By Chris Haughey, McCoy Contractors The construction industry has long been a cornerstone of economic growth and community development. Yet, as an industry, we face a significant and growing challenge: attracting and retaining the next generation of talent. If we... View Article

HLM Architects has delivered a new studio environment in Cardiff, underpinned by a coordinated flooring specification from Gerflor. The project incorporated 330m² of floor finishes, comprising Gerflor Creation 55 Looselay luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and Gradus Lunar carpet tiles, installed... View Article

Technology leader Plentific is launching its Data Governance Guide today at Housing 2026 as a practical framework supporting social landlords to navigate regulatory reform, achieve compliance and rebuild resident trust. Facing intensifying regulatory pressure, including the implementation of the second phase of... View Article

People’s homes are their sanctuary. A place where comfort, health and wellbeing should come as standard. For housebuilders and developers, this creates a clear responsibility to deliver the homes of the future – ones that support occupant wellbeing, while also... View Article

High passenger traffic volumes place specific demands on column casings and wall linings, as they must withstand scuffs and damage while complementing the design of airports, rail stations and bus terminals. Encasement’s Verta column casings and Vecta building lining products are designed to meet... View Article

Cedral fibre cement roof slates combine the benefits of modern slate technology with the look of natural slate, delivering durability, strength and design flexibility for roofing projects. Cedral, part of Etex, has a deep-rooted history and heritage of over 100... View Article

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia proudly supported Global Action Plan’s Clean Air Day on Thursday, 18 June 2026. This year, Vent-Axia marked the day by highlighting the role air filters play in maintaining good indoor air quality (IAQ) and reminding... View Article

Join Intergas at InstallerSHOW to explore our latest heating innovations, rewards, and renewable solutions for installers. We’re excited to announce that Intergas will be at InstallerSHOW this year, and we’d love to see you there. Visit our stand to discover... View Article

Pendock metal pipe boxing conceals interior and exterior pipework used in low-carbon district heating schemes and air-source or ground-source heat pump installations, improving appearance while helping to protect against damage or tampering. The range includes the three-sided CHM channel profile for fixing... View Article

Historically when it has come to choosing sliding doors for a project homeowners and architects have had to choose between outstanding thermal performance (but with chunky frames) or slender frames and compromise on efficiency – but the SUNFLEX SF80 makes that decision... View Article

For many self-builders, the dream begins with finding the perfect plot. For Anna and Edward, that dream started with an ancient oak tree. Located in Woolverstone, Suffolk, their one-and-a-half-acre site included a tired bungalow that sat within the tree’s root... View Article

Housing associations, local authorities and accommodation providers are balancing growing expectations around durability, maintenance and resident experience. As multi-occupancy developments continue to evolve, specification decisions are becoming increasingly important to long-term performance. To support this evolving market, Amtico’s dedicated Multi-Occupancy... View Article

Residential development continues to evolve. Housebuilders, developers and housing associations are operating across a growing range of delivery models, from apartment schemes and later living communities to single-family housing developments, creating new considerations for specification teams. To support this evolving... View Article

Apollo Fire Detectors has expanded its Soteria Dimension range with the introduction of a black optical detector – Dimension Black – offering greater flexibility for architects, designers, and specifiers working across visually sensitive or design-led environments. The new finish responds... View Article

The UK is transitioning from British Standards (BS) to European EN fire resistance standards – and the September 2029 deadline is closer than it seems. Whether you test products, specify them, install them, or manage the buildings they go into,... View Article

The University of West London (UWL) is benefitting from enhanced fire safety visibility and streamlined system management thanks to the integration of AdvancedLive across multiple campuses. Over the past three years, the University has undertaken a significant investment programme to... View Article