Landmark renovations underway on Georgian terraces in North Shields
Peter Cox has been drafted in to carry out essential maintenance work for homes in Grade II Listed Georgian terraces in Northumberland Square, North Shields.
Two-thirds of Brits say homes are inaccessible for wheelchair users
Over two-thirds of people in Britain say their homes are inaccessible for wheelchair users, according to a new YouGov poll commissioned by Habinteg.
StormMeister attends this year’s Birmingham Flood Expo
StormMeister attended this year’s Birmingham Flood Expo, the world’s largest exhibition and conference designed to help the most progressive flood professionals.
Mixed news for homeowners covered by Alpha Insurance
Since the FSCS announced that they would be paying compensation to Alpha Insurance latent defects policyholders, thousands of homeowners have been seeking alternative cover.
Building control teams launch Central Building Control Partnership
The building control teams from six Midlands councils have teamed up to share their knowledge and expertise.
Contractor revealed for £100m Southsea Coastal scheme
VolkerStevin and Boskalis Westminster joint venture, VSBW, has been appointed as the principal contractor for delivering the Southsea Coastal Scheme worth £100m.
£62m flood defence funding to support communities in England
Environment secretary Theresa Villiers has announced a new round of flood defence investment for communities across Yorkshire, Cumbria, the North East and the South East of England.
SFS’s The Weston wins four RIBA Yorkshire Awards
The Weston at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park has won four RIBA Yorkshire Awards and has now been shortlisted for the 2019 RIBA Stirling prize.
Government announces sprinkler review for high-rise residential blocks
Residents are to benefit from safer homes under plans that would see sprinklers installed in new high-rise residential blocks of flats, the Government has revealed.
Wates extends housing repairs contract in Birmingham
Wates reveals its contribution to Birmingham as the business extends its contract to deliver housing repairs and maintenance across the city.
Accessibility implications when choosing the design of signs
Ian Streets from About Access discusses signage and the importance of accessibility implications when choosing the design of signs.
Architects must help mitigate effects of climate change, says Actis
With the UK experiencing its highest-ever temperatures last week, insulation specialist Actis is reminding architects that it has a small part to play in helping mitigate the effects of climate change.
UK fatberg awareness is increasing – but action is still needed
The public is becoming more aware of how their everyday habits contribute to serious drain and sewer blockages – but more needs to be done to actually address the problem, argues Michelle Ringland from Lanes Group.
Site checking timber frames to ensure high-quality work
While modern timber frame buildings are usually factory-made, a successful project still requires every aspect of the on-site construction process to be completed to high standards of workmanship.
