Climate change
Research conducted at the National University of Singapore has focused on creating a climate-responsive retrofitting strategy for elderly housing, specifically targeting the challenges posed by aging populations and climate change in China. The study's objective was to develop a simulation-optimization framework that balances energy consumption, thermal comfort, and
Climate change
Research conducted at the National University of Singapore has focused on creating a climate-responsive retrofitting strategy for elderly housing, specifically targeting the challenges posed by aging populations and climate change in China. The study's objective was to develop a simulation-optimization framework that balances energy consumption, thermal comfort, and
Housing
The construction industry in South Africa is facing significant challenges, with projections indicating a 2% contraction in real terms in 2025. Rising construction costs, declining private investment, and a major decline in the residential sector are contributing to this downturn. According to Statistics South Africa, the average construction materials price
Housing
A planning application for six homes on the Cae Waldis site in the village of Bronllys has been approved by Powys planners. The development, proposed by Butler Wall homes, consists of six two-bedroom houses, with four to be sold on the open market and two to become affordable homes. The
Housing
A £2.5 million proposal has been submitted to Hull City Council for the development of 24 affordable properties on the Preston Road estate, with plans to provide "housing aimed at vulnerable women". The White Place development would consist of eight three-bed townhouses, eight one-bed flats, and eight
Housing
As private equity firms increasingly purchase mobile home parks, rents are rising at an alarming rate, displacing low-income homeowners who have invested their life savings in these communities. This trend threatens a crucial path to homeownership, with devastating consequences for residents. Over the past decade, rents in these parks have
Housing
To address Canada's housing crisis, the federal government has taken unprecedented steps to increase housing supply and reduce costs. One key initiative is the launch of Build Canada Homes, a new federal agency that will build affordable housing at scale, including transitional and supportive housing, deeply affordable and
Housing
The Nigerian construction industry is set for growth, driven by investments in infrastructure, housing, and energy projects. According to a report by ResearchAndMarkets.com, the industry is expected to grow by 4.3% in 2025, supported by a rise in construction loans and government investments. The total credit to the
Housing
A significant plan to redevelop the Mozart Court site in Stevenage has been approved by councillors, paving the way for 79 new affordable flats for older people. The development, proposed by Anchor Housing, involves replacing 33 existing homes with a six-storey building containing 68 one-bed and 11 two-bedroom apartments. These
Housing
The number of applicants for Highland Council houses has increased by 13 per cent over the past five years, with 8767 people currently on the Highland Housing Register. To address the housing challenge, Highland Council estimates 24,000 new homes are needed over the next decade. The council is now
Housing
The National Association of Realtors(R) expressed its appreciation for the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee's confirmation hearing of Francis Cassidy as Assistant Secretary of Housing and FHA Commissioner. The association's executive vice president and chief advocacy officer, Shannon McGahn, commended Cassidy's
Housing
The recent revision of the Detailed Area Plan (DAP) in Dhaka has sparked controversy over the complex calculation method for determining Floor Area Ratio (FAR), raising concerns among realtors and developers that it may disrupt the development sector and housing market. While some areas have seen a significant increase in
