House building: a century of innovation
This guide, prepared for the NHBC Foundation by Studio Partington,…
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Watts in store? Introduction to energy storage batteries for homes
Introduction. Sets out the broad benefits of battery systems, both…
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Modern methods of construction: who’s doing what?
Modern methods of construction: who’s doing what? includes the following…
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Hydraulically treated soils in residential construction
Hydraulically treated soils in residential construction (RR12) contains the following:…
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Underfloor Heating – a guide for house builders
Introduction Explaining underfloor heating, how it works, its contribution to…
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Modern methods of construction: views from the industry
Background and introduction Historical perspective and cyclical engagement with off-site…
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The right light: selecting low energy lighting – introduction for designers and house builders
The right light: selecting low energy lighting – introduction for…
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The connected home: designing and building technology into today’s new homes
What is a connected home? A connected home, sometimes referred…
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Homes through the decades: the making of modern housing
This guide from the NHBC Foundation introduces the history of…
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Sound progress: a review of homeowner feedback on noise in new homes
This NHBC Foundation report examines feedback on noise in new…
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Cellulose-based building materials: use, performance and risk
Recent work on embodied energy has seen traditional cellulose-based materials…
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Designing homes for the 21st century: lessons for low energy design
The home-building industry is undergoing unprecedented change and it seems…
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