Features

The latest news, features, comment and analysis of the UK housebuilding market covering policy, regulation, planning, technology, new developments and products

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Nature's gain

April 5, 2019 Feature

The government has confirmed it will mandate biodiversity net gain in new schemes. Suzie Mayes finds out the industry’s views on the plans

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The Interview - Chris Weedon, Stonebond Properties

April 5, 2019 Feature

Chris Weedon is the approachable md of Stonebond Properties, owned by the founders of Countryside. He talks to Suzie Mayes about his ambitious growth plans

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Keeping customers satisfied

April 5, 2019 Feature

The latest HBF/NHBC customer satisfaction survey has revealed further increases in satisfaction

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Grand design

March 6, 2019 Feature

The government has called upon housebuilders to build more beautiful homes. But what does this mean? Suzie Mayes finds out

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The Interview - Nick Stonley, Millwood Designer Homes

March 6, 2019 Feature

Nick Stonley is the new md of Millwood Designer Homes, taking over from the well-known John Elliott. He talks to Suzie Mayes about his vision for the company

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New models, new homes

March 6, 2019 Feature

If the target of 300,000 new homes a year is to be reached, a variety of delivery models will be required, says Mark Smulian

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The Year Ahead - what's in store for 2019?

Feb. 11, 2019

In 2018, the industry endured another year of political and economic uncertainty. Suzie Mayes quizzes the industry on its hopes for this year

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The Interview - Keith Miller, Cavanna Homes

Feb. 11, 2019 Feature

Keith Miller is making his mark at Torquay-based Cavanna Homes which is approaching its 100th anniversary. He talks to Suzie Mayes about his plans

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Heading down south

Feb. 11, 2019 Feature

Joanne Casey has started the new year on a very good note, becoming the first managing director of Mactaggart & Mickel’s Homes England division. She talks to S…

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New parliament group for SMEs

Jan. 3, 2019 Feature

A new parliamentary group has been established to look at how government can help smaller housebuilders deliver more homes. Ben Roskrow reports