It's the inside that counts
In 2014, Avant Homes embarked on a transformation of its entire business, acquiring new owners and a fresh outlook. Suzie Mayes talks to ceo Colin Lewis about the next step and why product matters so much
Election Reaction
Suzie Mayes talks to the industry about what the surprise general election result means for housebuilding. The fast changing situation means we live in "interesting times"
The Interview - Peter Hindley
Keepmoat Homes has particularly ambitious growth plans. Suzie Mayes talks to ceo Peter Hindley about staying distinctive, delivering modular housing and being pragmatic
Generating Interest
The development arm of Generator Group specialises in mixed-use and challenging schemes. Suzie Mayes talks to Generator's md Paul Isaacs about the company's developments in towns and cities and his affinity with SMEs
Building the future
UK Construction Week returns for a third year at the Birmingham NEC in October, with its nine shows catering for everyone within the construction industry. Suzie Mayes gives the lowdown on this year’s main attractions with a focus on the Build Show which targets the housebuilding sector
Urban Opportunities
Urban & Civic is a property development and investment company offering sites to housebuilders as part of a number of large settlements it is creating. Suzie Mayes speaks to md Robin Butler about the U&C model and its big schemes helping to solve the housing crisis
The Interview – John Tutte
Redrow Homes has been growing substantially over the past eight years. Chief executive John Tutte talks to Suzie Mayes about future plans, maintaining quality and the challenges that the whole industry faces
Fired up
Spitfire Bespoke Homes has covered much ground in its first seven years of life. Suzie Mayes speaks to md David Jervis about growth, individual design and local markets
Pledging to close the skills gap
A year after it officially began, the Home Building Skills Partnership is launching a Skills Pledge to mobilise the whole of the industry. Suzie Mayes finds out about the Pledge and what the HBSP has achieved so far
The interview– Ian Sutcliffe, Countryside - Winning opportunities
Housebuilder of the year Countryside is heading towards doubling the size of its business over a three-year period. Suzie Mayes talks to chief executive Ian Sutcliffe about how the mixed tenure business is managing growth, recognising opportunities and staying true to its ethos
