Two new show apartments at Park Central, Birmingham
Two new show apartments will be launched at Crest Nicholson’s Park Central development in Birmingham city centre, at a special open day this weekend
Free home insulation for those who need it most
There is a Government scheme to insulate people’s homes to protect them from the cold and to save them money on their heating bills.
Exclusive living is in reach for first time buyers
Home ownership is no longer just a dream for one young couple who have now bought their first property together at Taylor Wimpey Midlands’ stunning Highfield Gardens development in Edgbaston, Birmingham.
Midland architect doing well down south
Involvement in a state-of-the-art simulation suite at the Royal Free Hospital in London is the latest in a long line of high-profile healthcare contracts secured by midland architects Johnson Design Partnership (JDP).
Staffordshire company with big plans for expansion
Expansion into global markets, streamlining of supply chains and a growing desire from customers to source from the UK will all be key factors in helping a Cheslyn Hay manufacturer more than double its turnover in the next three years.
New U: How good old buildings survive
“Given an owner who is minded to do so, any sound building can be adapted to a new use”, writes Alan Clawley. Here are some examples.
Balsall Heath Neighbourhood Plan On Tour
The Balsall Heath Neighbourhood Plan is Going on public display.
Not dead yet, Paul – Saving Birmingham Library
Alan Clawley, on the warpath to save the John Madin designed library in Birmingham, is suspicious of the language being bandied about by journalists and politicians.
Heritage – Who knows best?
The current concerns as to whether Culture Minister Jeremy Hunt was influenced by those with a financial interest in the outcome of his decision on BSkyB reminds Alan Clawley of the arguments used by Friends of the Central Library to challenge the decision that Hunt made not to list the Central Library.
Collections as usual
Birmingham residents needn’t worry about the bank holiday upsetting their refuse collections.
Contracts signed for Selly Oak homes development
Contracts have been signed on an exciting new development of high quality, contemporary canal side homes in Selly Oak, Birmingham.
The way we live now: What people need and expect from their homes
New research reveals extreme measures some Brits take to squeeze into their homes and highlights what people really want and need from their homes
EIAs and bats in the belfry
Alan Clawley on the limited value of Environment Impact Assessments on town planning
Preferred contractors announced for the new Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry
A shortlist of two preferred contractors has been drawn up to work with partners on the proposed new Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry.
Rhinestone Cowboys?
Andy Munro offers his support to a controversial new Birmingham landmark.
Kings Heath points to Portas
Astride the A435 on the southern edge of Birmingham, Kings Heath could do with a make-over.
Playing fields under threat?
Not according to LibDem councillor Martin Mullaney. Here, he explains proposals for a way to improve facilities.
Lifting the Lid on Menwith Hill
“His findings are a challenge to officialdom but they are presented with the calm authority of the academic requesting that his thesis be given fair consideration”
What paradise will be like
Alan Clawley has seen Paradise and would prefer it stayed lost.
New hope for historic Birmingham building
The Golden Lion, a former Deritend public house, has been languishing in Cannon Hill Park since it was moved to make way for a dual carriageway.
Birmingham: Drowning in strategies
Alan Clawley thinks It’s sometimes hard to believe, but, somewhere in the bowels of the City Council, our great city is being planned.
The threat of retail development schemes to smaller retailers
This year Coventry is set to have a number of large scale retail development schemes; putting pressure on smaller retailers
Ambulance stations to be sold off
Changes in the ambulance service across the region are to lead to many stations being sold.
John Madin 1924-2012
Alan Clawley writes on the legacy left by Birmingham architect John Madin who died this month.
‘Haitch’ Ess two – top toff transport
An imaginary scene from; ‘Yes Prime Minister.’
Government goes to Court of Appeal over ‘unlawful’ solar plans
The Court of Appeal will today hear the Government’s challenge to last month’s High Court ruling that its solar subsidy cuts are illegal.
A miller’s tale – Sarehole and sluice gates
Plans are afoot to give JRR Tolkien’s childhood playground a new lease of life – and generate some electricity.
Nature Improvement Area bid for Birmingham and the Black Country
Plans have been submitted for one of the country’s first Nature Improvement Areas for Birmingham and the Black Country.
A room with a view
Alan Clawley sees what he sees, but doesn’t necessarily like the view…..
Why borrow?
Alan Clawley asks; “How wise then was it for the Council to borrow money on a public library, a statutory service that would produce little or no income stream…”