April 2022

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Net zero pioneers

Suzie Mayes looks at some of the pilot projects and live new home schemes which are pioneering the way on the journey to net zero, and guiding the industry towards overcoming the challenges of the new Future Homes Standard.

Widening the talent pool

With new homes registrations increasing as the market remains strong, NHBC is on a recruitment drive across all its departments, seeking people from all backgrounds. Housebuilder finds out more.

The Interview – Tom Nicholson, Crest Nicholson

Tom Nicholson joined Crest Nicholson in 2019 to help execute its turnaround strategy. He talks to Suzie Mayes about embracing the challenge of revitalising a successful housebuilder and executing the next stage – growth and sustainability targets.

Offsite takes centre stage at UKCW London

UK Construction Week, the live show for the construction industry, is running in London in May. And it has plenty to offer those involved in the housing sector. Housebuilder gets the lowdown.

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All about AI

Suzie Mayes looks at the effect AI could have on the industry and how housebuilders are embracing it

The Future Homes Hub: Then and now

As Jennie Daly, chief executive of Taylor Wimpey, becomes chair of the Future Homes Hub, she looks ahead to the Hub's upcoming challenges and how the Hub will meet them, while her predecessor, David Thomas, Barratt Redrow’s group ceo, looks back at what it has achieved so far

The Interview – Joe Marshall, Sovereign Network Group

Joe Marshall has been Sovereign Network Group’s chief investment and development officer since last November. He talks to Suzie Mayes about how he has put his stamp on the role, purchasing section 106 housing and the importance of the company’s Homes and Place Standard to the industry

Delivering quality housing

Following the announcement of its Pride in the Job Quality Award winners, NHBC details the process of the long-running competition and what it means to site managers