Is the Industry Weathering the Economic Storms of 2023?
Jeremy Gray of the Federation of Master Builders discusses their new industry survey findings, and how firms are negotiating tough times.
Our two podcast series, ‘Building Insights’ and ‘Builders’ Voices’ launched in 2021, play a pivotal role in bolstering netMAGmedia’s lineup of magazines, audience research, and white papers across its brands. ‘Building Insights’ delves into the construction industry from a variety of perspectives, offering expert insights into key topics, and partnerships with key industry sponsors. On the other hand, ‘Builders’ Voices, was developed in collaboration with the Federation of Master Builders to give a unique platform for builders and SME housebuilders to openly share views and experiences of the industry.
Jeremy Gray of the Federation of Master Builders discusses their new industry survey findings, and how firms are negotiating tough times.
Kevin Smith of Marchini Curran Architects discusses how the studio has gone from strength to strength even in challenging times, following a buy out.
James Johnston and Will Jones of the A.Proctor Group discusses why we need air-tight high-rises, how specifying the right membrane is key to fire safety, and how the performance gap…
Lee Crossland of AkzoNobel discusses how his career managing paint stores has helped him in his current role tackling wider leisure sector challenges.
Jon Ducker of Kingspan Insulation reviews the changes in legislation covering building performance, and how they have positively affected the industry.
Charlie Luxton, ambassador for Samsung Climate Solutions gives his opinions on what is urgently needed in the industry now to drive uptake of heat pumps, given environmental challenges.
Will Jones & Adam Salt of the A.Proctor Group explains the keys to correct specification of high performance membranes in offsite construction.
Dawn Scott of AkzoNobel reveals the new 'Dulux Colour of the Year' 2023 and explains the process of how the colour is decided.
Alistair Lambie of Kingspan Insulation discusses how the industry is developing innovative new types of insulation for a diverse range of customer needs, across different sectors.
Alli Gay of CHI Homes and member of the Federation of Master Builders discusses her desire to increase the reputation of the industry as well as increasing diversity within firms.
Peter Howard of AkzoNobel takes an in-depth look at how sustainability and wellness can be positively impacted by the right choice of paints and finishes in social housing projects.
Jayne Roughan of AkzoNobel discusses her experience when designing for education to help provide the effective learning environments of the future.