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Making spaces for play: on new suburban and town developments

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/making-spaces-for-play-on-new-suburban-and-town-developments

An investigation into how children and adults use outdoor communal space.

Foundation report

Designing homes for the 21st century: lessons for low energy design

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/designing-homes-for-the-21st-century-lessons-for-low-energy-design

We need homes that achieve zero carbon performance, whilst providing a healthy indoor environment. We also need homes that are resilient to climate change and are not susceptible to overheating for extended periods during the year.

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The Code for Sustainable Homes simply explained

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/the-code-for-sustainable-homes-simply-explained

The Code for Sustainable Homes called for a step change in the way new homes are designed and constructed.

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Sustainable technologies: the experience of housing associations

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/sustainable-technologies-the-experience-of-housing-associations

Conclusions from a survey of over 200 housing associations.

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How occupants behave and interact with their homes: the impact on energy use, comfort, control and satisfaction

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/how-occupants-behave-and-interact-with-their-homes-the-impact-on-energy-use-comfort-control-and-satisfaction

Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of new homes arising from energy efficiency.

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The use of recycled & secondary materials in residential construction

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/the-use-of-recycled-secondary-materials-in-residential-construction

This guide describes how to source, correctly specify and use secondary and recycled materials.

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The use of lime-based mortars in new build

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/the-use-of-lime-based-mortars-in-new-build

This guide aims to enhance the knowledge of designers and builders regarding the use of lime-based mortars.

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Low & zero carbon technologies in new homes: learning from the experiences of consumers and on-site sales teams

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/low-zero-carbon-technologies-in-new-homes-learning-from-the-experiences-of-consumers-and-on-site-sales-teams

This study explores how occupants use the low carbon energy technologies incorporated in their homes.

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Hydraulically treated soils in residential construction

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/hydraulically-treated-soils-in-residential-construction

This report gives guidance on some emerging site treatments to improve the load-carrying capacity.

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Management of post-completion repairs: a best practice guide for home builders

https://www.nhbc.co.uk/insights-and-media/foundation/publications/management-of-post-completion-repairs-a-best-practice-guide-for-home-builders

This report is based on the findings of surveys with real people in the home-building industry.

Foundation report