PAD Magazine

Renovating an older property often means tackling poor thermal performance. Cold walls, draughty rooms, and rising heating costs are common issues, particularly in homes built before modern insulation standards were in...

The Inspire Future Generations Awards have opened for 2026, returning for their sixth year to recognise projects and organisations that involve children and young people in shaping the built environment.

Run by Thornton Education Trust, the awards celebrate participatory design, planning and engagement work across architecture, development, education, local government ...

Leasehold vs freehold is a key point for UK buyers because it affects what you actually own, how much freedom you have with the property, and which ongoing costs may come with it. Understanding the difference early can help buyers avoid confusion before making an offer.

The words...

Plant and machinery is one of those phrases that appears often in construction, property development and business accounts, but it is not always clearly explained. In simple terms, it refers to the equipment, machines and mechanical assets used to carry out work, support operations or deliver a project.

For property developers and construction firms, plant and machiner...

For investors and developers watching Africa’s fast-growing property markets, the headlines tend to focus on the visible side of the story: new residential districts, commercial towers, industrial parks, and the transport links that connect them. Yet behind every completed development sits a less glamorous factor that often decides whether a project finishes on time and on bu...