With more architects involved in designing new homes, the results can be better for everyone - from developers to communities. Host Natalie Daniels is joined by Keith Bradley (Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios) and Simon Vernon-Harcourt (City & Country) to explore how design can shape thriving neighbourhoods, balance local character with innovation, and meet modern expectations around sustainability, wellbeing, and accessibility. Music credit: Uppbeat OAKTY4TYK7ENPSSW

Passivhaus is often called the gold standard for low-energy homes - but why has it been slow to take off in London? Host Kathryn Reucroft is joined by Attzaz Rashid (Barratt London), Dr Joel Callow (Beyond Carbon), and Sarah Lewis (UK Passivhaus Trust) to explore the challenges, misconceptions, and opportunities of scaling Passivhaus in the capital, and what Barratt’s landmark rollout could mean for the future of sustainable housing. Music credit: Uppbeat OAKTY4TYK7ENPSSW

Is downsizing the key to solving the UK’s housing crisis? With £2.9 trillion of property wealth tied up in under-occupied homes, host Laura Hellon-Hughes talks to Lucian Cook (Savills) and Steve Bangs (Pegasus Homes) about breaking barriers, reshaping perceptions, and why “rightsizing” could unlock homes and transform later living. Music credit: Uppbeat OAKTY4TYK7ENPSSW

In this powerful and timely episode of Around the Table, we ask not just how many homes the UK should build – but how we build, and how we want to live. As the government announces a landmark £39bn housing boost, our panel explores the bold ideas behind Human Nature’s new “How Shall We Live” report – a radical yet practical vision to tackle climate breakdown, housing unaffordability, social isolation, and economic fragility, all through how and where we build. Host Rachel Colgan, Foundi...

In this insightful episode, we explore the dramatic rise of Single Family Housing (SFH) as one of the UK’s fastest-growing residential sectors – and ask what it means for renters, investors, housebuilders, and communities. Host Rachel Colgan from Building Relations PR is joined by: Piers de Winton (Savills) – lead author of the latest SFH report and a key voice on UK residential investment strategyLottie Outen (Kennedy Wilson) – sharing a global investor’s perspective on the scale, ESG demand...

In this thought-provoking episode, we ask whether sustainable housing really needs to come with a higher price tag. Host Charlotte Radcliffe from Building Relations PR is joined by Michael Pratt (Invertay Homes & Timber Engineering UK), Professor Robert Hairstans (Edinburgh Napier University and NMITE), and Sue Riddlestone OBE (Bioregional) to explore how to build greener, more affordable homes without compromising on quality or ambition. Topics include: The cost myths around sustai...

In this episode of Around the Table, we hear the inspirational journey of Zaiba Qureshi, CEO of Housing for Women, as she shares her leadership story and their mission to provide safe, affordable housing for vulnerable women. Hosted by: Natalie Daniels, Sustainability PR Director, Building Relations PR Our guest: 🔹 Zaiba Qureshi, CEO of Housing for Women We discuss: ✅ Zaiba’s personal journey, the barriers she has overcome, and what drives her ✅ The critical housing challenges women face i...

In this episode of Around the Table, we explore the transformative role of neuro-architecture, a design approach that prioritises inclusivity, sensory well-being, and accessibility for all. Hosted by: Rachel Colgan, Founding Director of Building Relations PR Our guests include: 🔹 Jean Hewitt, Inclusive Environments Technical Lead at Buro Happold and Technical Author of PAS 6463 (Design for the Mind – Neurodiversity and the Built Environment) 🔹 Magdalena Arent, Building Performance Consultant ...

In this episode of Around the Table, we explore the Future Homes Standard, a transformative regulation set to launch in 2025, and its implications for the housing sector. Hosted by Charlotte Radcliffe, Senior Account Manager with Building Relations PR, the discussion features insights from three industry experts: Lynne Sullivan OBE, Architect, LSA Studio, RIBA & Chair of Good Homes AllianceJames Snelgar, Technical Director, Dandara SouthernAlex Jahanshahi-Edlin, Associat...

