House Building policy, regulation, planning, technology, product features

Building a case

July 1, 2006 Feature

The modern buyer is increasingly savvy at winning compensation when a new home is not up to scratch. Gerard Khoshnaw, head of the housebuilding team at Nabarro Nathanson, explains what to look out for

Don\'t miss the training

July 1, 2006 Feature

Apprenticeships and succession planning are vital to your business, advises CITB-ConstructionSkills field director Mike Bialyj

The devolution debate

July 1, 2006 Feature

The government wants to push more power into the hands of local communities. But nimbyism is rife at grassroots level, reports Stephen Hoare, so how will developers deal with “devolution?”

Historic sites

July 1, 2006 Feature

Unearthing the remnants of Britain’s rich history is an occupational hazard for housebuilders. Chris Windle looks at some recent discoveries and finds out how to make the best of the excavation experience

Stadium views

July 1, 2006 Feature

Negative headlines have dogged the construction of the new Wembley stadium, overshadowing the area’s regeneration. Chris Windle takes a look at what is going on off the pitch

Safe.Sustainable.Successful

July 1, 2006 Feature

Terry Gamble, director of Verry Construction and James Thomas of Make Architects on the team’s approach to the snakey winner in the design for manufacture competition

Cashpoints

June 1, 2006 Feature

Housebuilders seeking finance should talk to companies with an in-depth understanding of the sector. Tim Palmer seeks lenders’ views on maximising margins and minimising risk

Clad tidings

June 1, 2006 Feature

Cladding can be a cost effective means of boosting a development’s insulation and kerb appeal. Andrew Leech takes a look at the latest modern methods for the architecturally adventurous

Nothing but the roof

June 1, 2006 Feature

The roofing sector has changed radically since the introduction of PPG3, with higher pitches to accommodate rooms in the roof and improved fixing techniques developed for high rise properties. Tim Palmer reports

Classic example

June 1, 2006 Feature

Steve Menary takes a trip to Sheriff Court in the heart of Glasgow’s Merchant City, where Persimmon has added some quirky features to a refurbished neoclassical landmark

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