Render boosts kerb appeal & value

When it comes to updating a tired and dated exterior or completing a new build, first impressions matter. Jason Nicholson at K Rend explains how silicone renders can enhance the visual impact of a home, improve kerb appeal and boost... View Article

Reducing costs & carbon in housing bathroom fit-outs

Kirstie Manning, national specification manager at Wilsonart, explores how, through informed wall surface specification in residential bathrooms, architects can help housing developers to deliver against sustainability targets and avoid escalating landfill taxes.  While the rate of increase has slowed compared... View Article

The Myth of the ‘Simple’ Extension

By Tania Udaondo Bernau, TUB Architects.  A rear infill extension. A loft conversion. A side return. These are projects we see regularly, and because they are so common, it is easy to assume they must be straightforward. You see them... View Article

Rise of timber frame & closed panel solutions

As timber frame and closed panel systems gain popularity, Demi Kinghorn of Fleming Homes explores how offsite manufacture can give self-builders greater control over costs, timescales and the construction process. For anyone embarking on a self-build journey, the dream is... View Article

Close suppliers make for a better finish

Door provenance is about accountability, not patriotism. Deuren’s Ian Chubb explores how a door designed, built, and fitted by one team can become a defining feature of the entire space. A self-build project draws on dozens of suppliers, and many... View Article

More room in the roof

Matthew Evans at Kingspan Insulation GB explains why getting the insulation right is crucial for loft conversions. Loft conversions are a great way to unlock extra living space, potentially raising the value of your home by over 20%. When planning... View Article

Radiating the right style

Richard Lister at The Radiator Company explores how the choice of designer radiators can help to establish a successful interior design scheme and create a truly personal aesthetic. It is important to consider radiators at an early stage in the... View Article

Build smart, glaze first

Paul Higgins at TuffX explains why glazing should be considered early in a whole-house strategy. For self-builders, glazing is one of the most exciting elements to specify in a new home. It helps define the architecture, draws daylight deep into... View Article

The secret to a successful supplier partnership? Trust.

Glidevale Protect is proud to support The Innovation Hub in its goal to deliver sustainable and thermally efficient timber frame homes for Morro Partnerships. For Dave Thacker, Head of Innovation at The Innovation Hub and an experienced specialist within the... View Article

The Five Key Principles of Low-Energy Buildings

By Roly Ward, head of business development at MEDITE SMARTPLY Creating low-energy buildings requires more than isolated upgrades; it begins deep within the fabric and foundations of the building itself. As the Future Homes Standard approaches and Building Regulations place... View Article

Cedral fibre cement cladding: built to last

Cedral fibre cement cladding offers long-term durability, low maintenance and proven fire performance, helping housing providers create attractive, resilient homes. The innovations in fibre cement technology are creating high performing materials which are lighter, thinner and ultimately stronger. Fibre cement... View Article

New look column radiators from Stelrad

Stelrad Radiators has introduced an Italian -designed new look, improved range of its popular Column radiators – in both its vertical and horizontal column radiator ranges. With effect from 1st July 2026, the new range is  available through all existing outlets... View Article