The term housebuilder is something of a misnomer. Much of what a housebuilder actually does is make places. While bad places can drain an area's lifeblood, good places will improve economic performance, enhance and support ecology and biodiversity, enable healthy living and foster local pride and community cohesion. More »
Faced with the worst drop in sales for 30 years, the housebuilding industry is working its marketing tools increasingly harder to ensure its products can be all things to all buyers. So, rather than ignoring the elephant in the room, Natalia Gameson investigates how to get the right mix between price and quality in today's difficult market. More »
I would like to say it is an honour and privilege to fill the void left by my cousin Secret Squirrel this month, bringing my e-column at showhouse.co.uk to the printed page, but it is not. Squirrel is on holiday, chalking up 20,000 air miles and leaving his carbon paw print all over the planet. He represents all that is profligate about our throwaway society in a life decided to profit and pleasure. Shame on him. More »
The Acorn Property Group has appointed Nicola Markham as sales director south west. Formerly New Homes Sales Manager for Bradley's estate agents, Markham has worked in the property industry throughout Devon and Cornwall for over seventeen years. More »
Keith Miller of the Miller Group is the wealthiest housebuilder in Britain, with a fortune of £730 million, according to The Sunday Times Rich List published yesterday. More »
That does not mean it is square. Show House online will regularly feature discussion forums, inviting leading industry figures to debate the topical issues of the day. Remember to register to “Have Your Say”. More »
Whether in a country pile perched atop a hill, or a plush residential tower, anyone can live the high life. After a summer defined by flooding, now may be the time to think about building up, says David Hoppit. More »
Providing homes to suit demanding environments and even more demanding clientele is just part of an average day's work for Matthew Biddle. Michael Dineen meets the man heading up niche developer Berkeley First. More »
