October 2020

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The Interview - Tariq Usmani, Henley Homes

Tariq Usmani is ceo of London-based Henley Homes. He talks to Suzie Mayes about the importance of efficiency and cost control but also why people deserve a second chance

Post-Covid design

Could the pandemic signal lasting changes in design? Mark Smulian seeks to find out if recent home owner experiences have impacted the look of new homes

Training the next generation

NHBC has launched its first ever apprenticeship which aims to develop the next generation of talent. Housebuilder reports on the new scheme and how it offers a different type of training

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Policy Conference captures hurdles to homes target

The HBF Policy Conference saw the housing secretary send a “call to arms” to industry to get building while other speakers detailed the numerous obstacles to this. Suzie Mayes reports

The Interview – Dave Smith & Matt Vincent, Spitfire Homes

Dave Smith became managing director of Spitfire Homes in 2025, with Matt Vincent operations director since 2024. They talk to Suzie Mayes about offering high quality homes in different markets, changes to the company and moving from being an SME to a more regionalised business

Celebrating social value

Julie Baker, Keepmoat North West’s social value manager, was crowned 2025’s Housebuilder Star for her commitment to helping young people. Suzie Mayes discovers why Baker’s background motivated her and takes a look at how other housebuilders approach social value

Crafting a career in construction

NHBC explores the various routes into housebuilding and the training it delivers to help resolve the skills shortage and retain talent