Fibreglass Bath Guide: Pros, Cons & Repair Tips for 2026

The post Fibreglass Bath Guide: Pros, Cons & Repair Tips for 2026 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. A fibreglass bath, or Glass-Reinforced Plastic (GRP) tub, is a composite fixture created by layering woven glass fibres with polyester resin, finished with a structural gel coat. While prized for its low weight and affordability in UK residential projects, its performance is defined by its thermal stability and...

Infrastructure plan — ambitious but affordable

The New Zealand Infrastructure Commission has published the National Infrastructure Plan which sets out a practical, affordable pathway to deliver the infrastructure New Zealanders need to thrive over the next 30 years. It’s ambitious — but centred on affordability. It provides decision-makers with a clear, system-wide picture of where pressures are emerging and where investment […] The post Infrastructure plan — ambitious but affordable appeared first on Building Today.

HBF report shows widening gap in UK home ownership

UK home ownership is facing ever increasing challenges according to a new HBF report, including affordability gaps and high deposit needs. The post HBF report shows widening gap in UK home ownership appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

Paisley’s Micro-Apartment Movement: How Compact Living Is Changing the Rental Landscape

The post Paisley’s Micro-Apartment Movement: How Compact Living Is Changing the Rental Landscape appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Paisley is entering a new phase of urban evolution—one defined not by large-scale developments, but by small, smart, and highly efficient living spaces. The rise of micro-apartments is reshaping the town’s rental landscape, offering modern solutions for affordability, sustainability, and convenience. For UK homeowners, landlords, and investors, this trend presents both opportunity and insight into […]

Waste reform…

Path towards cleaner, smarter building sites by tackling polystyrene construction waste Polystyrene has long been used in New Zealand’s construction industry, valued for its insulation properties, lightweight nature, recyclability and affordability. But its widespread use, particularly of expanded polystyrene (EPS), comes with a significant environmental cost when it is not properly managed on site. AucklandContinue reading "Waste reform…"

Open City - The Library House Project, 19092020

A short video about The Library House Project. Designed by award-winning Macdonald Wright Architects and built in 2020, this two bed, two-floor terraced home combines exceptional thermal efficiency, a solar array, exquisitely crafted materials and a secluded walled garden to the rear.

World Economic Forum - The Future of Real Estate, Episode 2 - The Housing Market, 25102022

House prices faced by homebuyers remain unsustainably high all over the world and the shortage of supply is only worsening. Jonathan Reckford, the CEO of Habitat for Humanity, looks at the reasons for this crisis and what can be done in the coming 24 months to try and address this challenge