Philip Gaffey, Managing Director of Gaffey, explores the link between water treatment and net zero building. As net zero targets and certification requirements reshape decision making across the built environment, the focus in building services has sharpened around energy systems, materials selection and operational efficiency. Water treatment, specifically chemical dosing, filtration and ongoing disinfection management, has largely escaped the same scrutiny. The carbon footp

Across the UK, local authorities and housing associations are facing growing pressure to improve the performance of existing homes. Net zero targets, rising energy costs, increased regulatory oversight and a stronger focus on resident health and wellbeing are driving the need for action. Much of the country’s housing stock is also ageing, poorly insulated and often located within conservation or planning sensitive areas, making large-scale retrofit both essential and complex.

Ben Bryden, Sales & Marketing Director at RAK Ceramics, reveals the role luxury bathrooms play in influencing housebuyers. When it comes to influencing residential purchasing decisions, the bathroom plays a pivotal role. It is a space where quality, comfort and attention to detail are immediately apparent, and where specification choices can significantly influence how a property is perceived. Buyers increasingly expect bathrooms to feel considered, cohesive and luxurious, wi