Around the Table: A podcast by Building Relations
This podcast will try and unpick some of the current housing stories taking the industry by storm including the transition to net zero, rising construction costs, skill shortages and new policies and legislation. Across this series, we will be joined by several experts to tackle some of these issues and opportunities for the housebuilding industry.
Episodes
14 episodes
Does Building Sustainable New Homes Need to Cost the Earth?
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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40:00
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Empowering Women Through Housing: A Conversation with Zaiba Qureshi
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....
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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22:41
Designing for All: Neuro-architecture and inclusive spaces
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, Foundi...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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35:09
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What the Future Homes Standard means for the housing sector
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 Manage...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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32:34
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What the Autumn Budget means for the housing industry
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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31:07
How can the housing sector navigate decreasing demand for section 106 homes?
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 assoc...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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29:20
Creating social value through the built environment
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 Spence...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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30:16
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Is shared ownership the solution to the housing crisis?
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.H...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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21:41
The Great British Housing Crisis
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,...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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30:02
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Designing homes of the future
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 t...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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29:05
How is the UK construction industry evolving?
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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27:49
Celebrating International Women’s Day
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 retaini...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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25:06
Biodiversity Net Gain: What does it mean for the built environment?
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 an...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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23:29
Race to retrofit the UK's housing stock
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 so...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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27:52