Ever since the election there has been talk of a ‘Boris Bounce’ when it comes to house prices. However, although positive movement was much hoped for prior to the Conservative victory in December has the result actually translated to improvements in reality? And what can...
The UK currently has a pressing need for new homes. However, while it’s crucial to find ways to ensure that there is sufficient stock to meet demand this is no longer the only consideration. The homes that we build and occupy have a big part...
Climate change has been high on the agenda in 2019 – and it’s not an issue that is likely to go away any time soon. From climate emergencies being declared all over the world to the actions by Extinction Rebellion in the autumn, it’s certainly...
There is a clear need to improve the energy efficiency of UK homes. This is something that is increasingly being prioritised by consumers and which has also been identified as a need in multiple reports on the subject. Given that homes in the UK are...
It’s no secret that there is a significant housing shortage in the UK. In fact, a recent government Housing Whitepaper indicated that there is a need for 250,000 new homes per year. The reality is that only around 160,000 are being constructed annually [1]. At...
There is currently a huge need for affordable housing in the UK. A changing housing market that is underpinned by a growing renting generation, the government’s ambitious affordable housing targets and local council housebuilding initiative all have an impact here. However, while there is clearly...
RG has won a SILVER award for our Brunel House, Bristol project. This conversion of a former council office suite into 246-room student accommodation not only returns this splendid building to its former glory; it also adds value to the local ecosystem. Soft landscaping around the...
London 2012 was a special time for the UK. Despite difficult financial conditions across the country, the country still manage to stage an incredibly successful Olympics, both with respect to event itself and the wins that home athletes had. In a construction context the London...
The Olympic Games happen every four years and represent one of the biggest moments in sport. They are especially important for whatever country – and city – is hosting them and can leave a long legacy behind. Sometimes that legacy is positive and sometimes it...
In many ways the London 2012 Olympics came at a tough time for the UK. Although the original celebrations at winning the bid were hopeful, three years into the planning stages the world was gripped by a financial crisis that had a very significant impact...