HEM – the dawn of a new era

As the industry adjusts to the Future Homes Standard, Jon Ponting of AES Sustainability Consultants examines why the long-delayed Home Energy Model (HEM) will be a transformative break from the long-established SAP method. For almost two decades, the Standard Assessment... View Article

New Finance Director for Housebuilder Dandara

Independent housebuilder Dandara has appointed Nic Davenport as Divisional Finance Director for its housebuilding division, strengthening its leadership team as it pursues ambitious growth plans over the next five years. Davenport joins from Vistry Group, one of the UK’s largest... View Article

Shining the spotlight on data transparency in sustainability

Environmental Product Declarations are reshaping construction transparency, but inconsistent standards create specification challenges. Stephanie Palmer of wienerberger explores whether standardisation is the solution – and if it’s truly achievable. It’s no secret that product data transparency matters more than ever... View Article

Building on 150 years’ experience

Marking 150 years in business, Jenner Group managing director Martin Sandall reflects on its evolution from local builder to a regional housebuilder tackling new challenges. Reaching 150 years in business is a rare achievement in construction and for Jenner Group... View Article

Wall panels vs tiles

Amanda Mills at Saniflo looks at how wall panels compare with traditional tiling in terms of installation time, maintenance and long-term performance. Tiles have long been the default choice for bathroom walls, valued for their durability and familiar aesthetic. However,... View Article

1930s home transformed into relaxed & textural retreat

When Demi Keenan, founder of Demi Keenan Interiors, was first introduced to this 1930s red-brick home in Marldon, South Devon, she immediately recognised its potential. Known for her keen eye for detail and instinctive approach to space planning, Demi has... View Article

Hidden House

Hidden House is a contemporary and sustainable new build family home in the Surrey Hills, replacing a dated 1960s bungalow with a modern design that responds carefully to both its landscape and the wider context of the North Downs.  ... View Article