Building Safety Bill promises ‘the biggest changes to building safety for nearly 40 years’
The Government has published a draft of its Building Safety Bill, including details of the New Homes Ombudsman.
Why zero-carbon homes must lead the green recovery from Covid-19
Following the Government’s big spending boost for green home improvements, architect and lecturer Ranald Boydell explains the importance of sustainable property development in the aftermath of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Is ‘build build build’ really the best way forward for England’s planning system?
The Prime Minster’s latest housing mantra “is the wrong starting point”, says Professor Alister Scott, as he outlines six core challenges that need to be addressed by the planning system first…
Audley Square: A super-prime construction timeline
Careys illustrates the complex process of building a 200,000 square foot resi scheme in the middle of Mayfair.
PCL projects deliver boost for brickmaker
York Handmade Brick Company has posted a record year after completing two major schemes in Kensington & Marylebone
Government outlines package of measures to boost post-Covid construction
Housing minister Robert Jenrick promises an extension of planning permission deadlines, speedier planning appeals, and relaxed restrictions on construction site working hours; but Knight Frank warns the changes ‘will not be impactful enough’…
CWG completes Wood Wharf’s first private sale resi building
The first residents are due to move into 10 Park Drive this month.
Derwent completes net zero carbon Charlotte Street scheme; offers free flats to NHS staff
80 Charlotte Street in Fitzrovia is Derwent’s biggest ever mixed-use development, and marks a big step towards the firm’s ambition to achieve a fully net zero carbon portfolio.
New top-end building contractor launches with a focus on prime residential projects
Morgan Rae has been founded by Square Metre alumni Luke Morgan and James Rae.
Slovakia’s JTRE snaps up PCL developer Sons & Co; secures £177m loan for South Bank scheme
JTRE has agreed a hefty construction loan on its £400m Triptych Bankside project next to Tate Modern, and acquired the well-known boutique development firm Sons & Co
Top brickmakers warn of job cuts and site closures
Forterra and Ibstock have seen dramatic drops in demand as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.