Mears complete large-scale refurbishment in Tower Hamlets

Mears Group has carried out planned and retrofit works on the Bancroft Estate, on behalf of client Tower Hamlets Council. The £4.7m project has spanned 18 months and has brought a wide range of improvements to the estate, with three blocks being refurbished.   The project forms... View Article

Combatting mould

Good indoor air quality is essential. Poor ventilation can lead to mould (and consequent health risks), increased house dust mites (exacerbating allergies and respiratory problems), unpleasant odours and condensation. Vectaire’s MVHRs extract pollutants and humidity whilst maintaining a constant intake... View Article

Helping cash-strapped local authorities save thousands of pounds

Daniel Cheddie, founder and owner of Stronghold® Anchor, discusses removing the cost of scaffolding from high-rise maintenance and safety works. Across the social housing sector, one challenge is becoming increasingly familiar. How do local authorities and housing associations deliver urgent... View Article

New Fulham scheme delivers 264 homes with 50% affordable

A 264-home, 50%-affordable scheme has completed in Fulham, delivered by Peabody and Mount Anvil with support from the GLA and Hammersmith and Fulham Council. The scheme, Chelsea Botanica, includes 83 homes for London Affordable Rent and 50 Shared Ownership properties,... View Article

Pendock metal pipe boxing conceals and protects

When concealing exterior or interior pipework associated with low carbon district heating schemes or air-source and ground-source heat pumps, Pendock’s metal pipe boxing range helps improve aesthetics while also providing effective protection against possible damage or tampering. Now available for... View Article