With a renewed £2billion UK government pledge to deliver 18,000 new social homes, the opportunity to raise the bar for healthier, more sustainable living has never been greater. A bold new partnership between VELUX, Travis Perkins WholeHouse, Stonewater Housing Association and Galion Homes is doing just that.
Too many social homes still lack the basic elements needed for well-being. Poor ventilation and limited daylight aren’t just design flaws – they’re public health issues. From damp and mould to long-term mental health risks, the consequences are real. According to a global VELUX survey, 63%of respondents said daylight improved their mood, productivity, and general well-being. That’s why the alliance is placing fresh air and natural light at the heart of home design.
VELUX roof windows offer powerful solutions to bring light and air into everyday life – delivering healthier homes and greater quality of life. Together with WholeHouse’s precision-engineered build system, Galion’s timeless craftsmanship and Stonewater’s community-first focus, this partnership creates homes that are fast to build, high-quality, and designed for the long term.
Lee Jackson of Travis Perkins WholeHouse, said: “Partnerships like this allow us to draw on decades of expertise to design homes that don’t just meet regulations – they improve lives.”
Stonewater’s long-standing focus on tenant well-being, especially for vulnerable residents, aligns perfectly with the initiative. With over 63% of their tenancies lasting more than five years, the importance of designing for stability and health is clear.
This isn’t just a project – it’s a model for the future. By aligning sustainability, well-being, and scalability, the alliance is redefining what social housing can be. And policymakers and developers are taking note.
