Market transparency
Kevin Stanley looks at those vital glazed products – doors, windows and conservatories. With doors and windows the drive to improve standards in energy consumption is constantly driving product development. Conservatories, too, must be efficient, attractive and cost effective
Digital development
Tim Palmer reports on the latest software available to help housebuilders plan their developments, whether land valuing or designing a home
Cash barriers
Following on fromour December issue, Suzie Mayes considers the type of lending now available to developers. She finds that while there has been some improvement, getting finance is still a very tough task
Thinking small
As Andrew Leech discovers, nanotechnology is working alongside more traditional thermal and sound insulation solutions to keep the heat in and the noise out, whilst helping housebuilders be Code compliant
Taking the heat
Kevin Stanley takes a look at not only the points and credits housebuilders can score when considering heating, ventilation and air conditioning, but how the latest systems can help home owners feel comfortable and content
Plugged in
Suzie Mayeslearns how home technology brings peace of mind and comfort to home owners and can even do the same for developers
Health check
Introducing the Code for Sustainable Homes part three, Suzie Mayes gives an overview of what is required of housebuilders in the health and wellbeing category, and who can offer help
3 point plan
Tim Palmer looks at how isualation, applicances and lighting can help housebuilders score valuable points under the Code in the energy and carbon category
Open sesame
Andrew Leech looks at how window and door manufacturers are helping housebuilders tackle the Code’s requirements
Point scoring
Manfacturers of timber frame and traditional build are innovating and adapting so that housebuilders can score points and credits in the crucial energy and carbon category. Suzie Mayes reports