Precise control for affordable warmth

David Patrick of Dimplex discusses how electric space and water heating solutions can be integrated into a home’s core design to deliver ‘affordable warmth’ for tenants. National Energy Action estimates that there are currently 6.1 million UK households in fuel... View Article

Reimagining the Private Rented Sector

Mark Foxcroft at Devonshires examines how sweeping reforms are reshaping the Private Rented Sector, demanding higher standards, professional management, and shifting power toward institutional landlords. The UK’s Private Rented Sector (PRS) is facing a seismic shift. Long characterised by fragmented... View Article

Apple reopens iconic Ginza store to customers

Foster + Partners partnered with Apple to redesign Apple’s first store in Japan, Apple Ginza, bringing together the best of Apple’s products, services, and experiences in one reimagined space. The store’s reimagined layout brings natural daylight into every space and... View Article

Permission to criticise

Permitted Development Rights have fast-tracked housing delivery, but often at the expense of thermal comfort and occupant wellbeing, says Andrew Nash from Nuaire, who warns that reforms and ventilation innovation are urgently needed. Permitted Development Rights (PDR) emerged as a... View Article

Barratt Redrow celebrates double win at Biodiversity Challenge Awards 2025

Barratt Redrow has been recognised with two prestigious honours at the Biodiversity Challenge Awards 2025, celebrating its commitment to nature-positive development and leadership in biodiversity enhancement. The housebuilder was awarded the ‘Placemaking for Nature Award: Multi-property’, acknowledging Barratt Redrow’s innovative approach... View Article

Planning success for 35-home scheme in Worcestershire

Living Space has secured planning approval from Wychavon District Council for a new affordable housing development in the village of Tibberton, Worcestershire. The scheme will deliver 35 high-quality affordable homes, offered through a mix of social rent and shared ownership... View Article

Practice Profile: Bennetts Associates

Kim Neville speaks with Rob Bearyman of Bennetts Associates about how the now employee-owned practice has over its three decades combined resilience, collaboration and pioneering sustainable design. Bennetts Associates has built its reputation over more than three decades on conviction,... View Article

Conflicting messages point to a slow recovery in the market

With a mixed picture of busy sites and stalled projects, Patrick Mooney sees an uneven slow recovery in the housing market, which still faces several obstacles. Challenging housebuilding conditions are forecast to continue through the second half of the year,... View Article

Persimmon strengthens strategic land platform with Lone Star Land acquisition

Persimmon is pleased to announce the acquisition of Warwickshire-based planning promotion company, Lone Star Limited (LSL). The acquisition further enhances Persimmon’s strategic land function, adding additional industry-leading expertise and relationships to our business. Persimmon will retain LSL’s experienced team, ensuring... View Article