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

Story Homes submits plans for 205 new homes in Whitburn

February 2026, Whitburn – Story Homes is pleased to announce the submission of a full planning application to South Tyneside Council for a proposed new residential development on land off Mill Lane, Whitburn. The plans include the delivery of 205 new homes, offering a wide... View Article

Planning green light for new affordable homes in Shildon

A new housing development of affordable, energy efficient homes in South Durham has been given the green light after planning permission was granted this week. Developers Karbon Homes and Oaktree Living have won approval from Durham County Council’s planning committee... 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

Are renovation costs really falling? Experts invite homeowners to look closer

News by Checkatrade that renovation costs have dropped by 25% since 2023 might be welcomed by many homeowners who have delayed projects amid rising inflation and economic uncertainty.  But industry experts caution that the headline figure doesn’t necessarily mean building work is suddenly “cheap” again, or that budgets can... View Article

Story Homes submits planning application for Hazelhurst Farm, Worsley

New development set to deliver high-quality homes and substantial community benefits February 2026, Worsley – Housebuilder Story Homes has submitted a planning application to Salford City Council for land at Hazelhurst Farm in Worsley, marking a significant step forward in delivering much-needed new homes in... View Article

Platform Housing Group recognised as an Inclusive Worcestershire Leader

Platform Housing Group has been awarded a certificate of recognition by the INclusive Worcestershire Leaders (IWL) Forum, affirming its commitment to creating a fair, accessible and inclusive workplace for all. The accolade was presented at the most recent IWL Forum held last month, which focused... View Article

Cabinet approves five-year Housing Strategy for Barking and Dagenham

Barking and Dagenham Council’s Cabinet approved a new five-year Housing Strategy yesterday (Monday 16 February), setting out a bold plan to deliver more affordable homes, raise standards across the borough’s housing stock, tackle tough sleeping and homelessness, and support residents... View Article