
FunHaus Trend Set To Inspire Colourful Interior Lighting In 2026
FunHaus looks set to be 2026’s most vibrant interior trend, and homeowners who want to embrace the playfulness of the movement should look to curate joy through key homeware upgrades.

Doors 2 Floors Expands Deanta Door Range to Boost UK Market Access
Doors 2 Floors has announced a significant expansion of its long-standing partnership with Deanta, unveiling an even broader portfolio of Deanta doors on its website.

Pop Mart Opens Fashion-Led Store on Brick Lane, Marking Strategic Shift Into Lifestyle Retail
Global designer collectibles brand Pop Mart has announced the opening of a new London retail space at 6 Dray Walk, introducing a fashion-focused concept that signals a significant expansion of the brand’s direction.

New Woodland Walk Development to Create Jobs and Boost Economy in Hoyland
The Yorkshire division of national homebuilder, Bellway Homes says its new Woodland Walk development on the outskirts of Hoyland will boost the local economy – creating at least a dozen new jobs during construction and bringing in the income and…

Organic Estate Advances Sustainability With Regenerative Farming And Net Zero Goals
An award-winning organic estate strengthened its position as a UK leader in sustainable agriculture and innovation, unveiling a wave of environmental achievements.

New Porcelain Venetica Terrazzo Tiles Offer Modern Twist on Classic Design
Independent tile retailer The Baked Tile Company has unveiled its own 21st century take on classic terrazzo in a new five-piece collection.

Leeds College of Building to Host North England Super Trowel Bricklaying Event
Leeds College of Building (LCB) South Bank Campus will host the Super Trowel North England Regional on Friday 13 February.

Flooring Brand, Parador, Launches Carbon Neutral Production with Reforestation Backing
Global flooring brand Parador has reached a significant new milestone in its sustainability journey, announcing that since the end of 2025, the company has been producing at its sites in a carbon-neutral manner.

Patterned Upholstery Becomes Key Trend in UK Home Interiors for 2026
For years, plain fabric sofas have been the UK’s number one choice.

Rother DC Housing Wins LABC Site Recognition Award for Tapestry Development
Rother DC Housing Company’s (RDCHC) housing development, ‘Tapestry’ in Battle, East Sussex, is in the running for a prestigious national construction prize this year after achieving a Site Recognition Award from LABC Warranty.

Wilton Developments Secures National Highways as Anchor Occupier at Dynamo Park
Wilton Developments has agreed a freehold deal with National Highways for 29,500 sq ft at the flagship Dynamo Park development on Cheltenham Road in Stockton-on-Tees.

Construction Begins on Sheffield’s Largest Co Living Development in Kelham Island
Construction is underway on Hive, a £24 million co-living residential development in Kelham Island that is set to become Sheffield’s biggest purpose‑built scheme of its kind.

Ruby Group Expands in Italy with New Hotel Project in Milan Isola District
Ruby Group continues to grow its presence in Italy with a new Ruby Hotels project in Milan.

Construction of new Sainsbury’s store commences at Wirral Waters
Construction work has begun on a new Sainsbury’s Local store, which will serve Peel Waters’ regeneration project at Wirral Waters.

Scottish Homebuilding and Renovating Show Returns to Glasgow SEC in May 2026
Scotland’s only consumer exhibition dedicated to self-builders, home renovators and improvers, the Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show, sponsored by self-build specialists Fleming Homes, will return to the SEC, Glasgow on 9 to 10 May 2026.

Porcelain Superstore Launches Foundry Tile Collection With Industrial Finish
Bold, elegant and just a little bit dramatic, Porcelain Superstore’s latest tile collection is not for the faint-hearted.

Knights Expands Cardiff Team with New Property Litigation Partner
Knights, the UK’s regional legal and professional services business, has strengthened its growing team in Cardiff with the appointment of Clare Good as a Partner in Property Litigation.

Scandinavian Design Brands Unite for The Building Exhibition in Stockholm
String Furniture, the Scandinavian design icons since 1949, and Grythyttan Stålmöbler, the Swedish outdoor furniture specialists since 1895, presented a new initiative during Stockholm Design Days (2nd – 6th February 2026) – The Building – an exhibition set within a…

From Geometrics to Grain: How Flooring Anchors the Neo Deco Look
Neo Deco – which combines the glamour and opulence of the Art Deco movement with sleek, contemporary styling – has been dubbed one of 2026’s rising interior trends by Pinterest.

