April 2021

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In this issue

Beauty contest

The government has launched a new draft National Model Design Code with proposals to include the word "beauty" in planning rules. Mark Smulian reports on how this might affect the industry

The beauty quandary

Ministers want "beauty" embedded in planning - but what does that mean? David Birkbeck of Design for Homes gives his verdict on recent schemes that have won awards for their design

A view on design

Park View, Woodstock, has been referenced as a good example of beautiful design. Suzie Mayes talks to its creators, Graham Flint, md of Pye Homes Blenheim and Dominic Hare, ceo of Blenheim Estate

The Interview - Andy Hill, Hill

After a productive 2020, Andy Hill, ceo of Hill, talks to Suzie Mayes about his recent highlights and challenges, and how the pandemic has helped his business make improvements

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Suzie Mayes looks at what the industry is doing to attract talent and retain its workforce as the government ramps up its demands for more homes

The Interview – Graham Prothero, Gleeson

Graham Prothero has been ceo of Gleeson, the low-cost housebuilder and strategic land specialist, since January 2023. He talks to Suzie Mayes about the changes he has made since becoming boss, the housing division’s medium-term strategy and why the business has entered into partnerships work

Housebuilder Product Awards 2025

The winners have been announced of this year’s Housebuilder Product Awards. We showcase those companies that have proved themselves best in class for products, systems and services

The Brain Game 2025 - in pictures

This year, the Housebuilder Brain Game raised an extraordinary £288,000 as part of a black-tie, celebrity hosted quiz. Housebuilder celebrates the highlights