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GRID Braehead has secured The Gymnastics Academy as its newest tenant, marking the provider’s inaugural Scottish location.
Homeowners are increasingly abandoning the traditional bright, clinical bathroom lighting in favour of a softer, more atmospheric approach that transforms evening showers into a calming…
The Light, a major new cultural venue in Durham, is set to open its doors on 22 August, unveiling an ambitious programme that includes artworks…
AHEC Unveils ‘Wood for the Trees’ Exhibition at Shoreditch Design Week 2026
The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) is set to present an immersive hardwood exhibition, Wood for the Trees, at Shoreditch Design Week from 15 to 20 September 2026.
Pinterest Data Reveals Rising Demand for Brown Interiors as Japanese Tiles Capture the Trend
Brown is experiencing a significant resurgence in home interiors, according to Japanese tile specialist Mittsu.
Lakeland Furniture Reveals Autumn Trend Shift Towards Practical Premium Interiors
Homeowners are expected to adopt a more discerning approach to furnishing their homes this autumn, favouring pieces that combine aesthetic appeal with durability and practicality.
Darlington Economic Campus Development Advances with Completion Set for 2028
Construction of the new five-storey office building on Brunswick Street, destined to accommodate over 1,600 Government employees, is progressing rapidly and remains on schedule for completion in 2028.
University College Birmingham Launches £15 Million Hospitality Expansion with Acquisition of The Cube Hotel and Marco Pierre White Restaurant
University College Birmingham (UCB) has initiated a substantial £15 million investment programme in the hospitality sector, beginning with the acquisition of the former The Cube Hotel and Marco Pierre White restaurant.
New Forest Councillors Inspect Progress on VIVID’s New Milton Affordable Housing Project
Councillors from New Forest District Council (NFDC) visited VIVID’s housing development in New Milton last Friday to review the construction of 17 affordable homes.
Pagabo to Launch £1.5bn National Medium Works Framework with Regional Focus in 2027
National procurement specialist Pagabo has announced plans to issue an invitation to tender for its new National Framework for Medium Works on 1 September 2026.
Synergize installs 825kW solar programme for National Highways depots
Synergize has completed a major decarbonisation programme across 16 operational sites for National Highways, installing more than 825kW of solar PV, 760kWh of battery storage, 18 air source heat pumps and 34 air conditioning units.
Willmott Dixon Delivers UK’s First WELL Platinum Police Headquarters for Hertfordshire Constabulary
Willmott Dixon has completed the £56 million headquarters for Hertfordshire Constabulary in Welwyn Garden City, marking the first police facility in the UK to be designed to achieve WELL Platinum certification, the highest accolade under the WELL Building Standard.
Scottish Campaign Urges Minor Housing Plan Changes to Safeguard Ancient Woodland
A community group in Paisley, Scotland, has proposed a small redesign of the Abercrombie Park housing development to protect veteran trees and ancient woodland habitat, while allowing the majority of homes to be built.