Green Homes
Myleene Klass on going green
With her second baby on the way, Myleene Klass has decided to make a commitment to making the world a greener place for her children by joining Team Green Britain, an online community which is being engaged about tackling climate change.
Affordable green city centre homes in Birmingham
First time buyers in Birmingham could find 2011 a happier new year than expected with brand new, affordable - and green - city centre homes on the market.
Energy efficient new homes in Earl Shilton
People in Leicestershire could beat rising fuel bills by moving from a drafty old home to a brand new one that’s easy to manage and efficient to run.
West Midlands is flush with sustainable new homes
Bellway has opened the doors to its latest stunning showhome, allowing homebuyers in the West Midlands the chance to see just what life would be like living at the housebuilder’s popular Oaklands development.
Save energy at ICON in Street
This week (25th – 31st October), The Energy Saving Trust celebrates its fourteenth Energy Saving Week. The initiative aims to inform households about how they can reduce their carbon footprint and show how significant energy and money savings can be made in the home.
'EcoExcellent' living needn’t cost the earth
As Energy Saving Week* (25th – 31st October) approaches - and the Energy Saving Trust encourages us all to save energy and cut harmful emissions in the fight against climate change - there’s no better time to check out Market Quarter, Linden Homes’ innovative new eco-friendly development in Chippenham.
Low cost eco tips for homeowners
New research conducted by the Energy Saving Trust reveals that making UK homes energy efficient could cost less than £3000 per house.
Sustainable, affordable living in Harrow
Affordable housing has come a long way in the last 50 years and leading the way in innovation is Octavia Housing, providing affordable, contemporary and yet sustainable new homes at Emerald Green in Harrow.
Energy-smart apartments in Scunthorpe
This month sees the UK housebuilding industry launch national New Homes Month – aimed at highlighting the many benefits of buying a new home as opposed to a second hand one.
Charles Church commits to eco-friendly homes
Charles Church Southern, the luxury housebuilder, is so committed to reducing the carbon footprint of its homes in the region that it is now building properties that are up to 50 per cent more efficient than traditional houses.
Finalists announced for Earth Awards 2010
Artificial foam which captures and converts the sun’s energy more effectively than living organisms and earth tiles which empower people to build their own sustainable homes are in the running for a global design award backed by world-leading entrepreneurs.
Energy efficient new homes from Persimmon
Persimmon Homes South East is now building homes across the region that are 50 per cent more energy efficient than traditional houses, meaning savvy homeowners looking to move could save hundreds of pounds on fuel bills each year.
Living the green dream with George Clarke
In recent years, climate change has been firmly placed at the top of the political agenda and we all know that we should be doing more when it comes to making the world a greener place. But how many of us have made real changes to our homes to help improve its energy efficiency and nudge it towards that all important ‘A’ rating?
Seventh heaven at Market Quarter in Chippenham
Linden Homes’ Market Quarter development in Chippenham offers a range of properties that benefit from quality internal specifications, stunning surroundings and an ‘Eco-Excellent’ rating and it appears all of these factors have contributed to a surge of sales at the development, leaving only seven properties remaining in the current phase.
Eco and financially-friendly homes in Ruthin
With research* indicating that a third of house hunters would pay more for a home already fitted with a renewable energy source, Taylor Wimpey North West is proving to be ahead of the pack at its Glasdir development in Ruthin - with a range of ‘green’ homes starting from as little as £179,950.