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Rotherham’s Rising Star: Why Waverley Should Be on Your Radar

Nestled in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, Waverley boasts a fascinating transformation. Once a bustling centre for coal mining, it’s now a vibrant community brimming with history, green spaces, and exciting opportunities. Whether you’re seeking a new place to call home, a fun day out, or a chance to grow your career, Waverley has something to offer. Rotherham’s Rising Star: Why Waverley Should Be on Your Radar

From Coal Mine to Modern Marvel: The Inspiring Transformation of Waverley, Rotherham

Waverley, a place brimming with new life in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, boasts a fascinating history. Today, it’s a vibrant community with homes, businesses, and green spaces, but its roots lie deep in Britain’s industrial past. A Mining Legacy The story of Waverley begins with Orgreave Colliery, once one of Europe’s largest coal mining operations. For From Coal Mine to Modern Marvel: The Inspiring Transformation of Waverley, Rotherham

City Living Reimagined: Unveiling the Benefits of Sensitive Density

Urbanisation is on the rise. Cities are growing, and with them comes the challenge of accommodating a growing population without sacrificing liveability. This is where the concept of “sensitive density” steps in. What is Sensitive Density? Sensitive density isn’t just about packing more people into a smaller space. It’s about creating high-density developments that prioritise City Living Reimagined: Unveiling the Benefits of Sensitive Density

Back-to-Backs are BACK!

History of Back-to-Back housing: Back-to-backs are a form of terraced house, built from the late 18th century through to the early 20th century in various forms. Many thousands of these dwellings were built during the Industrial Revolution for the rapidly increasing population of expanding factory towns. Banned by building regulations formulated by housing reformers 100 years Back-to-Backs are BACK!

What is Placemaking?

Placemaking is more than the materiality of a group of buildings, it involves aspects such as sociability and connections to create bonds between people and generate a sense of place. Centring the needs, aspirations, desires and visions of a community strongly requires participation. “People live in places, not just homes. It’s important to provide a What is Placemaking?

What are ‘brownfield’ sites and why do we build on them?

A brownfield site refers to previously developed land, which is or was occupied by a permanent structure. If we develop on brownfield land we encourage urban regeneration and add value back to derelict land. Making use of previously-developed land promotes sustainable development and reduces the pressure on greenfield sites. Brownfield development also reduces infrastructure costs What are ‘brownfield’ sites and why do we build on them?

Top Five Things to Do in Yorkshire

Living in Yorkshire Whether you were born and bred in God’s Own Country or have been welcomed as an adopted Yorkie, you’ll be familiar with the county’s vibrant personality and verdant landscape. With friendly, bustling communities and a strong sense of humour, the reasons why Yorkshire is the best place to live are endless!   Top Five Things to Do in Yorkshire

How to design a successful roof garden

Plants wouldn’t naturally choose to grow on a rooftop. This is a completely different experience from designing a garden on the ground, where lots of plants happily grow. There are several key things to consider: how much weight can your roof bare? will they survive their environment? and will they get too big for the How to design a successful roof garden

How to increase biodiversity in your garden

According to The Wildlife Trust, the UK has roughly 24 million gardens, all of which are larger than our National Nature Reserves combined. As they point out, that’s a lot of extra space for wildlife! If you want to attract wildlife to your garden, plants are the best place to start. From forget-me-nots in Spring, How to increase biodiversity in your garden

5 reasons to buy a new build home

Whether to go for a period property or move into a brand-new home is a personal choice. It’s a common misconception that new houses all look the same – they don’t. A Sky-House is a great example of how you can get the character of a period property, and all the benefits of a new-build… 5 reasons to buy a new build home