Architecture

On 17 July 2024, the United Kingdom experienced a significant moment as the first King’s Speech in over seventy years unveiled the legislative agenda of the new Labour government. This landmark address introduced 40 bills […]

Meeting Rachel Thompson, the community liaison officer for Avant Homes, was an enlightening experience. Her enthusiasm and dedication to the forthcoming Acklam development were palpable. As a seasoned journalist, I have chronicled numerous construction projects, […]

Recently, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Laura Hargreaves, a seasoned planning consultant, to discuss the proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and other changes to the planning system in […]

As a journalist dedicated to uncovering the nuances of various professions, I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Glen Baker-Adams, a seasoned town planner and planning consultant at Grounded Planning and HiiGuru. Our […]

In the rapidly advancing sphere of construction, the rainscreen cladding market stands as a testament to ongoing transformation. Regulatory shifts and technological advancements are reshaping the industry’s landscape, placing it at a pivotal moment. To […]

During a recent interview with Rebecca Turner, a senior architect at Green Future Designs, her fervour for sustainable construction and energy efficiency was unmistakable. Our meeting took place in a charming café in London, where […]

In a recent conversation with Andy Mitchell of 21°, I had the privilege of exploring the deficiencies in current Building Regulations and their effects on energy efficiency in newly constructed homes. Andy’s insights are both […]

The recent announcement by the Government to overhaul the planning system in a bid to stabilise foundations and stimulate economic growth introduces mandatory housing targets for councils across England. To gain a deeper understanding of […]

Recently, I had the opportunity to engage in a thoughtful conversation with Sandra Mitchell, a long-standing resident of Washington, on the impending demolition of the British Legend building. With the redevelopment plans endorsed to transform […]

As I sat down with Mark Thompson, Project Manager at Willmott Dixon Interiors, his evident pride and enthusiasm about the company’s latest venture—transforming 200 Buckingham Palace Road into the new headquarters for the British Transport […]