Not wasting a good crisis
Ben Roskrow looks at what the coronavirus crisis might mean to the design and construction of new homes
Planning – all set for a digital future?
HBF planning director Andrew Whitaker looks at the leaps in technological innovation that have seen the planning system leap into the 21st century
Taking charge in uncertain times
Karl Hick, ceo of the Larkfleet Group, says that the coronavirus is a brutal reminder of our vulnerability - physically and economically
Trying to find the right balance
After the UK’s recent flooding experiences, Paul Smith, managing director of the Strategic Land Group, looks at the challenges local authorities face
The impact of the sustainability agenda
Arcadis partner Richard Jones looks at how the government’s focus on sustainability may impact the residential sector and the targeting of investment money
Keeping calm and carrying on
Nick Sutcliffe, director at communications consultancy BECG, says the industry must, and will, adapt to the new normal that will come after coronavirus
Copywriting drowning in a sea of sameness
Pete Hardy, creative director at Aylesworth Fleming, laments the state of copywriting in the industry – it’s time to drop the property clichés
Ombudsman is an opportunity for the industry
Guy Higgins, managing director of Leicestershire-based housebuilder William Davis Homes, looks at the latest proposals for a new homes ombudsman
Focusing on fabric first
David Grace, sales director for Keystone Lintels, considers the importance of adopting a fabric first approach, in light of the proposed updates to Part L 2020
Engagement in action
Rob Kendal, managing director of Tamdown, considers the importance in 2020 of engagement with customers, employees and beyond
