Features

The latest news, features, comment and analysis of the UK housebuilding market covering policy, regulation, planning, technology, new developments and products

Face to face

Sept. 1, 2006 Feature

SHELAGH GRANT discusses her determination to inject new life into the Housing Forum as its chief executive, with a fresh range of Constructing Excellence initiatives

PP3\'s a crowd

Sept. 1, 2006 Feature

The publication of the government’s planning policy on housing, PPS3, is imminent. Will it promote a market-led approach or further strangle development? Stephen Hoare reports

Mix & match

Sept. 1, 2006 Feature

Kier Partnership Homes md Dennis Seal talks to Chris Windle about the firm’s approach to mixed-use schemes

Avoid mix-ups

Sept. 1, 2006 Feature

Clarity for all partners is essential to the success of mixed-use schemes, advises Alex O’Connor, head of the housebuilder team at McGrigors

Growth potential

Sept. 1, 2006 Feature

The Higgins Group is reaping the benefits of the mixed-tenure agenda, Higgins Construction director Paul Cooke tells Allison Heller

Mixed reception

Sept. 1, 2006 Feature

Mixed-use and mixed-tenure schemes lie at the heart of the sustainable communities plan. In this series of features Chris Windle considers the challenges involved, while Higgins Construction, Kier Partnership Homes and legal firm McGrigors offer their perspectives on the issues

Planners talk back

Sept. 1, 2006 Feature

Developers’ views on the planning system are well known, but a recent survey turned the tables. Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) president Clive Harridge reports from the other side

New growth under the microscope

Sept. 1, 2006 Feature

The government’s plans for the Thames Gateway are under serious scrutiny. Chris Windle wades into the debate over a series of recent reports that have questioned the validity of its growth policies

Digital dividend

Aug. 1, 2006 Feature

Integrated home technology is becoming a major marketing ingredient for housebuilders. Andrew Leech looks at the options for optimising your homes

Interior journey

Aug. 1, 2006 Feature

While interior trends are constantly changing, the importance of quality fittings and fixtures remains paramount. Tim Palmer assesses the sector’s latest offerings