
OP delivers strategic workspace optimisation for Attestor Limited’s London HQ
Leading office interior design consultancy, OP, has completed a strategic space optimisation project for alternative investment management firm, Attestor Limited, at their London headquarters at 7 Seymour Street.

Japandi Style Tiles Gain Popularity as Porcelain Superstore Launches Nomad Collection
Japandi-inspired interiors are trending, says independent tile retailer Porcelain Superstore.

McLaren Completes £30M St Gabriel’s Court Student Accommodation in Manchester
McLaren Construction Midlands and North has successfully delivered the £30 million student accommodation scheme, St Gabriel’s Court, in Manchester.

Willmott Dixon to Lead Net Zero Housing Project at Rochdale Station Gardens
Willmott Dixon has been appointed by Rochdale Development Agency (RDA) to deliver Station Gardens, a transformational housing development that will create 81 new homes on a key brownfield gateway site close to Rochdale town centre.

Curtis Furniture invests in £1m factory expansion and 30 new jobs
Curtis Furniture, the UK’s leading manufacturer of hotel bedroom furniture, is expanding its Leeds manufacturing provision with the acquisition of a new 25,000 square foot factory.

British Fashion & Beauty Star Naomi Isted Joins Doors 2 Floors as Ambassador and Design Partner
British fashion and beauty television presenter, columnist, and lifestyle blogger Naomi Isted has been announced as the latest brand ambassador and in-house design partner for Doors2Floors, marking a stylish new chapter for the innovative interiors and property firm.

Wales Launches Digital Toolkit for Small Business High Street Success
A new online guide will help small businesses and independent retailers harness the power of digital technology and data to strengthen their operations, attract more customers, and future-proof their place on the high street.

Royal Albert Dock Liverpool Transforms with Dock Shorts Projection Series
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool is set to be transformed with three permanent state-of-the-art projectors which will show a series of short animations mapped onto the back facade of the closed Maritime Museum while it undergoes its transformation.

Wallace Whittle Expands Across England with New Leadership and Strategic Growth Plans
Independent MEP, Sustainability & ESG consultancy Wallace Whittle has embarked on significant plans to accelerate its growth across England with senior appointments, growing offices and an impressive pipeline of work already underway.

House of Lords Vote Supports Biodiversity and Sustainable Development in England
The Field Studies Council has welcomed a crucial House of Lords vote on the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, calling it a vital step for biodiversity, environmental education, and the future of sustainable development in England.

Laura Hammett Living Wins 2025 SBID Global Award for Residential Furniture
Luxury homeware brand Laura Hammett Living is proud to announce that it has been awarded the 2025 SBID Global Award for Residential Furniture for its Faris side table, recognising the brand’s exceptional design innovation, craftsmanship and contribution to the global…

SCJ Renewables Completes Solar Installation at Ramside Hall in County Durham
A North East solar renewable energy specialist, SCJ Renewables, has completed the second and final phase of its project at Ramside Hall in County Durham – installing over 360 panels onto the hotel’s new driving range.

Final Porthcawl Waterfront masterplan sets out landmark attractions and local priorities
Proposals for creating an outdoor Lido swimming pool and all-new funfair rides to act as iconic new seafront landmarks have been revealed as part of the final regeneration masterplan for the Porthcawl Waterfront area.

Stepnell strengthens regional capabilities and framework excellence with leadership appointments
Complete construction partner Stepnell has reinforced its commitment to regional client service and delivery on competitive frameworks with the appointment of Graham Lambert as director for the Midlands region and Craig Finn as framework director.

Protium breaks ground on the UK’s energy future in South Wales with second green hydrogen project now in construction
Protium, one of the UK’s leading green hydrogen energy companies, is proud to share that it is in the advanced stages of construction on its second hydrogen production facility in South Wales.

Unqualified electricians in Scotland continue to pose a real risk to public safety
Unqualified electricians in Scotland pose a significant threat to public safety, the head of Scotland’s largest construction trade association has warned.

How flexible workspaces are powering Leeds businesses amid city’s £20 billion projected growth
The recent launch of Leeds’ ambitious economic vision plan, which sets out a roadmap to generate £20 billion in economic growth and create 100,000 new jobs across the city, shows that the West Yorkshire city is set for huge investment…

Construction Giants Meet in Scotland to Agree Path to Deliver Faster, Greener Homes
The Structural Timber Association (STA) has launched a new initiative in partnership with Future Homes Hub, the Timber Frame Learning Journey, which aims to show developers how to deliver faster, greener homes.

Leading Scottish architecture practice makes strategic investment in Midlands-based Gould Singleton Architects
Bracewell, one of Scotland’s longest established architectural practices has expanded its reach into England after making a strategic investment in Midlands-based Gould Singleton Architects.

