The Hemp House project at Bassingham, Lincolnshire, has been awarded the title of Best Individual New House at the Grand Final of the LABC Building Excellence Awards. Architects Stephen George + Partners (SGP) worked closely with owners, Paul Rea and Nicola Jones, to create a comfortable 21st century home that
Author: Keith Hall
Will this be the world’s most sustainable tower?
Lumiere Developments is launching The Beacon – which they believe will be the world’s most sustainable residential tower. Due to its innovative energy conservation technologies and smart design, The Beacon will, they suggest, save residents up to £11,000 a year in living expenses. Located in Hemel Hempstead, just 24 minutes
Much more than just worktop makeovers
In a recent home improvement project, Granite Transformations has showcased examples of its extended range of makeover materials, services and fittings for the kitchen and bathroom, whilst displaying the current trend toward white and off-white decorative surfaces. The kitchen of this detached rural Lancashire home (see photo below), a 1980’s
Ashden Awards announce the shortlist for 2016
Pioneering organisations based in India, London, China and Wales have been shortlisted in the Sustainable Buildings category for the Ashden UK and International Awards. The Ashden Awards are a globally recognised measure of excellence in the field of sustainable energy and winners receive tailored support to help scale up their work