September 2019

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September 2019

In this issue

Brexit debacle threatens industry stability

Housebuilder’s annual SWOT analysis asks the views of an expert panel on the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats currently facing the industry. Ben Roskrow finds fear of recession looming large.

The Interview -Tim Banks, Octagon Developments

Tim Banks is ceo of Octagon Developments, a luxury housebuilder that is now planning more mid-priced schemes. He talks to Suzie Mayes

An emotional response

Research shows psychology and emotion play a significant role in the home buying process, says Rachel Asquith, business director at Aylesworth Fleming

Sea views

Giles Wilson, NHBC’s standards manager, explores how to treat costal homes

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Getting Ready for Water

As a water crisis looms with regulations set to change, Suzie Mayes reports on what the industry is going to improve water efficiency in new homes

The Interview - Jon Cook, Places for People

Jon Cook, ceo of Places for People's developments division, talks to Suzie Mayes about what is important, the divisions recent changes and being part of a social enterprise

Building the future

In our sustainability and green agenda special, Chris Windle explores how the various supply sectors are supporting housebuilders in the journey to the Future Homes Standard