Safeguarding the Millennium Commission’s cultural legacy as landmark venues face rising costs
New analysis shows flagship sites such as The Lowry and The Glasshouse continue to deliver major economic, social and educational returns – highlighting the need for funding frameworks that reflect their long-term value.

Allison Homes breaks ground on 53-home Shepshed site
Work has begun on the construction of 53 new homes at Finney Meadows in Shepshed by East Midlands home builder, Allison Homes.

Clegg Construction Appointed for Leeds City Hotel Project Pre-Construction Services
Contractor Clegg Construction has been appointed to deliver the Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA) for the George Street hotel project in Leeds, working in partnership with Leeds City Council.

Landlords Warn Renters’ Rights Act Will Worsen Student Housing Shortage
Student housing landlords nationwide have welcomed new legislation as an important step toward fairer accommodation – but warned unclear rules and poor planning could disrupt students’ lives.

Anchor Group Services and Milesight Revolutionise UK Smart Car Park Management with Solar-Powered 4G Cameras
Anchor Group Services, a leading UK facilities management company, is pioneering smart car park management as the first UK partner to collaborate with Milesight in testing and refining their solar-powered 4G ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) cameras.

Louise Giovanelli Public Artwork ‘Decades’ to Illuminate London Landmark
Create London and Westminster City Council will present a new public art and architecture commission by artist Louise Giovanelli at St Mary-le-Strand Church on the recently pedestrianised Strand Aldwych, opening on 19 November 2025 and on view to the public…

The Design Museum advocates for low-carbon construction with the Stone Demonstrator public installation at Earls Court
Today, Future Observatory–the Design Museum’s national research programme for the Green Transition–unveils the Stone Demonstrator, a boundary-pushing prototype at Empress Place, located on the Earls Court Development site.

Willmott Dixon Secures £20.7m Contract for Sustainable Durham Academy Build
Willmott Dixon has been awarded a £20.7m contract by the Department for Education to build the new Durham Academy in County Durham, replacing the current Durham Community Business College.

UK’s Rock Pool Project Expands Nationwide with Bioblitz Battles to Boost Marine Conservation
Rock pooling has long been one of Britain’s favourite seaside pastimes – and now it’s becoming a nationwide competition.

ECF Unveils Plans for Sustainable Homes in Crescent Salford’s Adelphi Village
ECF has submitted plans for 263 high-quality homes, situated to the north of the Farmer Norton car park, adjacent to the Willohaus site, which is already under construction.

Caulmert Drives Multi-Million Refurbishment of Sheltered Housing in North Wales
An engineering, environmental, and planning consultancy is playing a key role in a north Wales council’s multi-million-pound sheltered housing refurbishment programme.

Chris Heathcote Joins Gateley Vinden as Director to Strengthen Manchester Project Management Team
Gateley Vinden, the specialist built environment consultancy arm of professional services group, Gateley, has appointed Chris Heathcote as a director within its project management and quantity surveying team in Manchester.

Homebuilding and Renovating Show Harrogate to Feature Leading Interior Design Experts
The three-day Homebuilding & Renovating Show – Harrogate (31 October – 2 November 2025, Harrogate Convention Centre) promises its largest presentation yet of brands, experts and ideas for anyone looking to build, renovate or re-imagine their home.

Panoramahyttene Cabins Shortlisted for AHEAD Awards Europe 2025 in Haugesund
Panoramahyttene in Haugesund has been shortlisted for the AHEAD Awards Europe 2025, highlighting its innovative design that integrates seamlessly with Norway’s coastal landscape.

Ecodetect is to Represent Europe in Global Climate Tech Competition in Vienna
Anglesey-based Ecodetect is set to represent Europe at a global competition aimed at addressing climate change and unlocking the world’s cleantech potential.

Pasta Cosa Boosts Royal Albert Dock Liverpool as a Top Culinary Destination
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool is continuing to cement its reputation as one of the city’s leading food and drink destinations, as it welcomes independent restaurant Pasta Cosa, opening on Friday 24th October.

Construction Begins on The Boulevard: New Job-Generating Commercial Hub Near Peterborough
Construction is officially underway on The Boulevard – a landmark commercial destination set to deliver much-needed employment space within the expanding township of Hampton.

Hyphen Accelerates Global Expansion with Growing Mumbai Team
Hyphen, the multinational architectural advisory firm, has significantly advanced its international expansion by rapidly growing its Mumbai office.

Cadwyn Clwyd Injects Over £1 Million into Flintshire Tourism Sector
Tourism enterprises in Flintshire have received a substantial financial boost through two rounds of funding facilitated by Cadwyn Clwyd, a social enterprise working in partnership with Flintshire County Council and Business Wales.