18 countries, the biennial awards... View Article

Perrault Architecture

Perrault Architecture – Montreal, Canada, 2026-03-04  The new library’s primary goals are to modernize the municipality of Saint‑Adolphe‑d’Howard’s cultural services, address current environmental challenges, and resolve flooding issues associated with the site. It is designed to become a central hub... View Article

Unprecedented challenges ahead

The social sector faces unprecedented level of challenges to deliver the Government’s tough housing agenda Record levels of homelessness are pushing many councils’ revenue budgets to breaking point as the housing system buckles under the strain of unprecedented demand for... View Article