September 2017

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SWOT 2017

Our panel of experts assesses the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats facing the industry.

John Tutte interview

Redrow’s ceo on plans for the fast growing housebuilder.

Multigenerational living

A look at a new NHBC Foundation report into the market for multigenerational homes.

Urban & Civic

We talk to the bosses of this property development and investment company

The Build Show

A preview of October’s big show

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Industry sees Opportunity in government

The new government is very much the focus in this year’s SWOT analysis as our panellists see a period of great Opportunity ahead. There is plenty of hope but also keen awareness of the multiple Threats and challenges which could scupper the ambition to build more new homes. Ben Roskrow analyses 2024’s SWOT results.

The Interview – Trevor Dempsey, Dandara

Trevor Dempsey is ceo of Dandara’s housebuilding division, a once-small business which is becoming more national. He talks to Suzie Mayes about getting plans back on track, his inspiration behind the company’s trainee programme and holding onto quality

Raising the roof on quality

A solid roof is a key part of safeguarding any building. NHBC gives details of its roofing masterclasses which cover this crucial part of the build

A whole life commitment

Suzie Mayes finds out how the Future Homes Hub is addressing the issue of embodied carbon through its Whole Life Conventions and tool