All Buildings, design and specification articles
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CPDCPD 19 2026: Beyond embodied carbon: the whole-life impact of timber windows
Sponsored by George Barnsdale, this module explores how material choice, operational performance, durability, maintenance, repair and end-of-life considerations can influence the whole-life carbon impact of window specification
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CPDCPD 18 2026: Multifunctional flat roof design
As flat roofs take on more roles, their design and specification are becoming increasingly complex. This CPD, sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, explores how to assess loading, fire performance, drainage and long-term behaviour as part of a complete roof system
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CommentWater efficiency must be considered alongside housing delivery
Suzannah Adey explores how tightening water-efficiency requirements could affect housing delivery in water-stressed areas and argues that developers need to consider real-world water use alongside energy demand and occupant behaviour.
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CPDCPD 15 2026: Retrofitting solid-wall homes with insulation
Sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, this module covers external wall insulation in the retrofit of solidwall homes – including the policy and funding landscape driving demand, and the fire safety and moisture-management requirements that govern material choice
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CPDCPD 14 2026: Closing the performance gap with insulation
Sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, this module examines why the gap between the predicted and actual performance of so many buildings persists – and how fabric-first design, informed insulation specification and consistent installation practice can help close it
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CPDCPD 13 2026: The fundamentals of insulation
Sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, this module explores the key principles behind insulation performance and how specifiers can ensure materials meet the standards required for modern construction on thermal, acoustic and fire performance
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CPDCPD 04 2026: Fire safety for roofs and rooftop solar
Sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, this module explores the regulatory context and functional fire performance of roofs, highlighting the influence of specification decisions and looking at the fire safety implications when flat roofs are used as amenity space and to house photovoltaics
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NewsTwo thirds of gateway 2 decisions in last three months were green lights, Building Safety Regulator says
Group adds more remediation cases are being dealt with as it prepares to formally announce remediation improvement plan this month
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CommentRegen Connect campaign: joining the dots between local ambition and delivery
At a pivotal moment for urban regeneration, Housing Today’s editor Chloe McCulloch introduces a new editorial campaign designed to connect local priorities with the expertise needed to deliver real change
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NewsLonger lasting anti-mould paint from Inducoat
Just in time for Awaab’s Law coming into force, new supplier Pazco has brought Dutch anti-mould paint Inducoat Fungi to the UK
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CPDCPD 18 2025: Understanding fire stopping and liability
Sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, this CPD module explores the role of fire stopping, setting out the legal liabilities for all parties involved in the design, construction and installation process, as well as outlining best practice for design and installation of relevant products
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CommentPreparing for 2027: Why the digital switchover must start with people
Trevor Hoggard explores how the UK’s 2027 digital switchover will transform social care and housing
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In FocusRethinking housing delivery: A shift from risk to reliability
As housing associations face mounting pressure to deliver more homes faster, MMC has come under scrutiny. While some modular approaches have faltered, panelised aircrete systems are proving to be a reliable, future-proof way of combining speed, quality and compliance
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NewsAirtech launches ventilation solutions to support landlords ahead of Awaab’s Law
With new legislation on damp and mould due this month, Airtech is highlighting its survey, treatment and ventilation services designed to help social landlords comply
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CommentImplementing Awaab’s Law across the social housing sector
As phase one of Awaab’s Law comes into force, social landlords face strict new deadlines to tackle damp and mould – a long-overdue step to protect residents’ health, but one that exposes gaps in guidance, ventilation standards and practical implementation
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NewsNoise pollution findings prompt call for housing providers to prioritise acoustic window upgrades
Housing associations are being urged to adopt higher-performance windows in retrofit programmes as new data links noise exposure to long-term health impacts
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CPDCPD 16 2025: Leveraging BIM for strategic advantage
Sponsored by BSI, this module explores the legal protections of listed buildings, focusing on the replacement of timber windows to balance heritage preservation with modern standards
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NewsQuarter of UK housebuilders report limited understanding of Building Regulations, Polypipe survey finds
Research by Polypipe Building Products highlights gaps in knowledge of Parts L, O and F of Building Regulations
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In FocusBellway’s Future Hub highlights Posi-Joist as key to Future Homes compliance
At Bellway’s award-winning Future Hub, innovative building methods and collaborative design tools are being tested to overcome the practical challenges of low-carbon construction and accelerate the delivery of homes that meet the UK’s upcoming Future Homes Standard
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CPDCPD 15 2025: Fire safety and the building envelope
Sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, this CPD module looks the role of the building envelope in passive fire protection – and how non-combustible insulation can enhance fire resilience