We recently launched our latest whitepaper , the Homebuilder ’ s Insight Report . The aim of the report is to support the housebuilding industry in preparing for the future , and to ensure it considers the next steps so that it can deliver for the modern homeowner .

The whitepaper discusses some key themes from within the housebuilding industry including sustainable construction , adaptation , the accessibility of the property ladder , the role of mental health in planning , and improving the performance of homes .

This report , curated by our very own COO and Co-Founder , Victoria Brocklesby , contains thought-leadership articles penned by five leading

experts who offer their insights into the challenges and opportunities currently facing the industry . These include the thinking of Cat Smith , Director & Co-Founder at Pixel ; Matthew Richards , Partner at Ridge and Partners LLP ; Karen Curtin , Managing Director at Graven Hill Village Development Company and Melissa Balk , Associate at Fisher German , as well as Victoria herself .

This report shows that the industry must adapt and that anyone who doesn ’ t will be left behind . It considers the way people currently live and how this , and therefore their priorities , are changing , particularly following the pandemic .

If we don ’ t understand the blueprint of these changes , it is impossible

to effectively pivot to keep up . Considering these lifestyle changes and the impact they have on buying and living habits , Cat Smith discusses how the pandemic has influenced the behaviours of the homebuyer . Melissa Balk also contributes to this thought , considering the role that mental health and wellbeing play in planning , using the example that glazing is growing in importance as homebuilders prioritise natural

light more than ever . She discusses this shift in mentality , alongside wider issues such as climate change and biodiversity .

Matthew Richards considers the retrofit challenge when creating homes , ensuring that energy and the carbon required to run them is considered , and Victoria also feeds into this

school of thought in her piece where she looks at sustainable construction , from the materials used to where they ’ re sourced .

Karen Curtin then analyses the property ladder more holistically , considering what options are available to buyers when looking for homes that meet the wider spectrum of

requirements being set out by them .

The face of the homebuilding industry is changing rapidly , and no one wants to be left behind . Download the report at https :// originglobal . com / documents / homebuilders-insightreport . pdf to find out more .

Mr & Mrs Ratcliffe live in a beautiful , detached stone farmhouse in Yorkshire and had an existing hardwood conservatory which they decided to update with the latest in conservatory technology . Their aim was to create a fantastic modern new space in which to socialise and relax . Having used local company , Ryburne Windows , many times , and knowing that they would receive a fantastic level of customer service , they had no hesitation in turning to them for this latest , exciting project .

An Ultraframe roof was the perfect choice for this project which is in an exposed location almost 1000ft above sea level , as every Ultraframe roof is designed to withstand the worst possible wind and snow loads at the exact postcode of the installation .

This means that no matter what the weather , an Ultraframe roof will stand up to the worst of it . Homeowner , David Ratcliffe , said : “ Our old hardwood conservatory was in need of upgrading and after speaking to Ryburne Windows , they recommended an Ultraframe roof for our new design as they

said they are the best on the market . We upgraded all of the windows , doors , and the roof from hardwood to the latest in PVCu technology and chose a beautiful agate grey colour , which blends perfectly with the stone of our home . The range of options available from Ultraframe was excellent and we chose

a new Glass Roof with self-cleaning glass and a modern gable design above the French Doors .”

The views surrounding Mr & Mrs Ratcliffe ’ s home are nothing short of breathtaking , and so it ’ s no surprise to hear that their newly-upgraded conservatory has become the hub of their home – used as a

garden room , an additional lounge , for breakfast dining , as well as a beautiful space in which to entertain .

The conservatory is furnished with sofas to relax on , along with an area for dining , and a stunning teal green Welsh dresser , which takes pride of place against the house wall . A neutral colour palette with splashes of colour that perfectly complement the agate grey finish of the roof and windows makes for a beautiful space with a calming feel that is perfectly suited to the host property .

David concluded : “ We absolutely love our new conservatory , and it has so many uses . It ’ s an extra socialising space , we use it to relax in , we entertain in here , and I can ’ t wait for summer when we ’ ll be using it all the time . It ’ s a very flexible space and we love how the roof is self-cleaning . It ’ s also a much warmer space than our previous conservatory . In addition to all of this , we have increased the value of our home – what ’ s not to like ?”

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