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First-ever modular homes lifted into place in Bolton
The initial modular homes have been craned into place at a new affordable housing development in Bolton by offsite specialists, ilke Homes.
Limited offsite take-up? The modular industry is thriving
The MPBA has commissioned research that shows volumetric modular construction is undergoing a period of considerable growth. Chief executive Jackie Maginnis examines the uptake in modular construction.
2020: The year modular construction goes mainstream?
2020 must be a year of great change in affordable housing. Modular construction offers a solution, says Richard Hyams of architect astudio.
House by Urban Splash reveals two new senior appointments
House by Urban Splash has appointed Claire Kober as independent director and chair of the board and Mark Shirburne-Davies as director.
900 new homes to be built at Meridian One
Enfield Council and developer Vistry Partnerships (formerly Galliford Try Partnerships) have agreed to deliver approximately 900 new homes at Meridian One.
Construction begins on 1,000 new homes at Wirral Waters
Construction has commenced on three residential schemes at Wirral Waters, as the project looks set to transform 500-acres of former docklands.
General election: Reaction round-up
Britain has woken up to the largest Conservative majority since 1987 after Boris Johnson was swept back into Number 10 in the General Election.
Liverpool council to transform landfill site into green community
Liverpool City Council is set to transform a former, 28 acre, landfill site into a green community, which could accommodate almost 1,500 eco-friendly homes.
What do the political manifestos mean for the construction industry?
In the run-up to the general election, PBC Today takes a look at what the political party manifestos mean for the housebuilding and construction industry.
The modular homes leading the way in the UK
As the construction industry ramps up its use of modular construction, PBC Today takes look at the modular housing schemes taking the UK by storm.
The momentum of the modular movement
Gaynor Tennant, CBDO of Modularize, says the offsite industry must make it clear to government that it is open for business.
Housebuilding must be a priority, says FMB
The urgent need to build more homes for everyone should be a key priority for all the political parties during the General Election campaign, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).
Cheshire West and Chester Council to build 737 new homes
Cheshire West and Chester Council have planned to build 737 new homes across six sites in the Borough to meet local housing needs, including affordable homes.
Building Innovation Awards: Best Offsite/Modular Innovation
PBC Today finishes off our preview of the Building Innovation Awards with a look at the Best Offsite/Modular Innovation category.
When it comes to new builds, we must focus on quality,...
Jamie Johnson, CEO of FJP Investment, reviews the struggles faced by developers constructing new builds and proposes a series of reforms to ensure the UK is able to increase housing output.
Self and custom build work important for SMEs, report reveals
The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) House Builders’ Survey 2019 has highlighted the importance of the self and custom build sector as a source of work for its members.
Homes of the future: University and TV architect collaborate
The ways that homes are designed and built in the future could be completely transformed, thanks to a new project between Northumbria University, Newcastle and architect George Clarke.
Only 1 in 10 homes built on Green Belt land deemed...
According to a report by countryside charity, CPRE, only 1 in 10 homes built on land released from the Green Belt are ‘affordable’.
Norwich council estate wins 2019 RIBA Stirling Prize
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has named Goldsmith Street in Norwich, designed by Mikhail Riches with Cathy Hawley, as the winner of the 2019 RIBA Stirling...
Major new scheme for Canning Town gets the green light
A new 804-home scheme at the Manor Road Quarter in Canning Town has taken a step forward after the London Borough approves planning.
Building Innovation Awards: Most Innovative Developer
The Building Innovation Awards take place on 23 October in Manchester. PBC Today is previewing each category, today focusing on Most Innovative Developer.
Garden communities: Still fit for purpose?
Dave Pendle, associate director at Marrons Planning, says that close connection between planning and politics could mean that the original aim of garden communities is being diluted.
Building Innovation Awards: Most Innovative Building Project
PBC Today continues our preview of the Building Innovation Awards with a look at one of the most coveted awards up for grabs - the Most Innovative Building Project.
Is the planning system torturous in the eyes of a modular...
Lesko Modular Group talks about its journey through the planning system as it looks to explore land acquisition and developments using offsite solutions.
Aster to double shared ownership portfolio in next five years
Housing association Aster Group has revealed that it plans to build 2,800 new shared ownership homes over the next five years – boosting its shared ownership portfolio to over 5,000 by 2024.
Reuben brothers inject £19m into modular housebuilder Project Etopia
Billionaire brothers, David and Simon Reuben have invested £19m in modular housebuilder, Project Etopia.