From funding a development to its basic building blocks, this month&amp;’s product pages take a look at what is needed to get your new home scheme off the ground. <p></p><p>Our finance feature (read article) investigates the various packages on offer from lenders who recognise the risks faced by housebuilders in a challenging new climate of brownfield targets and changing legislation.</p><p> For those who have managed to rustle up the money, the bricks and blocks feature (read article) provides a round-up of products which make the term &amp;“traditional build&amp;” seem an anachronism. Prefabrication may be the word on everyone&amp;’s lips, but brick and block manufacturers are keen to expel the idea that they are set in their ways, and show off their latest techniques and innovations including modular wall panels and quick-build thin joint technology.</p><p> Then, to add the finishing touch to any development, cladding and walling systems (read article), traditionally the realm of refurbishment, are gaining popularity in the new build sector. We take a look at some of the products available, including precast concrete, low maintenance heat-treated timber, and decorative cement renders. They have been used to impressive effect on developments ranging from individual homes to large scale urban …