In this episode of Around the Table, we dive into the Autumn Budget announcement and its significant impact on the UK housing industry. Hosted by Ramsay Jones CBE, Public Affairs Consultant with Building Relations PR, the discussion features insights from three industry leaders: Tim Collins, Group Corporate Affairs Director at Barratt RedrowMelanie Leech CBE, Chief Executive of the British Property FederationSean Ellis, Managing Director of Fernham Homes. Together, they anal...

In this episode of Around the Table, hosted by Rachel Colgan, Managing Director at Building Relations PR, we explore the critical issue of how the housing sector can navigate the declining demand for Section 106 homes. As housing associations in many parts of the UK are stepping back from bidding on these homes, the resulting decrease in affordable housing has led to delays in broader housing delivery. Our expert panel—Maggie Rafalowicz, Director at housing consultancy Campbell Tickell, and K...

In this episode of Around the Table, hosted by Natalie Daniels, Sustainability PR Director from Building Relations PR, we delve into the concept of creating social value through the built environment. Our expert panel—Nathan Spencer, Managing Director at UKREiiF; Joanna Dahlgren, Head of Social Value & SROI at London Borough of Waltham Forest; and Danielle Buckley, Regional Social Value Manager at Wates Group—discuss how developers, planners, and policymakers are embedding social va...

Following recent negative press coverage about shared ownership, we bring the experts together to tell us the truth about shared ownership. This episode will explore the role shared ownership can play in solving the UK’s housing crisis. Hosted by: Laura Hellon-Hughes, Senior Account Manager, Building Relations PRWith panellists: Esaiyas Mollallegn, Head of Marketing at Metropolitan Thames ValleyStuart Hensby, Director of Sales & Marketing, Abri Group Music credit: Uppbeat OAKTY4TYK7...

In this episode we discuss the upcoming election with two leading property experts to understand their views on the housing-related aspects of the major political party manifestos. We reflect on which party might be best for the housing sector, their current plans, and what they should prioritise for this sector in crisis. Hosted by: Ramsay Jones, Public Affairs Consultant with Building RelationsWith panellists: Tim Sargeant, Owner of City & Country Kate Faulkner OBE, Property Expert...

Welcome to a special episode of the 'Around the Table' podcast, marking World Environment Day on June 5th. In this episode, we explore how architects and interior designers can create sustainable homes, both inside and out, to drive a greener tomorrow for our sector. Participants: - Gareth Price: Architect and Founder of Counterbalance XYZ - Alicia Storie: Eco-conscious Interior Designer and Founder of ADesignStorie Music credit: Uppbeat OAKTY4TYK7ENPSSW Music credit: Uppbeat OAKTY...

Welcome to our fourth episode of ‘Around the Table’: a property-focused podcast by Building Relations dedicated to exploring the changing landscape in the built environment. As we approach UK Construction Week, this episode dives into the construction industry’s evolving landscape, exploring everything from the adoption of new construction methods and increased safety standards, to the growing need for green skills within the sector. Participants: Mat Ilic: Co-founder and CEO of Greenw...

Welcome to our third episode of ‘Around the Table’: a property-focused podcast by Building Relations. Here, we aim to unpick current housing stories including the transition to net zero, rising construction costs, recruiting and retaining talent as well as new policies and legislation affecting the housing sector. This episode is slightly different, however, as this month, we are celebrating International Women’s Day. In this episode, I am joined by two very inspirational guests who wil...

Welcome to our second episode of ‘Around the Table’: a property-focused podcast by Building Relations. In this episode, we hear from two experts on how they are helping to push biodiversity up the agenda in the built environment and create green spaces in urban areas. New legislation came into force this month which requires developers to create a mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain of 10%. This will affect more than 100,000 planning applications every year, so new strategies are needed t...

In this episode, we will be focusing on the retrofit challenge and how we decarbonise our existing housing stock. 80% of buildings that will be standing in 2050 have already been built, therefore the industry needs to find sustainable design solutions and green financing methods to help support the drive to decarbonise our housing stock. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode, please do let us know and don’t forget to subscribe via Spotify, Apple or through other podcast ...