All about Eco
Tim Palmer delves into the issues surrounding the sustainability agenda and the products at the forefront of it, including renewables, eco-friendly materials and water saving devices
Kitchen cool
Kitchen appliances continue to advance to meet new energy standards and satisfy the needs of the busy and cost conscious home owner. Tim Palmer looks at the latest in appliances and assesses the latest trends in kitchen furniture
Floor plans
Floors and flooring systems need to do so much more than hold up the walls and be walked all over as Chris Windle finds out in his round up of innovation in this sector
Ecobuild 2014
Ecobuild 2014 looks set to be info-packed and thought provoking. Suzie Mayes reports on the highlights and new features of this key event in the sustainable building calendar
Living the dream
No longer just a place to rest a weary head, the modern bedroom has interesting touches, plenty of space and maybe the odd gadget to grab a potential home owner’s attention. Chris Windle reports
Liqiud luxury
The bathroom is a hardworking space, expected to keep the consumer clean, offer luxury and save water amongst other wishes. Chris Windle looks at the products meeting the various demands and what styles are driving the industry at the moment
Park life
There is a lot more to a garage than the provision of car parking space. Chris Windle looks at how garage doors can now add kerb appeal, security and sustainable credentials to a property
See the light
Suzie Mayes finds out how the doors and windows industry is preparing for the new Part L while keeping security and good looks firmly in mind
Adding value
With the beginnings of a recovery well underway, is it any easier for the smaller housebuilder to get finance for its schemes? Chris Windle asks the lending experts and finds out what they can offer, and talks to the insurance companies that bring crucial cover to housebuilders' developments
Mercury rising
Kevin Stanley reports on the heating systems that help housebuilders comply with the changes to Part L and explores the rise of decentralised energy schemes