Land Sale in Leicestershire Paves Way for 147 New Homes and Community Facilities
A land sale has opened the door to future housing delivery on the eastern edge of Oadby, Leicestershire.

Dalcour Maclaren Expands Geomatics Services with Geomap Acquisition
Dalcour Maclaren, the leading land and environmental consultancy to the utilities and infrastructure sectors, has acquired Geomap Ltd, a specialist geomatics and land surveying consultancy with deep expertise in the Water and Waste sector.

Neo Deco Made Comfortable: Lakeland Furniture Reimagines an Iconic Style
The Neo Deco trend is sweeping through the interiors world and seating specialist Lakeland Furniture is on hand to help homeowners get the look.

Planning Approved for New David Lloyd Club at Wirral Waters
David Lloyd Clubs, the UKs leading premium health, fitness and wellness group has been given planning approval for a new state-of-the-art club at Wirral Waters.

Quooker Launches Flex 2.0 Boiling Water Tap at KBB Birmingham 2026
Quooker will showcase Flex 2.0 at KBB Birmingham this March (1st– 4th March), presenting the latest evolution of its bestselling boiling‑water tap alongside new finishes and the full Quooker portfolio.

Scandi Sabi Design Trend Embraces Warmth Texture and Authenticity in 2026
In 2026, Scandinavian design is embracing a more nuanced direction, one that values tactility and authenticity over polished perfection.

Neo Deco Home Hardware Ideas Available From Pushka Home Collection
The Neo Deco trend is sweeping through interiors, and homeowners who want to embrace the movement need look no further than home hardware specialists Pushka Home.

Aire Park welcomes Jacobs to South Brook Street
Leeds’ new 24-acre mixed-use district, Aire Park is set to welcome global consulting and advisory firm Jacobs to 3 South Brook Street in early 2026.

Muse strengthens Yorkshire and North East presence with key hire
Nationwide placemaker Muse has welcomed Michael Ramsden as Senior Project Manager at its Leeds office, reinforcing its commitment to delivering transformational regeneration across Yorkshire and the North East.

Liverpool Waters celebrates continued expansion and near-full occupancy of flexible office space at Princes Dock
Liverpool Waters is marking another strong year of progress at Princes Dock, as demand for high-quality, flexible office space continues to grow.

Gateshead’s Baltic Quarter takes step forward with new partnership agreement
Ambitious plans to deliver new homes and offices on Baltic Quarter in Gateshead have taken a major step forward, following the signing of a Pre-Development Agreement with Muse, supported by supply chain partners ECF.

British Tile Company Launches Authentic Terracotta Parquet and Zellige Collections
British tile specialist The Baked Tile Company is putting authenticity in the spotlight as it launches two new tile collections.

Law Firm Strengthens Agriculture and Rural Affairs Team With New Partner Appointment
Law firm mfg Solicitors has strengthened its nationally-recognised Agriculture and Rural Affairs department with appointment of a new partner.

Stories Flooring Expands Lusso Range with Five New Affordable Oak Boards
Independent flooring retailer Stories Flooring is giving homeowners even more choice when it comes to affordable flooring, with the introduction of five new boards.

Subsidence Risk to Listed Buildings in England Set to Increase Sharply
As subsidence risk in England is projected to rise sharply in the coming years, ground engineering specialist Mainmark UK is warning of the escalated threat to listed properties.

Family of Willerby Founder Visits Hull Headquarters for 80th Anniversary
The family of the man who founded leading holiday home manufacturer Willerby have enjoyed a VIP tour of the company’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities in Hull.

Cheshire and Warrington’s Visitor Economy Surpasses £4bn Despite Industry Headwinds
Cheshire and Warrington’s tourism sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience, with the visitor economy surpassing £4bn for the first time since the Covid outbreak – recording 59.

Borderlands Energy Investment Programme Unveils 12 Selected Net Zero Initiatives
The Borderlands Energy Investment Programme (BEIP) has successfully concluded its Call for Projects, identifying 12 local initiatives aimed at expediting the region’s shift towards net zero emissions.

Leeds College of Building and BAM Recognised at National Apprenticeship Awards
A longstanding collaboration between Leeds College of Building (LCB) and construction company BAM has received a ‘Highly Commended’ accolade at the 2026 Apprenticeship & Training Awards, a prominent event within the education sector.