Crowded houses
Asimla is offering an alternative way to own property, through the new financial method of crowdfunding. And housebuilders could play a key role, says director Charles Pearce. Suzie Mayes finds out more
NEAT ideas
NEAT Developments is a new London developer with a different approach to housebuilding. Suzie Mayes talks to md Joe Crawley about the company's schemes and pushing the possibilities
Spotlight on investment
Lucent Group is a strategic land development specialist with plans that will interest many housebuilders. Suzie Mayes meets chief executive Charles Flynn to find out how his company can help local authorities and the housebuilding industry deliver new homes
Election elation
The election result took everyone by surprise. But what does the industry think of the Conservative majority outcome and what does it mean for homes delivery? Suzie Mayes finds out
Patient progress
Nestled within the stunning Northumberland countryside, Bellway's Stannington Park offers space and interest to the discerning buyer. But the road to development was not an easy one. Suzie Mayes reports
Standard procedure
After a lengthy process, the final details of the Housing Standards Review have been published. Suzie Mayes gets the industry's verdict on the changes which include the controversial space standard
The end game
Richard Werth bid farewell to his much loved housebuilding business Banner Homes last year, after selling it to CALA Homes. Now, the former ceo is looking to use his recent experiences to advise smaller housebuilders on the right exit strategies for them. Suzie Mayes reports
Housebuilding 2.0
The skills shortage is one of the biggest challenges facing the industry. But over the past few months, it has started to put plans into action to add to its numbers. Suzie Mayes looks at what work is happening now with various avenues of recruitment and how the industry is hoping to boost its image
Dipping into history
Bewley Homes' Bewley Park is a carefully crafted scheme featuring some sensitive conversions which reference the site’s past. Suzie Mayes pays a visit to the development near to Reading town centre
Sales forces
Shared equity and part exchange are valuable tools for enabling sales. Suzie Mayes looks at the current market for both, and gives an update on the insurance world
